Manufacturing & Industry

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 13, 2025 - Beverage and liquid food producers are entering one of the sector's most operationally demanding periods in years. Regulatory deadlines are tightening. Qualified line operators are harder to find. Raw material costs remain elevated. KHS, the Dortmund-based turnkey systems supplier, is responding with an expanded portfolio that links automated packaging machinery, resource-conserving secondary formats and advanced PET barrier technology into coordinated line solutions - designed for producers who can no longer afford to treat these challenges separately.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - Linx Printing Technologies has introduced its new Linx 9000 Series Continuous Ink Jet (CIJ) printer range, making its global debut at the interpack 2026 exhibition in Düsseldorf, Germany. The automated coding platform is engineered to mitigate human error and reduce unplanned downtime on busy manufacturing lines through integrated battery backups, native connectivity protocols, and automatic printhead cleaning systems. By addressing common operational bottlenecks directly within the hardware architecture, the technology allows production managers to maintain consistent coding quality while significantly decreasing the amount of time dedicated to daily printer maintenance and operator training.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - Optima will present its extensive portfolio of industrial filling and packaging technologies at the Interpack 2026 exhibition in Duesseldorf. Operating from Booth F54 and F55 in Hall 16, the equipment manufacturer will showcase specialized automation platforms designed to support diverse sectors ranging from pharmaceutical manufacturing to consumer goods packaging. Instead of supplying isolated machinery, the company focuses on deploying holistic system architectures that encompass everything from individual modules to complete turnkey plants. By integrating digital optimization tools and artificial intelligence into the equipment lifecycle, the platform allows plant operators to stabilize production workflows, efficiently scale manufacturing output, and future-proof their factory infrastructure against shifting market demands.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - SCHÜTZ has officially launched CircularOne, a comprehensive digital platform designed to manage the entire lifecycle of industrial packaging, at the interpack 2026 exhibition. The new system centralizes the collection, reconditioning, and supply of intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), steel drums, and plastic jerrycans. By shifting toward an integrated service model, the packaging manufacturer helps industrial plant operators meet strict European recycling regulations while securing their supply chains against material shortages. The exhibition also serves as the global rollout for several hardware upgrades, including automated steel pallets, double-walled hazardous material containers, and fully integrated mixing systems.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - Starlinger will present its advanced manufacturing equipment for Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs) and integrated plastics recycling systems at the interpack 2026 exhibition. The machinery provider is showcasing its automated bag conversion lines and physical load-testing infrastructure to demonstrate how woven polypropylene and PET materials maximize payload capacities while reducing overall packaging weight. By transitioning to welded, adhesive-free bag structures that support high recycled material content, these industrial platforms help bulk goods transporters lower production costs, eliminate moisture contamination, and comply with strict environmental packaging regulations.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - At Interpack 2026, the IMA Group will present a comprehensive suite of new manufacturing and packaging technologies with 38 machines operating live across a 4,500 square meter exhibition space. The booth is structured around the concept of "Cognitive Manufacturing," which envisions production environments featuring autonomous robotics and artificial intelligence integration designed to improve the interaction between systems, services, and personnel. Visitors will experience distinct areas including "The Loop" for future automation capabilities, "IMA Service" for advanced analytics, and "IMA OPENLab" dedicated to material research and sustainable packaging. Ultimately, the event serves as the launch platform for numerous machines serving the pharmaceutical, medical device assembly, and consumer goods sectors.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - SEW-EURODRIVE has officially introduced the OrchestrationSuite, a comprehensive web-based software platform tailored specifically for system integrators, machine builders, and packaging line operators, at the interpack 2026 trade exhibition. This newly developed system establishes a centralized administrative environment designed to manage diverse automation software across components sourced from entirely different hardware manufacturers. By consolidating the operational workflows required for programmable logic controllers, industrial drives, robotics, and human-machine interface systems, the platform directly addresses the heavy administrative burdens historically caused by fragmented engineering tools and cumbersome manual update processes.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - Syntegon has introduced a new corner-seal function for its SVX vertical form-fill-seal packaging platform, scheduled for display at the interpack 2026 exhibition. The mechanical upgrade allows food manufacturers to produce complex bag styles on a single machine without sacrificing line speed. By automating critical film adjustments and reducing setup waste, the updated architecture specifically targets production bottlenecks in the confectionery, snack, and bakery sectors. This technological expansion provides plant operators with increased manufacturing flexibility while maintaining high overall equipment effectiveness.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - Syntegon has introduced its neXt system architecture, an integrated automation platform designed for modern food packaging lines. Showcased at the interpack 2026 exhibition, this operational ecosystem links new machinery with cloud software and autonomous robots. It directly addresses acute labor shortages, increasing safety requirements, and rising production costs across the manufacturing sector. By eliminating repetitive manual tasks, the framework allows factory personnel to focus on higher-value facility operations. The initial rollout features two main hardware components: the HFX platform for flow-wrapping and the TRX system for topload cartoning.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - Syntegon will launch a fully integrated packaging line for frozen food products at the interpack 2026 exhibition. The new hardware directly links the established SVX Agile vertical bagging machine with the newly developed Elematic 4001 gravity case packer. This combination provides food manufacturers with a seamless transition from primary pouch forming to secondary carton loading. By operating as a unified system rather than isolated units, the platform helps production managers reduce shipping volumes, lower logistics costs, and simplify machine operation on the factory floor.