Balmer Lawrie UAE LLC has commissioned three high-capacity polypropylene copolymer (PPCP) robotic injection moulding production lines at its manufacturing facility in the United Arab Emirates, expanding its capabilities in plastics processing and packaging component manufacturing. The new installations were inaugurated in early February during a ceremony attended by His …
Syntegon launches AIM9 high-speed inspection platform
Syntegon has introduced the AIM9 inspection platform, a high-speed system that combines visual inspection and leak detection for pharmaceutical vial applications. Announced on February 18, 2026, in Stuttgart, Germany, the platform is designed to process up to 600 vials per minute and handle container sizes ranging from 2 ml to 250 ml. …
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Borouge completes AI autonomous operations proof of concept at Ruwais facility
Borouge Plc has announced the completion of a proof of concept for AI-powered autonomous operations at its Ruwais production facility, developed in partnership with Honeywell. The milestone forms part of the company’s broader AI, Digitalisation & Technology (AIDT) programme, which aims to generate $575 million in value during 2025. The …
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Bobst unveils automated EXPERT K5 metallizer across flexible packaging plants
Bobst has launched the next generation of its EXPERT K5 vacuum metallizer, introducing autonomous machine operation for the flexible packaging industry. The new system integrates artificial intelligence to reduce operator dependency, enhance consistency, and increase productivity. Equipped with the company’s proprietary iMA (Intelligent Metallizing Assistant) technology, the EXPERT K5 replaces manual adjustments with …
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MCC expands EMEA production with investment in two BOBST inline flexo presses
US-headquartered Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has announced the installation of two BOBST MASTER M6 inline flexo presses to strengthen its operations across the EMEA region. The move is part of MCC’s long-term production strategy aimed at increasing capacity and operational efficiency. The BOBST MASTER M6 presses are designed for fast …
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Reifenhäuser wins German Design Award for new HMI interfac
Duesseldorf, October 12, 2025 — The Reifenhäuser Group has received the prestigious German Design Award for its new human-machine interface (HMI), unveiled at K 2025 in Duesseldorf. The new system introduces a uniform design language across the company’s blown film, flat film, and nonwoven production lines, with a focus on simplicity and …
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Esko launches AI-based label compliance tool to cut packaging errors and regulatory risks
Esko has introduced a new AI-powered compliance module, Esko Comply, aimed at automating packaging and label checks to help brands meet regulatory standards and reduce costly production errors. Integrated within Esko’s WebCenter packaging management solution, the tool is designed to verify packaging components for common compliance issues—such as missing allergen information, incorrect barcodes, and formatting …
Sepro Targets Packaging Efficiency with Smarter Robots and Controls at K 2025
At this year’s K2025 trade fair, Sepro Group is spotlighting a new generation of automation systems designed to meet the evolving needs of high-speed packaging production. The company is debuting its new S-Line robots and Visual 4 control platform, which promise faster cycle times, greater flexibility, and improved integration for injection molders working …
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KHS Integrates AI into Cap Inspection System Amid EU Tethered Cap Mandate
KHS GmbH has announced the integration of artificial intelligence into its Innocheck TSI closure inspection unit in response to the growing complexity of inspecting tethered caps. These closures have been mandatory on all non-returnable PET bottles in the European Union since 2024, creating new technical challenges for beverage producers. …
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Nestlé and IBM Collaborate on AI Tool for High-Barrier Packaging Discovery
Nestlé has partnered with IBM Research to advance packaging innovation using artificial intelligence and deep technology. The collaboration focuses on developing a generative AI tool designed to identify new high-barrier packaging materials that protect sensitive food and beverage products. Through this partnership, scientists from both organizations constructed a knowledge base …
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