Suction cups are eCommerce win

Suction cups from Piab’s MX range are currently providing reliable picking solutions to UK eCommerce customers.

Available in several sizes from 25-65 mm, the MX cup combines a strong set of bellows with a thin and flexible lip made out of its Duraflex material that is designed to increase suction cup longevity. The range can be used to handle difficult to grasp thin bags and pouches, as well as cardboard boxes, so offers speed benefits as there is no need to change suction cups between products.

Laser welding unit uses thin films to meet plastics targets

Newtec demonstrated its Laser Flowpack700 fully automatic laser welding machine at the MacFruit exhibition in Italy in May which has sustainability built into its design. Ideal for ultra-thin films, and suitable for a wide range of packaging applications, including fruits and vegetables, the machine has a capacity of up to 80 punnets a minute. Newtec says a key advantage is the Flowpack700’s ability to combine laser sealing and cutting in one machine, simplifying and automating the production process. This feature, it says, eliminates the need for complex processes and ensures smooth operation for customers.

costs for lifting applications, even on difficult objects. Low vacuum levels can also be used, reducing the chances of wrinkling or denting the packaging surfaces.

Because it can handle PE-film down to 10 µm, it is EU-2025 plastic initiative compliant.

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The MX range has been designed with logistics and eCommerce in mind.

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In addition to this versatility, the MX range has also been designed to work as efficiently as possible. Up to 50% less vacuum flow is required with MX suction cups, reducing the energy

• Our special eCommerce feature begins on page 48 of this May/June issue

• High-resolution piezo printers for product marking and case coding

• Prints up to 72mm high with one printhead; can stack up to four

• UV-curing ink available

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