Case Studies
Mondi has introduced a digital printing and label-free packaging solution for Komsa to ship 35,000 packages per day without adhesive labels
Mondi has introduced a digital printing solution that allows Komsa, a leading German distributor for digital infrastructure, to dispatch up to 35,000 parcels per day without using adhesive labels. The printed barcodes on corrugated packaging reduce material usage and streamline logistics processes. Using Mondi’s advanced digital printing technology, consecutive barcodes are printed directly onto...
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The solution combines several Dematic technologies and includes a space-saving Autostore system
The French Eram Group is relying on Dematic technology for its new logistics center. An "AutoStore" system featuring 84 robots and integrated control software is designed to centralize and automate processes. The group, known for brands such as Gémo, Eram, Bocage, and Mellow Yellow, is consolidating its logistics operations at a new distribution center located in Chemillé-en-Anjou, western France...
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Siemens supports dairy Sachsenmilch with predictive maintenance using AI-based algorithms
With support from Siemens, Sachsenmilch Leppersdorf has implemented a future-oriented maintenance strategy. The solution used is Senseye Predictive Maintenance, which is based on artificial intelligence and continuously monitors the condition of technical equipment. This enables the milk processing plants to avoid production downtime and manage maintenance in a targeted manner. This is a decisive...
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Osbra produces the smart storage box for the fully electric Mercedes G-Class in a two-tone design.
The supplier Osbra, based in Bad Wörishofen, Germany, is a sought-after partner for numerous premium automotive brands such as Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, BMW Alpina, Aston Martin, and Maybach. Deciding whether it is worth investing in injection molding tools or whether the higher unit price for processing polyurethane (PUR) is economically viable is part of everyday business at Osbra. The quantities...
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Filthaus and Wittmann are direct neighbors in Meinerzhagen, so it's easy to meet up spontaneously to discuss about energy monitoring
Energy efficiency in plastics processing is not just a sustainability issue, it is crucial for competitiveness. Data-based systems for analysis and optimization are becoming increasingly important, especially in the packaging sector, where unit costs must be calculated precisely. The injection molding company Filthaus in Meinerzhagen uses the “iMAGOxt” energy monitoring system from Wittmann to...
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Bell manufactures primary packaging for makeup, eye shadow, and mascara on Wittmann injection molding machines
Transparency is an essential part of Bell's corporate philosophy. This does not primarily refer to transparent plastic materials in production. Rather, Bell is committed to transparent communication with end users. This is because the Polish cosmetics manufacturer is focused on sustainability. Only equipment and systems that are very energy-efficient, such as Wittmann injection molding machines...
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Two of the four Yaskawa Motoman GP180 robots remove the planks from the freezer outlet and place them on a conveyor belt
ADM has made a name for itself in the industry with intelligent automation solutions for industrial bakeries. The machine and plant manufacturer based in Warburg, Germany, is a firm believer in Motoman robots from Yaskawa. This is also the case in the project for the Görtz bakery in Ludwigshafen, where four robots handle frozen dough pieces in a very confined space. “Fewer and fewer bakeries are...
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The mobile sorting platform from Sesotec is ready for immediate use and seamlessly integrates into any production environment thanks to its compact design
Almaak International is a company with many years of experience in the production, processing and development of technical plastic compounds. Around 200 employees develop and produce customised plastics for small and large plastics processors worldwide. Around 60,000 tonnes of technical thermoplastics (PA, PC, PBT, ABS, PC/PBT, PC/ABS, PBT/ASA, PP etc.) are produced annually at the Krefeld and...
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The Sesotec metal separator (left in the picture) is sensitive enough to detect metal contaminants, while the product effect is compensated for as much as possible
Viet UC Mechanics Polymer, a Vietnamese manufacturer of plastic materials, specializes in the production of masterbatch, plastic additives, pigments, PVC additives and plastic resins. The company was faced with the challenge of eliminating metallic impurities in the masterbatch. This is to prevent particles from entering the plastic mixtures during production. These impurities could not only...
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The Chinese operating personnel of Carlsberg are also impressed by the user-friendly KHS technology
Carlsberg and KHS have been working together as partners in Asia for a long time. KHS Global Key Account Manager Norman Gras looks back on the close and extremely productive cooperation: “Over the past ten years, we’ve successfully managed lots of projects together, especially in China.” Most recently, in 2021, KHS implemented two canning lines in Dali and Yibin, each with a capacity of up to 90...
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