Large quantities of plastic packaging are still being used for energy recovery. This results in the loss of valuable raw materials. PET recycling in particular offers enormous potential for a functioning circular economy, as PET is lightweight, easily moldable, and can be recycled multiple times. It is also approved for food contact and economically attractive to process.
At Evonik Antwerp, an automated filling system with weighing technology from Systec ensures precise and calibratable dosing of silane into different container sizes. The “IT8000E” weighing indicator, in combination with the “FILL E” software, controls the process gravimetrically and with documentation security. This user report shows in detail how Systec supports filling accuracy, data...
Sanofi is restructuring its vaccine logistics in France and transferring the operation of its distribution center in Val-de-Reuil to DHL Supply Chain. The aim is to make storage and distribution processes more efficient and resilient. The collaboration builds on a long-standing partnership and strengthens the pharmaceutical supply chain for the global market.
Elasto has automated and modernized the material flow in its injection molding production with a central material supply system from Wittmann. The closed supply system reduces manual activities, speeds up color changes, and increases process reliability and material efficiency. Together with automated logistics processes and sustainable energy and recycling strategies, Elasto is making its...
Novartis is expanding its digital customer strategy and will be using Agentforce Life Sciences from Salesforce in the future. The aim is to enable personalized interactions with patients and healthcare professionals worldwide. The platform is designed to simplify processes, improve customer insights, and set new standards for efficiency and compliance in healthcare communications. Global rollout...
Premium beverages such as champagne or spirits place high demands on packaging: glass bottles must be protected, a wide variety of formats must be processed flexibly, and short product cycles must be managed at the same time. Robot-assisted packaging systems offer the necessary precision, variability, and process reliability. This article shows how modern robotics enables solutions for gentle...
Petite Palates is launching a new generation of high-quality baby food in the US, relying on Sig's aseptic stand-up pouches. The innovative technology enables fresh, nutrient-rich meals without preservatives and without the need for refrigeration. This is an added value for parents who value quality, safety, and sustainable packaging. The combination of gentle processing and flexible pouch...
Kokkikartano is comprehensively modernizing its intralogistics, relying on a highly automated storage system from SSI Schaefer. The growing demand for ready meals required higher capacities, faster workflows, and stable processes. With the new solution, not only is the warehouse growing significantly, but the material flow between production, picking, and shipping is also being automated and...
Rhenus Logistics is increasingly relying on digital monitoring systems in pharmaceutical logistics to ensure the safety of temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical goods in storage and during transport. The company is continuing to expand its long-standing collaboration with Testo Saveris and now uses a comprehensive monitoring infrastructure with over 250 measuring points. This article shows how...
AJ Vaccines relies on targeted digitalization in its vaccine production to increase efficiency, transparency, and process reliability. The focus is on a retrofit solution with image processing technology that automates the manual counting of vials. This example shows how precise automation solutions can improve compliance with regulatory requirements and sustainably improve processes, and why AJ...
