Author Archives: JFowler

Spreading Warmth and Cheer

The holiday season is a time for giving and, at TGW, we are embracing this spirit wholeheartedly. Two of our dedicated team members, David Horn and Joanne Teegarden, recently exemplified the essence of generosity. David and Joanne collaborated on an initiative to donate Uline blankets to Perkins Country Manor Rehabilitation Center. This wasn’t just about. . .

Language Matters with Metal Properties

Language Matters with Metal Properties:  The Difference Between Hardness, Toughness, and Strength When you think strong, tough, hard, you usually think these words are synonyms and interchangeable with one another.  In everyday conversation, this is true and often just a matter of semantics.  However, in the world of industrial machine blades this couldn’t be further. . .

US-Based Converting and Printing Innovator EDGE Industrial Technologies Expands Platform Offerings, Eyes New Acquisitions

The cutting-edge technology solutions provider is now a $50 million business, supplying machine knives, punches and related equipment. Wilder, Kentucky (March 22, 2023) – EDGE Industrial Technologies, the industrial knives and punches market leader, continues to expand its brand and portfolio of companies through acquisitions and organic growth. EDGE brings an unmatched expertise to a. . .

Extend the Life of Poultry Processing Blades

A pile of raw chicken ready to be sliced with an industrial poultry knife.

The pressure is on for turkey and chicken processors. Reliable, long-lasting industrial poultry knives are crucial if your operation is going to keep pace in today’s high-demand, high-pressure marketplace. Here’s how to make poultry processing blades last longer so you can cut downtime, reduce parts and maintenance costs, and protect your margins. Stay Sharp: Making. . .

EDGE Team Building

We had our first annual EDGE sales meeting in Florence, KY on the 6th, 7th, and 8th of December.  On that Thursday afternoon, we went to Cincinnati Brewing Heritage for a tour as well as team building activities.  Couldn’t ask for a better team.  We’re looking forward to working with you in 2023.

What to Know About Buying VFFS & HFFS Knives

VFFS and HFFS knives perform a combination of cutting and sealing functions

Clean-cutting vertical form, fill, seal (VFFS) and horizontal form, fill, seal (HFFS) knives give your packaging the crisp, sharp edges it needs to stand out. Taking the time to source high-quality specialty blades will pay off in improved quality and reduced downtime, maintenance, and replacement costs. Here we take a look at what VFFS and. . .

What causes packaging blades to fail [and how to prevent blade failure]

packaging machine knives are a critical component of flexible packaging lines

Packaging machine knives play a critical role in slicing and separating film on any flexible packaging line. But when packaging machine knives fail it can bring your entire line to a halt, costing you valuable production time and even damaging your equipment. Let’s take a closer look at what packaging blades do and why blade. . .

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