Integrated Packaging system architecture

A Packaging System (PS) including: a Packaging Line (PL) comprising a Filling Machine (FM) and one or more Distribution Equipments (DE) connected via Conveyors, the Filling Machine and each Distribution Equipment including an electronic control system designed to store and execute software modules; a Line Controller (LC) programmed to manage configuration, communication and control of the Packaging Line, the Line Controller including a display, a keyboard, and a processing system designed to store and execute software applications configured to cooperate with the software modules in the Filling Machine and Distribution Equipments; a common overhead Message Display designed to provide basic visual information on the operation of the Filling Machine and the Distribution Equipments; and a Communication Network designed to connect the Line Controller to the Filling Machine, the Distribution Equipments, and the Message Display; wherein the software applications in the Line Controller include: a Line Configurator, which is a supportive "plug and play" tool designed to reduce and secure effective Packaging Line installation, start up and tuning at the manufacturing floor; a Line Commander, which is a master controller tool designed to optimize Packaging Line performance and product flows during production; a Recipe Manager, which is a management tool designed to accommodate production flexibility by improving "easy to use" Packaging Line resources and material; and a Conveyor Optimizer, which is a tool designed to optimize product transportation along the Conveyors.