Equipment

In 2024, packaging machine manufacturer Schubert will be expanding its training programme with a recently developed digital learning platform on which it will be launching...

Antalis has refreshed and extended its Raflatac digital label portfolio, which is exclusively available from Antalis in the UK and Ireland, adding four new, dry...

The Roland Mills United milling group opted for a new line solution from Syntegon that packs flour in high-quality, sustainable and, above all, dust-tight packaging. According to Matthias Karrenbauer, Head of Production and Technology at Roland Mills United, dust-tight flour packaging offers advantages that are worth the investment.

Handtmann announced it would be presenting the ConProSachet system that packages food products in Notpla’s unique seaweed formulation, eliminating plastic, at the Anuga FoodTec 2024 in Cologne to the international audience.

Packaging firm Tetra Pak has announced plans to power its industrial equipment using renewable thermal energy, following the signing of a partnership with Absolicon, a Swedish solar company. According to Tetra Pak, the agreement will see it adopt a scalable solar thermal module that can be integrated with current and new UHT lines.

Afinia Label recently announced the launch of the X350 Digital Roll to Roll Press, a state-of-the-art solution designed for high-volume, versatile label printing. The X350 sets a new standard in the industry with its ability to handle a variety of printing tasks, including continuous labels, die-cut labels, and flexible packaging materials, making it an indispensable tool for businesses looking to expand their printing capabilities.

According to preliminary figures released by the MECS - Ucima (Italian Packaging Machinery Manufacturers' Association) Research Centre, the Italian packaging technology industry has passed the 9 billion mark for the first time, reaching total sales revenues of EUR9.05bn in 2023, a 6% increase over 2022.

At Stand F030-G031 in Hall 10.1, the Schubert team will be presenting its TLM Comfort Feeder, an entirely new, efficient and resource-saving solution for feeding carton blanks. The Schubert experts will also be providing advice on their comprehensive portfolio for the automated and sustainable packaging of snacks and confectionery at several thematic islands, and offering information on their wide-ranging service programme. 

Snackfoods giant Mondelez has introduced a USD13m state-of-the-art packaging line at its Gourmet Food manufacturing site as part of its USD25m investment plan since acquiring the business in 2021. The new packaging line aims to increase production of the Olina’s Bakehouse Artisan crackers range by 35%, open up export opportunities, and drive more demand for locally sourced ingredients.

Fres-co Systems’ FSU800RTC is ideal for the food service and food and beverage sectors, providing a versatile and reliable option for products that demand uncompromised shelf stability. Its advanced sealing technologies, clean-in-place controls, high production throughput, and increased product safety make it an excellent and proven option for producing packages for retort processing when paired with Fres-co’s proven flexible films.

PAC Machinery announces the 250C Combo L-Bar Sealer and Tunnel Combination Shrink System will replace the Clamco 120/240C Shrink System that has been discontinued. The 250C Combo Series includes standard features and unique advantages not found on competitive systems in the same class.

Key Technology unveiled an innovative vibratory conveying system for feeding pick-and-place robots on packaging lines. Depending on the application, each set of integrated conveyors meters, separates, singulates, and/or aligns products to give optimal product separation, speed, and orientation for ideal presentation to the robotic system for pick-up.

Manufacturers of sustainable thermoformed packaging products Macpac has completed the second phase of a GBP1.5m investment in its 50th anniversary year with the installation of a high speed Illig RDKP 72 automatic pressure thermoforming system at its plant in Stockport.

Global food processing and packaging solutions specialist, tna, has added the brand new tna auto-splice 3 to its packaging portfolio – a pair for its tna robag 3e, which was launched in 2021.

The ThicknessPen, with its patent-pending dual measurement mode technology, is ideal for measurement in the laboratory or on the plant floor.

German-headquartered equipment firm GEA will be promoting its expertise in packaging systems at the UK’s PPMA Total event at the NEC, with its SmartPacker TwinTube.