A new automatic shrink wrapper has been introduced by Audion Elektro designed to reduce waste and increase capacity The CS Matic is available in two versions – the CS100 and
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Pacepacker Services has built a containerised sack packing and robotic palletising line for Suffolk-based aggregates supplier Earsham Gravels According to Pacepacker, the custom installation, thought to be the first of
A high frequency metal detector from Lock Inspection Systems has successfully assisted one of theUK’s leading raw ingredients suppliers in meeting stringent BRC standards, inspecting over 100 tonnes of ingredients
For some time now, at the various trade shows in Europe, there have been exhibition stands promoting Chinese equipment. Possibly some of the reasons for the lack of European bottlers
After two decades of supplying flexible packaging solutions to an international customer base, KM Packaging Services knows only too well the importance of speed when it comes to winning new
January 24, 2013 – Robotic packaging line manufacturer, TekPak, has recently launched an innovative pick and place case packer which is described as a flexible high speed system for vertical case packing
Chesapeake Limerick, part of Chesapeake’s Pharmaceutical and Healthcare division, is taking delivery of Europe’s first Komori GLX 740RP Carton printing press as part of a Eur4 million investment programme at
An automated packing line, installed by Endoline Machinery, which erects and seals cases containing up to 26,000 bottles of wine per day, has enabled Europa Worldwide Logistics to meet their
Plastics packaging firm Petainer Group has announced that it plans to invest millions into its injection moulding plant in Lidkoping, Sweden The firm did not specify how much cash it
Parker Williams has designed the latest global on-trade bottle for Ballantine’s Finest; the leading whisky brand in Europe, occupying the number one position in 11 countries. The creative design agency
Premium sparkling wine producer Gusbourne Estate has turned to a raft of suppliers to create new boxes Metallic laminated board MirriNor was used and the box was printed by Bradford
Seda UK has teamed up with Kabuto Noodles to revamp its upmarket instant noodles, switching its packaging from plastic to paper pots Kabuto’s range incorporates three flavours: Chicken Ramen, Beef
Basingstoke-based Gordian Strapping has announced that its parent company Strapack has launched two new RQ-8 automatic strapping machine models Strapping machines manufacturer Strapack is celebrating its eightieth anniversary this year.
Austrian cereals brand Bioquelle has invested in x-ray inspection systems from Ishida Europe The firm said its new x-ray inspection kit from Ishida Europe will enable it to carry out
SIG Combibloc has invested in a new extrusion line at its Paraná plant in Brazil In 2011, the company’s first South American packaging plant commenced operation in Campo Largo in
Chesapeake Limerick is to take delivery of Europe’s first Komori carton printing press as part of a €4m investment programme at the site Part of Chesapeake’s Pharmaceutical and Healthcare division,
Tenza Technologies Ltd, leading UK manufacturer and supplier of self-adhesive and other speciality packaging products, now offers innovative, pre-formed Stand Up Pouches as part of its increasing product portfolio. Growing
Ardagh Group, a global leader in glass and metal packaging solutions, has entered into exclusive negotiations to purchase Verallia North America from Compagnie de Saint-Gobain for $1.7 billion (€1.275 billion).
A number of well-known firms, including HP and Du Pont, will be demonstrating their products at next year’s Packaging Innovations show in Birmingham The emphatic support from Hewlett Packard, BPIF
A variety of major brands, including Unilever, Procter & Gamble and SABMiller, will be participating in a two-day conference at this year’s easyFairs Packaging Innovations show at the National Exhibition
Show organiser easyFairs has announced that it will be bringing two new initiatives to this year’s Packaging Innovations show This year’s show will see the launch of ‘The BIG Print
A wide range of contract packing firms will be showcasing new products at next month’s Contract Pack 2013 at the NEC in Birmingham Show organisers easyFairs said that Lemonpath (stand H29)
Bell Packaging is to unveil what it says is a completely new concept in the production of fibreboard boxes at
With sales through their Ecommerce website now well established, Measom Freer have launched tablet computer and smartphone versions of their
When Edward Gough MD at Beacon foods, the UK’s leading specialist producer of roasted and char grilled vegetables and fruit
Sealed Air has announced that it has helped to protect Nasa’s cargo with its packs According to the US-based protective
Finnish foodservice packaging group Huhtamaki is adopting 100% use of PEFC certified paperboard throughout its UK manufacturing ahead of the
Ardagh Group has made an offer of $1.7bn (€1.275 billion) to acquire Verallia North America from Compagnie de Saint-Gobain. In
Glass will be the packaging material of choice for any company wishing to portray their product as an image of
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers’ report on food waste has highlighted the important role plastics packaging plays in preventing food
Chesapeake Limerick, part of Chesapeake’s Pharmaceutical and Healthcare division, is taking delivery of Europe’s first Komori GLX 740RP Carton printing
Leahy Brand Design (LBD) has created a new look for maple syrup brand Clarks The newly designed packaging was launched
The secret of success in virtually any business is delivering what customers want, and at Thomas Fawcett & Sons, investing
Spiroflow will exhibit working examples of their Flexible Screw Conveyors. Flexible Screw Conveyors are just one product from a portfolio
E. Oldroyd and Sons, producer and packer of fruit and vegetables needed to increase capacity to cope with the demand
In a move to strengthen its position as a world leader in the design and manufacture of cartoning machinery, Kliklok
Skanem was recently awarded the ‘2012 Oriflame Supplier Award for Best Innovation Initiative’ for the Superpeel single ply solution. The
Following the creation of the Waitrose LOVE life brand (launched in June 2011), Pearlfisher has created the name, tone of
It announced that it purchased a new Xeikon 3500 wide format digital label printing solution. The arrival of the new
KM Packaging Services has achieved a major breakthrough in packaging for ambient ready meals containing uncooked meat, vegetables and sauces.
AutoCoding Systems and Dairy Crest, Davidstow are no strangers when it comes to developing applications to meet specific requirements. They
Known globally for the quality of its products and capabilities, Schenck Process provides food manufacturers with total engineering solutions in
Pro2Pac is returning with a new look, a new layout and the same continued commitment to showcasing the latest innovations
Less need for sample gas, measurement of the gas pressure in the packaging and a brighter and more brilliant display:
Matcon is a market leading organisation who specialise in providing “Lean” solutions for the handling and processing of powders, granules,
Goplasticpallets.com will unveil its HyRack® pallet for the first time on stand 19K127 at IMHX 2013 at the NEC Birmingham,
The technical experts in the design department of Smurfit Kappa in Herzberg, Germany, were recently presented with an interesting challenge
For the second time Primera Technology, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of specialty printers, awarded with its French distributor
A leading manufacturer of chocolate and confectionery for the UK market has been working with film specialists National Flexible to
When Yorkshire-based E Oldroyd and Sons, a producer and packer of high quality fruit and vegetables, needed to increase capacity
CCL Industries, a world leader in specialty packaging solutions for the consumer products and healthcare industries, announced that it has
The PPI Award in the ‘Advances and Innovation in Sustainable Packaging’ category recognizes Smurfit Kappa’s ongoing commitment to sustainable packaging.
Packaging Automation has launched a completely redesigned website (www.pal.co.uk). The site extends PA’s recently launched fresh new image to PA’s
UK shoppers will be able to make more informed decisions at the tills due to food labelling rule changes. Manufacturers
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