Versatility is key for Quin Systems

Quin Systems, designer and supplier of intelligent end-of-line automated packing systems, has launched a new Versapack machine.
Robots in production facility

Robotics help deliver productivity gains in food factories

FANUC has revealed that automation systems incorporating robotics are becoming an increasingly common sight in food factories around the UK. The manufacturer explained that robots...

Fresh look for Proseal site

TRAY sealing firm Proseal has unveiled a new-look website, described as being designed to help visitors identify the best solution for their sealing needs. The...

Mondi and Robopac collaborate on paper stretch wrapping solution

MONDI has teamed up with Robopac, a manufacturer of pallet wrapping machinery, to offer a 'seamless and more sustainable' paper wrapping solution for pallet...

New system takes foreign object detection to ‘whole new level’

MINEBEA Intec has launched the new Mitus metal detection system, described as offering a 'whole new level' of foreign object detection. Thanks to the machine's...

Berry specialist marks automatic case packer milestone

THE first Proseal CP3 automatic case packing system to be installed at Arbroath-headquartered Angus Soft Fruits has reached a major milestone after handling over...
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New facility takes centre stage

DESCRIBED as a move to further drive forward innovation and productivity, Loma Systems has opened a Technical Centre of Excellence in Manchester. Loma said the...
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Macpac extends capacity with new thermoforming machine

THERMOFORMED packaging manufacturer Macpac has installed another Illig RDKP 72 automatic pressure thermoforming system at its plant in Stockport. Representing a £700,000 investment, the new...
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Breaking bottlenecks: software to solve food and beverage’s costly headache

Beth Ragdale, software business manager at industrial automation and control specialist Beckhoff UK, explains why tackling bottlenecks requires a rethink of traditional production lines,...

Boxshop installs ‘first machine of its kind’ in Scotland

EAST Kilbride-based Boxshop has snapped up a BOBST EXPERTFLEX NT flexo printing press - described as the first machine of its kind installed in...