Automated technology brings traceability gains

SPARC Systems in collaboration with Fortress Technology has announced it has developed the only known paperless audit software featuring unlimited pre-programmed Codes of Practice...
Nick Cesare

PACE Mechanical Handling to launch new rental service at PPMA Show

AUTOMATED end-of-line packing solutions specialist PACE Mechanical Handling will launch a new rental service at this year's PPMA Show. Over recent months, the firm revealed...
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Automated machinery is the height of fashion for clothing retailer

A fashion retailer is said to be reaping the benefits of investing in automated packing equipment to support web sales. The equipment purchased was a...
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Ishida weighers help improve accuracy and reduce giveaway of crackers

TWO Ishida multihead weighers are said to be proving their worth at Mondelēz International’s Capriata d’Orba plant in Italy. Mondelēz Italia Biscuits Production S.p.A. operates one...

New packaging machines tipped to enable retailers to reduce plastic

XACT has launched two new packaging solutions designed to help retailers reduce the amount of plastic packaging they use for fresh produce. The Rev Elephant...

Futamura invests in new cellulose film production line

FUTAMURA, a manufacturer of cellulose films, casings, and non-wovens, has unveiled its new cellulose film production line in Wigton, Cumbria. The firm said the investment...
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Fortress to demonstrate Icon X-ray system at PPMA Total Show

FORTRESS Technology will be showcasing the Icon X-ray system at PPMA Total Show in Birmingham later this month. Described as 'robust and easy to clean',...

Awards celebrate industry excellence

Packaging Scotland’s Fraser Rummens reports from the PPMA Group Industry Awards 2017 in Birmingham OVER 400 of the industry’s best and brightest gathered at the...

Proseal’s American expansion gathers pace

PROSEAL has opened a new production facility in Virginia, USA, to meet demand for fresh convenience foods. The tray sealing specialist said the new factory, which...
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Pie producer doubles packaging capacity with trio of new shrink-wrap lines

A British pie producer has doubled its packaging capacity to match a doubling of its output.  Three new shrink-wrapping lines have been supplied by...