ULMA adds to flow pack wrapping portfolio

ULMA Packaging UK has added to its FLOW-VAC portfolio with the new FV 55 SD flow pack wrapping machine. Described as ideal' for the packaging...
YPS shrink wrapping line

New shrink wrapping line doubles capacity at corrugate plant

THE supply of a new shrink wrapping line is reported to have doubled the packing capacity for one of the largest corrugate board manufacturing...

3-in-1 heat sealing systems aim to keep food fresher for longer

SOKEN Engineering, a recently acquired subsidiary of Jenton International, has revealed plans to launch an all-inclusive range of heat sealing packing systems for ‘on...

Southgate brings in new service manager

PACKAGING supplier Southgate Global has announced the appointment of a new service manager to run its service and repair team following a 'continued boom' in...

Loma in double machine launch

LOMA Systems has launched its new CW3 RUN-WET combo and CW3 RUN-WET checkweigher systems. The manufacturer said the move follows 'increased demands' from food manufacturers for improved...

Linear motor provides energy cost advantages

Linear motor specialist LinMot has produced a detailed cost comparison showing a 12-month saving of 1750EUR when using one of its own linear motors...

Automation adapts to sustainable packaging

By Patricia Torres, industry marketing manager food and commodities, OMRON Europe Have you ever ordered a small item online, and then felt incensed when it...
Fortress sales director Phil Brown and marketing manager Leonie Brown collect the trophy from Automate UK chairman James Causebrook

Fortress ‘thrilled’ by further award success for digital testing solutions

FORTRESS Technology has expressed its joy after winning a second accolade for its digital testing solutions at the recent Automate UK Awards 2024. Judges hailed...

Thin walling delivers the whole package

Thin walling has long been a practice in primary food and medical packaging to save material, showcase brand quality and maintain manufacturing standards. Nigel...
Thermoforming system being lifted off a lorry

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...