Modular system adds flexibility for food producers

GEA has announced the launch of its new SmartPacker TwinTube vertical packaging machine onto the UK market. The firm explained that the machine has been...
Thomson Print & Packaging BOBST NOVAFOLD 110

Edinburgh packaging manufacturer looks to corner the folding carton market

EDINBURGH-based Thomson Print & Packaging is reaping the rewards after bringing folding carton converting fully in-house, facilitated by the installation of a BOBST NOVAFOLD...
OMRON automation centre in Stuttgart, Germany

OMRON marks opening of new automation facility

OMRON has celebrated the opening of a new automation centre in Stuttgart, Germany. The site will serve as a hub for expertise in advanced automation...
Falconer's Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 75-6+L press

Carton manufacturer presses ahead with investment plans

CARTON manufacturer Falconer Print & Packaging has commissioned a new Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 75-6+L press. The press immediately started production with an inaugural project -...

MPE unveils new denesters to boost ‘productivity and packaging accuracy’

TRAY sealing specialist MPE UK has announced the launch of a new range of denesters described as compatible with 'nearly all types' of packaging...

‘Unique’ conveyor system achieves accurate packing for lightweight products

A three-belt conveyor system was recently designed by YPS engineers to automate the shrink wrapping of small, lightweight e-cigarette packs. An e-cigarette manufacturer approached the...

Robotic cell helps production to sprout

SCOTTISH Borders-based vegetable processor, Drysdales, is said to have become the first UK produce firm to automate its sprout crate loading operation in a...

A smoother transition to automation success

David Jahn, sales director at Brillopak explains why automation should not be feared and that proper planning can prevent a myriad of issues, while...

Domino unveils digital ink jet corrugated press

DOMINO is entering the digital corrugated printing space with the launch of the X630i digital ink jet corrugated press with AQ95 aqueous ink set. The...

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.