Macfarlane Packaging confirms new automation agreement with Lantech

MACFARLANE Packaging has announced a new automation distributor agreement with US-based Lantech. In the 1970s, Lantech invented the first stretch wrapper, which was developed to...

Ice-cream manufacturer snaps up second YPS shrink wrapping line

UK ice-cream manufacturer Tubzee has snapped up a second shrink wrapping line from Yorkshire Packaging Systems (YPS). Prior to working with YPS, the firm's original...

Top distributor award is icing on the cake for YPS

YORKSHIRE Packaging Systems (YPS) is celebrating after being named by shrink film manufacturer Bolloré as its best performing distributor of 2023. YPS has been the...

YPS to demonstrate compostable shrink film

YORKSHIRE Packaging Systems (YPS) will be demonstrating compostable shrink film at this year’s Empack exhibition. The company revealed it will show the 'excellent' finish achievable,...

Atlanta unveils ‘game-changing’ compact ring pallet wrapper

PACKAGING technology and machinery specialist Atlanta UK has unveiled the Nova compact ring pallet wrapper. For decades, traditional pallet stretch wrapping has been used in...

Amcor invests in new production line for shrink bags and films

AMCOR has invested in a new production line for 'high-performance' shrink bags and films for meat and cheese at its Amcor Flexibles plant in...

New glass bottle looks to shake up the market

BOL Foods, makers of Power Shakes, have switched to a bespoke glass bottle supplied by Beatson Clark. The business launched its range of Power Shakes...

New shrink film launched for wraparound labels

INNOVIA Films has announced it is launching RayoWrap CMS, described as a clear BOPP film for shrink, wraparound label applications. Produced in the firm's UK...

Antalis appoints new national sales manager for stretch film

ANTALIS Packaging has announced the appointment of Tom Reid to the role of national sales manager for stretch film. The firm said his 'primary aim'...

Be careful not to swap one problem for another

Producers seeking sustainable alternatives to shrink wrapping should stop to consider the true benefits of the packaging they select, says Martin Leeming, CEO of...