Machinery Update March / April 2023

Issue 2, Volume XXXIV, March/April 2023

The machinery only journal for processing & packaging | www.machineryupdate.co.uk

Sustainable formats

This issue sees a drinks feature as well as a preview of the global exhibition interpack – both cover new technologies that meet customers’ sustainable needs

INSIDE NEWS

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interpack returns to Düsseldorf in May following an enforced 6-year break due to COVID-19. Nearly 3,000 companies will be launching new products, as our 26-page show preview attests

NEW MACHINERY

A new Stretch Hood system is said to guarantee total protection against humidity, rain and dust as it envelopes palletised products from above to the base. It is now available from Pace Mechanical Find out more on page 21

INSTALLATIONS

A complete packing line has been key to the launch of a new healthy snack product

NEWS PLUS

This year, Machinery Update will publish sector eBulletins covering robotics, palletising and labelling/coding/marking www.machineryupdate.co.uk

Contents

7 NEWS

12 NEW MACHINERY

22 INSTALLATIONS

30 SPECIAL FEATURE iNTERPACK PREVIEW

In our 26-page preview of the returning interpack exhibition, you will find details of the very latest equipment to be launched

56 SPECIAL FEATURE DRINKS

Several PPMA members across a range of technologies have developed equipment for drinks manufacturers to enjoy benefits that have ultimately delivered new options to their consumers

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REGULAR FEATURES

10 REGULATIONS

For any machine, that includes electrical or electronic components, to comply with the UK’s Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008, it must also meet (EMC) Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016. These set out the requirements that must be met before products can be placed on the Great Britain (GB) market, with some changes for Northern Ireland. We outline the responsibilities.

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62 COMPONENTS

Nord Drivesystems has introduced the Nord Eco service to help firms to optimise overall energy savings potential hidden in their electric drives usage by finding the most efficient solution for applications

64 WHO WHAT WHERE

People, events and diary dates

66 MACHINERY FINDER

Machinery and also services

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Widening our impact will help everyone

As the MD of an engineering SME that has been a member of the PPMA Group of Associations for years; and as a member of its board for the last six, I am confident that my appointment as its new CEO from this March is going to see me hit the ground running.

Our association has a long and rich history of success but is probably still most recognised for our PPMA Show/PPMA Total Show that run at the NEC, Birmingham each autumn. We also publish this magazine, deliver training courses and offer overseas exhibition support, but we need to be more relevant to a host of organisations, whether this be to government; other industry bodies and stakeholders; in education, or through more STEM days run by the charitable incorporated organisation PPMA BEST.

The UK Government, and the devolved administrations, need to understand what our sector can offer

There’s a growing competition for talent – and we have to play our part in ensuring our sector – and all of you, our customers –remain attractive places for young people to want to build their careers. It’s also more important than ever that we step up our political engagement and build the profile of our sector. As the UK Government – and devolved administrations –finally get to grips with the needs of our economy post-Brexit, automation and robotics become ever more important to building this economy, raising productivity and also to levelling up… we need them to understand what we can offer and how businesses can get fit for the future using our kit.

I also believe that our members will be key to delivering sustainability and building a low carbon future and we need to be influencing the debate – supporting our customers as they change and invest to become net zero businesses while educating the sector as well.

We believe that as an organisation, we are already facilitating the needs of members and end users in the fast-developing areas of our industry by offering a new event that will cover all things automation and robotics this June. And Automation UK (see page 7) will join the established Machine Vision Conference, or MVC, to highlight the changing nature of equipment that is required across manufacturing sites in Britain.

But there’s more to do, and I am looking forward to making the PPMA a more authoritative voice for the packaging and processing machinery, robotics and vision systems sectors going forward which will surely benefit all of us. n

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The sensors for the washdown area are ideal for use in washdown applications in the food, beverage and packaging industries. The high-quality stainless steel 316L housing makes them robust and corrosion-resistant

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Measurement of Ice Cream Cups via 2D/3D Profile Sensors

Detection of Cookies with Reflex Sensors with Background Suppression

Detection of Food Trays with Reflex Sensors with Background Suppression

Color Control of Baked Goods with Vision Sensor

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New premises will improve processes and cut lead times

After nearly 40 years, Pennine Industrial Equipment has moved into new business premises which has expanded the production and office space by 50%.

As well as more space, the building has been fully customised to allow for improved operational flow and increased production output. The new premises were selected as they are less than 3 km from its previous site to allow maximum retention of experienced production and valuable sales staff.

“Having a new purpose-built facility will allow us to improve production processes and provide shorter lead times for our customers,” says Pennine’s sales director Graham Womersley.

interpack is back to offer visitors a host of new developments

The international exhibition that is interpack is opening its doors again in Düsseldorf this May, following a COVID-19 enforced six-year hiatus with aims to celebrate the long-awaited reunion of the global packaging industry.

Greeting visitors to the seven day event (4-10 May) will be about 2,700 exhibitors representing key players and newcomers from around the world. Many of these participants will, say organisers Messe Düsseldorf, show how to change the game when it comes to sustainability, processing and packaging technology for a better life, or efficient production processes that are less resource intensive.

Organisers believe the show will deliver the most international industry meeting of the processing and packaging sector for

Co-located events will answer today’s manufacturing needs

Save the date – 20-21 June –for the new Automation UK exhibition from BARA to be held in Coventry which will be co-located with the established UKIVA Machine Vision Conference (MVC) that is relocating from its usual one-day residency in Milton Keynes.

years, and to complement the exhibits, new special areas and promotions include ‘Spotlight talks & trends’ which each day, will have a different focus topic including the circular economy, logistics, sustainability, digital technologies, product safety and also eCommerce.

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• A 26-page interpack preview includes new products on show along with ticketing details

Call for entries for the young woman engineer of the year

To mark 2023’s International Women’s Day in March, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) launched the call for entries for its 2023 Young Woman Engineer of the Year Awards by the submission deadline of 3 July 2023.

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The awards celebrate women working in modern engineering – and aim to help change the perception that engineering is predominantly a career for men, and seek to find role models who can help address the UK science and engineering skills crisis by promoting engineering careers to more girls and women.

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This new exhibition will showcase products from leading robotics and also automation companies during the two days at the CBS Arena in Coventry, while MVC has over 40 technical seminars as well as an exhibition showcasing the latest innovations in industrial vision technology.

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STEM day success continues this year

Stretford High School is one of the latest secondary schools to enjoy a STEM day delivered by PPMA Business Education Skills and Training. Its science teacher and STEM coordinator Abdul Hamza felt the delivery was exceptional, well timed and engaging for his pupils.

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VISITS

Apex Dynamics is taking The Gearbus on the road around the UK this year to provide a novel solution to tackling customers’ motion control problems. It was borne out of an idea for a convenient demo facility that could go directly to customers, and it is now out and about taking problem solving options straight to their premises.

Automation UK is a new exhibition

The Düsseldorf show has 18 halls

The new facility is bringing gains

Pupils were inspired by the day

MVC will now run across two days

Customised customer events are offered across industry segments

Rovema is planning a series of customised customer events for various sectors of the food industry this year which will take place at the company’s headquarters based in Fernwald, Germany.

The company is rethinking its traditional trade show participation and will no longer be exhibiting at interpack this May, and will be concentrating on these bespoke events instead.

Customer days will run all year

The German manufacturer of packaging machinery which offers sustainable packaging solutions will start a series of events in spring 2023 individually adapted to different sectors of the food industry. The series kicks off in March – 21, 22 or 23 – from 10 am until 5 pm, and will cover the coffee sector.

Other forums, including those for the confectionery and powder industries, are also planned for 2023.

Guests will be offered intensive personal advice and support from company personnel, live demonstrations as well as specific industry lectures and presentations on topics such as sustainable packaging or product protection.

Interested parties can send a request to participate to:

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Training from the PPMA meets all engineering needs

The need to upskill the talent pipeline to meet today’s business needs becomes more crucial, and the PPMA training department is offering a range of face to face or online training to cover even more technical and soft skills.

For instance, the 2-day Professional Communication Skills for Service Engineers course was designed by an engineer with over 30 years’ experience to provide participants with insight into the skills required. The course offers a highly interactive programme with many practical activities, with each session designed to transfer learning into actions and results.

The next course is on 25 - 26 April 2023 at the PPMA HQ in Wallington, Surrey. W www.ppma.co.uk/ppma/ training-seminars.html

Conference showcases automation capabilities

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is hosting a two-day conference to drive the uptake of robotics and automation throughout UK industry in which BARA (the British Automation & Robot Association) will also be sharing its expertise with the participants.

The Robotics and Automation – A New Perspective 2023 event at the MTC (Pilot Way, Coventry CV7 9JU) on May 10 and 11 will explore the future of automation and demonstrate the opportunities available to UK industry. Delegates from a wide range of industries from construction to agriculture and food production will get the chance to share insights into the transformational benefits of robotic technologies and learn how automation can improve productivity and drive global competitiveness for UK businesses.

The free event will build on the recommendations of a report by MTC robotics

BARA council members will be on hand to help delegates learn about robots or simply network with likeminded individuals. They can also talk to BARA council members that will be on hand throughout the two days for practical advice on how to get started on the automation journey.

experts and the Industrial Policy Research Centre at Loughborough University which called for more knowledge-sharing across the robotics community. It also highlighted the need for support for developers and early-stage adopters, an emphasis on skills, as well as a greater understanding among the investor and finance community of the business benefits of automation.

Delegates can listen to inspiring talks by industry experts, join educational workshops, discover innovative technologies

The BARA representatives represent robot suppliers and systems integrators which, as well as offering impartial advice to visitors, will also be speaking on the second day of the event.

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Many new courses are offered

Keeping compliant with EMC obligations

If the control system of a machine experiences electromagnetic interference it may malfunction and create a dangerous situation, while conversely, if the electrical and electronic systems fitted to a machine generate a high level of interference, it may also cause other equipment nearby to malfunction.

Therefore, for any machine, that includes electrical or electronic components, to comply with the UK’s Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008, it must also meet the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016. These Regulations set out the requirements that must be met before products can be placed on the Great Britain (GB) market, with some requirements differing for the Northern Ireland market. For example, qualifying Northern Ireland goods can be placed on the GB market with the European Union’s CE and CE UKNI conformity marking.

EMC RESPONSIBILITIES

Machinery manufacturers are responsible for ensuring EMC compliance. Before placing apparatus on the GB market, they must ensure that it has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the essential requirements in Schedule 1 of the 2016 Regulations.

The essential requirements state that:

a) equipment must be designed and manufactured to ensure that the electromagnetic

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disturbance generated does not exceed the level above which radio and telecommunications equipment or other equipment cannot operate as intended, and

b) the equipment has a level of immunity to the electromagnetic disturbance to be expected in its intended use which allows it to operate without unacceptable degradation of its intended use.

trade name or registered trademark, a postal address, and the type batch or serial number. If it is not possible to affix these details or the UKCA marking to the machinery, this information can be placed on the packaging and the accompanying documents. Any instructions must also be supplied in English.

It is worth noting that until 11pm 31 December 2024, machinery that conforms to European Union requirements

Regulations. They must therefore take account of any changes in electrical equipment design or characteristics, and any change to a relevant harmonised standard or any technical specifications which are referred to in the Declaration of Conformity.

UNNECESSARY CHANGE

The machinery manufacturer must also have a relevant conformity assessment procedure carried out and technical documentation drawn up. Once this is completed, the manufacturer is also required to draw up a declaration of conformity. This is a document which declares that the product is in conformity with the relevant statutory requirements applicable to the specific product. Any technical documentation and the declaration of conformity must be kept by the manufacturer for 10 years after the machinery was first placed on the GB market.

The UKCA marking must then be affixed to the machinery. The manufacturer must also label machinery with its name, registered

may be placed on the GB market. So, until that date any new machinery which displays the CE marking is acceptable. Therefore, if an individual fully manufactured product is placed on the European Economic Area or the UK market (either in Northern Ireland or Great Britain) before this time on 31 December 2024, the 2016 Regulations do not apply. This means that such machinery can continue to circulate on either market until they are deemed to reach their end of use.

Over time, as adjustments are made to the manufacturing process and new or updated components included within a machine, the manufacturer must ensure that procedures are in place for it to remain in conformity with the 2016

However, products which are repaired, refurbished or exchanged without changing their original performance, purpose, or type, are not considered ‘new’ and therefore do not need to be recertified and remarked. This includes if the product is exported for repair. Any new spare parts can comply with the same conformity assessment requirements that were in place at the time the original product or system they are ultimately intended to repair, replace or maintain was placed on the market.

While EMC may appear to be complex, it doesn’t mean that machinery manufacturers can ignore their legal obligation to ensure their products meet the requirements of the 2016 Regulations. Neither should machinery end-users plead ignorance, making the assumption that their supplier is doing the right thing.

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Latest OCR capabilities improve quality control

Cognex has expanded the capabilities of its In-Sight 2800 vision system to include optical character recognition (OCR) which is designed to improve quality control and traceability.

The new ViDi EL Read tool, powered by edge learning technology, deciphers humanreadable characters on reflective, low-contrast and non-flat surfaces with ease.

“The In-Sight 2800 with edge learning redefines ease of use, allowing anyone to deploy AI-based applications regardless of experience level,” says Lavanya Manohar, Cognex vice president of Vision Systems. “ViDi EL Read replaces complicated programming with examplebased training, making it simple to set up OCR models to read characters on challenging surfaces and even multiple lines of text simultaneously.”

The easy-to-use OCR solution helps food and beverage producers to easily read expiration dates, even on curved surfaces, to verify

In operation, accuracy of the results is measured by a confidence score proper routing and prevent the need for rework.

freshness and also prevent consumer recalls. Medical device and pharmaceutical companies can verify dates and lot codes to ensure vaccine efficacy and compliance with medical standards.

Meanwhile, electric vehicle manufacturers can quickly locate and read the alphanumeric text laser etched on the bottom sides of EV batteries to improve traceability, and logistics facilities can decipher codes and text on a variety of package types to ensure

Print and apply unit can now work easily with legacy software

Markem-Imaje is introducing dual language support to its print and apply 2200 series.

The upgrade allows for full operation with both Markem-Imaje’s proprietary CoLOS solution or direct communication with ZPL emulation which, for the first time, facilitates immediate integration of the 2200 series into legacy software systems. This dual language support enables customers to directly connect to existing architecture with the ZPL emulator.

OCR applications can be time-consuming to set up, requiring hours of programming by highly trained engineers, preventing many companies from automating this type of inspection, says Cognex. Using the ViDi EL Read tool, models are set up and deployed directly on the device in minutes with as few as ten sample images.

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The 2200 series offers a broad range of end of line print and apply labelling solutions from simple case and pallet labelling through to high-speed front of pack or multi-side. With full GS1 compliance, the 2200 series has been recognised as an operator friendly solution, supporting optimised efficiency with a simple user interface, a minimised label change time of 40 seconds and competent operation with less than five minutes training.

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Retail-spec conveyor delivers future-proof promise to users

Fortress Technology has engineered a retailer-spec conveyor system that ticks all of the due diligence requirements for all product and application requirements.

Fully compliant with British Retail Consortium, HACCP and GFSI food safety standards, the Fortress all-in-one retail-spec conveyor includes ARM micro processing power and the latest infeed, outfeed and reject sensors.

Fortress believes that purchasing a conveyor system with fully integrated technology, including retailer Codes of Practice (COP), is a failsafe way of ensuring that the metal detector will function at peak performance levels and meet retailers’ current and future inspection performance requirements.

Conveyors/rejects can be customised

The latest conveyor is less about conveyor belt size or configuration, but more linked to the placement of smart sensors confirms Fortress sales manager Jaison Anand.

Describing the sensors as the brains of the retailer-ready metal detector, Anand says: “Built to the stringent M&S Food standards, the rationale for creating our retailer spec conveyor was to address this minefield and provide customers with future-proof functionality.”

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Cooling pouches in more eco way

Holmach is now offering the new Mini Flex Chill-Flow cooler for the rapid cooling of single serve sachets through to large food service pouches from Lyco Manufacturing. Using 80% less water and energy compared to traditional tumble chillers and offered in the smaller 2.4 m and 3.6 m sizes, Lyco has addressed the challenges of maximising production levels and minimising environmental impact, alongside restrictions on factory square footage.

Traditional tumble chillers dump water after every batch, whereas the new Mini Flex design can hold the water for as long as a week. This results in lower water usage and lower energy costs,

New robots for heavy payloads

while achieving fast cooling times following the hot fill of soups, sauces, condiments and pouched meals.

Patented technology ensures a uniform cooling process that, says Holmach, is up to twice as fast as other systems.

The robots in the KR Fortec ultra family from KUKA are a heavy payload range from 480 kg to 800 kg. Designed for high payloads and moments of inertia, they are billed as meeting the new production requirements of the electromobility sector.

This first in first out process achieves cooling levels of 4.4deg C and can be managed in various modes including batch, continuous and oscillating.

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Five variants are available to meet specific application needs. The KR 800, for example, handles payloads up to 800 kg while the two KR 480 variants reach up to 3,700 mm. The high inertia options called KR 640 and KR 560, significantly increase the maximum permissible mass moment of inertia with extended grippers.

“We developed the robots of the new KR Fortec ultra family in close cooperation with our customers,” explains Wolfgang Bildl,

portfolio manager at KUKA. “They are our response to the automotive industry’s changing requirements, with bigger vehicles, heavy batteries and very large components for electric cars.”

The range’s double link arm design reduces weight but ensures rigidity and accuracy. This results in higher dynamic performance, optimal cycle times, less energy consumption and an overall lower CO2 footprint.

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The clever double link arm design reduces weight

A two-way flip top feature enables efficient cleaning

ACOPOS 6D

Creating new dimensions of adaptive manufacturing.

ACOPOS 6D allows you to move products freely through an open manufacturing space –unbound by the limits of one-dimensional production flow. Magnetic lev itation prov ides six degrees of freedom for unprecedented processing density on a fraction of the floorspace. br-automation.com

Flexible screw conveyor agitator offers user gains

Spiroflow has re-designed its existing flexible screw conveyor (FSC) agitator with an updated version that can be easily dismantled in place for cleaning. The new design can also be retrofitted to existing machines in place of the current standard agitator unit if required.

Used to ensure a consistent flow of product, the agitator can be fitted as an optional extra on Spiroflow FSCs when needed, and used to break down bridging material in the flexible screw inlet. Many products being conveyed are not free flowing, so the agitator helps to create material flow within the equipment.

The standard agitator design has been in use for over 20 years and required the use of tooled intervention to remove it and take it apart; whereas the new version can be stripped down easily and reassembled in situ safely as required.

“In certain situations, it’s important for our customers

This version of the Spiroflow agitator can be retrofitted to existing FSCs

to have the ability to quickly strip down the agitator to be cleaned by the operator safely, and without the use of tools,” says Spiroflow’s technical sales manager Chris Brennan. “With the new agitator design, all access is protected by safety interlocks and the gearbox and motor remain in place.

EtherCAT models are added to i4L SCARA robot series

Omron has announced the availability of new EtherCAT models to the i4L SCARA robot series which, it says, means these compact i4L robots now offer even stronger performance at the lowest total cost of ownership.

“There is no need to have plugs and sockets or heavy lifting to facilitate its removal, so cleaning can be done on the line, thereby saving time in the process,” he continues. “The additional benefit of the new agitator is that it can be retrofitted to existing FSCs.”

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Thanks to a compact design and small footprint, the i4L SCARA is simple to install and offers easy integration with Ethernet or EtherCAT connectivity in the base. And together with the robotic integrated controller, users can deploy multiple robots while reducing set up complexity and programming time. Its speed makes it ideal for material handling tasks, while freeing human resources for other tasks that maximise productivity for a company.

“Thanks to the EtherCAT models, we have taken our SCARA robots to the next level,” says Fernando Vaquerizo, fixed and cobots product marketing manager at Omron Europe.

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Handling punnets in multi materials

Different materials are handled on the same machine using easy to deploy recipes and package specific end effectors

Brillopak has launched its new TrayPAKer, a high-speed robot-based packaging solution that offers multi-material handling capabilities to make it ready for any changing material trends.

“The primary driver behind the machine’s development was from our customers in fresh produce,” explains David Jahn, sales director at Brillopak. “In this market, efficiency is everything.

“The prices are set by the supermarkets, and so our customers have to find economies in all the steps prior to final delivery,” he continues. “This machine is more than capable of meeting current demands and deploys a technological solution that will enable users to support what they don’t know will happen tomorrow.”

The new machine helps companies keep pace with the rapidity of modern supermarket supply chains; its flexibility, speed and throughput deliver higher performance than manual labour it is designed to replace, and its modular design and small footprint makes it adaptable to restricted spaces.

from plastics to cardboard punnet packaging.

The 150 punnets-per-minute machine combines robotics and vision systems with patented servo-driven end effectors and then deploys them in a pick-and-place operation that is said to address many of the challenges companies face when automating this traditionally manual process.

In operation, an accumulation conveyor manages the build-up of punnets before feeding them into the pick-up area. In the pick-up area one delta robot picks and places the packs onto the conveyor in a layer pattern, which is then indexed, oriented and gently compressed to the dimensions of the crate or container. A second delta robot with a different end effector then picks up the whole layer and lowers it into the crate or the container being used.

Brillopak says this wholelayer approach addresses misalignment issues created by single-punnet pick and place and delivers a neater shelf-ready appearance.

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Maximising performance of safe doors

Designed with the food and beverage sector in mind, the HS9120G and HACCP-accredited HS9120GHY high-speed doors from Assa Abloy Entrance Systems are billed as meeting the efficiency and speed as well as the hygiene and safety requirements that users need to boost performance and protection.

“By accelerating the flow of people and goods, the highspeed industrial doors can dramatically improve operational efficiency,” explains Paul Dale, marketing officer at Assa Abloy. “Designed for fast-paced, high-cycle environments, the systems are highly durable, meeting the demands placed on them – even in round-the-clock manufacturing facilities.”

Meanwhile, the addition of the new door curtain also helps to reduce noise levels and improve energy efficiency. Designed to enhance performance, the high-speed door systems contribute to reduced downtime in manufacturing environments.

Safety features such as LED traffic lights, a safety light curtain, soft bottom profile and a break-away system make the doors suitable for busy environments. And by effectively separating areas, the doors can also help to maintain more comfortable climates, creating suitable manufacturing conditions while enhancing the comfort and wellbeing of staff.

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A robotics-enhanced line handles cosmetics range

Shemesh is launching the TKS-C60 roboticsenhanced packaging line for cosmetics that has been built to handle the entire process – feeding, filling, capping, labelling, case packing and palletising products of all shapes and product sizes.

The TKS-C60 is a seamless, uninterrupted bottling line for a range of products from creams and foundations to fragrances and nail polish and runs at a rate of 60 bottles per minute. The line consists of three ABB Delta robots – one on the product unscrambling station, one for accurate multi-capping and one for case packing – as well as an integrated advanced vision system.

The line’s two lanes offer greater flexibility, with the capability to pack different products on the same line simply by setting up the requisite recipes via a smart HMI screen. The linear rather than rotary feed means there are fewer parts for faster

and easier changeovers and cleaning. It can identify cap types of any dimension –screw caps, snap-on caps, pump/spray caps and more.

For shaped products, the line can also include puck loaders and unloaders to offer maximum flexibility.

ETNA, the line’s automatic bottle unscrambler, uses an ABB/FANUC spider robot to provide precise bottle orientation, covering virtually all bottle types common to the cosmetics sector.

The robotic elements ensure no change parts are required (except in some cases for the robot grippers) when unscrambling multiple different bottle shapes.

Adapted to work with corrosive products as well as flammable liquids, such as nail polish remover, the TKS-C60 is Industry 4.0 ready and offers ATEX protection standards in explosive atmospheres.

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Latest throughbeam photoelectric sensors offer quality benefits to packaging films

The new LS25CI throughbeam photoelectric sensor from Leuze is powerful and flexible and can transilluminate even metallised and dark films to meet the stringent requirements of the packaging industry.

As packaging films vary greatly, they can be a challenge for photoelectric sensors to reliably detect the position of

the objects in the packaging. With the LS25CI, Leuze is introducing a throughbeam photoelectric sensor that it

says can transilluminate any type of film.

System operators can pick from two models:

The LS25CI.XR1 high power can transilluminate dark films as well as identify individual transparent films, while for even tougher requirements, customers can specify the LS25CI.XX superpower which transilluminates metallised and dark coloured films, even if they are multi-layered.

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Creams and foundations to fragrances and nail polishes can now be handled

Door ranges can be customised

This latest new sensor is powerful and flexible

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New feature allows robot collaboration

ABB has enhanced its RobotStudio robot programming and simulation software with cloud-enabled functionality.

The new RobotStudio Cloud enables individuals and teams to collaborate in real-time on robot cell designs from anywhere in the world, on any device. New features such as automatic version control increase transparency and productivity across teams. And the software’s simplified interfaces and intuitive navigation allow users of all skill levels to work on robotic projects.

FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS

“At ABB Robotics, we continue to develop flexible solutions to help businesses overcome challenges, respond to changing customer needs and thrive in an age of increasing digitalisation,” says Marc Segura, president of ABB Robotics division.

“New web-based tools like RobotStudio Cloud bring a new level of agility and flexibility to manufacturers in how they plan and design their robotic automation solutions.

“RobotStudio Cloud helps to increase collaboration and reduce complexity, enabling both novices and experts to push the boundaries of robotics programming,” he concludes.

New features in RobotStudio Cloud include version control, which allows users to keep track of changes and have full transparency of any amendments, who made them and when.

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Pace Mechanical Handling has been appointed as the first UK representative for Innova’s stretch hood pallet wrapping system.

Established in 2001 and headquartered in Castellón, Spain, the Innova Group specialises in end of line strapping and wrapping packaging machinery including its Stretch Hood system. New to the UK market, the Stretch Hood system guarantees total protection against humidity, rain and dust due to the tightness of the wrapping and properties of the Stretch Hood film, which envelopes palletised products from above to the base.

As well as being the only system that delivers completely waterproof protection, Innova says it uses the minimal amount of film, reducing material and energy costs.

Until now, Innova has focused on North America, Mexico and Brazil but turned its attention to the UK after another Spanish

packaging machinery manufacturer – TMI Sl – introduced the company to Nick Cesare at Pace Mechanical Handling.

“Stretch Hood is unlike anything else available in the UK, and we are confident it will replace traditional stretch wrappers due to the way it protects products and reduces both film and energy use,” explains Cesare managing director and sales director at Pace. “We think it will be popular with packers of all sizes across several sectors, including agriculture, food and beverages, chemicals and cement.

“Stretch Hood complements our range of robotic and automated packing lines in the same way as Ilerbox does, so we are very excited to be appointed as the sole representative for the Innova Group in the UK.”

Commenting on Pace’s appointment, Sergio Llido, CEO of Innova Group, said: “We chose Pace for their experience, technical team, market know-how, and all their expertise in packaging and end of line projects.”

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A safety light curtain system for Smart Box Detection enables continuous material flow

Sick has launched what is billed as an industry-first safety light curtain system for Smart Box Detection, designed to enable the continuous safe material flow of cartons or cuboid goods at the entry or exit points of protected areas, while safeguarding people from materials handling, conveying or packaging machinery.

The system is a plug-andplay automation solution for the Sick deTec4 safety light curtain. It uses intelligent

pattern recognition to detect cuboid objects, and even some cylindrical goods that produce a cuboid-shaped silhouette and differentiates them

from people. Unnecessary stoppages are therefore avoided, for example at the in- and out- feeds of packaging machinery, or close to loading and unloading machinery in intralogistics facilities. The protected area above the material remains safeguarded by the light curtain at all times.

The productivity gains, cost and space saving offered benefits both machine builders and also end users.

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Stretch Hood demands the minimum of film

Cost and space savings are offered

Increased agility and flexibility

Complete system delivers cost savings to snack firm

tna solutions worked in collaboration with the US pork snack company Benestar Brands to develop a highly efficient processing and packaging line for its bespoke rinds and cracklings.

The new line helped Benestar Brands improve its product quality tenfold, while significantly reducing energy use and enhancing efficiency.

“tna solutions has been a fantastic partner throughout the process,” explains Jose Gomez, chief technical officer at Benestar Brands. “The company’s experts have a deep understanding of our industry, while being open to listening to our specific challenges and finding out-of-the-box solutions.

“The accommodation of our specific needs, from footprint restrictions and frying demands to intricate

The tna robag 3e VFFS machine provided benefits

seasoning, helped facilitate our partnership with tna and develop an excellent product to satisfy every pork fan.”

Working collaboratively since 2005, Benestar Brands and tna’s engineers say they have developed the world’s most advanced approach to pork rind manufacturing. Every piece of the process, from feeding and frying to distribution systems and packaging, is optimised

Robotic & Automation Solutions

Automated production solutions individually designed and built for manufacturing sectors, including automotive, FMCG, food & drink, electronic components, medical devices.

to ensure better products and also a faster return on investment. The tna batch-pro 12 frying technology reduces rejects to less than 3%, while the special fryer design minimises oil use, contributing to product and materials savings.

In addition, the tna batch-pro 12 fryer system provides direct-fire heating for improved energy efficiencies and lower operating costs, while the accurate and flexible tna intelli-flav OMS 5.1 seasoning system allows for consistent coverage without costly ingredient losses, which further contributes to a healthy bottom line.

Finally, the tna robag 3e, vertical form, fill and seal (VFFS) packaging system enabled Benestar Brands to efficiently pack both pork rinds and cracklings on the same line at a high speed.

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Financing package has allowed firm to save on energy costs

Taking into account Calder Textile’s cash flow, profitability and plans for the future, Siemens Financial Services (SFS) has supplied a 5-year lending facility that covered equipment, technology and infrastructure. “SFS were so dependable and knowledgeable throughout the process,” explains Greg Bedford, md at Calder. “Even in the case of delays in the supply chain, the team was happy to keep the approval in place which definitely made things easier for us.”

With the new facility and combined heat and power unit now in place, Calder can efficiently produce energy onsite giving the business greater control and crucially, also the oversight of its use.

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Family-run firm is back in control

KEY FEATURES

• HIGH SENSITIVITY TO ALL METALS

• INTEGRATED CONTROLS for line speed and rejection

• HIGH IMMUNITY to environmental interference

• AUTOMATIC LEARNING & TRACKING of product effect

• DIGITALLY ADJUSTABLE BELT SPEED

• RUGGED AISI 316L stainless steel CONSTRUCTION and food-compatible plastic parts (EU, FDA COMPLIANT)

Installation News

Multi-line palletising solution future proofs tortilla handling

Scott Automation has designed, manufactured and delivered a multiline palletising system that is not only meeting a food company’s existing needs, but that is also capable of doubling its current capacity.

Scott designed and installed this automated multi-line palletising system for Poco Loco, a leading Belgian producer of tortilla wraps, chips and snacks who are part of the Finnish Paulig Group. The system was installed last year in a new building in Roeselare and handles

the output of several new production lines. The solution covers all processes from conveying and accumulating the packs on buffer tables, to palletising them using the latest version of the company’s palletiser PAL 4.0 full pallet wrapping, labelling and conveying to the high bay warehouse.

The customer ultimately opted for the Scott multi-line solution over the single-line option offered by other suppliers as it is designed to enable further expansion that will accommodate double

the current palletising capacity of up to 50 pallets per hour.

The first phase covered four tortilla packing lines, sending filled cartons and display boxes to the buffer tables and one central PAL 4.0 palletiser. As soon as enough product is buffered to fill a complete pallet, it is summoned by the system, and then transported to the palletiser and the pallet is created.

Product infeed is at high level (of about 3.5 m) which frees up the access flow on the floor between production lines. Scott says this multi-line solution brings considerable benefits to the food giant, ranging from the low cost of ownership, reliability, space utilisation, high performance and high standards of hygiene and operator safety.

The PAL 4.0 is suitable

for a wide range of products including plastics trays, shrink wrapped packs, cartons, shelf ready and display boxes and has a user-friendly interface for creating new pallet layouts which simplifies setup and reduces changeover times.

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multihead weigher, a bagmaker and a checkweigher has delivered for new snack

A packing line solution comprising

An Ishida packing line solution comprising a multihead weigher, bagmaker and checkweigher has been instrumental in the launch of a new healthy snack from snacks specialist Good Food Products, Poland’s largest manufacturer of rice and corn wafers, crackers and also popcorn snacks.

Corn A’petit waffle snacks are produced from corn kernels and are baked with no added fat, preservatives or gluten and with reduced

The customer wanted the best snacks solution salt, making them a healthy alternative for snack fans. Because they are 45mm in

diameter, compared to traditional wafers which are 90 mm, Good Food Products was seeking a new production line that was able to cope with this specification. “When we were choosing our line supplier, we did thorough market research and Ishida turned out to be the optimal choice,” said Łukasz Wawrzyniak, engineering

department manager at Good Food Products. “We wanted to have the best solution for our new product, which we consider as a breakthrough on the snack market.”

The integrated Ishida solution features the company’s 14 head CCW-RVE multihead weigher combined with its Inspira bagmaker. The bagged snacks then have a final weight check on Ishida’s DACS-G checkweigher.

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Display boxes of tortillas transfer from the buffer tables to the palletiser

The pallet elevator conveys two full pallets

Auto bag placer helps throughput

RMGroup has supplied one of its new automatic bag placer systems, the BP-600, to animal feed specialist WE Jameson & Son who wanted to improve staffing levels at its mill. The new equipment includes an automatic bag stitching unit, label application and an ABB robot palletiser.

Delivering an efficient and cost-effective method of automatically placing sacks/bags onto the bagging unit, the BP-600 replaces existing manual operations, thereby maximising bag filling production efficiencies. Previous bag presentation issues are also eradicated

Pump provides quality savings

The new pump that Packo, part of The Verder Group, has supplied to Airedale Chemical for emulsifying soap in a consistent manner has saved the company time and also money.

with a consistent flow of bags to the filling head.

The system provides speeds of up to 10 bags a minute and its small footprint means that the configured layout enabled installation in the space provided, without impairing the customer’s ability to fulfil production demands. Designed to accept sacks up to 950 mm in length, the bag placer comprises a suction cup vacuum system to pick up bags before being transported on a chain belt, then opened to allow paddle arms to present to the filling head in operation.

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As the initial product is granular, the company’s existing pump could not completely emulsify the particles consistently, leading to clumps in the liquid and the pump becoming blocked. Each time this happened, the pump needed to be stopped, dismantled, and cleaned before it could resume working on the batch.

This was costing money in downtime and manpower to fix as approximately 1-2 hours were lost in maintenance per production cycle.

After an initial consultation with one of Verder’s technical sales engineers, it was decided that a shear mixing pump was the best approach. The Packo SFP2 series pump was selected as the perfect choice for the process and a trial pump was provided to

Airedale Chemical for testing. This pump was a success and Airedale Chemical was happy with the outcome. “It’s been a huge success and I’m very pleased with how quiet and effective the pump has been,” says Airedale maintenance manager Craig Wilkinson.

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BOT-GRIPPER

BOTTLE HANDLING SOLUTION

• A pneumatically operated gripper

BRINGING PNEUMATICS AND VACUUM TOGETHER

• Inflates a nylon sleeve enabling it to grip any type of bottle

•Integrated level compensator to allow for varying bottle heights

• B uilt in check valve for quick release

• M aximum lifting weight: 15kg

• Lifting diameter for top of bottle: 18mm – 32mm

The new pump has met all criteria

The 25 kg bags can be filled into woven PP & paper bags or pre-made plastic bags

VMECA product specialist and UK agent for over 20 years. Vacuum challenges? Simmatic has the solutions.

Cartoners deliver the flexibility required for handling cosmetics

Flexibility is always key for contract manufacturers, and this was the reason behind Herrco Cosmetics’ decision to invest in cartoning equipment developed by UET and then supplied by Acer Machinery Solutions.

The company was faced with an ever-growing range of combinations and carton formats to handle product ranges in primary packaging such as tubes, bottles, pots and jars for customers.

To increase production, initial capital investment was in liquid filling lines, but the higher outputs demanded faster secondary packaging capabilities too.

This was not a simple procurement task as the wide range of carton formats included cartons with a fifth flap (eurohanger), feet, internal dividing sections and internal stands, which meant flexibility was the over-riding requirement. And this is when Derek Herrman, managing director of Herrco Cosmetics was introduced to the

UET Bernd Siebler’s adaptable range of cartoning machines.

Manufactured in Germany, these compact footprint machines with rotary starwheel, feature patented technology that enables customers to fully adjust the starwheel to accommodate different carton formats and sizes (within range) without needing multiple change parts.

“This quick and easy toolless changeover sees significantly reduced changeover times in under 30 minutes and are quicker for simpler adjustments,” says

Emma Ridgway, founder and director of Acer Machinery.

UET’s machines come in various configurations and, as they met the flexibility needs of Herrco Cosmetics, the company installed two different versions.

The first machine, called Compact 4, is configured to run with reverse tuck and aeroplane tuck cartons (with a replacement tool) –including those with inner dividing sections and feet features. Within the machine frame are two coding stations to print relevant data

on both lower and upper flaps. With some cartons seeing multiple product combinations, this additional loading station enables operators to streamline the operation without slowing down the machine. On the outfeed is an adjustable grouping table which groups cartons into the required counts for end of line handling.

The Compact 5 is the second installation, and with two additional stations, it enables fixed station positions to run reverse tuck cartons, aeroplane tuck cartons and cartons with a fifth flap (eurohanger), including those with special internal features. In addition, it has also been configured to run as a carton erector when needed.

As per the first machine, coding stations are found at both lower and upper flaps and with four loading stations and a grouping table, offers Herrco further flexibility in how it runs the machine.

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Herrco Cosmetics is meeting client needs for premium packed products

Pallet labelling proves to be a reliable option

The proven reliability and the low maintenance requirements of case and pallet labelling equipment from Logopak was the reason that Princes Gate Water sanctioned its latest installation at its Narberth, South Wales site.

Increased demand lead the company to invest in yet another high speed bottling and packaging line and Logopak was chosen as the supplier of the case and pallet labelling equipment due to the sites positive experience of Logopak labelling machinery over many years.

“Because our bottling plant is located in rural Pembrokeshire, it is vitally important that any equipment we install is reliable and low maintenance,” explains Peter

Moran, Princes Gate technical support manager. “Having used Logopak labelling equipment on site for over eight years, we have found that we very rarely required on-site support from their engineers due to the reliability of the machines; so choosing Logopak equipment for the new line was an easy decision.”

Logopak has installed a pair of ‘Body 1’ case labellers, which are supported above the twin lane pack conveyor by a bespoke portal frame. This portal frame allows the machines to be easily pulled to the operator’s side of the conveyor when consumable changes or any kind of maintenance are required.

After the packs have been automatically palletised and then stretch wrapped, the pallets then travel to the Logopak 920 pallet labeller, which automatically applies two SSCC pallet labels. Logopak’s bespoke Synchro software acts as a middleware between the pallet labeller and the customer’s ERP system, allowing for a simple and reliable data interface.

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A new vacuum system with the latest digital services is offering big savings

Chicken processor Emsland Frischgeflügel

GmbH is enjoying substantial savings on maintenance costs with a new vacuum system from Busch Vacuum Solutions as well as taking advantage of the benefits offered by the OTTO digital service.

The 36 MINK pumps fitted with OTTO send performance data such as pump temperature, vibrations, and inlet pressure to the cloud, which can then be accessed via PC, tablet or smartphone.

“Not only have we saved an unbelievable amount of time tending to the systems, but we have also saved 70% of maintenance costs,” explains technical manager Johannes Kohne.

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• Proven technology

• Sturdy robust design

• Quick and easy set up between size formats

• Supplied in either tape or hot melt application

• Various options available

• UK engineering support/install

The benefits have upgraded the German facility

“What’s more, thanks to the IE4 motors that drive the MINKs, around 274,500 kWh of energy can be saved in one year.”

The new project at Princes Gate Water, part of Nestlé, was a success

C1000/2000 case erector from Lantech

Lantech modular case erector capable of up to 30 erected cases per minute

Southern Manufacturing Review

Award-winning components meet a range of design needs

Elesa (UK) exhibited its diverse range of machine components at Southern Manufacturing and Electronics that are marketed to meet all design engineering needs.

Boasting over 60,000 product codes frequently used in production equipment, the range includes adjustable feet, castors, measuring and alignment elements, hinges, handles, indicators and much more. One range that has recently been expanded is industrial wheels, which now includes even more specialist options to meet a wider range of customer needs.

The range has been developed to respond to different sectors, from factory equipment to furniture, from the food industry to the medical, from the handling of heavy loads to ‘ESD protected’ environments.

ESD wheels offer maximum safety to the operator, allowing static electricity to discharge directly to the ground, thus avoiding static

shocks to the individual. They find applications in the textile as well as the packaging sectors.

Having a hands-on approach is a core ethic behind Elesa and to ensure the highest quality, the company has an internal testing laboratory with advanced equipment and measuring instruments to study the evolution of new plastics materials and develop products for demanding applications and markets. All standard products in the range are subjected

to mechanical, physical, chemical and also durability testing.

Visitors to its stand learned about a patented product designed by Elesa that was awarded the German Design Award 2023. Elesa identified machine change-over-time in production to be a key issue affecting the profitable operation of packaging lines, and so provided a solution to this problem by developing the DD52R-E-RF wireless indicator system.

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Advanced microscopy and measurement on show, both feature easy-to-use functionality

Specialist measurement and inspection systems company Keyence demonstrated its newly released VHX-7000N Digital microscope at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics. The advanced system is billed as offering the world’s first 4K resolution along with a range of observation features, meaning the device can deliver images rivalling that of an SEM.

Another product in the Keyence line-up is the IM Series instant measurement

Best of engineering at anniversary event

Companiesofferingthevery latestindesign,innovation, productiontechniquesand processeswereseenatthe 25thanniversaryeventofthe SouthernManufacturing& ElectronicsShow,thattook placeinFebruarythisyear. Here,wehighlightjustsome oftheproductsonshowfrom PPMAmembersattending thethree-dayexhibition

Dust extraction firm exhibits a range of its ‘cleaner’ options

Dustcontrol UK exhibited its collection of high-performance extraction equipment at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics, including both fixed and mobile cyclone-based dust extractors and air cleaners.

Visitors could see the DC Tromb 400, Dustcontrol’s most powerful single-phase dust extractor and the powerful DC 2900 range, which can be used for industrial vacuuming or on-tool dust extraction. Its suction casings make it particularly effective for dust-creating activities.

system. Engineered to reduce time spent on inspection, the system guarantees accurate, reliable and repeatable measurement for all types of small parts including PCBs, turned parts, fasteners, lead frames, and precision moulded or pressed parts. The two systems feature an intuitive interface and

easy-to-use functions.

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In addition, the range of DC AirCubes were exhibited at the event, which are designed as complimentary background air cleaners to at-source extraction, circulating clean air back into an area used for dust-creating activities and providing greater extraction efficiency.

Rounding off the equipment on display was the DC 1800 EX and DCF 60 pre-separator, along with a range of accessories including ATEX and suction cases.

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Elesa’s patented DD52R-E-RF wireless system won a German Design Award

Solutions offer a safer cable mark

Phoenix Contact showed products from its comprehensive marking portfolio for cable and conductor identification at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics as well as device and system identification for the demanding food and beverage industry. It was also running a fun Strip the Wire competition on its stand, with the three fastest times wining a crimping toolkit.

The Phoenix Contact markings are designed to remain legible, even during cleaning regimes, due to their high chemical resistance and the material not being affected. For rapid visual identification,

The machining centre on show

Mills CNC showcased an advanced high-speed machining centre at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics which proved popular with manufacturers looking to maintain their competitive edge.

The machining centre is a high-speed unit

the identification solutions are blue. This makes them stand out and to be noticed instinctively, as well as more quickly, says the company.

Another advantage of the products is their detectability. This enables them to be detected with a metal detector during final inspections.

Labels with a powerful adhesive system are available for devices and systems with textured surfaces. The chemical-resistant adhesive spreads better throughout the structure of the surfaces and produces high adhesive strength for permanent identifications.

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This SVM 4100 high-speed vertical machining centre made its UK debut on Mills’ stand at MACH 2022 and is designed to help manufacturers reduce part processing times, especially when machining aluminium alloys and for the light-duty machining of steel components.

With fast acceleration/ deceleration rates (0.72/0.6/ 0.6G on the machine’s X-, Y- and Z- axes), excellent tool-to-tool change over times (1.3 seconds) and boasting 36m/min rapids on all three axes, the SVM 4100 dramatically reduces noncutting times and, as a result, part cycle times too.

The machine’s speed (and power) is further enhanced by its 18.5kW/12,000rpm/ 95.5N-m directly connected BT 40 spindle which also features the Big Plus face and taper dual contact system, and an integrated thermal displacement correction system to ensure (and maintain) high accuracies even during long machining runs.

“The Southern Manufacturing Show is an ideal platform for us to demonstrate the productivity potential of our latest highspeed machining centre,” said Tony Dale, ceo of Mills CNC.

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The range of identification solutions from Phoenix Contact were on the stand

What you’ll find at interpack 2023

Options to meet sustaining goals

Some of the highlights on the Gerhard Schubert stand at interpack include cobots for the rapid feeding of different packaging components on a line, an extremely compact filling machine for cosmetic products and a new, efficient, resourcesaving feeding system for carton blanks.

interpack 2023 opens its doors on Thursday 4 May and runs until Wednesday 10 May and visitors to this fully booked event can expect to find about 2,700 companies from around the world.

Organisers say that no other industry trade fair can compare when it comes to representing the global market in its entire variety and scope with this show offering the packaging and related process industry the biggest international overview of the market. Getting lost is easy to do at the 18-hall event, and so the show features a custom concept based on the core target groups food,

beverages, confectionery and baked goods, pharmaceutical products, cosmetics, non-food and industrial goods.

A day ticket to the event is 65 € online and 75 € on-site, while a season ticket is 145 € online and 180 € on site. The show catalogue costs 35.00 €. As Messe Düsseldorf admission tickets no longer include free travel to and from events by public transport, visitors are also reminded that a ticket must be purchased for travel to and from Messe Düsseldorf.

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Beyond this, the company is gearing up to the challenges of the future – with a concept study for a new generation of machines, in combination with an all-new type of transport system. Together, the company believes the two promise to advance current packaging processes to the next level of automation, flexibility and efficiency. These technologies are complemented by a wide range of new services for more environmentally compatible packaging going forward.

Flexibility, efficiency and availability remain at the heart of the company’s robot-based modular technology. Through many

demonstrations, visitors to the stand will have an opportunity to see for themselves – live and in action – how Schubert combines its proven approach with forward-looking concepts for new packaging processes. Further details of these will be included in the review of interpack in our next issue.

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New filling technology will be revealed that is described as a world exclusive in terms of flexibility and space-savings

Cup and bucket filling machinery specialist Grunwald is inviting visitors to its interpack stand to discuss a new filling machine that has what it bills as a world exclusive in terms of flexibility and space-saving machine design. More details will be revealed at the event, but the latest developments on its range of linear and rotary machines capable of running from 2,000 to 50,000 units per hour can also be seen.

The company’s latest

technology which is rapidly replacing time consuming vacuum sealing.

Coupled with its machine quality, Grunwald offers an all-round lifecycle service, with local service support through its partner companies across the world.

“We pride ourselves in offering timely spares and service supply, supported

by our vast spare parts storage and our in-house parts manufacturing,” says Grunwald md James Causebrook.

A 4-lane ultra-clean UC inline machine, an electronically monitored cup filler with ultra-clean equipment that meets the highest hygiene standards and guarantees sterilisation rates of at least LOG 4, will also be demonstrated at the show.

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The interpack website can help visitors to navigate the 18-hall exhibition

Grunwald’s ultra-clean machine will be on show introductions include filling machines for the paint industry and gas flushing

The new cobot allows users to carry out format changes for themselves

Extensive flow wrapping range offers user benefits

Mobile manipulator supports flexible manufacturing aims

Omron is co-exhibiting with eight co-exhibitors on the Packaging Valley stand at interpack which will include industrial automation solutions for the packaging industry, as well as labelling, sorting, packaging machines and components.

Paramount Packaging Systems, the UK and Ireland’s exclusive distributor of Fuji’s horizontal flow wrapping equipment since 1993, will be demonstrating the Alpha 8 packaging series, alongside Fuji Machinery Japan on the stand at interpack.

The Alpha 8 range includes over 25 different models, all based on the latest in-house software and motion control system, which is driven by a fully industrial computercontrolled PLC. This can control up to nine direct

servo motors, with simple interfacing protocol to interface with upstream and downstream machinery.

Amongst the range are a 3 side seal, 4 side seal and a high speed box motion model, able to produce 400 hermetically sealed packs per minute, which the company says is the fastest box motion machine on the market today.

To complement the flow wrappers, there is a range of infeed and buffering systems to fully automate product collation and feeding, increasing speed/efficiencies while also reducing overall labour requirements.

“We’re excited to have such a large exhibition at interpack this year as Fuji’s range is a fantastic setup for those looking to implement labour-saving automation into their production facility,” says Aaron Bessell, the sales director at Paramount Packaging Systems. “Visitors can expect to experience the fastest flow wrapping machinery on the market today, alongside its user-friendly operation, quick changeover capability and minimal maintenance requirements.”

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The company will showcase its MoMa mobile manipulator, designed to support flexible manufacturing processes. The MoMa mobile manipulator is a compact, flexible and autonomous mobile platform, equipped with a robotic arm, sensors and control systems to offer customers a flexible and versatile solution to enhance their production processes, without the need for fixed installations.

“We believe that this innovative solution is an ideal solution to improve flexibility and agility packaging and manufacturing, helping customers to streamline and connect their production processes,” says Stuart Coulton, UK marketing manager at Omron. 1 6 D72-6

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A special vertical bagger designed for ultimate hygiene is joined by a new palletiser that helps answer labour issues

At interpack, BW Flexible Systems will be demonstrating its Hayssen vertical baggers along with Symach palletising equipment.

The Hayssen ISB, a highpressure washdown-capable vertical bagger, is the key piece of equipment at this year’s exhibition as its design is based entirely on customer feedback. The frame is an open-channel design with sloped surfaces and was built to have no more than one square-inch of

surface-to-surface contact between its components.

Leafy greens, including anything from lettuce to spinach and even salad kits, are among the products handled by the Hayssen ISB.

Meanwhile, visitors to the stand can meet the team of experts available on Symach palletisers as well as complete systems for bag filling and palletising combined.

Using the system, pallets are laid with no overhang and products are placed gently to ensure no damage.

The brand new 3500S palletiser will be launched on the stand during the event.

Automation options from BW Flexible are billed as delivering improvements in operational efficiency as well as effectively overcoming the challenges that come with current labour shortages.

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Paramount Packaging Systems will be on the Fuji Machinery Japan stand

The Hayssen ISB is an ultra-hygienic unit

An induction cap sealer launch

Group stand offers ‘one stop shop’ for industrial labelling

Logopak Systeme will be joining its colleagues from the wider Possehl Identification Solutions Group (PID) to jointly demonstrate the wide range of products and services it offers to its customers.

Eleven companies fall under the PID umbrella, including long established industry names such as Logopak, Novexx, Etipack, Eidos and Watermill. The benefit of having such a wide range of companies grouped together under the PID umbrella is that customers are offered a ‘one stop shop’ for all their industrial labelling requirements.

At interpack, the new ‘PID-Ware’ software package will be launched. This bundles data management and machine monitoring control for all PID hardware into one easy to use software system.

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First time exhibitor will show medical machines

This year will be Shawpak’s first interpack and the company will be showcasing four medical packaging machines as well as unveiling the benefits of its control systems switch over to Allen-Bradley.

The company believes that making the move to Allen Bradley has not only given several technology improvements, but it has also better served its customer base across Europe and North America. Implementing the new technology has also provided the company with the opportunity to standardise software. This, it says, was critical to sustain its continued growth and also increase its machinery orders.

Chris Scopes, engineering director at Shawpak has led the development starting with the Shawpak rotary thermoform machines in the summer of 2021. It has taken 18 months to completely implement the change which is now complete across the entire machinery range.

The German exhibition will see the launch of the company’s pouch and rigid blister machines with these new Allen-Bradley controls.

Shawpak will also show the rotary thermoform machines, the pouch machine and the newly launched rigid blister machine. This machine forms the blister, die cuts the outer profile and stacks them ready for use in production to give pharmaceutical and medical companies control

over their supply chains. “This machine gives customers the full flexibility in making their packaging on demand from roll stock rather than relying on their supply chain to deliver the packaging they require and keeping months of stock to ensure supply doesn’t run out,” explains Tony Crofts, sales and marketing director at Shawpak.

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The new rigid blister machine will make its debut

Conveyor and belting ranges offer users food safe benefits

Wire Belt will welcome visitors to its stand to see its range of products that are all designed to meet food safe and hygiene design guidelines.

The company will be showing its Flex-Turn conveyors which are designed to gently convey products around corners while maintaining product alignment along with its Ladder-Flex conveyors that allow product to be spread or converged while on the move. Completing the display will be the range of Straight conveyors that will include a pivot nose extension. This feature solves transfer problems between equipment and helps to integrate the conveyor with existing machinery in a factory.

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Wire Belt offers a range of solutions

These conveyors are designed for easy cleaning and also include clean-in-place capabilities to reduce production downtime.

Meanwhile, a selection of belting on display at interpack will be Flat-Flex conveyor belting, which promotes maximum flow through and is a proven solution for major processors; the Compact-Grid conveyor belting, which is engineered to offer superior support for small products, and Eye-Flex which is designed for heavy duty applications which require an extremely rugged and long-lasting belt.

Processes are efficient and also resource-saving across markets

At interpack, Multivac will be presenting itself as a supplier of integrated solutions for packaging and processing. It will be showing its comprehensive range of equipment and services for food, medical and pharmaceutical products over a total of four exhibition areas.

The focus will be on clever and sustainable processing and packaging solutions, as well as digital services that contribute to designing efficient and resource-saving production processes for customers.

The main stand will focus primarily on the food processing industry. Here the company will be showing several fully automated lines to demonstrate its line automation offer, as well as exhibiting a wide range of different packaging technologies. Concepts for producing sustainable packaging solutions will also

be featured, as will aspects of digitalisation in processes and business models.

In addition, the company will be giving an insight into its wide range of semiautomatic and fully automatic packaging solutions for small and medium-sized processors

– from chamber machines through to traysealers up to compact thermoforming packaging machines.

During the event, various processing solutions in live action can be seen on an open-air site (at the front of Hall 4). These will include

a new slicer, a portioning machine including product loading into trays, and a flow packer line for minced meat.

In Hall 3 (Stand C04) Fritsch will be presenting its solutions for dough sheet forming and processing. Through various live bakery shows, visitors can see how they can manufacture these products and delicacies on the machines or lines from the company. Here the focus will be primarily on creative product innovations as well as the use of alternative and healthy raw materials. Finally, Multivac will also be presenting in Hall 16 (Stand C57) a range of solutions for packing medical and pharmaceutical products. These will include a fully integrated line for the automated production and printing of combi packs in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors.

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LAC Logistics Automation’s partner InterSystem will be showcasing a range of its palletising products at interpack. LAC Logistics will join them on the stand to cement this valued partnership and outline its benefits to potential clients.

Ever-tougher customer demands have driven this new partnership between the Swedish palletising company and fast-growing UK integrator LAC who will bring InterSystem’s palletising

products to the UK market.

“Operations can be complex and demanding, that’s why customers need a blend of innovative and very reliable products, coupled with outstanding on-theground support,” explains Joe Metcalfe, sales director at LAC. “We have UK- based manufacturing capability, abundant experience in a wide variety of sectors, and a growing software team.

“This adds up to the perfect skillset to quote and specify

the right palletising solution and we will take responsibility

for the install, commissioning, and aftercare of systems within the UK,” he continues.

LAC has installed palletiser systems ranging from the manufacture and supply of single robot cells to complete production lines using multiple robots.

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A new partnership will see Swedish palletising products demonstrated with the help of its growing UK integrator

A range of technologies to handle meats, cheese, fish and fruits is on show

InterSystem shows optimised palletising options

Turnkey options meet today’s pack demands

Cama Group will use this year’s interpack to highlight how it has evolved over the last six years, with heavy investment in R&D which has helped to create high-technology packaging solutions to meet the needs of multiple industries.

Central to the company’s 500sq m stand is a turnkey robotised naked chocolate packaging line, which has been developed for a leading North American confectionery brand. And, says Cama, with just a quarter of the full 1,500 packs per minute line on the stand, visitors will get a real appreciation of the partnership between advanced mechanical design and a modern high-tech digital automation infrastructure. The resulting solution is capable of handling 14 different packaging formats, with rapid changeover between them.

Cama specialists will also be on hand to highlight the lines’s full Industry 4.0 architecture; quick RFID-managed part changeovers; comprehensive augmented reality (AR) capabilities for training, operation, maintenance & spares; and a line-supervision and data-collection

system for machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics.

Indeed, the company’s extensive AR capabilities will be the subject of a separate display area, where visitors can be taken on a journey through a wide variety of machines and packaging technologies installed all over the world.

Alongside Cama’s digital capabilities, it will also showcase equipment that handles an array of packaging styles, types and materials for industries across the food, beverage, home & health and petfood sectors. All shapes, all sizes, all counts, all flavours and all volumes. The company’s well-established FW case packer will also be on the stand.

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Smart technology can handle a range of latest sustainable packaging styles

Mespack will be exhibiting eight machines displaying a cross section of equipment from its portfolio of flexible pack options that are available in the UK through Acer Machinery Solutions.

The display includes an H180FE machine that is equipped with a corner spout applicator and that can also handle recyclable materials.

Sachet/stickpack/pouches

A new H640FEQ model will be shown, pick and place robots that count/collate upstream produced pouches, in preparation

for secondary packaging will also be on the stand, as will two models of Hydroforma Water soluble pod machines producing up to 2400 pods per minute. The Duplex premade pouch machine with rotary carousel technology, automatic adjustments and quick changeover will include additional features on the stand, while the compact 4 lane pharma stickpack machine integrated with a cartoning module will also be on show.

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The established FW 748 case packer will join new Cama equipment

New smart inspection options will deliver productivity gains

Mettler-Toledo will showcase smart solutions on its interpack stand which all help boost food manufacturing productivity as well as helping to combat rising manufacturing costs.

New product inspection solutions to be shown for the first time in Europe include the new X2 x-ray inspection platform and an entry-level X12 x-ray system, alongside a portfolio of inspection technologies integrated with ProdX data management software.

On the stand, there will be dedicated areas showing checkweighing, metal detection, x-ray inspection, vision inspection, track & trace and combination product inspection systems, in which more than one product inspection technology is integrated within a single frame.

Unveiled at the event is the X2 x-ray inspection platform which is designed

Smarter solutions will be on show

for the inspection of small and medium packages with a belt width of 300 mm and 400 mm. As part of the X2 platform, the X12 entry-level x-ray inspection solution will be displayed for the first time in Europe, as will the X32

x-ray system for high-level performance as well as the modular X32 x-ray system that provides users with a strong level of flexibility in how they configure their x-ray system.

On the metal detection side, Mettler-Toledo will show several machines, including the versatile M31R StandardLine, which is suitable for dry and wet applications and the M33R GC and M34R GC PlusLine metal detection systems for dry or deep frozen and wet or metallised film-packed products inspected via a conveyor.

A new vision inspection system – the V13 flat pack label inspection system –will be launched globally at the exhibition. This system performs inspection from the bottom up with a special line scan camera, to inspect labels on the underside of

flat packs at speeds of up to 300 packs per minute. Two new standardised combination systems will also be launched at interpack, integrating 100% label inspection with checkweighing and optionally also metal detection. These combination systems offer advanced quality control for all product shapes. Also available on the Mettler-Toledo stand are the advanced checkweighers featuring the new FlashCell EMFR technology, enabling precision weighing at speeds of up to 800 packs per minute, as well as Washdown checkweighers, designed for harsh production environments that support intense and frequent cleaning while offering users reliable accuracy.

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Automatic sachet machines offer high speeds and easy changeover

At interpack, Boato Pack will be showing a smaller version of its established range of sachet machines that offer benefits to co-packing businesses and medium sized factories.

The new Tornado EVO300C joins the EVO450/480 and EVO600 in the range that are all designed to offer flexibility, efficiency, reliability and also low maintenance.

This automatic high speed and flexible sachet machine is designed to fill liquid, powder, or solids at high capacity and allows easy format change where different sized packs are required.

The EVO300C is good for co-packers

Features include:

• A hardened/anodised aluminium frame and clear, easy-to-clean surfaces

• Easy reel loading using a standard pallet

• Active unwinder station (servo) with automatic film edge alignment and splicing table

• Coding and verification systems can be included

• Full servo motion of the various axes in the packaging process

• A reduced number of mechanical components for minimum maintenance.

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Full range of metal detection units will be demonstrated for attendees

The MDS team will be supporting Ceia at this year’s interpack, exhibiting a range of metal detecting equipment as well as discussing its new bespoke service contracts that guarantee customers speedy response times, scheduled calibration visits and 24/7 telephone support.

The stand will be showcasing the MS21 multispectrum technology which is ideal for the food industry and built to the latest higher level retailer codes of practice and BRC requirements. With both conveyorised and pipeline inspection systems on display, MDS will be on hand to discuss the best configuration for any UK customer’s specific products. The company will also be providing live demonstrations of the THS production software and IXC card showing real time event logging and data capture,

which is ideal for quality control. The MS21 multi spectrum metal detector can use multiple frequencies simultaneously, giving it an advantage over conventional multi frequency detectors which only use one of their available frequencies at any one time. In operation, this means the MS21 can deliver an improved sensitivity of up to half the test sample size of a conventional frequency metal detector.

“To put this into perspective, ½ the diameter is ⅛ the volume, giving the MS21 much greater ability to find

small irregularly shaped contaminants,” explains David Hale, sales & marketing director at MDS.

Ceia offers a full range of standard and bespoke conveyor systems to cover all food and pharmaceutical applications as well as food grade polyurethane and modular belt options with an array of reject options. These include the popular air blast reject and pusher reject, but also the company can design systems with overhead sweep, retracting band, drop and lift flaps plus side transfer rejects.

All systems are designed and manufactured in

accordance with the latest higher level supermarket codes of practice and come fitted with various interfaces to allow for connection to the production control system.

THS Production is an exclusive programme to CEIA machines and enables reports to be generated by customers. Facilitating THS production allows key people to view live alerts from each metal detector without having to go to the factory floor, and it can work for multiple machines at once allowing complete visibility.

Benefits include live fault alerts, email alerts for specific events and automatic generation and report printing if required.

Visitors to the stand can also discuss the THS/PL21 pipeline metal detectors which can be supplied as standalone systems with integrated reject devices, or as head only units. Meat, various pastes, liquids and slurry products can all be tested.

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A vertical cartoning machine based around a rotary size star wheel to allow for nearly toolless changeovers is on show

Manufacturers of compact cartoning machines UET will be exhibiting its Compact 5 machine which includes ten stations at interpack. This vertical cartoning machine is available in the UK from Acer Machinery Solutions and is based around UET’s patented rotary size star wheel Stella10, to enable operators to make nearly toolless changeovers, simply and easily, between different carton dimensions and formats without a number of change parts.

various carton formats including hotmelt, reverse tuck, aeroplane tuck and fifth flap cartons or a combination of these, for instance, hotmelt lower flap, tuck in upper flap with/without an additional glued flap.

Additional equipment such as automatic leaflet inserter/dispenser, label applicator, coding equipment (TT, Inkjet, Emboss, Laser), pharmacode check leaflet/box, multifunctional cameras, serialisation equipment

and grouping tables/tilt and turn devices on the outfeed for onward checkweigher/ labelling/tamper evident applicators is available.

The machine being exhibited in Düsseldorf features fixed stations to facilitate the running of reverse tuck cartons, cartons with a fifth eurohanger flap, aeroplane tuck flap cartons and has the functionality to be able to also run as a carton erector.

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With ten stations, the cartoner can be configured with fixed stations to run

UK visitors can discuss Ceia equipment with MDS

Acer Machinery is UK agent for UET

Blister packaging line offers a range of sustainability benefits

The new Unity 600 blister packaging line will feature on the Romaco Noack stand at interpack.

Designed to meet all the requirements of the pharmaceutical and nutraceuticals industry when it comes to flexibility, quality and performance, the technology is utilised for the primary packaging of solid products such as tablets, capsules and oblongs, and is also suitable for manufacturing sustainable packaging like paper blisters. This GMP compliant line offers excellent overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) due to short changeover times and good line clearance, says UK agent Pharma Machinery.

Visitors to the stand can find out more about the line, which is designed to offer the highest possible performance and process reliability while, for the first time, the monobloc’s special transfer unit enables blisters to be traced back to the primary packaging unit. The heart of this monobloc

is the transfer unit which is not only designed for much higher cycle numbers, but also provides more format flexibility as well as better traceability and energy efficiency.

All in all, the double-lane high speed line – comprised of a blister machine with rotary sealing and a continuous motion cartoner – achieves a maximum output of 600 blisters and 350 cartons per minute. With a maximum foil width of 304 mm, blister packs up to 145 mm long and 90 mm wide can be safely processed.

In operation, the newly developed stack transfer unit stacks the blisters from below and guides them safely from

all sides, ensuring ultra-stable processes that are gentle on the product. The blister stacks are subsequently positioned one behind the other in the cartoner’s bucket chain by so-called stack carriers. Only complete stacks are transferred to the cartoner.

For the first time, any compensation for gaps in the process is mapped in the software, so that good blisters no longer have to be held back. As a result, a manual blister top-up magazine can be dispensed. This highly automated transfer solution allows seamless tracking and tracing of blister packs from the product feeding unit onward.

The line has been designed in a way to dramatically reduce its carbon footprint both during its manufacture and later in operation. For instance, the line ships with an energy monitor that measures not only power and air consumption, but also the machine’s carbon dioxide emissions during production; its smart standby functions enable a reduction in base load without any negative impact on OEE and the insulated heating plates of the blister forming station restrict the amount of waste heat in the air-conditioned primary packaging room.

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On the blister line, the monobloc’s transfer unit enables blisters to be traced back to the primary packaging unit

Endload cartoner is now upgraded

This year’s interpack will see the launch of new, upgraded functionalities for Kliklok’s endload cartoner BEC.

The machine will display an optimised drive system, an HMI 4.0 for simpler digital service connectivity, a redesigned frame, and new controls. The cartoner targets mid-sized companies that seek to automate their cartoning processes. “The latest Kliklok BEC offers the benefits of our proven machine series combined with the latest technological advancements to meet the requirements of automated production processes,” explains Russell Morgan, technical sales director at Kliklok in Bristol. “We put special emphasis on process stability, easy line integration and maximum connectivity with Syntegon’s Digital Service Solutions.”

MID-SIZED COMPANIES

Syntegon says the new BEC endload cartoner provides valuable support to mid-sized companies that require reasonably priced and robust technologies that optimally support their production targets. As an entry-level machine, its recent upgrade includes servo motors instead

of mechanical drive technology which is a key requirement for stable processes.

“Switching to servo technology allows us to ideally synchronise different drive components, securing repeatable product placement,” says Morgan. “The more precisely products are placed into the cartons, the less rejects and downtime customers will face.”

REDESIGNED FRAME

As well as its upgraded drive technology, the BEC’s frame has been redesigned, reducing its footprint while still offering an accessible, operator friendly layout. Beckhoff controls in discrete CPU boxes allow for simple cabling without electrical cabinets, leading to a compact overall layout.

Meanwhile, with its HMI 4.0, the BEC supports optimal line integration while providing easy access to Syntegon’s Digital Service Solutions as a company develops. A full range of connectivity options and controls enables customers to easily connect the machine not only to a company’s higher-level system, but to integrate it with existing upstream and downstream equipment.

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Four bag styles can be produced on the latest compact bagmaker

At this year’s interpack, the PFM Group will be showcasing a cross section of its complete range of packaging machinery which includes flow wrappers, VFFS bagmakers, multihead weighers and horizontal pouch machinery.

Amongst the exhibits will be the new RQ550 Nano bagmaker, a machine that is capable of producing pillow, block bottom, Steelo (4 corner seals) and Doy style packs on the same machine. It incorporates all of the features of the R-Series plus the advantages of the interchangeable and removable quick release module (QRM) which enables format changes to take place in approximately three minutes.

In operation, the QRM sealing unit is simply pulled out of position and replaced with a second unit already equipped with all the necessary components for the next bag format to be produced. This simple

to operate system not only results in drastically reduced change over times, but it also delivers improved finished pack quality.

Additionally, the RQ550 Nano, as the name suggests, is an extremely compact machine which is perfect for environments where space is limited. The height of the machine from the ground to the top of the forming tube is only 1200 mm.

Meanwhile, users can

machine to the original.

On the stand, the RQ550 will be displayed with an MBP-14C3 multihead weigher complete with butterfly timing hopper, which PFM says is the perfect combination for low weight pack formats.

The PFM Group’s range of horizontal pouch machinery will be represented by the D400 EPT Duplex at interpack. The D400 is equipped with

an electronic pouch transport system with magnetic carriages which move independently of each other allowing multiple pouches to be filled simultaneously. It is designed for applications where the fill time is the limiting factor for the output speed.

Also on the stand will be the new MBP-12C4 multihead which is designed to accurately weigh fragile products. Its short drop height (only 40 mm) onto four belts, which then transports the product to a central discharge point, delivers gentle handling for the most delicate products.

Other exhibits from the PFM Group will include a complete primary and multipack bar line which includes a 3-cell robotic pick and place system, the latest generation Regola flow wrapper for primary packaging, a pack orientation system and a further Regola flow wrapper to complete the multipacks.

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Vacuum conveying and vacuum automation products will be demonstrated to visitors on the Piab stand at interpack

Piab is demonstrating products from its vacuum conveying division and its vacuum automation division on its stand at interpack.

The new piFLOW Batch Volume Optimisation (BVO) vacuum conveyor product series is the solution for moving powders, granules or small particles in a wide range of industries and the piFLOWt vacuum conveyor that transports tablets, capsules, granules and other fragile products without damaging

them are the latest options from the conveying division. Meanwhile, the cobot palletising tool, or CPT, on the

stand is a compact solution for palletising boxed-in products using cobots. Its multi-zone gripper surface enables irregular as well as multiple picks in one move. Demonstrations will show how easy it is to grab the boxes from the pallets before placing them on a roller conveyor prior to rolling them to the other side, where they are again gripped with the CPT and stacked on a pallet.

Piab’s piCOBOT L is a powerful vacuum pump

unit for maximum handling of a cobot’s/small robot’s capacity of up to 16 kg even in harsh environments.

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PFM will demonstrate the RQ550 Nano unit

The piCOBOT L will be on the stand

The piFLOWt will be demonstrated

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40 models across a range of pack solutions meet market challenges

The comprehensive range of equipment from packaging line specialist Ishida, which can help companies navigate the many challenges facing businesses today, will be showcased on its stand at interpack.

“Ishida’s team of packaging industry experts have been working closely with many customers across the world to ensure that together we can overcome challenges and make our automation solutions the foundation of lasting competitive advantage,” says Steve Jones, marketing director at Ishida Europe. “Our international team will be at interpack to discuss projects with visitors and provide solutions that are both flexible enough to overcome today’s challenges while ensuring businesses have a robust plan which considers the future.”

The event will mark the 130th year anniversary of Ishida and to mark the occasion, the company will be showing no fewer than 40 models from its extensive product portfolio, focusing on four areas of expertise: weighing technology, quality control solutions and ‘end to end’ packing line solutions to meet the specific needs of the fresh food and the snack food sectors.

Each of the four areas of the stand will also feature a brand-new Ishida development – the new CCW-AS multihead weigher (see Machinery Update eBulletin December 2022), IX-PD x-ray inspection system (see Machinery Update – January/ February issue), QX500 tray sealer and a first look at the company’s new complete snacks packing line solution.

This complete snacks packing line for pillow packs includes a 14-head multihead weigher and Inspira rotary bagmaker, together with a new TSC-AS seal tester and new ACP automatic case packer. The fully integrated snack food solution delivers maximum efficiency, reliability and flexibility, offering close-tozero giveaway, close-to-zero film waste and greater than 99% OEE, says the company. The system can handle up to 200 bags per minute for extruded snacks and up to 150 bags per minute for crisps.

Digitisation is a key theme at interpack and as well as highlighting individual machines, the Ishida stand will highlight the benefits of integrated solutions, demonstrating its ‘Sentinel’ Industry 4.0 software that combines machine performance monitoring with comprehensive data capture and in-depth analysis. In addition, the stand will feature a demonstration of Ishida’s Augmented Reality technology.

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A compact version of this traysealer – the QX500 – will be seen on the stand

The CCW-AS offers gains Flex-Turn® Conveyor / Ladder-Flex™ Conveyor / Straight Conveyor

Robot enhanced lines offer gains

Shemesh Automation’s robotics-enhanced packaging lines will take centre stage on its interpack stand this time.

On show will be the BuckItTKS25 automatic turnkey A-Z buckets line. Offering complete packaging for products in buckets, Shemesh says this ultra-low-downtime line offers manufacturers a competitive advantage as all machines are built by one machinery maker. The line is seamlessly integrated, easily controlled and all parts and services are offered by Shemesh.

BuckIt - TKS25 features a buckets denester with servocontrolled carousels for complete hands-free feeding, accurate gear pump filling, servo-driven lid denesting and buckets labelling with accurate orientation.

Meanwhile, the TKS-B100 turnkey multi-product line has been engineered to handle the entire household cleaning product packaging process – feeding, filling, capping, labelling, case packing and palletising of containers of most shapes and sizes. The line handles corrosive

liquids like bleach and also flammable materials at up to 100 ppm (packs per minute).

It features up to five ABB Delta robots: 1-2 on the product unscrambling station; 1-2 for accurate multi-capping and one for case packing – as well as an integrated advanced vision system.

“The message we really want to hammer home at interpack is that Shemesh has the ability to secure complete automated packaging lines from depalletising and feeding all the way to case packing and palletising, all made by one experienced machine maker.

“When you throw our integration of the robotics into the mix too, you can see we have plenty for customers to be excited about.”

Also demonstrated on the stand will be an Attilus continuous motion capper.

This 80 ppm capper utilises a robotic sorter based on a Delta Robot and an advanced vision system which sorts and orientates even the most complex screw, trigger and pump caps.

Shemesh is showing the BuckIt - TKS25 automatic turnkey A-Z buckets line

Retail ready case packaging is easy to load and presents well

At interpack, BluePrint Automation (BPA) will be showing visitors its Easy-D case, a retail-ready case that allows for easy shelf loading while delivering excellent shelf presentation.

As this case is top or sideloaded, product handling is much smoother. It also eliminates the need for shelf stackers to tear the front, as it has a pre-cut front flap. The case also includes a back wall to deliver increased product support.

When combined with BPA’s automated case packing equipment, the retail-ready case can be erected, packed and closed in a design that meets today’s retailer needs.

Retail-ready packaging is also secondary packaging and is designed to make it easier to stock retail shelves or store floors because the handling requirements are reduced to a minimum.

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Latest meat pump pipeline metal detector is an ultra-hygienic unit

At interpack, Fortress Technology will unveil how its ultra-hygienic in-line meat pump pipeline metal detector attaches to clippers and stuffers on sausage, pork, beef and poultry processing lines.

With meat processing compliance demanding the highest levels of sanitation, the new detector features an ultra-hygienic, food-safe Delrin removable plastic tube. Constructed with no metal ends, it is clear of crevices that could hide bacteria.

Also included are customised Delrin wrenches stored on the machine to loosen and tighten threads without damaging the pipe.

IP69K-rated and internationally compliant to meet EU and Germany’s Federal Health & Food Safety (BVL) requirements, the slimline machine is fitted to a mobile frame for fast attachment to meat stuffers and clippers. The machine also has a special rail mounted reject valve design

for fast removal of the pipe for cleaning and reassembly. Designed specifically for sausage and red meat and poultry burger applications, the shorter system length requires less space between meat processing machinery, including stuffers and clippers, than traditional pipeline metal detectors. Its mobile frame is easy to roll out, while a Clean in Place mode is also available. In less than three minutes, meat processing staff can blast high pressure water jets through the system, eliminating

bacteria and product residue to prevent cross contamination in industrial meat processing environments.

Not being fixed to ceilings or frames enables easy reconfiguration on upstream processing lines. And being a balanced system mitigates the risk of the machine tipping over when being manoeuvred around. To accommodate facilities with sloped floors, adjustable castors allow the pipe angles to be easily corrected.

For workforce safety, an extension pipe on the

reject output helps to prevent injury during cleaning and maintenance. Featuring ergonomic electric powered height adjustment controlled via the HMI, the unit, which is three foot in height and length also includes an automatic air dump when the valve is disassembled, as well as a visible stop pushbutton to halt production.

To save waste and also labour, there are two performance testing options. Halo automatically runs performance verification tests, challenging the centre of the pipeline metal detector aperture without the mess of inserting and retrieving test balls. The other optional manual testing process comprises a test ball insertion and retrieval kit to prevent contaminating meat products with the test samples.

The unit can also be used to inspect patés, broths, gravies and sauces, as well as soft viscous pet foods.

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Custom bulk material filling machinery for powders and granules in bags will join a compact FFS machine at show

Concetti, the Italian manufacturer of custom bulk material filling machinery for powders and granules in bags and big bags, will be showcasing its weighing, bagging and palletising solutions for the food and non-food industries.

On its stand, the theme of environmental sustainability will be addressed through the longer machine life offered, but also that of ecological packaging and energy

sustainability. On the packaging front, for example, Concetti has tested more ecological packaging on

its bagging systems, using fully recyclable or reducedthickness mono-materials to limit the use of raw materials without compromising on technical performance.

Also, Concetti will be showcasing its compact FFS-E, an automatic forming machine for bags in tubular polyethylene, made entirely of high grade stainless steel at the exhibition. This form, fill and seal bagging machine offers high output, sturdiness and ease

of cleaning, a characteristic that is particularly suited to fertilisers and corrosive products.

Easy access to the machine’s internal parts and the absence of product retention areas are key to its efficient maintenance. The bags formed on the FFS-E are also compact and squared, ensuring stable pallets and the safety of both goods and factory workers.

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The pipleline machine can be easily attached to meat stuffers and clippers

Coding and marking options will support visitors’ ‘journey to zero’

At interpack, Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) will demonstrate solutions aimed at helping manufacturers embrace sustainable manufacturing that’s good for the environment, society, and also business profitability. For Domino, environmental sustainability and productivity need not be mutually exclusive as it says there is a profitable pathway on the ‘journey to zero’.

Targeting ‘zero’ – zero coding errors, zero product waste, zero unplanned downtime – is intrinsic to sustainable manufacturing. These hidden wastes are often underappreciated when setting sustainability targets, but with ongoing pressures to reduce energy usage and carbon emissions, any additional contribution resulting from processes that do not add value to a business is problematic.

“To be sustainable, manufacturers need to optimise processes to

maximise the quantity of sellable products continuing through the supply chain,” says Adem Kulauzovic, director of automation at Domino. “Putting effort and energy into inefficient processes is unsustainable from both a business and an environmental perspective.

“Our solutions are designed to reduce errors, minimise waste, and avoid unplanned downtime, so manufacturers can maximise productivity and invest more time

in the next step of their sustainability journey.”

On the stand at interpack, Domino will demonstrate a range of complementary solutions aimed at reducing waste, while protecting end consumers, and also brand value. This will include advanced coding automation software to reduce reliance on error-prone manual tasks, cloud-based solutions for remote performance monitoring, external vision systems for simplified code

inspection, and flexible finance options to allow manufacturers to adopt new technology solutions today without capital investment.

Visitors to the stand can also use an interactive waste identification and calculation App to help understand the hidden causes, and costs, of waste in their own production environment.

In addition, Domino will showcase how it works with packaging manufacturers to optimise coding and marking solutions for new, sustainable packaging materials, to help mitigate the risks for manufacturers in their ‘journey to zero’. Domino’s specialists will be on hand to discuss customer-specific requirements and deliver hands-on demonstrations showing the latest developments for printing on paper, plastics, metal, and a whole range of new and improved substrates.

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A new intelligent motion feeder will join a cartoning range that improves efficiency and flexibility to increase profits

Bradman Lake will debut the newly developed high speed IMF intelligent motion feeder at interpack, a machine that is specifically designed to meet the challenges of today’s packaging industry by improving efficiency and flexibility to increase profitability for users.

The IMF will automatically feed products into the FT120 flow wrapper before the wrapped products enter the DRT dual racetrack robotic toploader, which will pick

and place products into cartons formed and glued on the HSS high speed servo driven carton former. Filled cartons will then transfer to the IL120 carton closer to be sealed using hot melt adhesive, demonstrating a flexible and modular top load cartoning approach.

For the side load approach, the company will display the well-established SL903 end

load cartoner that erects, loads, and closes cartons within one frame. Both lines can be easily integrated with one of the company’s case packers and palletisers for a complete packaging system –From Process to Pallet – which, says Bradman Lake, makes it the obvious one stop shop.

HALL 5 STAND C22

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Solutions aimed at reducing waste while protecting brands will be shown

Bradman Lake’s SL903 end load cartoner will be on show

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Group exhibits meet a range of end of line packaging demands

The Aetna Group, which is made up of Robopac, OCME, Meypack and Sotemapack, will be demonstrating its latest developments on its interpack stand that covers over 750sq m.

On the stand will be a highperformance automated end of line option consisting of the Genesis Thunder ultra-highspeed wrapping machine. This unit delivers a production output of over 200 pallets per hour, and includes the new ARC device for automatic changeover of the wrapping reel. This is complemented by the LGV Auriga shuttle, the flagship model of the OCME laser-guided vehicles

range for integrated logistics management and control.

Meanwhile, the efficiency of machinery from Robopac will be demonstrated via a compact, fully automated packaging and logistics line for petfood products. This line starts with the Superbox 8 HD, which automatically forms cardboard boxes, followed by the Cobopac Pick&Place system that fills the boxes before the Robotape 50 CF taping machine seals the box.

For the final stages of palletising, stabilising and internal handling, Cobopac Pal, the Integra NN natural navigation vehicle, and the Rototech CW 708 PVS stretch wrapper, which is designed to handle unstable products, will form part of this line.

Two versions of the Robot S7, the latest-generation self-propelled packaging machine, will be on the stand. One is equipped

with all the options including R-Connect, a feature that allows the machine to be constantly monitored and thus enables production performance to be optimised; and the other is equipped with the Stop&Go function.

A dedicated area to green technologies on the stand is composed of two key solutions for the sector: ReCYCLE is the machine for compacting and reducing the volume of packaging waste materials by up to 70%, and the new PW wrapper, is a rotary table for product packaging that

uses paper as the pallet wrapping material.

As far as further secondary packaging is concerned, three technologies will be on show: Meypack,’s wraparound case packer for coffee capsules; the WA20 from Sotemapack for packaging food trays and a Meypack unit to pack boxes of frozen products in stretch film.

Traditional and robotic palletising technologies under the OCME brand will complete the exhibit in Düsseldorf.

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Visitors will learn how to design, operate, maintain, and protect their businesses through

the Connected Enterprise

At interpack, Rockwell Automation will showcase how it meets the diverse and demanding needs of original equipment manufacturers, and also show end-users how to improve productivity.

Key products on display include interactive Emulate3D dynamic digital twin software for virtual commissioning, edge-to-cloud flexible manufacturing solutions and Fiix, a cloud-based, AI-powered computerised maintenance management

Latest automation options on show system (CMMS). Rockwell will also be showcasing the new ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drives, which provide users with a scalable drive solution that helps deliver

leaner, greener, and more powerful machines, and MagneMotion technology, a smart transport system designed to move light loads quickly and efficiently.

Rockwell says that its comprehensive portfolio on display enables customers to identify opportunities and achieve business goals by harnessing the combined power of intelligent devices and software across their value chain, which provides smarter, sustainable, and

safer connected solutions.

Accompanying Rockwell Automation on the stand will be SN Maschinenbau, a German machine builder that makes high-speed pouch packing machines utilising Rockwell Automation’s iTRAK, a modular scalable linear motion system for packaging and material handling; as well as Kezzler, a cloud-based product digitisation and traceability platform.

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Visitors will see OCME’s new LGV Auriga shuttle

Paper is the pallet wrapping material on the new PW wrapper on the stand

Hall 14, Stand A40, Düsseldorf, Germany, 4th - 10th May

Arefurbished, electronic, noncontact filling system from AVE UK has quadrupled capacity for sports water manufacturer WOW HYDRATE.

Now able to produce 8,000 bottles per hour (bph) –up from its original 2,000 –the Unibloc rinser/filler/capper system has also allowed the brand to reshore production of its full range of sports drinks to the UK, reducing its carbon footprint, cutting transport costs from Europe and alleviating supply chain issues. In addition, it has helped to reduce the production cost per bottle by 20%.

As demand began to grow, founder and ceo Neil Young needed to increase capacity and also replace the original unique self-dispensing bottle comprising a novelty push cap with a dosing system that was made in Austria, filled in Italy, and then shipped to the UK. And after contacting AVE UK’s sales director Steve Bradley, an electronic filling system, which uses electronic flow meters to fill to a volume rather than a level was recommended.

“Suitable for a range of bottle and cap sizes, including the 38 mm flip sports cap that Young was keen to switch to, the AVE Unibloc EFS rinser/ filler/capper system employs a far more accurate method of dosing and results in a more consistent end product, as well as producing less wastage,” says Bradley.

Young then purchased a refurbished Unibloc rather

Delivering client gains

Several PPMA members across a range of technologies are offering equipment to deliver customer advantages

than order a new machine to take advantage of a lead time of just six weeks. There were also substantial cost savings; while switching to the AVE Unibloc has proved

to be a seamless transition.

Meanwhile, OeTTINGER Brewery fills about two billion bottles and cans with about eight million hectolitres of beer, beer mix drinks and soft drinks every year. And to meet its sustainability aims, Weima Puehler drainage presses have been installed across a number of sites to suit two applications: label disposal and the dewatering and recycling of any reject stock from the production line.

Reusable glass bottles are returned to OeTTINGER after use, with the labels removed and the bottles washed. Using several hydraulic

A-Series label presses, returned glass bottles are integrated into the bottle washer line for label disposal.

Compacting and dewatering wet label residue significantly reduces the volume of waste and transportation costs.

The lye produced during the cleaning process is separated from the almost dry bottle labels and correctly disposed of. The unit compacts the labels into round pucks, where the resulting material is then considered as pure paper waste.

In terms of beverage cans, prior to the installation of the presses – that are available

For WOW HYRDRATE, switching to the AVE Unibloc was a seamless transition that has delivered a host of benefits

Can recycling at the German brewery is carried out on the G Series presses

in the UK through Fercell Engineering – any rejected beverage cans were only dewatered and partially compacted, which made cost savings of the process difficult to measure. Now, the Weima Puehler produces compact pucks with a diameter of 200 mm, from which the aluminium cans can be returned to the raw material cycle with partner firms.

At the same time, Piab has devised a depalletising solution for a UK-based drinks company when it began scaling up its production. It identified the need to improve the depalletising of empty drinks cans, ready to be filled, and the solution proposed by Piab was a Kenos vacuum gripping system, custom-designed to handle multiple sizes of drinks cans, as well as the interlayer and also the pallet.

A foam that allows cans and jars to be picked without breakages or implosion was specified, in a hole pattern that could pick cans ranging from 150 ml to 500 ml in capacity. Retractable suction cups were included to allow the interlayer to be picked when required and for depositing separately to the cans.

The pallet can also be lifted, to allow another to be placed ready for emptying.

To ensure that the end of arm tool could handle every task, Piab trialled several options to test their suitability with all the cans and tested the whole unit with a full sample pallet of every size prior to installation.

Finally, Penrhos Spirits has purchased a single-head standalone, fully pneumatic

piston filler from Autopack which is operated by a foot pedal and fed directly from an IBC. “We have found the machine meets

all our expectations and we will continue to work with Autopack on future automation projects,” says Penrhos Spirits

Intelligent identification and traceability solutions

Innovative coding systems to drive line efficiency, supply chain digitalization and consumer engagement

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founder Charlie Tuner.

Gripping systems are Piab supplied

Feature: Drinks

Evolution Bottling & Packaging Solutions worked with Logics & Controls to supply the Logilook HP advanced camera inspection system to Islay-based spirits producer Bruichladdich, part of the Remy Cointreau group, which has proved so successful, that a second has been ordered for the company’s Botanist brand line.

Installed and commissioned by Evolution BPS’s UK based engineers, the machine is inspecting the bottle dressing on the company’s malt line and is complemented by a Logisort unit with diverter to provide gentle movement of any rejected bottles. It can operate up to 12,000 bottles per hour (bph).

“Due to the remote geographical location of Bruichladdich Distillery, and as producers of premium spirits, we need to be sure the equipment we use is reliable and that we have the technical support should we need it,” explains Jonathan Carmichael, bottling operations manager at Bruichladdich. “The Logilook system installed recently gives us that peace of mind and the professionalism of Evolution BPS during the whole process of ordering through to the install was exemplary.

“We have just placed an order for a second one.”

Logics & Controls offers a range of systems that are suitable for inspection at every stage of the production line starting from empty container inspection, the fill level check, correct closure check, label application inspection, up to checking the weight of a carton.

Logilook is billed as the only system which can fully inspect label quality using a single camera, and that is not dependent on the bottle’s orientation, therefore contemporaneously acquiring the complete bottle exterior in a single image.

Checking for bottle angles

Evolution BPS used Logilook as the best option for inspecting the bottles as a single image is all that is required to check label quality

This technology, which can operate on lines up to 36,000 bph, eliminates the common problem of merging multiple images, to capture all the required detail in a single clear image. This system confirms label presence, orientation, relative positions to each other and to bottle embossing. Furthermore, it will locate and read bar codes, lot codes, label codes, and other graphical markings, printed in both ink jet and laser down to minute scale.

Writing, images, and also backgrounds of different colours or tonalities can also be verified

precisely, says Evolution BPS. These systems are also adaptable to the specific requirements of each user and have precision levels that consistently exceed customers’ expectations while bespoke checks dedicated to customers’ specific needs can also be designed and developed. The Logics & Controls range is user friendly and easy to operate, but where support is needed, Evolution BPS can deliver technical back up from its UK based team of engineers. Users also have access to Logics & Controls’ online support which offers immediate technical advice whenever needed.

All the inspection systems can be stand-alone systems and can operate either soft push ejection devices or progressive diverters for gentle movement of the container.

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Bottling has some unique needs that traditional standard cameras only partially solve

Evolution BPS is using advanced cameras for lines

What drinks makers want

Drinks makers’ need for diversity is matched with meeting all standards

Garry Lewis, market development manager – food, beverage & commodities at Omron, shares four trends in bottling and capping machinery.

1. Seeking better equipment that speeds up the changeover process

When the number of SKUs is constantly growing, it’s more crucial than ever to keep the changeover process short and sweet. For this reason, many manufacturers are looking to invest in machines that require little to no fine-tuning post-changeover.

2. Investing in modular technologies that enhance flexibility

Flexible manufacturing is essential for companies that produce many different products in varying combinations. Beverage packaging companies need equipment that can dynamically switch between container and cap sizes and apply the correct labels to various items. A go-to solution

for this operating need is to use a collaborative robot.

3. Implementing a more robust traceability system

One of the main things mandated by beverage regulation is traceability, the breadth and scope of which has expanded significantly over the years along with advances in technology. Today, Traceability 4.0, is not just about tracking products throughout the supply chain but is also delivering to beverage manufacturers optimised productivity, quality and brand reputation within the manufacturing operation by tying product to process parameters.

4. Building complete liquid filling and capping solutions from a single automation supplier

End users are now seeking to buy complete packaging lines with multiple functions from a single source, to alleviate issues and reduce the risk of downtime later in the machine’s life.

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Traceability 4.0 is delivering productivity, quality and also brand reputation

According to Russell Wiseman, head of global beverage

solutions at Domino Printing Sciences with beverage brands under pressure to increase recycling rates, there is growing interest in labelless PET bottles that reduce plastics waste and improve recyclability.

“There are many benefits to labelless PET, but such solutions can also pose challenges, including adhering to regulatory labelling requirements and providing necessary information for consumers,” he says. “These are challenges that require creative solutions developed alongside beverage brands and considering regional labelling requirements and individual brand specifications.”

For drinks bottles sold in multipacks, it may be possible to include compulsory labelling on secondary packaging, removing the need for coding on individual bottles, but bottles sold individually are a more challenging proposition.

Lasers can be used to mark directly onto PET bottles, with product data such as ingredients, batch codes, and other graphics and text. The suitability of different laser types will depend on individual brand parameters.

It is also possible to print directly on bottle caps, this can be done alongside laser coding to provide complementary text, graphics, or scannable codes for point-of-sale and consumer-facing applications.

“Domino is currently working with several leading beverage brands to develop bespoke solutions for labelless PET bottles incorporating technologies from Domino’s range of laser, and high-definition ink coding systems,” explains Wiseman.

New options bring benefit

While facing consumer pressure on its packaging, the drinks sector still has to make its products effectively

Moving on to contamination issues affecting automation performance, Rollon says its selection of highly protected linear actuators can prove to be invaluable.

When things move from A to B along a linear path,

face some tough challenges, mainly due to contamination ingress and the resulting corrosion. Both impact performance, increase downtime and cost money.

PLUS System family are the ROBOT, with a double rail for heavier loads, and the SC, for vertical movement.

it’s usually with rails or an actuator. But in the typical beverage sector, these parts

But, says Tim Prinsloo, technical sales engineer in the UK for Rollon, the PLUS system range provides maximum protection, even in the harshest environments. Here, a polyurethane band fully encloses a belt driven actuator and all its components. The ELM series actuator within this PLUS family can also be positively pressurised, and 0.7 Bar is more than enough to force the lipped band against the actuator profile to create an excellent seal.

The other two series in the

All PLUS system linear actuators are available in an anti-corrosion version, with treated aluminium and stainless-steel components. These features ensure high resistance to corrosion, which is essential for the beverage sector. Lubrication with food-grade grease and FDA-specific belts are also offered by Rollon.

“The simplicity of the design, with ease of maintenance always in mind, has been perfected over decades,” says Prinsloo. “Years of industry experience dealing with contamination and corrosion is packaged

Solutions for labelless PET bottles can pose challenges, including adhering to any regulatory labelling requirements

into a compact ready-to-use solution.”

Rollon also offers free technical support from its application engineers, including an application sizing service, to allow designers to focus on the essence of their projects.

Meanwhile, Schubert & Salzer Control Systems has introduced a new series of aseptic and sliding gate valves to meet the stringent requirements made on valves in the food processing sector. With the EHEDG-certified 6051 aseptic right-angle valve and the new 3A-compliant 6052 hygienic right angle valve, the company offers high-precision control valves and reliable shut off valves for numerous processes in the food and beverage industry.

Both sanitary valves can be executed as a shut off or control valve.

VALVE IS 3A-COMPLIANT

Characteristic of the 6051 aseptic right-angle valves and the new 6052 hygienic right angle valve, which is now 3A-compliant, is their ability to be cleaned for use in the beverage technology sector, for example in dairies. This enables, above all, an optimal flow behaviour and a valve body made of pore-free stainless steel bar stock material with minimal roughness.

A PTFE-coated diaphragm separates the process chamber and the valve actuator and is also completely resistant to the high temperatures encountered in SIP or CIP processes.

With the UK demand for vitamin shot drinks soaring, Holmach and UHDE High Pressure Technologies are shedding the spotlight on high pressure processing (HPP) as best practice for the manufacture of these wellness shots.

Heat based processing isn’t suitable for vitamin shots due to the risk of cooking and/or

thermal destruction of enzymes or vitamins, but HPP as an alternative is a cold based preservation technique. During this

process, shots are treated in their final sealed packaging which means there’s no risk of contamination and no need for aseptic

processing solutions.

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A 3D laser profile scanner delivers accuracy for client

QSigma GmbH, a supplier of optical measurement solutions for industrial applications, has chosen 3D laser profile scanners from Micro-Epsilon for use on its Spring Measurement Solution (SMS), a measurement system for precise 3D measurement of coil springs and other manufactured components.

The SMS is used, for example, in the development of spring prototypes and for 100% inspection of series produced parts. It automatically identifies the spring, evaluates the wire contour and determines the wire diameter, even if the spring geometry is subject to strong fluctuations. For comparative evaluations, an automatic centreline determination is performed. The resulting data can then be analysed and compared with a stored target geometry. Non-contact sensors from MicroEpsilon are used in these high precision measurement tasks.

To achieve maximum accuracy, the sensors are optimally positioned using algorithms developed by QSigma.

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New service helps users find most efficient drives

Nord Drivesystems has introduced the Nord Eco service to help companies to optimise the energy savings potential hidden in their electric drives usage by finding the most efficient drive solution for an application.

“The first step is the comprehensive collection of measurement values,” explains Jörg Niermann, head of marketing at Nord. “For this purpose, the so-called Nord Eco Box, a mobile inverter cabinet, is connected between the motor and the power supply. The box consists of an energy measuring device with data logger function, current transformer and cable connections.

Over a period of about two weeks, the box records data in real time about permanent loads, load peaks and irregular conditions. Once the survey is completed, the results are uploaded to software developed by the company that automatically evaluates the data. Nord offers

This service is open to Nord and third-party components

this service for systems with both its own and third-party components.

“The measurements over time make it possible to create a load cycle for the system,” explains Niermann. “This shows whether a system’s dimensioning corresponds to the requirements of the respective application.

“We often see drive systems that are oversized for the corresponding application,” he says.

If a system is driven with the drive recommended by Nord, the company offers to carry out a remeasurement. As part of a TCO analysis (Total Cost of Ownership), the most cost- and energy- efficient solution can then be determined. For large systems with several drives, such as in intralogistics, the analysis with the Eco service can significantly reduce the number of different drive systems. This helps to minimise administrative costs and streamlines production, logistics, storage and service processes.

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KEB’s range of drive controllers and servo drives are now certified to communicate via fieldbus protocol PROFIsafe

The Combivert F6 range of drive controllers and the Combivert S6 range of servo drives from KEB Automation, which offer integrated safety functions directly in the drive, are now certified to communicate via the safe fieldbus protocol PROFIsafe.

In the ‘Application’ device variants of the F6 and S6 ranges, Ethernet-based bus systems are switchable via software and therefore enable a flexible fieldbus connection to the superimposed control

level, for example, via PROFInet. Communication via PROFIsafe has now been integrated and certified in these units which reduces the amount of wiring required in the application.

Functionally safe system solutions for plant equipment and machinery are based on a consistent architecture right down to the mechanical interface. This results in potential savings in terms of space, time and costs, as well as expanded possibilities

in application. Certified hardware and software are used to simply project planning and development of applications with safety solutions. Consistent and safe communication facilitates commissioning as well as the operation of machines and systems.

KEB’s range has achieved the new certification

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Level

LW sensors from ifm provide:

• 80 GHz frequency enabling level measurement with millimeter precision up to 10 meters

• Non-contact measuring principle: no failures due to deposits or wear

• Certified for use in hygienic areas

• Simple installation and maintenance-free operation

• Remote sensor parameter setting and level monitoring via IO-Link

Who What Where

Who’s done what and gone where...

EHEDG

Bytronic Vision

GIC

Hein

Timmerman, who is the global sector specialist diary & processing foods at Diversey, has been appointed as the new president of the EHEDG (European Hygienic Engineering & Design Group). Hein has a long history of volunteer work within the organisation including chair of the product portfolio sub-committee and the clean in place working group.

BW Integrated Systems

Daniela Israel has joined the executive leadership team at BW Integrated Systems as vice president, market strategy to ensure the continuous alignment of the company’s solutions with the ever-changing needs of customers across various markets. She brings 15-plus years of strategic marketing experience to her new role.

Herrmann Ultraschall

Thomas Bernard brings 25 years of software and IT experience to his new role at Herrmann Ultraschall as its new chief digital officer, responsible for driving the digitalisation of processes and products.

Minebea Intec

Manina Kettler has been promoted from financial controller to chief financial officer at Minebea Intec, responsible for accounting, controlling treasury, IT and admin.

Iain Clowery has joined Bytronic Vision Intelligence as technical manager specialising in vision and ID after a career in vision engineering spanning almost 30 years. For instance, during two decades at Cognex, he helped develop the software that powers the cameras and imaging software now used by many of the world’s largest companies. In his new role, he will work with manufacturing customers, building vision projects to help improve productivity and speed up moves towards smarter factory automation.

Accraply

Simon Farrow has joined Accraply Labelling & Sleeving Solutions as its new regional sales executive serving clients throughout the South of the UK and Ireland. He brings over 30 years of experience in testing, developing and providing capital equipment solutions designed and engineered to facilitate growth and operational improvements.

IDEM Safety Switches

GIC and Stourgarden celebrated 21 years of working together in February, in which time this leading supplier of onions has seen demand grow by over 500%. In 2002, GIC was approached for a vertical form, fill and seal packaging machine to serve Stourgarden’s single packing line producing 45 tonnes of product per week. Today, its range of GIC machines handles volumes of more than one million packs per week.

KM Packaging

Tammy Spencer has been appointed as business unit manager (ANZ) based on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia for KM Packaging’s new Australian business that has been set up to support further international development.

Diary Dates

26 – 28 SEPTEMBER

PPMA Show 2023

NEC, Birmingham

www.ppmashow.co.uk

23 – 25 APRIL

Prosweets 2023

Cologne, Germany

www.prosweets.com

24 – 26 APRIL

Foodex Manufacturing Solutions

NEC, Birmingham

www.foodex.co.uk

25 – 26 APRIL

Professional Communication Skills for Service Engineers

PPMA HQ, Surrey

E: Eventsandtraining@ppma.co.uk

4 – 10 MAY

interpack 2023

Düsseldorf, Germany

www.interpack.com

14 – 15 JUNE

Cosmetic Business

Munich, Germany www.cosmetic-business.com

14 – 17 JUNE

PROPAK ASIA 2023

Bangkok, Thailand www.propakasia.com

20 – 21 JUNE

Machine Vision Conference

CBS Arena, Coventry www.machinevisionconference.co.uk

20 – 21 JUNE

Automation UK

In January, accompanied by the Mayor of Bolton and The Deputy Mayor of Wigan, His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant for Greater Manchester Diane Hawkins LL JP LLB presented the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade to Medi Mohtasham, founder and managing director of IDEM Safety Switches. The company places an emphasis on research and new design development to ensure machine and conveyor safety for customers.

CBS Arena, Coventry www.automation-uk.co.uk

17 – 19 AUGUST

PROPAK INDIA 2023

Mumbai, India www.propakindia.com

MACHINERY FINDER

BAKERY PROCESS EQUIPMENT

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP

T: +44 1733 283000 E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

Reiser UK Ltd

E: sales@rileyautomation.com

T: 01332 275850 www.rileyautomation.com

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

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Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

Riggs Autopack Ltd

Nelson, Lancs BB9 0HU

T: 01282 440040

E: info@riggsautopack.co.uk

FOOD PROCESSING EQUIPMENT

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

Hampshire RG24 7NG T: +44 (0)1256 474 547

Greywell Road, Mapledurwell, Unit 2, Hatch Industrial Park, E: enquiries@farleygreene.com

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

BAKING

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

BISCUIT PROCESSING EQUIPMENT

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP

T: +44 1733 283000 E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

BLENDING

CONFECTIONERY PROCESS EQUIPMENT

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP

T: +44 1733 283000 E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

CONVEYORS

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

T: +44 (0)1260 272894 E: sales@jrboone.com www.jrboone.com

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

BOWL CHOPPER

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

BREAKFAST CEREAL

PROCESS EQUIPMENT

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP

T: +44 1733 283000 E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

BULK PRODUCT HANDLING SYSTEMS

Coperion K-Tron GB

4 Acorn Business Park, Stockport, Cheshire, SK4 1AS

T: 0161 209 4810

E: ckb@coperionktron.com www.coperion.com

Grote Company Wrexham, LL13 7YP www.grotecompany.com

E: sales@grotecompany.com

T: 01978 362243 F: 01978 362255

piab

Oaks Ind. Est., Festival Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XN

T: 01509 857010 F: 01509 857011

E: info-uk@piab.com www.piab.com

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

CONVEYORS – UV

JenAct

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: jenact@jenton.co.uk www.jenact.co.uk

DAIRY EQUIPMENT

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

T: 01484 715111

E: info@yps.co.uk

W: www.yps.co.uk Prince of Wales Works, Armytage Road, Brighouse, West Yorkshire HD6 1QF

DESPOSITORS LIQUIDS/SOLIDS

www.riggsautopack.co.uk

SP Filling Systems Ltd

Unit 28, Ddole Industrial Estate, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6DF

T: 01597 824918 F: 01597 822553

E: sales@sp-filling.co.uk www.sp-filling.co.uk

DRUM EMPTYING

T: 01202 307700 E: info@packline.co.uk www.packline.co.uk

TAWI UK

Unit G, Pentagon Park, Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW

T: 01604 591120

E: eh.uk.sales@piab.com www.tawi.com

DRUM FILLING

Adelphi Group

Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

DRUM HANDLING

T: 01202 307700 E: info@packline.co.uk www.packline.co.uk

EXTRUSION

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP

T: +44 1733 283000 E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

FILLING MACHINES: LIQUID

Adelphi Group Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

Autopack Ltd

Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk www.auto-pack.co.uk

Karmelle Ltd

Unit 17, Queens Mill Industrial Estate, Queens Mill Lane, Huddersfield HD1 3RR

T: 01484 533356

E: Karmelle@gmail.com www.karmelle.com

Riggs Autopack Ltd

Nelson, Lancs BB9 0HU

T: 01282 440040

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP Hampshire RG24 7NG T: +44 (0)1256 474 547

T: +44 1733 283000 E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

Greywell Road, Mapledurwell, Unit 2, Hatch Industrial Park, E: enquiries@farleygreene.com

Grote Company Wrexham, LL13 7YP www.grotecompany.com

E: sales@grotecompany.com

T: 01978 362243 F: 01978 362255

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

Riggs Autopack Ltd

Nelson, Lancs BB9 0HU

T: 01282 440040

E: info@riggsautopack.co.uk

www.riggsautopack.co.uk

T: 01252 510565 E: sales@ukinspectionsystems.com www.ukinspectionsystems.com

FOREIGN BODY DETECTION

T: 01252 510565 E: sales@ukinspectionsystems.com www.ukinspectionsystems.com

HEAT EXCHANGERS

ProXES UK & Ireland Ltd

T: +44 1480 400684

E: ukireland@proxes.com

W: www.proxes.com

HOMOGENISATION

MEAT PROCESSING EQUIPMENT

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

CME Ltd

Combe St Nicholas, Somerset, TA20 3NL

T: 01460 269500

E: cme@cme-ltd.com www.cme-ltd.com

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

Greywell Road, Mapledurwell,

Hampshire RG24 7NG

T: +44 (0)1256 474 547

Unit 2, Hatch Industrial Park, E: enquiries@farleygreene.com

JACOB (UK) LTD

T: 01694 722841

E: sales@jacob-uk.com www.jacob-group.com/uk

piab Oaks Ind. Est., Festival Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XN

T: 01509 857010 F: 01509 857011

E: info-uk@piab.com www.piab.com

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP

E: info@riggsautopack.co.uk www.riggsautopack.co.uk

MINCING & GROOMING

T: +44 1733 283000

E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

Grote Company

Wrexham, LL13 7YP www.grotecompany.com

E: sales@grotecompany.com

T: 01978 362243 F: 01978 362255

Karmelle Ltd

Unit 17, Queens Mill Industrial Estate, Queens Mill Lane, Huddersfield HD1 3RR

T: 01484 533356

E: Karmelle@gmail.com www.karmelle.com

SP Filling Systems Ltd

Unit 28, Ddole Industrial Estate, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6DF

T: 01597 824918 F: 01597 822553

E: sales@sp-filling.co.uk www.sp-filling.co.uk

FILTRATION EQUIPMENT

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

MIXING MACHINES

T: +44 (0)1260 272894

E: sales@jrboone.com www.jrboone.com

To

advertise contact David Chadd:

MACHINERY FINDER

Reiser UK Ltd

To advertise contact David Chadd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

SUB HEADINGS

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

MIXING VESSELS

Adelphi Group

Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

D.H. INDUSTRIES LIMITED

Sullivan House, Fenton Way, Laindon, Essex, SS15 6TD, UK

T: +44 (0)1268 410 666

E: dh@dhi.co.uk - www.dhi.co.uk

OVENS

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP

T: +44 1733 283000 E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

PASTEURISERS

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935

E: info@khs.com www.khs.com

PHARMACEUTICAL PROCESSING

CME Ltd

Combe St Nicholas, Somerset, TA20 3NL

T: 01460 269500

E: cme@cme-ltd.com www.cme-ltd.com

Coperion K-Tron GB

4 Acorn Business Park Stockport, Cheshire, SK4 1AS

T: 0161 209 4810

E: ckb@coperionktron.com

www.coperion.com

Europharma

T: 01420 473344

E: admin@europharma.co.uk www.europharma.co.uk

Greywell Road, Mapledurwell, Unit 2, Hatch Industrial Park,

Hampshire RG24 7NG T: +44 (0)1256 474 547

E: enquiries@farleygreene.com

PIZZA EQUIPMENT

Grote Company Wrexham, LL13 7YP www.grotecompany.com

E: sales@grotecompany.com

T: 01978 362243 F: 01978 362255

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

PUMPS VACUUM

piab

Oaks Ind. Est., Festival Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XN

T: 01509 857010 F: 01509 857011

E: info-uk@piab.com www.piab.com

SANDWICH PREPARATION EQUIPMENT

Grote Company Wrexham, LL13 7YP www.grotecompany.com

E: sales@grotecompany.com

T: 01978 362243 F: 01978 362255

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

SAUSAGE PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

SIEVES & SEPARATORS

To

SLICING & DICING

Grote Company Wrexham, LL13 7YP

www.grotecompany.com

E: sales@grotecompany.com

T: 01978 362243 F: 01978 362255

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

SMOKE OVENS

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

SNACK PROCESS EQUIPMENT

Manor Drive, Peterborough, PE4 7AP

T: +44 1733 283000 E: bpltd@bakerperkins.com www.bakerperkins.com

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

SORTING EQUIPMENT

info@grippleautomation.com www.grippleautomation.com

UV CURING

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk

www.jenton.co.uk

UV DISINFECTION

Jenton Ariana

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk

www.jentonariana.co.uk

UV INSPECTION

Jenton Ariana

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk

www.jentonariana.co.uk

VISCOSITY CONTROLS

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk www.jenton.co.uk

T: 0114 5536250

SPECIAL PURPOSE MACHINES

info@grippleautomation.com www.grippleautomation.com

STERILISING TUNNELS

JenAct

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: jenact@jenton.co.uk www.jenact.co.uk

X-RAY INSPECTION

Anritsu – Product Inspection & Detection (EMEA) Unit 3, Scott Road, Luton, LU3 3BF, UK

T: +44 (0)845 539 9729 www.anritsu.com/infivis

T: 0114 5536250

TABLETTING & TABLET COUNTING

Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd Banbury, Oxon, OX16 4XS

T: 01295 256266

E: Sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

Ishida Europe Ltd Kettles Wood Drive, Woodgate Business Park, Birmingham B32 3DB

T: 0121 607 7700 F: 0121 607 7666

E: info@ishidaeurope.com www.ishidaeurope.com

Europharma

Greywell Road, Mapledurwell,

Hampshire RG24 7NG

T: +44 (0)1256 474 547

Unit 2, Hatch Industrial Park, E: enquiries@farleygreene.com

T: 01420 473344

E: admin@europharma.co.uk www.europharma.co.uk

Integrated Glueing Technology INTEGRATED GLUEING TECHNOLOGY Melksham, Wiltshire SN12 6TT

T: 01225 783456

E: general@igluetech.co.uk www.igluetech.co.uk

Nordson (U.K.) Ltd. Langstone Road, Wythenshawe Manchester M22 5LB

T: 0161 498 1500

E: sales@uk.nordson.com www.nordson.com

410 666

E: dh@dhi.co.uk - www.dhi.co.uk

AIR RINSERS

Autopack Ltd Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

T: 01268 490035 E: info@robatechgt.com www.robatechgt.com Weber Packaging Solutions Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310 E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk AEROSOL & SPRAY EQUIPMENT D.H. INDUSTRIES LIMITED Sullivan House, Fenton Way, Laindon, Essex, SS15 6TD, UK T: +44 (0)1268

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk www.auto-pack.co.uk

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks, CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk www.propack.co.uk

AUTOMATIC GUIDED VEHICLES

E: sales@rmgroupuk.com www.rmgroupuk.com

T: +44(0)1686 621704

Scott Automation Ltd (Alvey)

T:+44 1384 210 278

E: info@scottautomation.co.uk www.scottautomation.co.uk

AUTONOMOUS MOBILE ROBOTS

Reeco Automation Ltd 01686 621138 info@reeco.co.uk www.reeco.co.uk

BAGGING EQUIPMENT

Concetti M: +44 7776 148129

E: t.mitford@concetti.com

W: www.concetti.com

T: +44 (0)1502 470 500

E: sales@bradmanlake.com

From Process to Pallet www.bradmanlake.com

BAG SEALERS

Nottingham, NG9 1PF, United Kingdom

T: 0115 967 8787

E: sales@bwflexiblesystems

www.bwflexiblesystems.com

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

T: 01427 611885

E: sales@gic uk.net

www.gic.uk net

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk

www.jenton.co.uk

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com

www.optima-packaging.co.uk

PFM House, 2 Pilgrim Way, Leeds LS28 6LU

PFM ing Machinery Ltd

T: +44 (0)113 2393401

E: sales@pfmuk.com www.pfmuk.com

E: sales@rmgroupuk.com

www.rmgroupuk.com

T: +44(0)1686 621704

Rovema Packaging Machines Ltd

8 Merlin Centre, Gatehouse Close, Aylesbury, Bucks HP19 8DP

F: 01296 483440

T: 01296 310490

E: sales@rovema.co.uk www.rovema.com

utomation

UK Ltd

T: +44 758 428 1707 SA@shemeshautomation.com www.shemeshautomation.com

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

Autopack Ltd

Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk www.auto-pack.co.uk

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk www.jenton.co.uk

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

BANDING

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk www.jenton.co.uk

Sollas UK Ltd Hampshire RG28 7BB

T: 01256 896930

E: sales@sollasuk.comwww.sollas.com

BAR CODE READER VERIFICATION-OCR

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

Jenton Dimaco

T: +44 (0)1234 851515

E: sales@dimaco.vision www.dimaco.co.uk

www.logopak.co.uk E: enquiries@logopak.net

BLISTER PACKS

Europharma

T: 01420 473344

E: admin@europharma.co.uk www.europharma.co.uk

BLISTER PACK SEALERS

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk www.jenton.co.uk

BLOW MOULDERS

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935

E: info@khs.com www.khs.com

BOX MAKING MACHINERY

T: +44 (0)1767 316422

Karmelle Ltd

Unit 17, Queens Mill Industrial Estate, Queens Mill Lane, Huddersfield HD1 3RR

T: 01484 533356

E: Karmelle@gmail.com www.karmelle.com

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com

www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks, CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk

www.propack.co.uk

utomation UK Ltd

T: +44 758 428 1707 SA@shemeshautomation.com

www.shemeshautomation.com

SP Filling Systems Ltd

Unit 28, Ddole Industrial Estate, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6DF

T: 01597 824918 F: 01597 822553

E: sales@sp-filling.co.uk www.sp-filling.co.uk

CAPSULATORS

Evolution BPS

T: 01721 724296

E: sales@evolutionbps.co.uk

www.evolutionbps co.uk

CARTONING MACHINES (CARTON BOARD)

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

AUTOMATION

E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

CAN FILLING EQUIPMENT

CARTONING SYSTEMS

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

All-Fill International Ltd

T: 01904 692333

SICK (UK) LTD Waldkirch House, 39 Hedley Rd, St Albans, Herts AL1 5BN

TPG - The Packaging Group If you

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

T: 01484 715111

E: info@yps.co.uk

W: www.yps.co.uk

Prince of Wales Works, Armytage Road, Brighouse, West Yorkshire HD6 1QF

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

E: sales@rmgroupuk.com

www.rmgroupuk.com

T: +44(0)1686 621704

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

TAWI UK

Unit G, Pentagon Park, Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW

T: 01604 591120

E: eh.uk.sales@piab.com www.tawi.com

T: 01727 831121 F: 01727 856767

E: info@sick.co.uk www.sick.co.uk

BAR CODE SYSTEMS

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

Cobalt Systems Ltd

Cobalt House, Arden Square, Electra Way, Crewe, CW1 6HA

T: 01270 539800

E: sales@cobaltis.co.uk www.cobaltis.co.uk

Industrial Labelling Systems Ltd

D4 Brookside Business Park, Manchester M24 1GS

T: 0161 655 4846

E: sales@ilsystems.co.uk www.ilsystems.co.uk

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

BESPOKE MACHINER BUILDER

5 Gateshead Close, Sunderland Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 1RS

T: 01767 691100

E: info@allfill.co.uk www.allfill.co.uk

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935

E: info@khs.com www.khs.com

T: +44 (0)1502 470 500 E: sales@bradmanlake.com

From Process to Pallet www.bradmanlake.com

CAMA3 Ltd

Suite 44, Berkeley House, Hunts Rise, South Marston Park, Swindon, Wilts, SN3 4TG

T: 01793 831111 F: 01793 831481

E: cama-UK@camagroup.com www.camagroup.com

CME Ltd

Combe St Nicholas, Somerset, TA20 3NL

T: 01460 269500

E: cme@cme-ltd.com www.cme-ltd.com

ETPACK SPRINTER UK LTD

NEWBURY, BERKS, RG14 5SJ

T: 01635 905090

Sidel UK Ltd Silver Court Watchmead, 3, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LT

T: 01707 292820

E: enquiries.uk@sidel.com www.sidel.com

CAPPERS

Adelphi Group

Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

Autopack Ltd

Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk

www.auto-pack.co.uk

Cap Coder Ltd

Monument Business Park, Chalgrove, Oxford, OX44 7RW

T: 01865 891466

E: sales@capcoder.com www.capcoder.com

Capmatic Europa Ltd

T: UK +44 121 630 2052 / IE +353 188 31 695

E: sales@capmatic.com

www.capmatic.com

E: dianne@et-pack.com www.et-pack.com

Europharma

T: 01420 473344

E: admin@europharma.co.uk www.europharma.co.uk

Integrated Glueing Technology

INTEGRATED GLUEING TECHNOLOGY

Melksham, Wiltshire SN12 6TT

T: 01225 783456

E: general@igluetech.co.uk www.igluetech.co.uk

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

28b Burnett Business Park, Gypsy Lane, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 2ED

T: 0117 986 5417

E: sales@keymac.co.uk www.keymac.co.uk

Kliklok International Ltd

Western Drive, Bristol BS14 0AY

E: Jason.Godwin@syntegon.com

T: 01275 557639 www.syntegon.com

BAG PALLETISERS

To advertise contact David Chadd: T 020 8773 5505 E david.chadd@ppma.co.uk

+44 (0) 1937 832921

lambert.sales@mpac-group.com www.mpac-group.com m

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks, CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk www.propack.co.uk

105 Newdigate Road, Nottingham, NG16 1HN

T: 0115 875 9846

E: contact@raupack.co.uk www.raupack co uk

Rovema Packaging Machines Ltd

8 Merlin Centre, Gatehouse Close, Aylesbury, Bucks HP19 8DP

T: 01296 310490 F: 01296 483440

E: sales@rovema.co.uk www.rovema.com

CASE ERECTING/FILLING/SEALING

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

E: Packaging-Systems@antalis.co.uk

T: 01606 567013

W: www.antalis.co.uk

Aetna UK Limited Oakley, Bedford, MK43 7TA

T: 01234 825050

E: sales.uk@robopac.com www.aetnagroup.co.uk

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

T: +44 (0)1502 470 500 E: sales@bradmanlake.com

From Process to Pallet www.bradmanlake.com

CAMA3 Ltd Suite 44, Berkeley House, Hunts Rise, South Marston Park, Swindon, Wilts, SN3 4TG

T: 01793 831111 F: 01793 831481

E: cama-UK@camagroup.com www.camagroup.com

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

AUTOMATION

T: +44 (0)1767 316422 E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

ETT UK Limited

Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7TD

T: 01502 470812

E: geoff@ett-uk.com www.ett-uk.com

Kensal Handling Systems Kensal House, President Way, Luton, LU2 9NR

T: +44 (0) 1 582 425 777 F: +44 (0) 1 582 425 776

E: sales@kensal.com www.kensal.com

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks, CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk www.propack.co.uk

Quin Systems Ltd Oaklands Park, Wokingham, RG41 2FE

T: 0118 977 1077

E: sales@quin.co.uk www.quin.co.uk

105 Newdigate Road, Nottingham, NG16 1HN

T: 0115 875 9846

E: contact@raupack.co.uk www.raupack co uk

SCM Handling Ltd

Broadgauge Business Park, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 3RU

T: 01823 431838 F: 01823 430806

E: sales@scmhandling.com www.scmhandling.com

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT

T: 01493 257070 E: info@siat.co.uk www.siat.co.uk

Sidel UK Ltd Silver Court Watchmead, 3, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LT

T: 01707 292820

E: enquiries.uk@sidel.com www.sidel.com

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

AUTOMATION

T: +44 (0)1767 316422 E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

Endoline Machinery Ltd Biggleswade, SG18 8QB

T: 01767 316422

E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

ETPACK SPRINTER UK LTD

NEWBURY, BERKS, RG14 5SJ

T: 01635 905090

E: dianne@et-pack.com www.et-pack.com

ETT UK Limited

Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7TD

T: 01502 470812

E: geoff@ett-uk.com www.ett-uk.com

info@grippleautomation.com www.grippleautomation.com

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

CASE ERECTING/LOADING/ SEALING/CLOSING

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

CASE LINING/FILLING/CLOSING

E: Packaging-Systems@antalis.co.uk

T: 01606 567013 W: www.antalis.co.uk

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

AUTOMATION

T: +44 (0)1767 316422 E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

CASE PACKERS AUTOMATIC

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

T: +44 (0)1502 470 500 E: sales@bradmanlake.com From Process to Pallet www.bradmanlake.com

CAMA3 Ltd Suite 44, Berkeley House, Hunts Rise, South Marston Park, Swindon, Wilts, SN3 4TG

T: 01793 831111 F: 01793 831481

E: cama-UK@camagroup.com www.camagroup.com

T: 0114 5536250

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

Kensal Handling Systems

Kensal House, President Way, Luton, LU2 9NR

T: +44 (0) 1 582 425 777 F: +44 (0) 1 582 425 776

E: sales@kensal.com www.kensal.com

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935

E: info@khs.com www.khs.com

Sidel UK Ltd

Silver Court Watchmead, 3, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LT

T: 01707 292820

E: enquiries.uk@sidel.com www.sidel.com

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

CASE TAPING/STRAPPING/GLUING

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

E: Packaging-Systems@antalis.co.uk

T: 01606 567013

W: www.antalis.co.uk

Aetna UK Limited Oakley, Bedford, MK43 7TA

T: 01234 825050

E: sales.uk@robopac.com www.aetnagroup.co.uk

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

AUTOMATION

T: +44 (0)1767 316422 E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

Nordson (U.K.) Ltd. Langstone Road, Wythenshawe Manchester M22 5LB

T: 0161 498 1500

E: sales@uk.nordson.com www.nordson.com

+44 (0) 1937 832921

lambert.sales@mpac-group.com www.mpac-group.com

Penn Packaging Ltd

Harkstead Hall Barn, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1DB

T: 01473 893990 www.penn-packaging.co.uk

E: email@penn-packaging.co.uk

Quin Systems Ltd Oaklands Park, Wokingham, RG41 2FE

T: 0118 977 1077

E: sales@quin.co.uk www.quin.co.uk

Reeco Automation Ltd

01686 621138 info@reeco.co.uk www.reeco.co.uk

Rovema Packaging Machines Ltd

8 Merlin Centre, Gatehouse Close, Aylesbury, Bucks HP19 8DP

T: 01296 310490 F: 01296 483440

E: sales@rovema.co.uk www.rovema.com

utomation

UK Ltd

T: +44 758 428 1707 SA@shemeshautomation.com

www.shemeshautomation.com

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT

T: 01493 257070 E: info@siat.co.uk www.siat.co.uk

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT

T: 01493 257070 E: info@siat.co.uk www.siat.co.uk

CHECKWEIGHER METAL DETECTOR COMBI UNITS

Anritsu – Product Inspection & Detection (EMEA) Unit 3, Scott Road, Luton, LU3 3BF, UK

T: +44 (0)845 539 9729 www.anritsu.com/infivis

Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd

Banbury, Oxon, OX16 4XS

T: 01295 256266

E: Sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

T: 01252 510565 E: sales@ukinspectionsystems.com www.ukinspectionsystems.com

CHECKWEIGHERS

Anritsu – Product Inspection & Detection (EMEA) Unit 3, Scott Road, Luton, LU3 3BF, UK

T: +44 (0)845 539 9729 www.anritsu.com/infivis

Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd

Banbury, Oxon, OX16 4XS

T: 01295 256266

E: Sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

Ishida Europe Ltd

Kettles Wood Drive, Woodgate Business Park, Birmingham B32 3DB

T: 0121 607 7700 F: 0121 607 7666

E: info@ishidaeurope.com www.ishidaeurope.com

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

www.sureservice.co.uk info@sureservice.co.uk 01440 765380

For all your weighing and labelling needs

T: 01252 510565 E: sales@ukinspectionsystems.com www.ukinspectionsystems.com

Yamato Leeds, LS11 5AL

T: 0113 322 1546

E: sales1@yamatoscale.co.uk www.yamatoscale.co.uk

CHECKWEIGHERS – COMBINATION

Anritsu – Product Inspection & Detection (EMEA) Unit 3, Scott Road, Luton, LU3 3BF, UK

T: +44 (0)845 539 9729 www.anritsu.com/infivis

Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd Banbury, Oxon, OX16 4XS

T: 01295 256266

E: Sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

M.D.S. Ltd Metal Detection Services St. Martins Studios, Greenbank Road, Sale, Cheshire M33 5PL

T: Sales 0161 286 8755 T: 0161 286 8750

E: sales@mds.org.uk www.mds.org.uk

CODING & MARKING

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

ATD Marking Systems

Marley House, The Mill, Great Bowden Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DE

T: 01858 461014 F: 01858 436900

E: mail@atduk.com www.atduk.com

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

Domino UK Ltd

Bar Hill, Cambridge CB23 8TU

T: 01954 782551 E: enquiries@domino-uk.com www.domino-uk.com

T: 01727 84668 E: techsales@edding.co.uk www.edding.tech/en

Foenix Coding Ltd

The Barns, Hilltop Farm, Lyne Lane, Lyne Chertsey, Surrey KT16 0AW UK

T. 01932 701 449 sales@foenixcoding.com W. foenixcoding.com

Industrial Labelling Systems Ltd

D4 Brookside Business Park, Manchester M24 1GS

T: 0161 655 4846

E: sales@ilsystems.co.uk www.ilsystems.co.uk

Linx Printing Technologies Ltd

St. Ives, PE27 5JL

T: 01480 775223

E: uksales@linx.co.uk www.linxglobal.com

Rotech Machines Limited

Hertfordshire AL7 1AJ

T: +44 (0) 1707 393700

E: sales@rotechmachines.com

www. rotechmachines.com

www.t-mark.eu email: sales@t-mark.eu call: 0870 803 1877

THERMAL INKJET PRINTERS

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

CODING MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Foenix Coding Ltd

The Barns, Hilltop Farm, Lyne Lane, Lyne Chertsey, Surrey KT16 0AW UK

T. 01932 701 449 sales@foenixcoding.com W. foenixcoding.com

Olmec-UK Ltd

Barton-Upon-Humber

DN18 5RL

T: 01652 631960

E: sales@olmec-uk.com www.olmec-uk.com

COLLATING EQUIPMENT

BW Container Systems

Doncaster,Yorkshire DN11 8EW

T: 01302 711056

E: sales@bwintegratedsystems.com www.bwintegratedsystems.com

Cap Coder Ltd

Monument Business Park, Chalgrove, Oxford, OX44 7RW

T: 01865 891466

E: sales@capcoder.com www.capcoder.com

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

Interroll Ltd

Orion Way, Kettering, Northants, NN15 6NL General Enquiries: gb.sales@interroll.com Service Enquiries: uk.service@interroll.com

AUTOMATION

T: +44 (0)1767 316422 E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

Interroll Ltd

Orion Way, Kettering, Northants, NN15 6NL

General Enquiries: gb.sales@interroll.com

Service Enquiries: uk.service@interroll.com

T: 01536 312770 www.interroll.co.uk

COUNTING MACHINERY

Capmatic Europa Ltd

T: UK +44 121 630 2052 / IE +353 188 31 695

E: sales@capmatic.com www.capmatic.com

T: +31 (0)348 410 999

E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

CME Ltd

Combe St Nicholas, Somerset, TA20 3NL

T: 01460 269500

E: cme@cme-ltd.com www.cme-ltd.com

Olmec-UK Ltd

Barton-Upon-Humber

DN18 5RL

T: 01652 631960

E: sales@olmec-uk.com www.olmec-uk.com

CONFECTIONERY WRAPPING MACHINES

CME Ltd

Combe St Nicholas, Somerset, TA20 3NL

T: 01460 269500

E: cme@cme-ltd.com www.cme-ltd.com

Paramount Packaging Systems

T: 01252 815252

E: fuji@paramount-packaging.co.uk www.paramount-packaging.co.uk

CONTRACT LABELLING

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

T: 01255 553822

E: sales@premierlabellers.co.uk www.premierlabellers.co.uk

T: 01206

304182

www.sovereign-labelling.co.uk

E: sales@sovereign-labelling.co.uk

CONVERGERS

Jenton Ariana

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk www.jentonariana.co.uk

Kensal Handling Systems

Kensal House, President Way, Luton, LU2 9NR

T: +44 (0) 1 582 425 777 F: +44 (0) 1 582 425 776

E: sales@kensal.com www.kensal.com

CONVEYORS

Advance Automated Systems Ltd

T: 01325 328930

E: sales@advanceautomation.co.uk www.advanceautomation.co.uk

3 Pendle Place, Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 9PN

T: 01695 558615 E: info@blackstarhandlingsystems.com www.blackstarhandlingsystems.com

T: 01536 312770 www.interroll.co.uk

Kensal Handling Systems

Kensal House, President Way, Luton, LU2 9NR

T: +44 (0) 1 582 425 777 F: +44 (0) 1 582 425 776

E: sales@kensal.com www.kensal.com

piab

Oaks Ind. Est., Festival Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XN

T: 01509 857010 F: 01509 857011

E: info-uk@piab.com www.piab.com

SCM Handling Ltd

Broadgauge Business Park, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 3RU

T: 01823 431838 F: 01823 430806

E: sales@scmhandling.com www.scmhandling.com

T: 01206

304182

www.sovereign-labelling.co.uk

E: sales@sovereign-labelling.co.uk

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

CONVEYORS – BELT BANDS

Interroll Ltd

Orion Way, Kettering, Northants, NN15 6NL General Enquiries: gb.sales@interroll.com

Service Enquiries: uk.service@interroll.com

T: 01536 312770 www.interroll.co.uk

CONVEYORS – PALLET

BW Container Systems

Doncaster,Yorkshire DN11 8EW

T: 01302 711056 E: sales@bwintegratedsystems.com www.bwintegratedsystems.com

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

Interroll Ltd

Orion Way, Kettering, Northants, NN15 6NL General Enquiries: gb.sales@interroll.com

Service Enquiries: uk.service@interroll.com

T: 01536 312770 www.interroll.co.uk

Kensal Handling Systems

Kensal House, President Way, Luton, LU2 9NR

T: +44 (0) 1 582 425 777 F: +44 (0) 1 582 425 776

E: sales@kensal.com www.kensal.com

Scott Automation Ltd (Alvey)

T:+44 1384 210 278

E: info@scottautomation.co.uk

www.scottautomation.co.uk

CONVEYORS – POWERED ROLLER

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd Banbury, Oxon, OX16 4XS

T: 01295 256266

E: Sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

105 Newdigate Road, Nottingham, NG16 1HN

T: 0115 875 9846

E: contact@raupack.co.uk www.raupack co uk

COUNTING/PACKAGING HARDWARE COMPONENTS

info@grippleautomation.com www.grippleautomation.com

E: sales@rileyautomation.com

T: 0114 5536250

T: 01332 275850 www.rileyautomation.com

Weber Packaging Solutions Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

CRIMPING EQUIPMENT

D.H. INDUSTRIES LIMITED Sullivan House, Fenton Way, Laindon, Essex, SS15 6TD, UK

T: +44 (0)1268 410 666 E: dh@dhi.co.uk - www.dhi.co.uk

info@grippleautomation.com www.grippleautomation.com

DEPALLETISERS

T: 0114 5536250

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

Autopack Ltd Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk www.auto-pack.co.uk

BW Container Systems Doncaster,Yorkshire DN11 8EW

T: 01302 711056 E: sales@bwintegratedsystems.com www.bwintegratedsystems.com

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

T: +44 (0)1767 310581 E: sales@endoline-robotics.com www.endoline-robotics.com

ETT UK Limited Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7TD

T: 01502 470812

E: geoff@ett-uk.com www.ett-uk.com

To advertise contact David Chadd: T 020 8773 5505

Evolution BPS

T: 01721 724296

E: sales@evolutionbps.co.uk www.evolutionbps co.uk

Kensal Handling Systems Kensal House, President Way, Luton, LU2 9NR

T: +44 (0) 1 582 425 777 F: +44 (0) 1 582 425 776

E: sales@kensal.com www.kensal.com

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935

E: info@khs.com www.khs.com

SCM Handling Ltd

Broadgauge Business Park, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 3RU

T: 01823 431838 F: 01823 430806

E: sales@scmhandling.com www.scmhandling.com

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

ELEVATORS

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

Kensal

Nottingham, NG9 1PF, United Kingdom

T: 0115 967 8787 E: sales@bwflexiblesystems www.bwflexiblesystems.com

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Paramount Packaging Systems

T: 01252 815252

E: fuji@paramount-packaging.co.uk www.paramount-packaging.co.uk

PFM House, 2 Pilgrim Way, Leeds LS28 6LU

PFM ing Machinery Ltd

T: +44 (0)113 2393401 E: sales@pfmuk.com www.pfmuk.com

TPG - The Packaging Group

If you can think it, we can pack it!

Tel: 0121 222 5370 Mob: 07490 410 381

www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

FFS POUCH MACHINERY

Penn Packaging Ltd

Harkstead Hall Barn, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1DB

T: 01473 893990 www.penn-packaging.co.uk

E: email@penn-packaging.co.uk

TPG - The Packaging Group If you can think it, we can pack it! Tel: 0121 222 5370 Mob: 07490 410 381

www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

FFS THERMO

Reiser UK Ltd

www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

FILL & SEAL MACHINES

Concetti

M: +44 7776 148129

E: t.mitford@concetti.com

W: www.concetti.com

FILLING: CAPSULE

Adelphi Group

Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

Evolution BPS

T: 01721 724296

E: sales@evolutionbps.co.uk

www.evolutionbps co.uk

FILLING: COSMETIC EQUIPMENT

All-Fill International Ltd

5 Gateshead Close, Sunderland Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 1RS

T: 01767 691100

T: 01529 414999

W: grunwald-uk.com

E: info@grunwald-uk.com

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

utomation UK Ltd

T: +44 758 428 1707 SA@shemeshautomation.com www.shemeshautomation.com

www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

FILLING: ASPETIC

Evolution BPS

T: 01721 724296

E: sales@evolutionbps.co.uk

www.evolutionbps co.uk

E: info@allfill.co.uk www.allfill.co.uk

T: +44 1256 766003 E: sales@fillers.co.uk www.fillers.co.uk

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks, CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk

www.propack.co.uk

FILLING/DOSING & PRIMARY PACKAGING

+44 (0) 1937 832921 lambert.sales@mpac-group.com www.mpac-group.com

FILLING: DRUM & IBC

E: sales@rileyautomation.com

T: 01332 275850 www.rileyautomation.com

SCM Handling Ltd

Broadgauge Business Park, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 3RU

T: 01823 431838 F: 01823 430806

E: sales@scmhandling.com www.scmhandling.com

EMPTYING: DRUM & IBC

TAWI UK

Unit G, Pentagon Park, Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW

T: 01604 591120

E: eh.uk.sales@piab.com www.tawi.com

END OF LINE BAGGING MACHINES

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0 E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

TPG - The Packaging Group

If you can think it, we can pack it!

Tel: 0121 222 5370 Mob: 07490 410 381

www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

FFS HORIZONTAL (FLOWWRAPPERS)

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

T: +44 (0)1502 470 500 E: sales@bradmanlake.com

From Process to Pallet www.bradmanlake.com

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

FFS VERTICAL

Autopack Ltd

Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk www.auto-pack.co.uk

Nottingham, NG9 1PF, United Kingdom

T: 0115 967 8787 E: sales@bwflexiblesystems www.bwflexiblesystems.com

T: 01427 611885

E: sales@gic uk.net www.gic.uk net

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

Paramount Packaging Systems

T: 01252 815252

E: fuji@paramount-packaging.co.uk www.paramount-packaging.co.uk

PFM House, 2 Pilgrim Way, Leeds LS28 6LU

PFM ing Machinery Ltd

T: +44 (0)113 2393401

E: sales@pfmuk.com www.pfmuk.com

Rovema Packaging Machines Ltd

8 Merlin Centre, Gatehouse Close, Aylesbury, Bucks HP19 8DP

T: 01296 310490 F: 01296 483440

E: sales@rovema.co.uk www.rovema.com

STATEC BINDER GmbH Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com

www.statec-binder.com

Sidel UK Ltd

Silver Court Watchmead, 3, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LT

T: 01707 292820

E: enquiries.uk@sidel.com www.sidel.com

FILLING: BAG/SACK

All-Fill International Ltd

5 Gateshead Close, Sunderland Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 1RS

T: 01767 691100

E: info@allfill.co.uk www.allfill.co.uk

Nottingham, NG9 1PF, United Kingdom

T: 0115 967 8787 E: sales@bwflexiblesystems www.bwflexiblesystems.com

Concetti

M: +44 7776 148129

E: t.mitford@concetti.com

W: www.concetti.com

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

E: sales@rmgroupuk.com

www.rmgroupuk.com

T: +44(0)1686 621704

STATEC BINDER GmbH Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

Adelphi Group Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

Karmelle Ltd

Unit 17, Queens Mill Industrial Estate, Queens Mill Lane, Huddersfield HD1 3RR

T: 01484 533356

E: Karmelle@gmail.com www.karmelle.com

SP Filling Systems Ltd

Unit 28, Ddole Industrial Estate, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6DF

T: 01597 824918 F: 01597 822553

E: sales@sp-filling.co.uk www.sp-filling.co.uk

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com

www.statec-binder.com

FILLING: GRANULES

All-Fill International Ltd

5 Gateshead Close, Sunderland Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 1RS

T: 01767 691100

E: info@allfill.co.uk www.allfill.co.uk

Concetti

M: +44 7776 148129

E: t.mitford@concetti.com

W: www.concetti.com

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com

www.optima-packaging.co.uk

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com

www.statec-binder.com

FILLING: LIQUID

Adelphi Group

Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

Autopack Ltd

Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk

www.auto-pack.co.uk

Cap Coder Ltd

Monument Business Park, Chalgrove, Oxford, OX44 7RW

T: 01865 891466

E: sales@capcoder.com www.capcoder.com

Capmatic Europa Ltd

T: UK +44 121 630 2052 / IE +353 188 31 695

E: sales@capmatic.com www.capmatic.com

Evolution BPS

T: 01721 724296

E: sales@evolutionbps.co.uk www.evolutionbps co.uk

T: +44 1256 766003 E: sales@fillers.co.uk www.fillers.co.uk

Karmelle Ltd

Unit 17, Queens Mill Industrial Estate, Queens Mill Lane, Huddersfield HD1 3RR

T: 01484 533356

E: Karmelle@gmail.com www.karmelle.com

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935

E: info@khs.com www.khs.com

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Riggs Autopack Ltd Nelson, Lancs BB9 0HU

T: 01282 440040

E: info@riggsautopack.co.uk www.riggsautopack.co.uk

utomation

UK Ltd

T: +44 758 428 1707 SA@shemeshautomation.com www.shemeshautomation.com

Sidel UK Ltd Silver Court Watchmead, 3, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LT

T: 01707 292820

E: enquiries.uk@sidel.com www.sidel.com

SP Filling Systems Ltd

Unit 28, Ddole Industrial Estate, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6DF

T: 01597 824918 F: 01597 822553

E: sales@sp-filling.co.uk www.sp-filling.co.uk

TPG - The Packaging Group

If you can think it, we can pack it! Tel: 0121 222 5370 Mob: 07490 410 381

www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

FILLING: MOLTEN

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Riggs Autopack Ltd Nelson, Lancs BB9 0HU

T: 01282 440040

E: info@riggsautopack.co.uk www.riggsautopack.co.uk

FILLING: PHARMACEUTICAL

Adelphi Group

Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

All-Fill International Ltd

5 Gateshead Close, Sunderland Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 1RS

T: 01767 691100

E: info@allfill.co.uk www.allfill.co.uk

Cap Coder Ltd

Monument Business Park, Chalgrove, Oxford, OX44 7RW

T: 01865 891466

E: sales@capcoder.com www.capcoder.com

Europharma

T: 01420 473344

E: admin@europharma.co.uk www.europharma.co.uk

T: +44 1256 766003 E: sales@fillers.co.uk www.fillers.co.uk

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

105 Newdigate Road, Nottingham, NG16 1HN

T: 0115 875 9846

E: contact@raupack.co.uk www.raupack co uk

SP Filling Systems Ltd

Unit 28, Ddole Industrial Estate, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6DF

T: 01597 824918 F: 01597 822553

E: sales@sp-filling.co.uk www.sp-filling.co.uk

FILLING: POWDER

All-Fill International Ltd

5 Gateshead Close, Sunderland Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 1RS

T: 01767 691100

E: info@allfill.co.uk www.allfill.co.uk

Concetti

M: +44 7776 148129

E: t.mitford@concetti.com

W: www.concetti.com

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Rovema Packaging Machines Ltd

8 Merlin Centre, Gatehouse Close, Aylesbury, Bucks HP19 8DP

T: 01296 310490 F: 01296 483440

E: sales@rovema.co.uk www.rovema.com

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

FILLING: SOLIDS

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com

www.optima-packaging.co.uk

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

FILLING: WEIGH

All-Fill International Ltd

5 Gateshead Close, Sunderland Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 1RS

T: 01767 691100

E: info@allfill.co.uk www.allfill.co.uk

AST Ltd

T: +44(0)7730 656691

E: wd@multiweighuk.comwww.multiweighuk.com

Nottingham, NG9 1PF, United Kingdom

T: 0115 967 8787 E: sales@bwflexiblesystems www.bwflexiblesystems.com

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

SP Filling Systems Ltd

Unit 28, Ddole Industrial Estate, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6DF

T: 01597 824918 F: 01597 822553

E: sales@sp-filling.co.uk www.sp-filling.co.uk

STATEC BINDER GmbH

Industriestrasse 32, 8200 Gleisdorf, Austria. T: +43 3112 38580-0

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

FOREIGN BODY DETECTION

T: 01252 510565 E: sales@ukinspectionsystems.com www.ukinspectionsystems.com

HANDLING MACHINERY

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

HANDLING ROLLS & REELS

T: 01202 307700 E: info@packline.co.uk www.packline.co.uk

TAWI UK

Unit G, Pentagon Park, Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW

utomation

UK Ltd

T: +44 758 428 1707 SA@shemeshautomation.com

www.shemeshautomation.com

HIGH-RESOLUTION CODING

ATD Marking Systems

Marley House, The Mill, Great Bowden Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DE

T: 01858 461014 F: 01858 436900

E: mail@atduk.com www.atduk.com

HOT MELT APPLICATION

EQUIPMENT

AUTOMATION

T: +44 (0)1767 316422 E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

Integrated Glueing Technology

INTEGRATED GLUEING TECHNOLOGY

Melksham, Wiltshire SN12 6TT

T: 01225 783456

E: general@igluetech.co.uk www.igluetech.co.uk

Robatech Gluing Technology

Basildon, Essex, SS15 6SW

T: 01268 490035

E: info@robatechgt.com www.robatechgt.com

INDUCTION CAP SEALING

Enercon Industries Ltd

62-64 Edison Road, Aylesbury, Bucks HP19 8UX

T: +44(0)1296 330542 F: +44(0)1296 432098

E: info@enerconind.co.uk www.enerconind.co.uk

INK JET CODERS

ATD Marking Systems

Marley House, The Mill, Great Bowden Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DE

T: 01858 461014 F: 01858 436900

E: mail@atduk.com www.atduk.com

T: 01727 84668 E: techsales@edding.co.uk www.edding.tech/en

Rotech Machines Limited

Hertfordshire AL7 1AJ

T: +44 (0) 1707 393700

E: sales@rotechmachines.com www. rotechmachines.com

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

INK JET PRINTERS

ATD Marking Systems

Marley House, The Mill, Great Bowden Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DE

T: 01858 461014 F: 01858 436900

E: mail@atduk.com www.atduk.com

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

T: 01727 84668 E: techsales@edding.co.uk www.edding.tech/en

T: +44 1256 766003

E: sales@fillers.co.uk www.fillers.co.uk

FILLING: PASTE

Adelphi Group

Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

All-Fill International Ltd

5 Gateshead Close, Sunderland Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 1RS

T: 01767 691100

E: info@allfill.co.uk www.allfill.co.uk

E: office@statec-binder.com www.statec-binder.com

TPG

www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

FILLING: SAUCES AND OILS

Evolution BPS

T: 01721 724296

E: sales@evolutionbps.co.uk www.evolutionbps co.uk

T: 01604 591120

E: eh.uk.sales@piab.com www.tawi.com

HEAT SEALERS

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk www.jenton.co.uk

MPE UK LIMITED Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire SK23 7DQ

T: +44 1663 732 700

E: mark@mpe-uk.com www.mpe-uk.com

Foenix Coding Ltd

The Barns, Hilltop Farm, Lyne Lane, Lyne Chertsey, Surrey KT16 0AW UK

T. 01932 701 449 sales@foenixcoding.com W. foenixcoding.com

www.t-mark.eu email: sales@t-mark.eu call: 0870 803 1877

THERMAL INKJET PRINTERS

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

To advertise contact David Chadd: T 020 8773 5505 E david.chadd@ppma.co.uk

INSPECTION SYSTEMS

Anritsu – Product Inspection & Detection (EMEA) Unit 3, Scott Road, Luton, LU3 3BF, UK

T: +44 (0)845 539 9729 www.anritsu.com/infivis

Europharma

T: 01420 473344

E: admin@europharma.co.uk www.europharma.co.uk

Evolution BPS

T: 01721 724296

E: sales@evolutionbps.co.uk www.evolutionbps co.uk

Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd

Banbury, Oxon, OX16 4XS

T: 01295 256266

E: Sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

M.D.S. Ltd Metal Detection Services St. Martins Studios, Greenbank Road, Sale, Cheshire M33 5PL

T: Sales 0161 286 8755 T: 0161 286 8750

E: sales@mds.org.uk www.mds.org.uk

Nordson (U.K.) Ltd. Langstone Road, Wythenshawe Manchester M22 5LB

T: 0161 498 1500

E: sales@uk.nordson.com www.nordson.com

T: 01252 510565 E: sales@ukinspectionsystems.com www.ukinspectionsystems.com

Weber Packaging Solutions Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

LABEL INSPECTION

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd

Banbury, Oxon, OX16 4XS

T: 01295 256266

E: Sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

Jenton Dimaco

T: +44 (0)1234 851515

E: sales@dimaco.vision www.dimaco.co.uk

Olmec-UK Ltd

Barton-Upon-Humber

DN18 5RL

T: 01652 631960

E: sales@olmec-uk.com www.olmec-uk.com

LABEL PRINTERS

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 3RT

T: 01628 668836

E: info@QuickLabel.co.uk www.QuickLabel.co.uk

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

LABELLERS

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

ALTech UK Labelling Technologies Ltd

Central Park, Bridgend, South Wales CF31 3RT

T: 0800 612 6205

E: sales@altech-uk.com www.altech-uk.com

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

Cap Coder Ltd

Monument Business Park, Chalgrove, Oxford, OX44 7RW

T: 01865 891466

E: sales@capcoder.com www.capcoder.com

Capmatic Europa Ltd

T: UK +44 121 630 2052 / IE +353 188 31 695

E: sales@capmatic.com www.capmatic.com

Evolution BPS

T: 01721 724296

E: sales@evolutionbps.co.uk www.evolutionbps co.uk

HERMA UK Limited

The Hollands Centre, Hollands Road, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8PR

T: 01440 763366 E: sales@herma.co.uk www.herma.co.uk

Industrial Labelling Systems Ltd

D4 Brookside Business Park, Manchester M24 1GS

T: 0161 655 4846

E: sales@ilsystems.co.uk www.ilsystems.co.uk

Karmelle Ltd

Unit 17, Queens Mill Industrial Estate, Queens Mill Lane, Huddersfield HD1 3RR

T: 01484 533356

E: Karmelle@gmail.com www.karmelle.com

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935

E: info@khs.com www.khs.com

Penn Packaging Ltd

Harkstead Hall Barn, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1DB

T: 01473 893990 www.penn-packaging.co.uk

E: email@penn-packaging.co.uk

LABELLING MACHINES

ALTech UK Labelling Technologies Ltd

Central Park, Bridgend, South Wales CF31 3RT

T: 0800 612 6205

E: sales@altech-uk.com www.altech-uk.com

Europharma

T: 01420 473344

E: admin@europharma.co.uk www.europharma.co.uk

T: 07508 159971

E: robinson@langguth.com

www.langguth.com

Im Südfeld 17, 48308 Senden-Bösensell, Germany

utomation UK Ltd

T: +44 758 428 1707 SA@shemeshautomation.com www.shemeshautomation.com

T: 01206

304182

www.sovereign-labelling.co.uk

E: sales@sovereign-labelling.co.uk

LEAK TESTING

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

Ishida Europe Ltd

Kettles Wood Drive, Woodgate Business Park, Birmingham B32 3DB

T: 0121 607 7700 F: 0121 607 7666

E: info@ishidaeurope.com www.ishidaeurope.com

LINEAR VIBRATORS

E: sales@rileyautomation.com

T: 01332 275850 www.rileyautomation.com

LINERLESS LABELLERS

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

LABEL PRINTING SERVICES

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

T: 01255 553822

E: sales@premierlabellers.co.uk www.premierlabellers.co.uk

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks, CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk

www.propack.co.uk

Sidel UK Ltd

Silver Court Watchmead, 3, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LT

T: 01707 292820

E: enquiries.uk@sidel.com www.sidel.com

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

www.sureservice.co.uk info@sureservice.co.uk 01440 765380

For all your weighing and labelling needs

LABELLING SOFTWARE

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

www.sureservice.co.uk info@sureservice.co.uk 01440 765380

For all your weighing and labelling needs

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

LANE DIVIDER/COMBINER

T: 01452 728753

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

ETT UK Limited

Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7TD

T: 01502 470812

E: geoff@ett-uk.com www.ett-uk.com

Jenton Ariana

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk

www.jentonariana.co.uk

LASER CODERS

ATD Marking Systems

Marley House, The Mill, Great Bowden Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DE

T: 01858 461014 F: 01858 436900

E: mail@atduk.com www.atduk.com

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

L-BAR SEALERS MANUAL- AUTO

T: 01484 715111

E: info@yps.co.uk

W: www.yps.co.uk

Prince of Wales Works, Armytage Road, Brighouse, West Yorkshire HD6 1QF

HERMA UK Limited

The Hollands Centre, Hollands Road, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8PR T: 01440 763366 E: sales@herma.co.uk www.herma.co.uk

Weber Packaging Solutions Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

METAL DETECTION

Anritsu – Product Inspection & Detection (EMEA) Unit 3, Scott Road, Luton, LU3 3BF, UK

T: +44 (0)845 539 9729 www.anritsu.com/infivis

Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd Banbury, Oxon, OX16 4XS

T: 01295 256266

E: Sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

M.D.S. Ltd Metal Detection Services St. Martins Studios, Greenbank Road, Sale, Cheshire M33 5PL

T: Sales 0161 286 8755 T: 0161 286 8750

E: sales@mds.org.uk www.mds.org.uk

Mettler-Toledo Safeline Montford Street, Salford, M50 2XD, UK

T: 0161 848 8636

E: safeline.info@mt.com www.mt.com/metaldetection

T: 01252 510565 E: sales@ukinspectionsystems.com www.ukinspectionsystems.com

MODIFIED ATMOSPHERE PACKAGING

Nottingham, NG9 1PF, United Kingdom

T: 0115 967 8787 E: sales@bwflexiblesystems www.bwflexiblesystems.com

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

Paramount Packaging Systems

T: 01252 815252

E: fuji@paramount-packaging.co.uk

www.paramount-packaging.co.uk

PFM House, 2 Pilgrim Way, Leeds LS28 6LU

PFM ing Machinery Ltd

T: +44 (0)113 2393401

E: sales@pfmuk.com

www.pfmuk.com

KUKA Robo cs UK Ltd

Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 7LL

Processing Equi

T: 0121 505 9970

E: sales@kukarobotics.co.uk

www.kukarobotics.co.uk

ROBOTS – COLLABORATIVE

KUKA Robo cs UK Ltd

Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 7LL

Processing Equi

T: 0121 505 9970

E: sales@kukarobotics.co.uk

www.kukarobotics.co.uk

piab Oaks Ind. Est., Festival Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XN

T: 01509 857010 F: 01509 857011

E: info-uk@piab.com www.piab.com

TAWI UK

Unit G, Pentagon Park, Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW

T: 01604 591120

E: eh.uk.sales@piab.com www.tawi.com

ROBOTS – DELTA STYLE

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl

www.blueprintautomation.com

CAMA3 Ltd

Suite 44, Berkeley House, Hunts Rise, South Marston Park, Swindon, Wilts, SN3 4TG

T: 01793 831111 F: 01793 831481

E: cama-UK@camagroup.com www.camagroup.com

KUKA Robo cs UK Ltd

Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 7LL

Processing Equi

T: 0121 505 9970

E: sales@kukarobotics.co.uk www.kukarobotics.co.uk

PILZ Automation Technology

Pilz House, Little Colliers Field, Corby, Northants, NN18 8TJ

T: 01536 460766

E: sales@pilz.co.uk www.pilz.co.uk

SEAL TESTING

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

Ishida Europe Ltd

Kettles Wood Drive, Woodgate Business Park, Birmingham B32 3DB

T: 0121 607 7700 F: 0121 607 7666

E: info@ishidaeurope.com www.ishidaeurope.com

Jenton Ariana

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk www.jentonariana.co.uk

SENSORS FOR AUTOMATION

SICK (UK) LTD

Waldkirch House, 39 Hedley Rd, St Albans, Herts AL1 5BN

T: 01727 831121 F: 01727 856767

E: info@sick.co.uk www.sick.co.uk

SERIALISATION

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

SANDWICH PACKING MACHINES

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk www.jenton.co.uk

SACHET MACHINES

Autopack Ltd

Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk www.auto-pack.co.uk

Ilapak Ltd

Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk m

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks, CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk

www.propack.co.uk

TPG - The Packaging Group

www.the-packaging-group.com - a.beverley@the-packaging-group.co.uk

SAFETY GUARDING

SHELF-READY PACKAGING

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk www.propack.co.uk

SHRINK SLEEVING

T: 01484 715111

E: info@yps.co.uk W: www.yps.co.uk

Prince of Wales Works, Armytage Road, Brighouse, West Yorkshire HD6 1QF

T: 01206

304182

www.sovereign-labelling.co.uk

E: sales@sovereign-labelling.co.uk

SHRINK TUNNELS

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

T: 01484 715111

E: info@yps.co.uk

W: www.yps.co.uk

Prince of Wales Works, Armytage Road, Brighouse, West Yorkshire HD6 1QF

SHRINK WRAPPING

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

Aetna UK Limited Oakley, Bedford, MK43 7TA

T: 01234 825050

T: +44 (0)1502 470 500 E: sales@bradmanlake.com

From Process to Pallet www.bradmanlake.com

Ilapak Ltd Uxbridge, Middlesex

UB8 2YF

T: 020 8797 2000

E: sales@ilapak.co.uk www.Ilapak.co.uk

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935

E: info@khs.com www.khs.com m

T:

Penn Packaging Ltd

Harkstead Hall Barn, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1DB

T: 01473 893990 www.penn-packaging.co.uk

E: email@penn-packaging.co.uk

Sidel UK Ltd

Silver Court Watchmead, 3, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LT

T: 01707 292820

E: enquiries.uk@sidel.com www.sidel.com

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

T: 01484 715111

E: info@yps.co.uk W: www.yps.co.uk

Prince of Wales Works, Armytage Road, Brighouse, West Yorkshire HD6 1QF

SKIN PACKAGING

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

SLEEVE FEEDERS

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

SLEEVING MACHINES

T: +44 (0)1502 470 500 E: sales@bradmanlake.com

From Process to Pallet www.bradmanlake.com

CAMA3 Ltd Suite 44, Berkeley House, Hunts Rise, South Marston Park, Swindon, Wilts, SN3 4TG

T: 01793 831111 F: 01793 831481

E: cama-UK@camagroup.com www.camagroup.com

28b Burnett Business Park, Gypsy Lane, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 2ED

T: 0117 986 5417

E: sales@keymac.co.uk www.keymac.co.uk

Kliklok International Ltd Western Drive, Bristol BS14 0AY

E: Jason.Godwin@syntegon.com

T: 01275 557639 www.syntegon.com

T: 01206

304182

www.sovereign-labelling.co.uk

CME

E: info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

Kensal Handling Systems Kensal House, President Way, Luton, LU2 9NR

T: +44 (0) 1 582 425 777 F: +44 (0) 1 582 425 776

E: sales@kensal.com www.kensal.com

SCM Handling Ltd

Broadgauge Business Park, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 3RU

T: 01823 431838 F: 01823 430806

E: sales@scmhandling.com www.scmhandling.com

STACKING

Jenton Ariana

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk

www.jentonariana.co.uk

STICK PACK MACHINES

Autopack Ltd

Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk www.auto-pack.co.uk

STRAPPING

m

3 Pendle Place, Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 9PN

T: 01695 558615 E: info@blackstarhandlingsystems.com

www.blackstarhandlingsystems.com

T: 01206

304182

STRETCH SLEEVING www.sovereign-labelling.co.uk

E: sales@sovereign-labelling.co.uk

STRETCH WRAPPERS

Aetna UK Limited

Oakley, Bedford, MK43 7TA

T: 01234 825050

E: sales.uk@robopac.com www.aetnagroup.co.uk

E: Packaging-Systems@antalis.co.uk

T: 01606 567013

W: www.antalis.co.uk

m Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT

T: 01493 257070 E: info@siat.co.uk www.siat.co.uk

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

Packaging Machinery

T: 01484 715111

E: info@yps.co.uk

W: www.yps.co.uk

Prince of Wales Works, Armytage Road, Brighouse, West Yorkshire HD6 1QF

TABLET, CAPSULE, CONFEC PRINTING

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

TAMPER EVIDENT

SLEEVING

TRAY ERECTING/PACKAGING

T: 01282 601444 E: sales@adpak.co.uk www.adpak.co.uk

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

T: +44 (0)1502 470 500 E: sales@bradmanlake.com From Process to Pallet www.bradmanlake.com

Weber Packaging Solutions

Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

THERMAL PRINTERS

Unit B, Bandet Way, Thame, Oxon, OX9 3SJ

T: 01844 213177 www.als-uk.com

ATD Marking Systems

Marley House, The Mill, Great Bowden Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DE

T: 01858 461014 F: 01858 436900

E: mail@atduk.com www.atduk.com

T: 01444 239970

E: sales@atwell-labellers.co.uk www.labeller.co.uk

Open Date Equipment Ltd

Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4DG

T: 020 8655 4999

E: sales@opendate.co.uk www.opendate.co.uk

Weber Packaging Solutions Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

THERMOFORMING

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

TRACK & TRACE m

105 Newdigate Road, Nottingham, NG16 1HN

T: 0115 875 9846

E: contact@raupack.co.uk www.raupack co uk

TRAY DENESTING SYSTEMS

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

AUTOMATION

T: +44 (0)1767 316422 E: sales@endoline-automation.com www.endoline-automation.com

ETT UK Limited Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7TD

T: 01502 470812

E: geoff@ett-uk.com www.ett-uk.com

KHS UK Limited

6 Monkspath Business Park, Highlands Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NY

T: 0121 713 6900 F: 0121 713 6935 E: info@khs.com www.khs.com

Kliklok International Ltd Western Drive, Bristol BS14 0AY

E: Jason.Godwin@syntegon.com

T: 01275 557639 www.syntegon.com

+44 (0) 1937 832921 lambert.sales@mpac-group.com www.mpac-group.com

Sidel UK Ltd Silver Court Watchmead, 3, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LT

T: 01707 292820

E: enquiries.uk@sidel.com www.sidel.com

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

TUBE FILLING

Adelphi Group Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XQ

T: 01444 472300

W: www.adelphi.uk.com

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com

www.optima-packaging.co.uk

UNSCRAMBLERS

Autopack Ltd

Unit 6, Twyford Court, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford HR2 6JR

T: 01432 800 377

E: info@auto-pack.co.uk www.auto-pack.co.uk

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

Capmatic Europa Ltd

T: UK +44 121 630 2052 / IE +353 188 31 695

E: sales@capmatic.com www.capmatic.com

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com

www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks, CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk www.propack.co.uk

VACUUM CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

Coperion K-Tron GB

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

TRAY SEALERS

Ishida Europe Ltd

Kettles Wood Drive, Woodgate Business Park, Birmingham B32 3DB

T: 0121 607 7700 F: 0121 607 7666

E: info@ishidaeurope.com www.ishidaeurope.com

Jenton International Ltd

T: +44 (0)1256 892194

E: sales@jenton.co.uk

www.jenton.co.uk

Reiser UK Ltd

The Reiser Building, Maidstone Rd, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

T: 01908 585300 F: 01908 585400

E: salesuk@reiser.com www.reiser.com

Unit 3 Malory Road, Beacon Park, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7DT, UK T: 01493 257070

E: aps.uk@westrock.com www.westrock.com/automation-uk

TUB/CUP FILLING & CLOSING MACHINES

OPTIMA Packaging Machinery PLC

Chapman Way, Hethel, Norwich NR 14 8FB

Hethel Engineering Centre

E: info-uk@optima-packaging.com www.optima-packaging.co.uk

Propack Automation Machinery Ltd

10 Hill Wootton Rd, Leek Wootton, Warwicks CV35 7QL

T: 02476 470074

E: office@propack.co.uk www.propack.co.uk

4 Acorn Business Park Stockport, Cheshire, SK4 1AS

T: 0161 209 4810

E: ckb@coperionktron.com www.coperion.com

piab

Oaks Ind. Est., Festival Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XN

T: 01509 857010 F: 01509 857011

E: info-uk@piab.com www.piab.com

TAWI UK

Unit G, Pentagon Park, Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW

T: 01604 591120

E: eh.uk.sales@piab.com www.tawi.com

VACUUM CUPS

piab

Oaks Ind. Est., Festival Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XN

T: 01509 857010 F: 01509 857011

E: info-uk@piab.com www.piab.com

TAWI UK

Unit G, Pentagon Park, Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW

T: 01604 591120

E: eh.uk.sales@piab.com www.tawi.com

VACUUM LIFTING EQUIPMENT

T: 01202 307700

E: info@packline.co.uk www.packline.co.uk

TAWI UK

Unit G,

www.tawi.com

VACUUM TRANSFER SYSTEMS

Coperion K-Tron GB

4 Acorn Business Park, Stockport, Cheshire, SK4 1AS

T: 0161 209 4810

E: ckb@coperionktron.com www.coperion.com

piab Oaks Ind. Est., Festival Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XN

T: 01509 857010 F: 01509 857011

E: info-uk@piab.com www.piab.com

VERIFICATION

Weber Packaging Solutions Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1HD

T: 01875 611 111 F: 01875 613 310

E: sales@weber.co.uk www.weber.co.uk

VIBRATORY BOWL FEEDERS

Paramount Packaging Systems

T: 01252 815252

E: fuji@paramount-packaging.co.uk www.paramount-packaging.co.uk

E: sales@rileyautomation.com

T: 01332 275850 www.rileyautomation.com

RNA AUTOMATIONLTD

Birmingham B35 7AG

T: 0121 749 2566

E: sales@rnaautomation.com www.rnaautomation.com

TM Robotics Ltd

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 1JG

T: 01707 290370

E: sales@tmrobotics.co.uk www.tmrobotics.co.uk

VIBRATORY WEIGHERS

VISION COMPONENTS

T: 01428 748874 M: 0753 1122211

E: info@alliedvision.com www.alliedvision.com

IDS

Farnham GU9 7EQ 01252 916656

IMPERX, Inc.

Florida, 33487, USA

T: (+1)-561-989-0006

E: sales@imperx.com www.imperx.com

VISION – END OF LINE INSPECTION

T: +31 (0)348 410 999 E: sales@blueprintautomation.nl www.blueprintautomation.com

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