Filling & Packaging

Sweets with a twist

Eric Aasen from Syntegon Packaging Technology, represented by Nupac in Australia, discusses trends, production requirements and packaging technology solutions for cannabis gummies.

Beverage packaging solution specialist Sidel has opened a new hub dedicated to PET recycling at its small-scale PET recycling pilot line in Octeville, France. Through the hub, Sidel will develop advanced knowledge about the recycling of food-contact PET bottles.

Guido Spix will give up his role as Multivac's joint group president with Christian Traumann to preside over the company as both group president and spokesman, and three new directors to be appointed to the management team

In ready-to-eat salads, consumers want inspiring combinations with new and exciting ingredients and packaging is becoming a key factor in their purchase decision. Heat & Control looks at some of the latest solutions from Ishida.

At IBIE 2022, Cama will showcase its next-gen AR technology, along with innovative secondary packaging and primary product handling systems for bakery and snack food companies.

The story of tna’s journey from Australian packaging equipment pioneer to global giant is as inspiring as it is heart-warming, with the company’s success mirrored by its generous philanthropic pursuits.

SMC ANZ partnered with Graintec, one of Australia’s leading manufacturers of food, feed and seed manufacturing equipment and turnkey plants, as part of its latest baghouse project.

Beverage filling and packaging machinery specialist KHS Pacific had a strong showing at AUSPACK, with a high interest in its new paper-based open-top and closed-top systems for cans. We spoke to MD Jens Kautzky and GM - Sales, Houman Tarash.

Haver & Boecker, along with its technology subsidiaries Feige Filling, Aventus and Haver Automation, will be showcasing its latest machines at German processing trade show Achema in August.

A highlight of the BW Packaging Systems stand at AUSPACK 2022 was its tech for craft beer filling and seaming – the Pneumatic Scale Angelus CB50F.

When iconic Australian beverage company Bickford’s was launching two new PET formats for its premium syrup and juice brands, it turned to Sidel to convert its existing aseptic filling line.

Australian packaging machinery manufacturer Foodmach has splashed out more than half a million dollars on a laser cutting system for its 5200 square metre factory in Echuca, Victoria.

With the focus on finding alternatives to single-use plastic rings for can packs, AUSPACK exhibitor Krones highlights LitePac Top as an eco-friendly, sustainable alternative.

The latest packaging solution from AUSPACK exhibitor KHS, which wraps beverage cans in paper instead of film, can be retrofitted to existing Innopack machines.

Syntegon, locally partnered with Nupac, expands portfolio for coffee packaging machines with the release of the new PMX for ground coffee and whole beans.

Proseal’s CP3 automatic case packing system has helped leading berry specialists Angus Soft Fruits to extend its capabilities, and has now handled over eight million trays since it started operation.