Esko Australia 'kitchen to shelf pack' system

Esko Australia has available a complete system for filling, thermal processing, product handling and packaging.

The WALDNER Dosomat filler uses precision techniques for tub filling of liquids and solids.  Suitable for dairy, fruit or pet food, the filler is able to denest, fill, seal and barcode every tub in one machine. An ELAU servo drive provides high-speed movements with no spillage, while data feedback from the checkweigher ensures no underweight filling.

Mespic’s robotic automation picks and places rigid or flexibles for end-packing or retort trays ready for thermal processing.

Batch retorting in a Steriflow achieves an efficient thermal process by using cascading water to shower the can, pouch or pack, transferring heat from superheated water into the product. As this is done under pressure, the water remains liquid with minimal evaporation. The result is product pasteurisation or shelf-stable application.

Through real-time logging, the retort can record every step of the process and control temperatures, pressures and cooling, resulting in a product that is cooked safely and quickly while maintaining quality and flavours. Energy savings are available through water/condensate recuperation. The retort provides an in-built QA system that monitors every aspect of the process and generates FDA/AQIS approved reports.

The Mespic/Imball all-in-one packer is able to form, pack and close the carton in one machine, using a small footprint. The carbon fibre arm construction enables a smaller, less powerful motor to be used for the picking actions.