Krones Vinetta labeller
06 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Krones (Thailand) Co Ltd
The Krones Vinetta labeller was developed specifically for the needs of mid-tier bottlers. The machine is available in sizes rated at 4000 and 8000 containers an hour.
Primera Technology FX1200 digital label finishing system
04 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Peacock Bros Pty Ltd
The Primera Technology FX1200 digital label finishing system is an offline label production machine that accepts up to 305 mm OD rolls of printed output from digital label presses such as the company’s CX1200 digital colour label press.
CCL Industries TripleS stretch sleeve applicator systems
04 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Krones (Thailand) Co Ltd
CCL Industries has signed a licensing agreement with Krones AG to develop and market TripleS stretch sleeve applicator systems for common global customers in the soft drinks market.
I Spy Pies uses X-rays
04 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Accuweigh Pty Ltd
A food X-ray machine is in use at the I Spy Pies processing plant at Maroochydore. The machine is installed on the pie line to ensure the company’s pies are free of physical contaminants.
Labelling equipment upgrade at Goodman Fielder
04 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Aldus - Tronics Pty Ltd
Goodman Fielder’s plant at Mascot in New South Wales has made a gain from a modest investment, by upgrading its labelling equipment on the bottle labelling line. The outlay has delivered an annual saving with a payback in around six months, achieved with the additional equipment.
Induction sealer helps Catania-Spagna go green
03 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Splatt Engineering Group
Catania-Spagna packages and processes cooking oils ranging from vegetable to fine olive oil, servicing the retail, restaurant, bulk and export food industry. It operates four packaging lines to keep up with demand, two of which rely on induction sealing technology.
Comarme Gem 520 semi-automatic taping machine
03 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Perfect Packaging
The Comarme Gem 520 semi-automatic taping machine can be used to seal, with adhesive tape, the upper and lower parts of fixed-format boxes with manual adjustment. It is suitable for sealing fixed-format boxes and with the addition of two accessories becomes a complete packing station.
Aseptic form fill seal for Nestlé China’s mini milk portions
03 May, 2010 | Supplied by: HBM Packaging Technologies
Nestlé China has chosen Benco Pack to supply an aseptic form-fill-seal machine for its new range of UHT milk cream mini portions.
Oxygen scavengers keep Greenseas fresh
18 March, 2010
An ingenious microwaveable packaging solution is extending the ambient shelf life of one of HJ Heinz Company Australia Limited’s Greenseas product ranges.
VFFS packaging machine for WA bakery
15 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Accuweigh Pty Ltd
A vertical form fill seal (VFFS) packaging machine was recently commissioned for Noonans Bakery in the Perth suburb of Canning Vale. Accuweigh’s VFFS machine is being used for packaging soup mixes and croutons and is proving to be considerably faster than the previous packaging equipment installed at the factory.
Metal detection machine for Perth bakery
15 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Accuweigh Pty Ltd
A metal detection machine was recently commissioned for Mias Bakery in Perth. The machine ensures the company’s bread is free of potential metal contamination as required by its internal quality assurance processes.
Heuft moCheck empty mould inspection system
03 March, 2010 | Supplied by: JW Industrial Instruments Pty Ltd
The Heuft moCheck empty mould inspection system can be used to identify product residue in empty moulds used for the production of chocolate, toffees, sweets and fondants. This prevents the risk of soiling due to the liquid product overflowing, precludes contamination due to non-brand contents and ensures the microbiological purity of the end product.
Sick CLV6xx barcode scanner platform
02 March, 2010 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
The CLV6xx barcode scanner platform from Sick offers customised solutions all the way to the high-end segment. Besides maximum reading results, other features include the intuitive parameterisation and user interface, as well as the manifold possibilities for network and fieldbus integration.
Sirane Sira-Cook films
02 March, 2010 | Supplied by: BioPak
Sirane has launched Sira-Cook as part of a move into film packaging. Sira-Cook is a range of innovative bags, pouches and films for packaging and cooking foods in microwaves and conventional ovens.
Sidel Skyward and Curvy hot-fillable PET bottles
02 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Sidel Oceania Pty Ltd
At less than 19 g for 0.5 L, Sidel’s hot-fillable PET bottles, the Skyward and Curvy, are claimed to beat the world record for lightweighting.
