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.
Packaging Automation Eclipse tray heat sealing range
02 March, 2010 | Supplied by: MPI Australia Pty Ltd
Packaging Automation has released the Eclipse TL6 Twin Lane high-speed tray heat sealing system which has been specifically designed for reliability and performance.
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.
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.
Superformer SF1 automatic in-line case erector
02 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Emrich Industries Pty Ltd
Emrich Industries has the Superformer SF1 automatic in-line case erector available for rent. The SF1 machines erect RSC cases, fold the bottom flaps and close them with tape.
Perfect Packaging FP 200 horizontal wrapping machine
02 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Perfect Packaging
Perfect Packaging has released the FP 200, an electronic continuous box motion horizontal wrapping machine.
Mesutronic Transmetron 05 CI metal detector
01 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Perfect Packaging
The Mesutronic Transmetron 05 CI metal detector is suitable for inspecting products along a conveyor belt.
Banner Engineering iVu bar code reader
01 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty Ltd
Banner Engineering’s iVu bar code reader (BCR) is claimed to be the first industrial touch-screen bar code reader. It reads 11 industry-standard bar codes to facilitate advanced traceability - a critical strategy for ensuring high product quality in packaging, material handling, pharmaceutical and many industrial applications.
