Drinking-fudge dispenser gives Maxi-yum effect
09 September, 2014 | Supplied by: Rieke Packaging Systems AustraliaUK fudge specialist Fudge Kitchen chose the Maxi Dispenser from Rieke Dispensing for the catering version of its highly viscous Drinking Fudge.
Labels ain't labels: a label is a complex technical construction
04 September, 2014Delivering a label is not just a matter of printing it. It involves a complex value chain that also spans the material to be printed and the machinery to apply it - whatever the technology employed.
QuickLabel Systems Kiaro! 200 wide-width inkjet colour label printer
01 September, 2014 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdThe QuickLabel Systems Kiaro! 200 wide-width inkjet colour label printer is suitable for the short-run labelling needs of manufacturers of large-size products within the chemical, dietary supplement and food industries.
Cider brand looks to glass for an image upgrade
26 August, 2014 | Supplied by: O-I Asia Pacific
When looking to differentiate their cider in an increasingly competitive category, a US winery chose to relaunch the product in a shareable 750 ml glass bottle.
Cardia establishes Brazilian manufacturing plant
12 August, 2014 | Supplied by: Cardia BioplasticsDue to high demand for its retail carry bags, Cardia Bioplastics has set up its own film and bag manufacturing plant in São Paulo, Brazil. The company has leased new purpose-built facilities and plans to commence operations in September 2014.
SIPA installs Cambodia's first natural mineral water plant
12 August, 2014 | Supplied by: HBM Packaging TechnologiesKulen Water, Cambodia's first mineral water plant, selected SIPA to install a SFL 6/6 linear stretch blow moulding machine in the plant.
US craft brewer automates bottle packaging process
12 August, 2014 | Supplied by: HBM Packaging TechnologiesThe Fort Collins Brewery in Colorado, US, upgraded its facility with a range of machinery, including packaging equipment from Pearson Packaging Systems.
Damrak gin gets a new look for the US market
12 August, 2014 | Supplied by: O-I Asia PacificLucas Bols wanted to develop a line extension of its Damrak Dutch Gin as it sought to develop sales in the US, where sales of premium gins are on the rise, and in other selected European markets.
Marel OCM9500 waterproof box labeller
11 August, 2014 | Supplied by: Marel Australia Pty LtdMarel's OCM9500 box and crate labeller has been upgraded with a waterproof chassis and indicator to withstand full washdown to IP69K.
The RIC Group announced as GS1 Aust Associate Alliance Partner
06 August, 2014 | Supplied by: GS1 AustraliaThe RIC Group has been announced as an Associate Alliance Partner with GS1 Australia. The mobile applications company helps SMEs take advantage of the GS1 system with its warehouse management solutions (WMS).
'Smooth as silk' filling machine for Tofutown
05 August, 2014 | Supplied by: Visy Industries
Tofutown has become one of Europe's leading producers of meat and dairy alternatives manufactured from plant sources. The company uses filling technology from SIG Combibloc and uses a CFA 310 filling machine for its range of soy and rice drinks.
Eagle Product Inspection upgrades SimulTask PRO image analysis software
05 August, 2014 | Supplied by: Food Processing Equipment Pty LtdEagle Product Inspection has made enhancements to its SimulTask PRO image analysis software, to incorporate seal integrity, fill-level inspection, check weighing and component count features.
Successful open house for Jet Technologies
29 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Jet TechnologiesJet Technologies had an impressive turnout at its open house event last Friday, with more than 120 visitors dropping by throughout the day to view the newly refurbished office and tour the warehouse and demo centre.
Sacmi Labelling FormSleeve+ System labelling system
22 July, 2014 | Supplied by: HBM Packaging TechnologiesThe FormSleeve+ labelling system, from Sacmi Labelling, is said to be capable of up to a 20% reduction in the cost of materials and labelling speeds of up to 50,000 bph.
Ishida DACS checkweighers
10 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Heat and Control Pty LtdIshida DACS checkweighers reliably inspect the accuracy of upstream filling and casepacking.