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http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/conveyor_systems/intralox/press5.html Thu, 30 Jul 2008 14:42:49 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/conveyor_systems/intralox/press5.html Intralox Introduces New and Improved Website Intralox introduced the launch of its new and improved website at www.intralox.com. Designed to maximize functionality and simplify navigation in an attractive design, the new website is spacious, highly organised, and complete with an abundance of photos, videos, and information about Intralox cost-saving solutions for manufacturers. Supporting customers worldwide, the website is currently available in nine languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Chinese and Japanese, and will include additional languages in the near future. Created on a new technology platform, Intralox's new website enables prompt creation and revision of content, providing customers continuous access to up-to-the-minute information. Customers can obtain information about the unique, customized services provided by Intralox, such as the Spiralox(R) Optimization Solutions program, as well as information about the newest innovative products offered by Intralox for their industry. Identifying the series and style of an Intralox belt is now easier than ever with the improved “Belt Identifier” section of the Intralox website. Featuring all Intralox products, this section of the website assists customers in correctly identifying a belt type in three easy steps. If needed, 2D CAD drawings of belt modules, sprockets, and accessories are available for download. In the near future, 3D CAD drawings will be available for download as well. Customers can also access information about Intralox's guarantees and lead times, request quotes, and obtain customer service contact information. With the new, “Call Me” feature, customers can request a call from an Intralox customer service specialist for their industry and will be contacted within a short period of time. And, for those interested in a career with Intralox, a complete career section is available, providing information about the working environment at Intralox as a whole, as well as personal testimonials from Intralox employees, and finally, listing all positions available with Intralox, globally. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/materials/ubcfilmsplc/press20.html Tue, 28 Jul 2008 16:29:35 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/materials/ubcfilmsplc/press20.html NATUREFLEX(TM) BARKS UP THE RIGHT TREE FOR DOG BISCUIT PRODUCER Innovia Films' biodegradable and compostable flexible material, NatureFlex(TM) has been chosen as part of the packaging for a new range of all natural, organic dog biscuits produced in the USA. Based in Stockton Springs, Maine, Barkwheats(TM) Dog Biscuits was founded in November 2007 by Chris Roberts. He decided to make not only tasty hand crafted organic treats for dogs, but ones which used locally sourced ingredients, offered a solution to the waste stream created by purchasing those treats and was also suitable for humans to consume. NatureFlex(TM) was an obvious choice for the packaging as the film begins life as a natural product - wood and breaks down in a home compost bin (or industrial compost environment) within a matter of weeks - yet also offers advantages for packing and converting such as inherent deadfold and anti-static properties, high gloss and transparency, resistance to grease and oil, good barrier to gases and aromas and a wide heat-seal range. In this application, NatureFlex(TM) NE film is converted into liner bags by Pak Sel of Portland, Oregon. Outlining why Barkwheats selected NatureFlex(TM), Chris said: “The major reason I chose products offered by Innovia Films is the compostability aspect. I needed a bag to package my dog biscuits that offered great heat sealing capabilities, was inexpensive, and compostable. Not an easy thing to accomplish, but Innovia did that all! The fact that NatureFlex(TM) carries a compostability certification is an enormous advantage. Our company was founded on principles of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Innovia has helped us attain all of our goals and keep it within a price point that is easily accessible to any business, large or small.” Barkwheats(TM) Dog Biscuits are available in two tasty flavours - Sea Veg and Chamomile and Ginger and Parsley. Up to 97% of the ingredients are Maine sourced human grade organic - buckwheat, parsley, sea veg, eggs and honey. The company is also allergy aware as its products are grain-free and contain no soy, corn or gluten. All NatureFlex(TM) films are cellulose based, derived from renewable wood pulp and are certified to meet both the European EN13432 and American ASTM D6400 standards for compostable packaging. The wood-pulp is sourced from managed plantations from referenced suppliers operating Good Forestry principals (FSC or equivalent). NatureFlex(TM) films typically have a renewable biobased content of some 95% by weight of material. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/conveyor_systems/intralox/press4.html Fri, 24 Jul 2008 11:01:08 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/conveyor_systems/intralox/press4.html Increase Efficiency and Cost Effectiveness with Intralox Spiralox® Optimization Solutions Representatives from Intralox, will present proven, cost-effective spiral belting solutions in Booth 23091 at Process Expo International 2008, November 9 - 13, in Chicago, IL. Intralox Spiral team members are among the most knowledgeable in the business, providing customers with solutions to increase efficiency and reduce total cost of spiral ownership. Food processors around the world save hundreds of thousands of dollars annually with Intralox's revolutionary line of Spiralox(R) belting for cooling, freezing, proofing, or other applications. Versatile and reliable, Spiralox belting is available in a variety of turning radiuses, including 1.1, 1.6, 2.2, and 3.2. Delivering significant advantages over competing technologies, Spiralox belting has been proven to eliminate unscheduled downtime, reduce product waste, and increase product throughput. Spiralox optimization is the solution for projects that have ample potential, but few retrofit management resources. The Intralox Spiral team has developed solutions to cost-effectively optimize existing spiral efficiency in large-scale retrofits by eliminating production line bottlenecks. With Spiralox optimization solutions, Intralox assumes complete responsibility for helping customers to achieve peak spiral performance, delivering the benefits of over 100 years of combined retrofit experience to ensure optimal design and performance. Overall risk is greatly reduced with Intralox spiral optimization audits. To ensure optimal utilization of spiral design and function, Intralox spiral specialists conduct thorough assessments of technical details and analysis of the production process, the spiral machine, and the optimization implementation. In addition, follow-up audits are conducted post-installation to ensure success. Combined with Intralox's 'No Cure No Pay' guarantee, a non-prorated multi-year belting warranty, a component warranty, labor warranty, and belt performance warranty, Intralox Spiralox optimization solutions ensure a no-risk method of retrofitting spiral conveyors to achieve maximum efficiency. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/thermo/press26.html Thu, 23 Jul 2008 10:51:51 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/thermo/press26.html Thermo Fisher Scientific Unveils New APEX Metal Detectors and Systems Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, today announced the new Thermo Scientific APEX 300 metal detectors, offering high sensitivity in a small, easy to install package. These new APEX models are also available in complete drop through (D) and pipeline (P) systems, making integration into a production line easy and fast. Specifically designed for food and beverage applications, the APEX 300 is ideal for bulk flow and piped products. Due to its small size, the APEX 300 is also offered in combination with the Thermo Scientific VersaWeigh checkweigher, creating a state-of-the-art integrated weighing and contaminant detection system. The new metal detectors build on the trusted APEX(TM) family of products, currently installed in more than 1,500 systems around the world. The APEX 300 specifically addresses a new class of applications by handling fast-moving gravity fed or piped products without sacrificing sensitivity. Designed with new signal processing algorithms, the APEX 300 is optimized for high-speed scanning and detection of contaminants. The unique multi-coil design (patent-pending) of the APEX 300 delivers the highest level of sensitivity possible in a compact, lightweight design. “This is a significant expansion of the APEX line - we've integrated the accuracy and reliability of our metal detectors for conveyors into many different models designed for the challenging drop-through and pipeline applications,” said Bob Ries, product manager for Thermo Fisher Scientific. “With this step, we're offering our customers new ways to apply leading APEX technology to ensure food safety and protect their brands.” All APEX 300 metal detectors have a hygienic design, which allows for easy wash down and cleaning. In bulk flow and pipeline applications this eliminates the chance of cross-contamination during product changeover. The detector's rugged touch screen has no removable parts, which translates to lower maintenance and, ultimately, a lower total cost of ownership. Givaudan, a global fragrance and flavorings producer that served as a beta tester, installed an APEX 300 drop-through application in December 2007. "The APEX 300 is the most reliable metal detector in our operation," said Tim Pignato, maintenance supervisor at Givaudan's Itasca, IL facility. Key benefits of the Thermo Scientific APEX 300 include: Compact design: enables simple installation and easy maintenance without sacrificing performance Maximum sensitivity: results in fewer false rejects because of Thermo Fisher Scientific's patent pending, multi-coil design and new application-specific software Increased flexibility: with a wide variety of sizes and types, the APEX 300 can be used in drop-through and pipeline applications as well checkweigher combination systems Patented AuditCheck: enables continuous monitoring of metal detector sensitivity performance, eliminating the need for manual metal detector audits Available in complete systems (D and P): minimizes time and cost to install a metal detector by including all product handling and rejection functions http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/materials/ubcfilmsplc/press19.html Wed, 22 Jul 2008 16:33:30 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/materials/ubcfilmsplc/press19.html NatureFlex Part of Packaging First Down Under Innovia Films' biodegradable, compostable and flexible packaging material, NatureFlex™ is an integral part of a packaging first for an Australian gingerbread biscuit producer. Based in the Blue Mountains in New South Wales, Gingerbread Folk is the brainchild of former architect, turned biscuit-maker, Karen Sharman and her husband, Dominic Mason. Two years ago they decided to make their gingerbread business as sustainable as possible from the sourcing of the ingredients through to the packaging. The NatureFlex™ pack used for the Gingerbread Folk range of biscuits is the first of its kind in Australia to be certified compostable and carries the 'seedling' logo to confirm this. To be certified the material must undergo a stringent test regime, carried out by independent accredited laboratories only, in order to confirm that their inclusion will have no negative effect on soil or compost quality. NatureFlex™ was an obvious solution for the packaging as the film begins life as a natural product - wood and breaks down in a home compost bin (or industrial compost environment) within a matter of weeks - yet also offers advantages for packing and converting such as inherent deadfold and anti-static properties, high gloss and transparency, resistance to grease and oil, good barrier to gases and aromas and a wide heat-seal range. Outlining why Gingerbread Folk opted for NatureFlex™, Karen said, "We were looking for environmentally sound packaging to compliment our all natural gingerbread and ethical business philosophy. We tried many films but loved the look and feel of NatureFlex™ and found the material's properties the most suitable for our purposes. The key factor was home-compostability because we wanted to show the Australian public that it was OK to put these bags in their own home compost bins." All NatureFlex™ films are cellulose based, derived from renewable wood pulp and are certified to meet both the European EN13432 and American ASTM D6400 standards for compostable packaging. The wood-pulp is sourced from managed plantations from referenced suppliers operating Good Forestry principals (FSC or equivalent). NatureFlex™ films typically have a renewable biobased content of some 95% by weight of material. Packsys, an Australian based company, is the converter of the NatureFlex™ film in this application and achieved the certified compostable status for the Gingerbread Folk pack. Clive Jacobs of Packsys said, “Being one of the first Australasian companies to achieve the DinCertco certification shows our commitment to compostable packaging. As a plastic packaging converter we have an obligation and responsibility to promote and advise our customers of the compostable and sustainable substrates available. NatureFlex™ out of all the available materials suits itself extremely well to automated production like flow-wrapping or bag making. The material requires very little machine adjustment and can run in harmony with conventional materials through the same machine. NatureFlex™ is also a very easy material to print and convert. Speeds are not reduced so conversion costs remain on par with other substrates.” http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press71.html Tue, 21 Jul 2008 17:10:12 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press71.html Recruiting New Agents Labthink is devoted into the research concerning packaging testing technology and the development of laboratory, which includes its world known high polymer permeation laboratory. Labthink provides a wide variety of testing instruments, services and consultation for industries of flexible packaging, printing, adhesive and automotive nonmetal. Having served more than three thousand customers worldwide, we Labthink enjoy excellent reputation for our research capability, lab facilities, leading manufacture expertise, core technology, and optimum solutions in the field of flexible packaging testing. Along with the development of Labthink and increasing requirement from more regions in the world, currently, we tend to develop new long-term relationship agents, which could guarantee our products have professional after service and good for Labthink brand establishment. On the other hand, we will also supply strong support to help our agent find target market and supply them with professional industry schemes. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press69.html Tue, 21 Jul 2008 17:06:31 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press69.html COF-P01 Inclined Surface Coefficient of Friction Tester It is applicable in the slipping coefficient of friction tests for the paper, plastic film and foil. It can be used to adjust the slip properties and the running speed of the packing machine according to the application requirement of the products. Characteristics include Comply with various international standards Various standard testing methods are optional Precise angle measurement, high in accuracy Wide testing range and application area Full automatic tests, free from manual operation Flexible motor system, stable running Motor of continuously variable speed transmission, easy to realize the standard and non-standard tests Micro computer processes the testing data, micro- printer prints out the result LCD display, all procedure, data and parameters are clear. Double protecting designs of hardware and software, reliable system Friendly human-machine communication, easy to operate. Standard RS 232 port, can communicate with computers Professional software supports, complete functions with network port, supports TCP/IP, data could be shared in the local area network and the internet. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press68.html Tue, 21 Jul 2008 16:59:09 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press68.html TOY-C1 Film &Package Oxygen Permeability Tester TOY-C1 flm and package oxygen permeability tester is designed and manufactured according to ASTM F1307 , ASTM D 3985 , ASTM F 1927, JIS K 7126 , ISO15105-2, and so on, it is applicable in oxygen permeability test of plastic films and finished packages (such as plastic bottles and plastic pouches) in air or in 100% oxygen. Characteristics include: Equal pressure principle which is more like actual production High resolution, accurate test data Two test models such as package and film, and easy to change Professional software, perspicuous test course Test data is stored forever, easy to search and compare. Users can get other gas permeation data by Labthink's technical support Multifold functions in one Employs the best elements in the world, steady and reliable running LCD shows test parameters, friendly human-equipment interaction design Keep running while power down, free from the interference of power down Compatible with ISO, ASTM and various oxygen transmission test standards The Principle of this device is based on high pure oxygen flowing on one side of the film, high pure nitrogen flows on the other side of the film. Oxygen molecule passes the film into the nitrogen of another side, and is taken to the sensor by the flowing nitrogen. The transmission of oxygen can be tested by analyzing the concentration of oxygen detected by sensor. As for packaging container, nitrogen flows in the container, air or high pure oxygen covers the outside of the container. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press70.html Tue, 21 Jul 2008 16:48:45 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press70.html FIT-01 Film Impact Tester Film impact tester is applicable in the impact resistance test of plastic films, foils, laminated films, aluminum foils and etc. it is a necessary testing instrument for foodstuff, pharmaceutical, cosmetic packaging corporation, research center, institute and etc. Characteristics include: Electronic design, micro computer controls, calculates results automatically Original and considerate design, safe operation Automatic testing, good repeatability, and little human intervention Testing data collected at a high speed, accurate and reliable . Pneumatic clamping evenly, and pneumatic releasing, results is more accurate Large LCD displays, testing process, data and parameters clear at a glance Assistant system of horizontal adjustment by computer. Microcomputer works out the statistic data, micro-printer prints out the report Rang can be adjusted, easy to operate, improving test accuracy. Standard RS232, communicated with PC Friend human-equipment interface, easy to operate and communicate Optional software realizes the data analyses, processes and printing http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/machinery/packsys/press7.html Tue, 14 Jul 2008 14:38:40 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/machinery/packsys/press7.html Alltub Selects Packsys Global as Its Technology Partner in Latin America PackSys Global (PSG) today announced that it has been selected by Alltub to supply several high-speed lines for the manufacture of collapsible aluminium tubes. The lines will be installed at the newly acquired Alltub Mexico (former Santa Clara), further extending its position as the global market leader. PSG will manufacture and deliver the lines to Alltub over a multi-year period beginning in early 2009. The lines, which incorporate PSG's newest developments as well as the latest microprocessor technology, are designed to further enhance Alltub's cost position. Rajiv Santwan, president of PSG, commented: "We are pleased that after intensively reviewing all options that Alltub selected our technology. PSG aluminium tube lines will successfully serve Alltub's ambition to consolidate their leading position on this competitive market." Laurent Musitelli, president of the Alltub Group, said, "Alltub is the global leader in aluminium tubes, which we have achieved by offering the market the most competitive products with the highest level of quality and service. The commitment to purchase lines from PSG is another significant step by Alltub to strengthen our global leadership and comply with our customers' expectations in terms of performance, costs and quality." http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/closures/bericap/press23.html Tue, 14 Jul 2008 09:50:25 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/closures/bericap/press23.html Brands, the Most Valuable Asset Companies Own, Need Protection Brands have been built up through investment in research, design and quality, furthermore in creating and maintaining consumer satisfaction and loyalty - which is at the heart of the success of manufacturers of branded goods. Trust in the quality and safety of brands is fundamental to consumer loyalty. Counterfeiting erodes consumer trust in brands, What was in the past only a problem for designer goods and the technical industry became now also a problem for agro chemical products. Farmers believing to have bought a genuine pesticide, when in fact it was a fake, blame their suppliers or the producers of the genuine product, when it fails. This causes a loss of trust on the one side and loss of business on the suppliers side. As closure supplier to the agro chemical industry, with its unique requirements, Bericap is increasingly challenged by its globally acting agro customers to put more focus on the problem of counterfeiting. The industry spurs on devoting more R&D resources in finding closure solutions, which safeguards against increasing infringements of their intellectual property rights. Fighting this counterfeiting problem, teamwork is required between packaging specialists of the agro chemical companies and suppliers like Bericap. With its reputation for technical know-how and an in-depth understanding of the market, built up over more than two decades, Bericap is in constant dialogue with leading companies of the industry and places strong emphasis on the development of creative closure solutions and improvements. Answering the request of the agro chemical industry a range of closures providing a slit tamper evident band have been developed, which cover most of the current neck diameters, used by the industry. The slit T/E band responds to the appeal of the industry for better brand protection as it is difficult to copy the band technology. A specific feature is the drop down T/E band, creating a visible gap between closure and T/E band after unscrewing the closure. A further protection are closures with clipped-in and freely rotating liners, which allow for the insertion of all sorts of seals such as special vent- or customised hologram types. Another substantial contribution to protect the IPRs of brand owners are closures offering a top print, company logo embossments and special customised labels. Bericap closures are worldwide available by means of centralised R&D facilities, complemented by decentralised production, close to our customer base. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/printing/upm/press3.html Tue, 14 Jul 2008 09:16:43 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/printing/upm/press3.html UPM Raflatac's Market Leading Mid-Gloss Paper Upgraded into Raflacoat Plus UPM Raflatac has taken its market leading mid-gloss paper, Raflacoat, and made it even better. The result of this continuous product development is Raflacoat Plus. Available throughout Europe, this new machine-coated 80g mid-gloss paper is stronger and more rigid, meaning less downtime, less waste and faster conversion speeds. The new, even printing surface contributes to a precise and consistent print quality. Raflacoat Plus is suitable for all conventional printing methods. With its increased opacity and higher degree of print contrast, Raflacoat Plus provides brighter colours and better printing definition, thus enabling better-looking labels and even more complex designs. Updated product codes and more technical information on Raflacoat Plus is available on UPM Raflatac's website or the nearest UPM Raflatac sales office. Pictures are available on request from UPM Raflatac Communications. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/converting/krelus/press4.html Sat, 11 Jul 2008 16:58:49 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/converting/krelus/press4.html KRELUS-MINI - Full Area Modular Infrared-heaters KRELUS-MINI - full area modular infrared-heaters - uniform setting - edge zone setting - individual setting. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/machinery/pac/press7.html Sat, 11 Jul 2008 10:40:24 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/machinery/pac/press7.html PAC Machinery Group has a 'Blast' with Environmentally Sensitive Company BlastBag's innovative waste containment bag sealed by PMG's Vertrod sealer helps to protect the environment. With a strong focus on developing a product that protects the environment, BlastBag turned to PAC Machinery Group's Vertrod for a powerful heat sealing machine that would aid in the creation of their polyethelene bags. Vertrod's 96in sealer has helped to get the innovative company BlastBag of LaPorte, Texas, off and running. BlastBag, creates polyethelene containment devices that fit on the heads of heat exchangers to contain wastewater. Lee Wallace, vice president of operations for BlastBag, who has worked in the chemical industry for over 20 years, says that he chose the Vertrod machine to perform the heavy-duty sealing needed to create the bags for BlastBag. "PMG's Vertrod machine is integral to BlastBag," says Wallace. "The 96in Vertrod is longer than normal and gives more heat which allows us to use thicker material and make longer seals for BlastBag. We could not live without PMG's support both in the sales and technical areas." The BlastBag allows for wastewater to be collected until it can be routed to a choice of containment for proper disposal. The BlastBag contains overspray and protects equipment, piping and people. The BlastBag is used for heating industries, chemical plants, refinement facilities and power generation plants. The bags can also be used for other kinds of applications such as general pipe cleanout, vapor traps and dust control. "Most companies do not always have a way to trap the wastewater, so wastewater seeps into the ground," says Wallace. "Now, with the BlastBag, wastewater is contained until it can be properly disposed of. The BlastBag helps to protect the environment, the personnel operating the machinery and the equipment itself." PMG fosters strong relationships with businesses to ensure our customers are well supported. "Not only do we provide technical expertise but we work side-by-side with businesses to develop and craft solutions that fit their application," says Serge Berguig, president of PMG. PAC Machinery Group (PMG), based out of San Rafael, California, is comprised of three long-time packaging machinery companies. Member companies include Vertrod, creator of thermal impulse sealing; Audion Automation which makes automatic baggers, shrink and skin packaging machines; Converting Technology Inc., which manufactures a wide variety of stock and pre-printed bags; and Packaging Aids Corporation which manufactures vacuum gas flush sealers, vacuum chambers, and specialty bag sealers since 1962. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press67.html Thu, 09 Jul 2008 10:25:30 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/inspecting/labthink/press67.html Electrolytic Detection Method Water Vapor Permeability Tester Electrolytic detection water vapor permeability tester is applicable to water vapor permeability test of packaging materials such as plastic films, laminated films, etc, and many kinds of barrier packaging materials in pharmaceutical industry. By measuring the water vapor transmission rate, technical index of products (packaging materials e.g.) can be controlled and adjusted, in order to meet different demands in product application. Characteristics Electrolytic principle, high precision and automatic testing Highly sensitive system, accurate and reliable test data Three independent test chambers respective test data Non-stop test,with the highest test efficiency Users can select the test mode from several options Controllable humidity and temperature, easy to realize several test environment,and no strict requirement to lab environment Novel and unique method of sample clamping, convenient and reliable Large LCD screen display, test data clear at a glance Made of high-quality and world-famous parts, stable and reliable performance Human-equipment interaction, easy to operate RS-232 standard port communication Test process controlled by computer, one-key operation Professional software support, perspicuous test process shown by curves Principle Clamp the specimen between dry and humid chambers. Due to the humidity difference between the two sides of the specimen, water vapor permeates from high humidity chamber to the low one. And in the low humidity chamber, water vapor is brought to sensor by dry carrier gas; at the meantime, the sensor generates electrolytic signals. By analyzing and calculating those signals, the water vapor transmission rate and permeability coefficient of the material can be determined. Technical Data Test range: 0.001~50g/m2*24h(normal) / 0.01~1,000g/m2*24h(optional) Temp. control range: 5°C~95°C Temp. control accuracy: +/-0.1°C Humidity control range: 100%RH,0%RH, 2%RH~98.5%RH(saturated salt solutions)standard 90%RH Carrier gas flux: 100ml/min No. of specimens: 1~3 pieces Test area: 50cm2(single chamber) Specimen size: F100mm Specimen thickness: 1mm(thicker specimen needs accessories) Carrier gas: 99.999% high pure nitrogen Dimension: 820mm(L)×600mm(B)×425mm(H) Power: AC 220V 50Hz/60Hz Net weight: 81kg Standards ISO 15106-3, DIN 53122-2, YBB 00092003 Configuration Standard: mainframe, temperature controller, valves and pipes for nitrogen feeding, desiccant, sample cutter, vacuum grease, software, communication cable, porous ceramic plate. Note: users provide test gas, distilled water and salt reagent themselves. It is better to use server instead of the common computer. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/closures/glt Wed, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/closures/glt GLT Laserstans Nordic Dispenser is a branch of GLT-Laserstans, producing tape dispensers of many different sizes and formats. We have a large assortment of hand dispensers, bag sealing dispensers, bench dispensers, dispensers for double-sided tape and some special dispensers. Our dispensers are mainly made of plate, steel and aluminum. Details like handles and tape wheels are made of plastic, which produce durable and reliable dispensers. NORDIC HAND DISPENSER MODELS Hand dispensers - available in five different basic models for tape widths between 25mm and 100mm Bag sealing dispensers - available in three different basic models for tape widths between 12mm and 19mm Bench / table dispensers - available in five different basic models for tape widths between 25mm and 100mm Dispensers for double-faced tape - available in five different basic models for tape widths between 25mm and 50mm Special dispensers - label dispensers 50mm ‐ to 150mm and label protection dispenser 50mm NORDIC DISPENSER SPARE PARTS Since quality is one of our main goals, we want our products to have a long life and high quality; therefore our dispensers are made of steel, which makes them almost impossible to wear out. Spare parts are available for all our dispensers, which increases the life length of the dispenser to a large extent. What you buy is simply Swedish quality. ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY TAPE DISPENSING MATERIALS To protect the environment and reduce our impact on it, we pursue systematic environmental work together with our subcontractors. At the moment we are carrying out a project that is to result in an ISO 9001 certification. Today most of our suppliers (approximately 70%) are certified according to SS-EN ISO 9001:2000 and SS-EN ISO 14001:2004. We aim to increase that figure in the future. Our suppliers use recycled material in their products as much as possible, and they also use closed systems in order to minimize their outlets. NORDIC DISPENSER EXPERIENCE We have big as well as small customers and we try to satisfy all their needs. Our international contacts reach as far as New Zealand, which is actually as far away from Sweden as you could get, geographically. We work hard to satisfy our customers&squo; demands and are flexible and keenly aware of our customers&squo; needs. You will find us in Sandviken, central Sweden, which is known world-wide for its steel works. In our homepage you will find a link to our mother company, GLT-Laserstans, which works within the plate / steel industry with subcontract work, laser cutting, bending and punching. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/machinery/ilapak Wed, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/machinery/ilapak Ilapak International Ilapak is one of the most experienced and fastest growing manufacturers of industrial wrapping machinery for primary packaging. We provide the full range of products and dedicated services that our customers need to achieve success in their markets. Our proven know-how is expertly applied to our range of reliable, flexible and innovative packaging machinery, designed and manufactured with your needs in mind. We cater for a large variety of food industries, including: Bakery Biscuits and cookies Cheese Chocolate and confectionery Coffee, sugar, tea Dry pet food Fish and sea food Granules and powder Liquids and pastes Meat and poultry Medical devices Pasta Pizza and tortillas Savoury snacks We also cater for non-food related products, including: Cards Medical devices Household cleaning products Personal products Wet wipes Thanks to our long experience in supplying successful flexible packaging machinery for food and non-food industries, our team of specialists apply their expertise to an impressively wide range of reliable, robust, cost-effective and innovative packaging machinery and automatic lines, designed and manufactured with your needs in mind. Our packaging machines and fully automatic lines produce an impressive array of pack styles with robust seals, hermetic seals for MAP applications, three and four side seals, sachets, block bottom bags, day packs, adhesive and zipper re-closable solutions and pillow bags for both food and non-food applications. CARRERA LINE - HORIZONTAL WRAPPING MACHINES The Carerra line has models that feed the wrapping film from the top, as well as from the bottom. Ilapak&squo;s horizontal wrapping machines are tailor-made to meet specific application requirements. To assure the highest quality, each machine is individually tested in our factory with your products and film before delivery. The Carrera family of machines provides excellent performance, flexibility and reliability, as demonstrated by the thousands of units in daily production around the world. Ilapack is the number one manufacturing company of HFFS machines in Europe. DELTA LINE - HORIZONTAL MAP PACKAGING MACHINES Ilapak's Delta series of robust MAP horizontal packaging machines are amongst the most effective solutions for packaging fresh and perishable products. The precise engineering of these machines ensures hermetic sealing, even at high speeds. Owing to the flexibility of its design, the Delta series is also ideally suited for wet wipes lines, among other applications. VEGATRONIC LINE - VERTICAL PACKAGING MACHINES Ilapak's Vegatronic series of industrial vertical packaging machinery produces the highest quality, most innovative range of pack styles, whilst delivering flexibility and exceptional performance. All models are PC or PLC controlled and are extremely versatile in handling many different applications, including innovative re-closable systems. WEIGHERS AND DOSING UNITS Our range of optional machinery is designed for weighing and dosing products to be fed into packaging machines. Ilapak's series of high quality multi-head weighers are tailored to each customer&squo;s products, to consistently and precisely weigh across a very wide range of weights and speeds. FOUR-SIDED SEAL SACHET MACHINES The Alfa series of continuous multi-lane four-sided seal sachet machines is suitable for packaging granules, powders, pastes and liquids, using a wide range of dosing systems. AUTOMATIC PACKAGING LINES High performance, flexible and tailor-made automatic packaging lines are used for a wide variety of applications. AUTOMATIC FEEDERS AND ROBOTS Flexible and efficient accessories are used to complete automatic packaging applications, including automatic feeders and robots. RECLOSABLE SYSTEMS Ilapak is proud to offer an incredibly wide and exciting range of re-closable solutions, allowing you to add more convenience to your products, keep your brand name on your product longer, and differentiate your products on the supermarket shelf. Choose from an unbeatable range of pack styles, and the most popular reclose solutions in the market. There are various re-closable solutions, which can be individually matched to best suit for your application: Adhesive solutions - These solutions utilise adhesive tapes and labels to allow the packs to be easily and quickly resealed by the end-user. Zipper solutions - Some products require zipper closure systems and ILAPAK provides a full range of these solutions. Clips - Dependable clipping systems are simple and well-suited for a variety of products. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/machinery/packsys Tue, 14 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/contractors/machinery/packsys PackSys Global PackSys Global (PSG) supplies superior packaging process technology to the global market. Specialising in laminate and cosmetic tube lines and metal cap lines, PackSys Global companies also provide equipment for the manufacture of aerosol cans and other impact extruded aluminium packages, closures and other caps. LTR SEAMING PROCESS SYSTEM PackSys' LTR seaming process system incorporates a side seaming machine that enables the production of cosmetic tube with almost invisible side seams. The LTR sideseamer features our patented butt weld Inviseam® technology, which was designed to meet the need for near flawless tube sleeves within a demanding cosmetic tube market. LTR gives tube manufacturers the opportunity to deliver new, cost-effective cosmetic tube with endless decoration and printing possibilities. HPX TUBE HEADING SYSTEM The company offers HPX ‐ a sophisticated tube heading process system for extruded plastic or side-seamed laminate tubes. The HPX heading system has been specially designed to keep retooling ('changeover') times below ten minutes. This is a great time-saving feature for any operator who need to retool regularly during production. The self-adjusting tooling brings probably the shortest changeover time on the market STDS OFFSET PRINTING SYSTEM The STDS system is at the forefront of offset printing technology for high-performance plastic tubes. A dynamic, high-speed system, it has a range of functions, including: 16 mandrel UV printing unit including flame / corona pre-treatment Printing UV curing over-varnishing functions Segmented blades allowing optimum ink-flow control Additional options include transfer system fast change from tubes to sleeves, tube orientation and magnetic print plates. METAL CAP LINES - PRODUCTION AND DECORATION We supply a wide range of metal cap production and decoration lines for the global packaging market. We are probably the only supplier in the world able to supply a full production and decoration line for aluminum cap manufacturing. NZP6 - RE-DRAW PRESS FOR LONG AND EXTRA-LONG ALUMINIUM CAPS Two re-draws in one machine are provided by the NZP 6, a mechanically driven high speed re-draw press with independently adjustable pneumatic drawing cushions. It executes the re-draw operations of long and extra long aluminium caps. Pinch trimming to the final cap length and the waste ring separation on the final draw are included in the equipment. METAL CAP DECORATION LINE - MCDL The MCDL metal cap decoration line contains a cap sorting unit, de-greasing plant, base coating machine, drying plant (base coat), printing and over-varnishing machine and drying plant (print and over-varnish). MRA6 ‐ THE WORLD'S FASTEST ROLLFORMING MACHINE The MRA 6 metal cap decoration line can be reconfigured to perform a broad range of different operations. These include rollforming (knurling, grooving, perforating, beading), disc liners insertion, single-piece-liners, identical both-sided lamination, one-side metal lamination, plastic insert insertion (refill protection) and counting and boxing. NEW MINI 120 PRODUCTION LINE Lower production cost, higher profit: the Mini 120 is a complete laminate tube line integrated into one single machine, making tube production simple, compact and very cost-effective. No more than 15m² are required to produce 120 tubes/min, including top seal and capping application: Seaming Heading Top seal application (optional) Capping application Tube packing (optional) Preformed shoulders are not required thanks to the well-proven compression-moulding process. LAMINATE AND COSMETIC TUBE LINES We specialise in the manufacture of laminate and cosmetic tube lines. Our cutting-edge systems deliver high-performance across many packaging processes, from sideseaming to tube heading and offset printing. PACKSYS GLOBAL PackSys Global is a group of specialty packaging machinery companies, comprising of: Packsys Global Switzerland, manufactures laminate and cosmetic tube equipment and machines for metal and cosmetic closures and can shaping Packsys Global Thailand, produces aluminium aerosols and tube decoration equipment All companies are backed by after sales and service centres in Europe. Thailand, India, China and Japan. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/projects/ugopasta/ Thu, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/projects/ugopasta/ Ugo Foods, Pasta Packaging Upgrade, Hertfordshire The Ugo Foods Group consists of Del Ugo producing fresh pasta products and also the Oriental Noodle Company that produces fresh noodle products. The company was the first in the UK to offer fresh pasta products, since its introduction of the product in 1929, and has also offered organic fresh pasta to the market since 1967. "All of the products are supplied in chilled format in modified atmosphere packaging and do not use any artificial preservatives." Ugo pasta products include a range of shapes and sizes and the company will also produce custom fresh pasta shapes if required. The company's products include handmade ravioli, tortellini, cappelletti, cannelloni, fiorelli, spaghetti, penne and tagliatelle (all in organic and wheat-free versions if required). In addition, Ugo Foods produces a range of premium handmade fresh pasta under the Del Ugo Brand, including slow-roasted beef and wild mushroom raviolo, jamon serrano and manchego cheese Raviolo and crab and crayfish raviolo. All of the products are supplied in chilled format in modified atmosphere packaging and do not use any artificial preservatives. Raw ingredients are UK-sourced free range eggs, and Italian-sourced OO grade semolina flour. NEW PACKAGING In June 2008 Ugo chose PFM Packaging Machinery Ltd to help meet a new demand for its range of filled pasta shapes. PFM was able to provide a custom packaging solution consisting of a C2 series MBP 12 head multi-head weigher, a conveyor system and a series of vibratory feeders. These were all custom designed to fit around the existing equipment at the Ugo Foods factory in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire ‐ a complete feeding, weighing and distribution. "In June 2008 Ugo chose PFM Packaging Machinery Ltd to help meet a new demand for its range of filled pasta shapes." Ugo has said that the new system, which was designed to weigh at high speeds with extreme precision, has reduced costs through less downtime and waste and has also increased accuracy, efficiency and throughput. Another benefit was that during installation, there was very little disruption to production. The conveyor and feeders had to be specially designed by PFM so that they fit onto the existing equipment at the plant. These were fabricated from stainless steel and as such are extremely robust and able to cope with the high production volumes. The conveyor also has built-in access points for easy access, cleaning and maintenance. Paul Ugo, managing director of Ugo Foods, commented: "I have been thoroughly impressed with PFM's depth of knowledge and adaptability in installing this complete system around our existing factory equipment. PFM's expertise in the design of the equipment and finished line has been invaluable to us. "We are now experiencing reduced downtime and less product waste, which has resulted in significant reductions in costs and easier changeover operations, so less maintenance is now required. The service provided by PFM has been outstanding and I would not hesitate in recommending them to others." http://www.packaging-gateway.com/projects/wykefarms/ Fri, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/projects/wykefarms/ Wyke Farms, Weigher Upgrade, Wyke Farms is one of the largest independent cheese producers and milk processors in the UK. The company was founded on the basis of their original farmhouse cheddar recipe in 1902. After over 100 years of cheese making the company now sells over 14,000t of cheese every year. "The Wyke Farms cheddar brand is one of the fastest growing in the UK and is available in 25,000 stores across the country." The Wyke Farms cheddar brand is one of the fastest growing in the UK with a rate of 50% year on year and is available in 25,000 stores across the country. The company produces a full range of cheese as well as butter; the products range from mild to extra-mature cheddar and also half fat and very low fat cheese. One of the latest products, released in December 2007, is a full flavour cheese for diet guru Rosemary Conley's food range with less than 5% fat. The cheese contains fewer than half of the calories of normal cheddar but no less protein or calcium and also has a full flavour. Rosemary Conley commented: "The indulgent taste and wonderful texture means that even the most experienced palate would find it difficult to believe this cheddar has less than 5% fat." Richard Clothier, managing director of Wyke Farms, commented: "We have been listening to our customers carefully and are working on what's really important to them. It's a pleasure working with Rosemary who has been invaluable in developing healthier and really low fat cheddar." PACKAGING UPGRADE In January 2007 Wyke Farms continued its relationship with PFM Packaging by installing an MBP14 multi-head weigher on the main packaging line at the Brunton facility in Somerset. The new equipment was integrated with four units of PFM equipment installed after previous equipment updates. A Scirocco, which is a servo-assisted flow wrap machine to produce airtight packs with three seals starting from a reel of heat-sealable packaging material (also designed for modified atmosphere) was installed in November 2006. A Tornado servo-assisted horizontal flow wrapping machine was installed in December 1998, a Polar VFFS (vertical form-fill-seal) machine was installed in 1996 and a Tornado Mechanical in 1994. The fourth upgrade to the Burnton plant marks the confidence that Wyke Farms have in equipment from PFM Packaging. "In January 2007 Wyke Farms continued its relationship with PFM Packaging by installing an MBP14 multi-head weigher at the Brunton facility." WEIGHER UPDATE The 14-head weigher chosen by Wyke is suitable for handling a medium to high output. It uses electric stepper motors rather than a pneumatic bucket for greater control and quieter operation. Cheese production at Wyke Farms is now capable of achieving over 20,000t a year and a weigher was required that could cope with the volume and allow high-speed, accurate operation. The new machine is now being used to weigh grated cheese in one and two kilo bags that are sold to the service sector for the production of sandwiches and wraps and also for fast food such as pizzas. The machine is handling 2.5t per hour (10t per shift) but can give much higher output in the future when the Brunton facility expands its cheese production volume. This equates to the weigher handling 15‐20 2kg bags each minute or 20‐30 of 1kg size. http://www.packaging-gateway.com/projects/ajbarber/ Fri, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.packaging-gateway.com/projects/ajbarber/ AJ and RG Barber Cheese Packaging Upgrade, Somerset AJ and RG Barber is a small farmhouse cheese producer based in Somerset in the UK, milking a herd of 1,700 cows. The Barber family have been farmers and cheese producers in the area since the 1800s and now produce a specialist range of cheeses including West Country Farmhouse Cheddar, Red Leicester, Double Gloucester, Wensleydale, White Cheshire, Lancashire, and Caerphilly. "Barbers now mainly specialises in the production of block cheeses from 2.5g to 5kg and 20kg." The company is also a supplier of the popular continental cheeses Gouda and Edam, and the UK specialist cheese Stilton. Barbers produces Glastonbury Festival Mature Cheddar ('Festival Cheddar'), which is made with the milk from the music festival site, Worthy Farm, and also other surrounding local farms. A charitable donation of 10p is made to 'Water Aid' for every kilogram of Festival Cheddar sold. The cheese produced is distributed through Tesco, Sainsburys, the farm shop and local retailers in Shepton Mallet. PACKAGING FORMATS Barbers now mainly specialises in the production of block cheeses from 2.5g to 5kg and 20kg. The company can also prepare blocks that are then cut into pieces and packed in rectangular blocks for retail sale. It can supply truckles in sizes from 250g right up to 8kg. In April 2008 PFM Packaging was asked to install a new Scirocco servo-assisted horizontal flow wrapping machine at the Barber facility at Maryland Farm in Ditcheat, Shepton Mallet. The machine was commissioned because it saves on downtime from product changeovers, allowing smaller production runs if required. In addition, the machine is more amenable to the varied pack sizes demanded by customers for product differentiation. "The Scirocco can pack cut portioned cheese at a speed of up to 200 packs per minute." NEW PACKAGING SYSTEM Prior to the installation Barbers had to run two production lines, one for the major supermarkets requiring 65t of cheese per week to be packed in differing shapes and sizes and the other for smaller retailers. Following the installation of the Scirocco single jaw system the production plans for the company have been made much simpler. The Scirocco can pack cut portioned cheese at a speed of up to 200 packs per minute (product allowing) and is able to produce a wide variety of flow pack sizes. The machine has automatic height adjustment and has a fully programmable screen. It is easy to clean following a production run as the electronics are contained separately at the back and the machine is fully accessible. The machine is also equipped with a modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) system that can provide excellent hermetic seals at the full run speed of 200 packs per minute.