Form-Fill-Seal/Filling & Closing

Thai Coconut Expands Production with Aseptic PET Line from Sidel

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:16:01 -0400

To meet its needs, Thai Coconut turned to Sidel for its complete aseptic PET line – which in turn had to be flexible enough to produce both carbonated and still coconut juices, while also delivering total food safety, operational efficiency and packaging design that is both functionally and visually appealing.

Beyond the Carton: How Filling Technology is Advancing Sustainability in Dairy

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:00:36 -0400

The drive to be more sustainable in dairy is not just about materials; it’s also about what happens on the filling line.

Sidel Introduces New Filling Solution for Water and Still Beverages

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:20:34 -0400

Sidel’s EvoFILL PET has been developed to meet demands head on, delivering high speed, optimized product flow and a more compact, ergonomic design for still beverages in PET bottles.

Hauser Weinimport Sees Continued Success with Sidel's Aseptic PET Packaging Line

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:49:24 -0400

Hauser’s line was the first to utilize Sidel’s patented Predis™ dry preform sterilization in Germany, which works by using hydrogen peroxide mist to sterilize the preform before it enters the oven to be blown into a bottle; packaging remains aseptic without the need for rinsing with water or any other chemicals.

JBT Marel Launches Patented Efficient Agitation Retort Solution

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 16:41:31 -0400

The EA Retort was built for packagers that specialize in preservation applications involving pouches, tubs, cups, glass, and other unique, delicate and challenging containers, as well as retortable foods that benefit from the shortened cook times provided by linear agitation.

WeighPack announces vertical FFS machine with paper film

Tue, 27 May 2025 11:00:00 -0400

As the demand for eco-conscious alternatives to plastic packaging surges, paper film has emerged as a preferred choice among brands looking to reduce their environmental impact, reports WeighPack.

Euromilk Embraces Stick Packs for Milk Packaging with IMA Machinery

Wed, 21 May 2025 12:07:22 -0400

Stick pack packaging has a positive effect on transport volume (50% more packaging for the same packaging volume compared to portion cups) and transport weight.

Waldner North America Ends Hot-Fill Headaches for Fruit Sauce Manufacturer

Fri, 02 May 2025 12:54:02 -0400

Waldner teams in Germany and the U.S. collaborated to develop a custom-built solution tailored to the product’s specific characteristics.

Formost Fuji to Exhibit Packaging Equipment at IBIE

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Formost Fuji will showcase an array of packaging solutions, including four distinct horizontal flow wrap models and a state-of-the-art Bagel System equipped with an integrated bagging machine.

ProMach to Highlight Pouch Forming, Filling at PACK EXPO Southeast

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:08:13 -0500

The power of ProMach will be on full display in booth #1111, where several brands will be exhibiting machines and providing experienced customer service representatives to offer their insight into packaging solutions for every application.

Growing Snack Food Market Spurs Investment in Packaging, Processing Machinery

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:13 -0500

Fueled by an increase in demand and a proliferation of new products and packaging variations, 88% of the snack food makers surveyed by PMMI said they intend to acquire new machinery between now and 2027.

ProSys Highlights RT60 Tube Filling and Sealing System

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 00:00:20 -0500

Compact medium speed station fills a wide variety of tube sizes and styles.

SIG Partners with Celema to Bring Aseptic Carton Filling Technology to Colombia

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:52:09 -0500

Colombia is significant to Latin America's economy due to its strategic geographic location, acting as a gateway between Central and South America, and its strong trade relationships with both regional and global partners.

Packaging Machinery Sales Projected to Grow to New Highs through 2027

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:15 -0500

PMMI report forecasts slower growth for 2024, faster thereafter through 2027.

Packaging solutions help snack company crack into long-term success: case study

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:38:00 -0400

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, in business for more than a century, relies upon Bartelt's packaging technology in its nut processing and packaging operations.

Tetra Pak Highlights Food & Beverage Packaging Innovations at PACK EXPO

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:02 -0400

Company will have a team of experts on-site to showcase innovative equipment additions such as the Tetra Pak A1 1100 Filling Machine and the new Tetra Pak Direct UHT (Ultra-High Temperature) unit.

Bartelt, Matrix Combine Sales Teams, Eye More Seamless Experience for Customers

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:11 -0400

Camilo Sanchez will head the newly formed Flexible Packaging Group, which offers a single point of contact for both Bartelt and Matrix packaging technologies.

PMMI Report: Brand Owners Rely on Contract Packaging, Contract Manufacturing

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Hiring a CP/CM provider allows brand owners to access machinery/packaging formats not available in-house, test new packaging, offer customized packaging, and more.

ProMach Bolsters Flexible Packaging Portfolio with Acquisition of HMC Products

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:38:42 -0400

HMC fabricates and installs new HMC HFFS machines and rebuilt HMC/Bartelt® HFFS machines for flexible packaging solutions across numerous industries, such as snack food, food, cosmetic, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and household goods

Matrix, Bartelt Exhibit Efficient Pet Care Packaging at Petfood Forum 2024

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Show attendees can see how ProMach’s new Pet Care Solutions Team is bringing seamless processing and packaging solutions to the pet care industry.

PMMI: Pharmaceutical Machinery Market Growth Outpaces Larger Industries

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:26 -0500

The need to modernize technology, automate, and provide sustainable solutions – plus supply chain woes – influence the billions being poured into expansion.

ProMach Acquires Zacmi, Leading Supplier of Filling & Closing Equipment

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Acquisition allows ProMach to establish a powerful position in the food and pet care sectors where can filling and sterilization are required.

APPEX Takes Shape as Australia’s Largest B2B Event for Processing, Packaging Nears

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Automation by Rockwell, an award-winning educational platform on sustainable packaging, and pouch filling and sealing equipment are among the many packaging innovations to be on display.

Automated Equipment Holding expands portfolio with acquisition of Rethceif Packaging

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Rethceif is a manufacturer of automated form-fill-seal packaging and robotic palletizing equipment.

Leverwood Knife Works to Showcase Flow Wrapper Knives at MD&M Show

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:24:31 -0400

Leverwood is laser focused on high-quality blades that offer the cleanest, most precise cuts.

Dispense Works Introduces RF Series Benchtop Filling & Capping System

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:31:02 -0400

The RF Dispensing System features big performance and is available in several configurations to best suit unique requirements.

Waldner North America to discuss sustainability in food packaging at PACK EXPO

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

From September 11–13, experts from North America and Germany will be at Booth C-1841 introducing customers to Waldner’s high-quality machines and sharing their extensive knowledge on sustainable operations.

Wipotec to Debut Checkweigher, X-Ray Scanner at PACK EXPO

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Checkweigher is specifically designed for aerosol containers while scanner is specifically designed for leak detection in glass bottles and jars used in food & beverage applications.

Three valuable tips for choosing the perfect dairy packaging machinery

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Waldner North America expert stresses the importance of choosing flexible machines that allow for efficient operations when changing between products and formats.

TNA Solutions Helps Mister Bee Potato Chips Optimize Production

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 11:06:30 -0400

TNA completely redesigned and optimized the company’s manufacturing site in Parkersburg, West Virginia, achieving a remarkable 400% capacity increase.