Packaging, labelling & coding

Thermoformers

01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Linco Food Systems

The FS series is a range of thermoformers characterised by the ability to adapt to all types of applications in the food-processing, pharmaceutical and industrial sectors. The versatile lines can process flexible as well as rigid films, with or without protective atmosphere (MAP). The FS range, which comprises three models (FS 910, FS930 and FS 950), features a distinctive design that meets users’ needs for robustness, ergonomics, easy cleaning, hygiene and safety. Moreover, this range of thermoformers benefits from a quick-change tool system that enhances productivity.

Thermal transfer/direct label printer

01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Visy Technology Systems

The Mach4 Label Printer utilises direct thermal printing and thermal transfer printing through the use of inked ribbons. Three basic models are available: Mach4-B with label tear-off plate, version P with additional label dispensing, and version C with tear-off plate and label cutter. Three print heads with resolutions of 203, 300 and 600 dpi are offered and these are interchangeable.

Desktop barcode label and receipt printer

16 March, 2009 | Supplied by: http://www.peacocks.com.au

The Zebra G-Series desktop barcode label and receipt printer range from Zebra technologies provides increased durability, ease of use and claims to provide the best value of all basic desktop thermal label printers.

Portable cap torque gauge

11 December, 2008 | Supplied by: IDM Instruments

The Mark-10 Series MGTC Cap Torque Gauge features a universal grip for caps from 16.5 to 45.7 mm diameter, providing a simple solution for basic handheld cap torque testing in packaging applications.

Mt Wellington distribution centre for CCA

02 November, 2008 by Swisslog

Coca-Cola Amatil (NZ) officially opened its multi-million-dollar, state-of-the-art distribution centre in Auckland in August 2008.

Cartoning new markets

01 November, 2008

In the fruit juice drinks and still water segments, carton packaging has lost market shares to PET in recent years, but worldwide, the use of carton packaging for beverages is still increasing.

Automated label printer applicator

13 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Peacock Bros Pty Ltd

Weber’s 3500 label printer and label applicator is for pressure-sensitive label printing and automated label application systems. In addition to offering a broad selection of high-quality print engines featuring a range of print resolutions and label dispensing speeds, the device is now available with optional RFID print-encode engines.

Rotary vacuum fill-seal machine

13 August, 2008 | Supplied by: http://www.perfectpackaging.com.au

The RT-8BT-8VF from Leepack is a rotary vacuum fill-seal machine that is designed for handling pre-made pouches.

Skin packaging

01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Select Packaging Systems Pty Ltd

Chilled rather than frozen ready meals are filling the fridges of consumers in ever-increasing numbers.

Lightweighted hotfill PET

01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: HBM Packaging Technologies

Manufacturer of PET stretch blow moulding machines for the production of PET bottles, SIPA has developed lightweighting technologies for hot fill PET bottles used in the juice, tea, isotonic and flavoured-water markets.

Auger upgrade program

01 August, 2008

Australian Filling & Packaging Machines (AFPM) has introduced an auger filler upgrade program to minimise costs and maximise benefits.

Closures

01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: TCL Hofmann

Based on the success of the DIN 45 closure SK 45/26 MAB MDR and the child-resistant variant SK 45/27 MAB MDR CR, Bericap has developed additional sizes with different technical features and can now offer closures for all thread profiles according to DIN 45, 44 and 60 in a uniform, attractive design for all sizes.