Food & Drink Processing & Packaging Issue 36 2021 | Page 89

GS1 specification label placement in all pallet configurations and a dual operator interface and intelligent I / O system .
• Dustcontrol UK ( Stand E30 ) will be showcasing its upgraded GFF ( Good For Food ) range of food and pharma grade dust extraction equipment . The range is designed to offer efficient dust extraction and cleaning of food contact areas while opening up new recycling possibilities .
• Olympus Technologies ( Stand A94 ) is launching an upgraded Universal Robot Palletising System .
• Launched in 2020 , Ehcolo ( Stand F102 ) is giving visitors the opportunity to see its stretch hooder .
• Rollon ( Stand J36 ) has expanded its seventh axis range with an offering aimed at the light and collaborative robotics market , as well as an enhancement of the range intended for larger robots . The new range of axes - 3 single-axis and 2 double-axis – introduces the belt drive with zerobacklash pulleys , simplified handling and overall efficiencies by positioning the motor on board the machine , reducing the overall weight and avoiding the need to manage cable handling .
• Yamato Scale Dataweigh ( Stand B14 ), a global manufacturer of product inspection equipment is excited to unveil its new Epsilon range of Multihead weigher , dubbed the new ‘ Stick ’ machine , as well as its x-ray inspection machine , the TSDN-3 . On show will also be a new range of hygienic checkweighers .
• Secondary packaging company , TrakRap ( Stand B26 ) believes it has
solved one of the biggest barriers to fully recyclable secondary packaging for the food and drink sector with the launch of the Trakcoder , a low carbon alternative to ITF labels .
• Brillopak ( Stand H26 ) will showcase its new UniPAKer robotic crate packing platform , its most compact and energyefficient system to date .
• Showcasing its entry level , ‘ Plug & Play ’ robotic palletising system , Endoline Robotics ( Stand D 50 ) is set to demonstrate the benefits of automation , and the quick return on investment which can be achieved .
• Lifting equipment specialist Lift Safe ( Stand F74 ) is showcasing one of its new ranges of mobile access platforms . The self-propelled MA50 is designed for use by one person , providing a maximum working height of five metres
• UK barcode labelling automation manufacturer , Cobalt Systems ( Stand B64 ) will showcase its industrial automation solutions .
• Engilico™ ( Stand H52 ), a pioneer in non-destructive in-line seal inspection for flexible packaging , presents a new tray inspection solution . The inspection solution uses hyperspectral imaging ( HSI ) technology to detect contamination in the seal of trays with a much higher contrast than standard vision cameras .
• Travtec ( Stand J40 ) is introducing new additions to their conveyor accessories range
• Piab ( Stand G12 ) are thrilled to present a wide selection of new products developed to complement their existing range of solutions .
• Ishida Europe Ltd ( Stand D40 ) has introduced a holistic complete product offering across its entire X-ray portfolio that provides customers with peace of mind and delivers a guaranteed Total Cost of Ownership ( TCO ) of less than 3 % per annum over a 5-year period .
COVID PRECAUTIONS Participants can rely on all the necessary health and safety precautions relating to COVID and , to reassure visitors with regards to cleanliness and safety , the NEC has introduced advanced cleaning measures and hand sanitising stations are located at all entrances of the NEC and at numerous locations around the venue . Physical touchpoints will be reduced throughout the show and there is also ample outdoor space at the NEC for visitors wanting to get some fresh air and to take a break from the exhibition floor during their visit .
There will , of course , be differences in the way the 2021 event runs compared to previous years . For example , on-site catering provisions have been modified and we ’ re also advising visitors travelling to the show to limit what they bring . Pre-registration will be compulsory for all visitors this year register and visitors should follow the latest local guidance at the time of the show with regards to face masks , isolating and symptoms to ensure the safety of themselves and others in attendance .
Registration for the PPMA Show 2021 is now open .
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