Packaging upgrade delivers flexibility , speed and safety
During a recent upgrade of their previous packaging line , one food development company discovered significant improvements in usability and flexibility . In addition , they experienced further benefits from discussing the whole project with their suppliers , Yorkshire Packaging Systems ( YPS ).
“ The company ’ s previous line had been purchased from YPS some considerable time ago and has served them well , with extensive use ,” explained YPS MD Glyn Johnson . “ It had come time for the company to replace it and , as they ’ d appreciated the service and support we delivered last time , they returned to discuss their new requirements with us .”
The company produces bespoke baked goods , with a focus on ingredients with nutritional benefit . As their products are developed and created on behalf of other food companies , there is a wide variety in finished size of product . Packaging requirements such as collations required and materials used , including branded and non-branded films , are all defined by the onward customer to their own needs .
Full discussions of their requirements followed by demonstrations of the latest models led the company to opt for a Pratika MPE X2 fully-automatic l-sealer , plus a new shrink tunnel and conveyor .
Key to their decision was the ease of use of the new l sealer , especially the simple way to save recipes for different products . This feature of the new line makes for quick and easy changeovers , vital when their product range includes such differing items .
Additionally , the HMI is especially user friendly , with 180 ° movement so it can be positioned for the
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The customer is delighted with the equipment supplied , which delivers more benefit than they ’ d originally hoped for .
operator ’ s convenience . The HMI is paired with the compatible shrink tunnel for total control of the whole operation from the same spot . The low-level film holder , batwing doors and extended infeed conveyor make loading of film and products much safer and easier .
The versatility of the l sealer , including its height adjustable sealing jaw , has proved ideal for the variety in the producer ’ s range and is also significantly quicker than the previous line , delivering improvements in production speed .
To complete the package , YPS helped the customer to specify an appropriate film for optimal performance of the system . The film selected contains 30 % recycled content and is ultra-thin for savings in plastic use .
“ The customer is delighted with the equipment supplied , which delivers more benefit than they ’ d originally hoped for ,” stated Glyn . “ The included service contract also gives them peace of mind that they can get to grips with the new system with our support . It was a pleasure to work with them again and to find a solution that has helped to move their production forward .”
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