Independent integrator of packaging lines Autopack will showcase a range of cutting-edge automated equipment at PPMA Total 2025, which takes place at Birmingham’s NEC from 23-25 September. The Hereford-based business will take its largest individual stand to date in what it believes is the largest packaging machinery stand at the show.
With 15 machines on stand B20, Autopack will be giving pride of place to four primary machines in filling, capping, horizontal Form Fill Seal (HFFS) and Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS). The VFFS machine will demonstrate a new brick pack format for coffee beans as one of Autopack’s latest packaging innovations. The block bottom bag has a roll top finish secured using a resealable label and delivers a new packaging format for the hugely popular coffee bean sector.
“We believe that the coffee market has huge potential and that packers are after something new,” said Autopack Sales Director Jonathon Stewart. “The different style bag will deliver a fresh packaging format that can shake up the sector and we invite those in the sector to come and see this latest innovation.”
As well as VFFS and HFFS machines, Autopack provides sachet, stick and pouch equipment either pre-made or from film on the reel. These can be tailored with zippers, spouts and custom shapes, with visitors able to discuss their requirements with a 20-strong team, who will be on Autopack’s stand throughout the three-day show.
For those looking at rigid packaging solutions, Autopack supplies de-palletising, un-scrambling rinsing systems for bottles, jars, tins and containers. In addition, it can provide the associated conveyors onto a wide range of filling machines (single head up to 12 head) with capping solutions such as screw-on, pilfer proof and vacuum twist capping machines.
“PPMA Total 2025 is the perfect platform to highlight our innovations in the sector,” added Jonathon. “We can interact with key decision makers from big name retailers and brand owners, as well as start-ups looking for advice on what technology best suits their product.”