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News Release from: Packaging Automation | Subject: Food packaging at FFP
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 18 September 2006
Radical new BBQ food pack developed
After two years of development, the potential for a revolutionary, patent pending food pack is now being realised with the help of a new packaging machinery line from Packaging Automation
After two years of development, the potential for a revolutionary, patent pending food pack is now being realised with the help of a packaging machinery line from Packaging Automation The project brought to the fore the Packaging Automation ability to take existing equipment from its range and tailor it to even the most technically demanding, highly specialist applications, such as the task set by FFP Packaging Solutions, the leading British flexible packaging specialist
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 29 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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FFP has had a highly productive partnership with Packaging Automation for many years and turned to the Cheshire based company for its expertise in developing the line technology needed for the new concept pack.
Two of the Packaging Automation semi-automatic hand turned rotary table PA182 heat sealing machines were installed at the FFP Northampton factory and are running without fault 24 hours-a-day, six days a week.
The use of the PA182s evolved from an original line concept that would have been very large and expensive.
As part of the project, Packaging Automation used its expertise to develop a more compact line, which has helped FFP keep costs down, and make the project viable.
In addition, the design team developed special tooling for its machines that places and heat seals a transparent film window on the foil pack.
The Packaging Automation ability to respond quickly to the FFP development plan was imperative as the company wanted to quickly develop the markets for its new concept pack design to capitalise on its unique benefits as fast as possible and steal a march on potential competitors.
As FFP managing director, Robin Chudley, said: "We are very pleased with the PA equipment, which has run smoothly from day one.
We expected nothing else from the company though, as we've had a very long and successful association and their input on this project was a vital link in the chain to ensure our ability to quickly penetrate the full range of markets for our new pack concept.
They were very responsive and their adaptability in finding a cost-effective solution to our needs was first class".
The Packaging Automation sales manager, Neil Ashton commented: "FFP know and work with all of the heat sealing machinery manufacturers in the food industry, so it is a fantastic endorsement of our reputation as a leading designer of machinery that they chose PA to help with this project.".
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