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Following the ongoing trend towards automated handling solutions, Syntegon’s packaging and processing experts will present the newly developed IDH for the flat handling of cookies, biscuits, crackers or chocolate for the first time at PACK EXPO. The advanced pick and place concept uses linear motor technology (XTS) – the smooth movements of the linear motors ensure gentle handling of the sensitive products. In addition, the IDH ensures increased production speeds as it can pick up many products simultaneously and place them in infeed chains or trays in one step. Also, it allows for high pack style flexibility on a compact footprint. At the booth, the IDH will be integrated with a Pack 202 horizontal flow wrapper to form an efficient and flexible system for packaging cookies into trays which will be overwrapped.
Syntegon’s Portfolio of Processing and Packaging Solutions on Display
Syntegon will also present its versatile portfolio of processing and packaging solutions such as its Syntegon RPP pick-and-place platform. The robotic solution will be shown together with a Kliklok MEC endload cartoner for robotic feeding and loading of pastry products such as toaster pastries. The RPP picks the manually loaded products and places four flow wraps, each holding two toaster pastries, into up to 80 cartons/min. The downstream MEC is also equipped to handle different speed ranges and format sizes – thus offering manufacturers a future-proof automated solution.
To remain competitive in the future, companies in the food industry rely on flexible equipment that allows them to quickly react to dynamic market trends. One such solution will be on display at the booth, consisting of a SVE 2520 Doy Zip vertical bagger and an Elematic 3001 WA wraparound case packer. The system packages chocolate buttons into re-sealable Doy Zip bags that keep the confectionery products fresh. The highly flexible machine also processes all other common bag formats, and feeds them to the Elematic 3001 WA. The case packer is known for its format flexibility and easy changeovers, placing the bags in corrugated cases. Manufacturers looking for a topload solution for RSC cartons can take a closer look at the Elematic 1001 TL: the case packer boasts a large format range and groups products into various collations before placing them into corrugated or solid board cases. Both case packers can easily be integrated into complete system solutions.
In addition, Syntegon will exhibit the continous band sealer CBS-D for vertical and horizontal formats from its Doboy brand. The bag sealer can flexibly process a variety of products, from food to non-food and medical items, and can be added to existing packaging lines. Its advanced sealing technology ensures tight, high-quality seals – even for applications that require hermetic sealing.
With the Kliklok ACE carton erector, the Syntegon brand offers customers from the food industry not only full format flexibility for cartons, but also the option to create sustainable cookie trays. Thanks to the innovative lock-style technology, the ACE folds glue-free trays made of paper – and enables manufacturers to replace conventional plastics with a recyclable alternative. “By integrating automated systems and sustainable technologies, we support food companies that need to react to dynamic market trends quickly,” explains Baker.
When it comes to sustainable packaging, the new coffee packaging machine PMX from Syntegon also contributes its fair share: in a digital presentation, visitors to the booth will be able to learn more about the modular design of the machine that processes recyclable mono-materials and aroma protection valves for coffee bags. Moreover, the PMX features condition monitoring to reduce energy and material consumption. Visitors will be able to observe this multitude of sustainability firsthand while enjoying a cup of freshly brewed coffee from the booth barista.
While the exhibited SVE vertical bagger stands out due to its pack style flexibility, the SVC impresses with its hygienic design features. The machine is suitable for harsh environments and washdown cleaning, avoiding cross-contamination and keeping products and consumers safe.
When it comes to hygiene, manufacturers of liquid foods in particular need to comply with the highest industry standards as their products are sensitive and spoil easily. The liquid filling machine LFS from the Syntegon company Osgood is available in clean and ultra-clean hygienic executions and packages liquid and viscous products into preformed containers. Its modular concept allows for individual configurations to meet various product requirements, for example by adding a disinfection station using UVC or pulsed light for a chemical-free disinfection.
Syntegon will also exhibit machinery from several of its brands. “We not only unite our renowned brands like Kliklok, Doboy, Elematic, Makat, Woodman, Osgood, and Sigpack under a common Syntegon umbrella, we also offer various technologies that cater to different needs and facilitate the shift towards future-proof and sustainable packaging processes for our customers,” says Brad Baker, Sales Director North America at Syntegon.
