Supplier news: International agreements

A marketing agreement between Zilli & Bellini Srl (Parma, Italy) and Vanmark Corp. (Creston, IA) gives Vanmark the exclusive distribution rights to ZB's extensive line of filling equipment in the south central and southeastern U.S.

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Supplier news: International agreements

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How Do Horizontal Form/Fill/Seal Machines Work?

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