Harpak-ULMA: Reduced scrap system for thermoformer

A 40% scrap reduction is now possible on the ULMA TFS 407 R Thermoformer for Cryovac Darfresh rollstock packaging.

Dec 15, 2017

Reduced scrap system for thermoformer

With the reduced scrap width, the vacuum cycle speed can be increased by more than 12%. A better vacuum seal is achieved due to specially designed vacuum slots combined with top and bottom Darfresh webs. Other features of this package include easy-open, shaped cuts, and Eurolock hanging hole. Packages may also be microwaved.

Harpak-ULMA Packaging, LLC.

Videos from Harpak-ULMA Packaging, LLC.

LIVE at PACK EXPO: Automation Insights with Justin Garski &John Weddleton

Vacuum Leakage Test using PTC's Vuforia™ Chalk™

Flow wrapping packaging machine - cabbage broccoli collard greens lettuce Sienna

Fill out the form below to request more information about Harpak-ULMA: Reduced scrap system for thermoformer

Redefine What’s Possible in Packaging & Processing—Register Now!

Discover Leading Suppliers

Machinery Basics

Video Explainer on Thermoforms and Vacuum Packs for Proteins

Package This guide cover featuring liquid filling equipment machinery and packaging solutions from Packaging World and ProSource 2026

A Video Overview of Liquid Filling Machines

Vertical form/fill/seal packaging equipment guide cover with machinery illustration and 2026 branding

What Can You Package on a Vertical Form/Fill/Seal Machine?

Packaging This guide cover featuring packaging inspection equipment overview with bottle and magnifying glass illustration

Quality Control Masters: The Ultimate Guide to Packaging Inspection Equipment

Three professionals in a video conference: Prasad Joshi and Lindsay Birdenbaker from PepsiCo, and Paul Jenkins from ThePackHub

From Snack Bags to Sports Drink Sachets: How PepsiCo Shares Packaging Science Across Foods and Beverages

PepsiCo’s Prasad Joshi and Lindsay Bridenbaker explain why today’s package has to deliver an experience, not just protect the product, and how the company’s foods and beverages teams share science to make that happen.

Two people in a virtual video conference call, woman on left wearing glasses and patterned jacket, man on right in black hoodie

The Missing Piece in Recycling Isn’t Collection, It’s Demand

CAA’s revised California plan includes proposed 2027 producer fees built on cost data and producer reports gathered after the June draft. Even if CalRecycle approves it with conditions, the plan would be considered approved while CAA addresses them.

CAA Proposes 2027 California EPR Fees as CEO Fielkow Steps Down

Flake-to-preform conversion skips the crystallization, drying, and repelletizing steps that conventional bottle-to-bottle recycling requires. Suntory has run the process in Japan since 2018 and will bring it to Thailand in 2028, where incoming bottle quality varies more than the Japanese stream it was designed around.

Suntory Pioneers 100% rPET Bottles from Inconsistent Feedstock

ACTEGA: Packed with Expertise for every surface. Let's Talk Packaging

Retail multipack suppliers, all in one place

25+ vetted systems for cups, tubs, and bottles — shrink, paperboard, banding, clip, and more. Free download.

Need help with your packaging project?

We’ve done the legwork to identify and vet experienced packaging and processing consultants you can contact directly for your next project. Decades of combined experience in packaging line engineering, machinery selection, package and materials development, and food processing operations.

See your advisor options now.

Products

Three PIAB pneumatic sensor connectors with black cables in different configurations and sizes

Harpak-ULMA: Reduced scrap system for thermoformer

Harpak-ULMA Packaging, LLC.

LIVE at PACK EXPO: Automation Insights with Justin Garski &John Weddleton

Vacuum Leakage Test using PTC's Vuforia™ Chalk™

Flow wrapping packaging machine - cabbage broccoli collard greens lettuce Sienna

Redefine What’s Possible in Packaging & Processing—Register Now!

Discover Leading Suppliers

Video Explainer on Thermoforms and Vacuum Packs for Proteins

A Video Overview of Liquid Filling Machines

What Can You Package on a Vertical Form/Fill/Seal Machine?

Quality Control Masters: The Ultimate Guide to Packaging Inspection Equipment

From Snack Bags to Sports Drink Sachets: How PepsiCo Shares Packaging Science Across Foods and Beverages

The Missing Piece in Recycling Isn’t Collection, It’s Demand

CAA Proposes 2027 California EPR Fees as CEO Fielkow Steps Down

Suntory Pioneers 100% rPET Bottles from Inconsistent Feedstock

ACTEGA: Packed with Expertise for every surface. Let's Talk Packaging

Compact Electronic Vacuum Sensors and Switches

Modular Conveyor

CASSEL Inspection Brings Food Safety Education and Live Technology Demonstrations to PACK EXPO International 2026

October 2026

PEI Showcase 2026

September 2026

July/August 2026

Pack It, Stack It, Ship It

Both a Brand Owner & Adhesive Supplier, Henkel Designs for Recyclability

Cobot Palletizers: Complete Supplier Directory

Flexible Liquid Filling Machines: Supplier Directory