‘An extremely successful regional event, the show combines all elements of
packaging and its related industries and provides a powerful marketing vehicle
for the broad industry it represents,’ said Gary Corin, Managing Director of
Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery, organiser of the show. ‘Visitors will
benefit from seeing the many interactive displays as well as the onsite
demonstrations of machinery and equipment. They will also have the
opportunity to interact with top industry experts and gain invaluable
industry insights.’
Various pieces of legislation and regulation have placed high responsibility on
manufacturers for the packaging of their products and effects on the environment.
Visitors will gain insight into key trends and developments driving packaging
generally and specifics around various pack types and closures whether metal
packaging, rigid plastic, glass, liquid cartons, paper-based containers and
flexible packaging.
One such area is the growth in biodegradable plastic packaging which is being
fuelled by consumer demand for more environmentally-sustainable products. This
is used for food, beverages, personal care, cosmetics, healthcare, medicine and
other biodegradable plastic packaging markets.
The processed-food sector is experiencing significant growth with a general trend
towards convenience and indulgence, driving an increased consumer demand for
processed foods. This translates into industry growth for related industries. The
global market for food and beverage processing equipment is projected to grow
significantly over the next five years. The food and beverage packaging segment
is also expected to grow.
Exhibitors showcasing printing, packaging and labelling include Graphix Supply
World, HG Molenaar, Golden Era Printers, Inspection and Coding Systems, Zetes
Media, ADE Labelling and Barcoding, Advanced Packaging Technology, Koogan
Plastics, Pyrotec, Teraoka SA, ThermoFisher Scientific, Marel Food Systems,
Uteco Converting Spa, J Pak, Robatech, Chiorino South Africa, Filmatic Packaging
Systems, Rako Tamperseal, Acepak Packaging Systems, AGQPE, Bosch
Packaging Technology, Multivac, Pakmax, USS Pactech, Ocean Machines,
Win-Pak, Fair Plastic Packaging, Future Packaging and Machinery, Packaging
World, Pail Pac, Automation Techniques, Pakmatic, Pakmax and
Polyoak Packaging.
Pyrotec will be launching its new coding and labelling machines at the show.
Each machine is unique in its own right as it delivers different features of printing,
coding and labelling in various types of environments. Pyrotec’s offering includes
on-pack product identification solutions including self-adhesive label systems as
well as coding and labelling equipment. All the machines on the Pyrotec stand
will be demonstrating various types of labelling and coding technologies where
customers can view the machines in operation.
Showcasing two of its brands at the show, Pyrotec PackMark is an exclusive
distributor for a variety of world-class labelling, coding and Print and Apply
labelling equipment from Markem-Imaje, ALtech and Harlands – amongst
others – who are trusted manufacturers of product identification and traceability
solutions. Pyrotec PackMedia is in the business of developing, manufacturing and
supplying Expanded Content Labels (ECL) which enable its customers to multiply
the area used for communication on their packaging several times over providing
vast potential for cost savings, packaging reduction and increasing productivity
and sales.
Multivac Southern Africa will be launching its new R 085 entry-level model for
thermoforming packaging at Propak Cape. The machine can be used for running
both flexible films and rigid films and is suitable for packing non-food products as
well as food. This machine will be up-and-running on the Multivac stand to form
part of a complete packaging line.
The new R 085 entry-level model is aimed at companies across a wide range
of sectors who want to embark on automatic thermoforming packaging. The
machine can be ordered with four standard format layouts and is suitable for
packing both sliced products and individual items. The R 085 can be used to
produce packs with inert gas as well as vacuum packs, so that users can also
meet the requirement for extended shelf life for their packaged products.
MULTIVAC R 085 on show at Propak Cape 2014
Printed products on display at Propak Cape 2011
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