EFAFLEX, the global market leader in industrial high-speed doors, has unveiled its latest innovation: the Next Generation high-speed doors. These doors combine more than 50 years of experience and are designed to meet the highest demands in terms of speed, durability and energy efficiency. Check our video: https://youtu.be/rwTGhRAEnv0 Key features of the Next Generation doors: Wind resistance: Resistant to wind speeds of up to 142 km/h (wind class 5), ensuring reliable performance in extreme weather conditions. Opening speed: With speeds of up to 3.7 m/s, these doors contribute to efficient logistics and significantly reduce waiting times. Insulation: An exceptional U-value of up to 1.4 W/m²K helps to minimize energy loss and increases the energy efficiency of buildings. Service life: Designed for up to 4 million cycles, resulting in a doubled service life compared to previous models. The Next Generation series comprises four door types, each available in three variants (Premium, Eco and Basic), based on a uniform concept. This modular approach allows doors to be configured to suit various applications and specific customer needs. With this introduction, EFAFLEX continues to strengthen its position as an innovator in door technology, delivering products that not only meet current industrial requirements, but also anticipate future needs.

We are proud to share that Optimum Group™ and Packaging Partners have decided to deepen their existing collaboration and transform it into an exclusive long-term partnership agreement, effective January 1, 2025. Together, we are committed to developing innovative, sustainable packaging solutions and strengthening our market position. Why this partnership? Unique expertise: Optimum Group™ is a leader in flexible packaging and self-adhesive labels, while Packaging Partners focuses on sustainable paper and flexible packaging materials. Innovation and technology: With new investments, such as the HP Indigo 200K, we offer customers versatile and future-proof packaging solutions. Joint synergy: By sharing leads, customers, and knowledge, we enhance our services and provide customers with a comprehensive solution that aligns with the latest regulations. Sustainability as a core value Sustainability is central to this partnership. Together, we ensure packaging solutions that comply with future regulations and contribute to a circular economy. What does this mean for our customers? Access to a broader range of packaging options. Support in tackling challenges related to new laws and regulations, such as the PPWR. Innovative and tailor-made solutions for every product. Together, we are building the future of the packaging industry. Follow us for updates on this exciting partnership!

Paper tape has been a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic tape for years and is increasingly used in modern packaging processes. With our latest paper tape, however, we are taking a clear step forward in ease of use, appearance, and performance. This new tape distinguishes itself primarily through significantly higher adhesive strength. This allows the tape to immediately seal boxes securely and keep the packaging reliably closed during storage and transport. Even with heavier boxes or changing conditions, the tape maintains its strong adhesion, often eliminating the need for additional tape. Furthermore, this paper tape is now also available as a 600-meter roll. This makes the tape ideal for use in automatic or semi-automatic sealing machines. Fewer roll changes ensure a more efficient packaging process, less downtime, and higher productivity on the shop floor. What also makes this tape visually distinctive is the use of whiter paper. This gives the packaging a neat and professional appearance and makes the tape particularly suitable for printing or applications where presentation is important. Printing appears sharper and with greater contrast, making packaging not only functional but also contributing to brand experience. Combining strong adhesion, machine compatibility, and improved appearance, this new paper tape offers a sustainable and practical solution for companies looking to optimize their packaging process without compromising on quality or presentation.

For their factory building in Wielsbeke, Agristo looked for a packaging line for packing their potato flakes. This line had to be similar to the line we previously installed in Tilburg, but faster and expandable. The intake interview at the start of this project showed that safety and hygiene were extremely important. As is the case in all food production companies. With this in mind, we provided a packaging line with sufficient space for cleaning under the installation, and strict safety measures to ensure smooth operation. The bagging installation is of course ATEX suitable and completely made of stainless steel. We developed a complete packaging line from A to Z with which the potato flakes, with a size of 1, 3, 5 or 6 mm, were efficiently packed in tubular film. The system was set up in such a way that there is room for three additional lines, should the customer wish to expand in the future. We ensured good accessibility and cleanability under and along the installations. The entire packaging line stretched over a length of 40 meters, with no less than 90 meters of roller conveyors on top.

Lebbe Sugar Specialties, a branch of Tiense Suiker refinery in Oostkamp, ​​was looking for a flexible wrapper with many options to stably package the various products for transport. And that with optimal use of plastic. Based on the requirements specified by Lebbe Sugar Specialties, we proposed the Tosa 123E ring wrapper. This is the second ring wrapper that we installed at Südzucker Group. The biggest asset of this machine is the versatile wrapping programming. Because Lebbe products are often still warm, they require a special wrapping program to prevent condensation in the foil. This is no problem for the 'smart wrapping technology' of the Tosa 123E ring wrapper. The machine creates open holes in the wrapping cycle, calculates how many grams of foil are needed, analyzes where more or less foil is needed and applies reinforcement. So we provided a machine that wraps very flexibly, with wrapping programs tailored to the different products. The result: precisely and stably wrapped pallets, with a minimum of plastic foil.

Located on the outskirts of the Land of Heusden and Altena, the company FMID has been in existence for over 50 years. The family-owned business was originally established in Andel but has been located in Dussen for the past 40 years. FMID stands for Fijn Mechanische Industrie Dussen, translating to Fine Mechanical Industry Dussen. Arnold van Andel, co-owner of FMID, enthusiastically explains, 'The company excels in producing small-sized steel components in large quantities.' With a machine park featuring various multi-spindle CNC turning and milling machines, FMID manufactures high-quality products, including nipples, fittings, and special nuts and bolts. Thanks to the advanced machinery, the company produces rapidly and competitively, with production runs ranging from 500 to 50,000 pieces. We were able to supply FMID with a Linx 8920 small character inkjet printer earlier this year for coding the fittings. FMID had been using another type of inkjet printer for several years, but over time, this printer encountered significant issues, especially during startup. 'The problems could not be resolved after service from the supplier, leading us to look for an alternative,' says Arnold van Andel. 'Through a business contact, I was recommended to approach De Koningh. After an introduction, we agreed to place a Linx 8920 printer on demo because 'seeing is believing.' The Linx 8920 printer more than lived up to expectations.' 'The Linx 8920 printer is easy to use, and we can now print without any troubles. The support from De Koningh is also pleasant. We are even considering outsourcing the printing tasks to a social workshop because operating the Linx is straightforward, and its performance is reliable and stable,' says Arnold van Andel."

In the food industry, producers often choose between metal detection and X-ray inspection, each with unique advantages. Metal detection identifies metal contaminants from 0.3 mm and is easy to integrate, helping to comply with regulations and reduce recall risks, but it does not detect non-metallic contaminants. Metal detection is crucial in food, pharmaceutical, and personal care sectors. It detects ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, and stainless steel through electromagnetic fields. Applicable to various products and systems, it increases uptime and product safety. However, it can miss thin metal wires, necessitating additional technologies. X-ray inspection detects not only metals but also glass, stone, bone, and some plastics by using X-rays that reveal differences in absorption. Independent of temperature and humidity, it performs consistently with minimal false rejects. Additionally, X-ray performs quality checks such as measuring mass, counting components, identifying missing or damaged products, fill level verification, and packaging inspection, enhancing safety and product quality. The combination of both technologies offers optimal safety and efficiency. The choice depends on the product, packaging, and contamination. METTLER TOLEDO provides energy-efficient, flexible X-ray solutions that are cost-saving and easy to deploy, plus fast, accurate metal detection systems for optimal product safety.

In January, Doosopmaat.nl launched an online 3D tool for fully printed mailing boxes. Since then, this innovation has been continuously expanded with new features: folding boxes can now also be fully printed, and also white printing has been added. These developments offer companies more creative possibilities and enhance the brand experience of every package. Want to know more? Visit www.doosopmaat.nl to explore the possibilities or see the latest examples at our booth G14 during EMPACK.

PineStretch is Panhuijsen's newest bio-stretch film. This film is made from sustainable PE resins derived from wood chips, a byproduct of sustainable forestry. Without compromising quality, PineStretch helps meet the ever-growing demand for renewable plastics. Choose sustainable and reduce your ecological footprint.

The GSI full color inkjet printer is an advanced printer capable of printing images and text in vibrant, full color on a variety of surfaces. These printers are often used in industrial applications such as packaging, labeling and production of advertising materials. They offer high-resolution printing and are usually equipped with advanced software for design and management of print jobs. The GSI printers are known for their reliability, speed and precision.

Chris Hogeslag Food Group B.V. is known for its high quality rosé veal. The deboning facility is extremely efficiently equipped, in accordance with particularly high hygiene standards. Within the process of processing, internal transport and storage, the deboning plant uses high-quality Schiphorst plastic load carriers. In order to be able to continuously guarantee the high quality of the veal, Chris Hogeslag Foodgroup B.V. the calves from an early age. In addition, the meat processor itself takes on the coordinating role with regard to monitoring the links in the chain. Partners are continuously monitored for quality and process management and the production chain is kept clear and transparent. Cutting in the deboning facility itself takes place under the strict requirements of the IFS (International Featured Standards). In order to optimally maintain this high hygiene standard, Chris Hogeslag Foodgroup B.V. exclusively with food-safe and hygienic materials. For example, plastic load carriers are often used for the storage and handling of the processed products. Plastic load carriers are particularly hygienic because the material is smooth and therefore easy to clean. Chris Hogeslag Foodgroup B.V. purchases the plastic load carriers. at Schiphorst. Schiphorst offers a wide and deep range of plastic load carriers of European top quality. Chris Hogeslag, for example, uses nestable meat crates and different colored E2 crates from Schiphorst's own production. These load carriers are particularly sturdy, impact-resistant and durable. In addition, Chris Hogeslag Foodgroup B.V. in the daily work also use of plastic pallet boxes, extra large volume pallet boxes, export pallets, medium pallets and waste containers. By using Schiphorst's one-stop-shop function regarding plastic load carriers, Chris Hogeslag Foodgroup B.V. the convenience of a single point of contact and the associated personal services.

The rise of the QR Code powered by GS1 is truly taking shape. This became clear in the interview with Franky, Pre-Sales Manager and 2D code expert, and Daniel van Dronkelaar, Key Account Manager, about 2D codes in practice. More and more companies are actively preparing for the transition from traditional 1D barcodes to modern 2D codes. In this blog post, we share a practical step-by-step guide: how do you encode a 2D code on your product packaging, and which factors are important?