The SmartLase® UV500 builds on three decades of experience at Markem-Imaje in laser technology and delivers the most precise, high-quality coding on challenging materials. With the added benefit of minimal heat transfer, it is perfectly suited for high-density and delicate materials including hard plastics, recyclable films, metal, and glass. Capable of rapid coding for traceability including advanced text messages, logos, and complex 2D codes. This new, powerful, and robust UV printer has been engineered to provide unsurpassed marking speed for fast, demanding applications. Virtually maintenance-free, the SmartLase® UV500 reduces operational expenses (OPEX) through fewer line stoppages, with no expensive consumables or external cooling. Also, chemical-free production helps businesses achieve sustainability compliance goals and the permanent codes prevent counterfeiting. Industry 4.0-optimized and with a variety of industrial interfaces such as Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and NGPCL, the SmartLase® UV500 has also full-featured CoLOS® software support capacity – allowing for accurate, smart, and optimized message design and data management across the factory from a remote location. Designed with reliability and safety at its heart and with Ingress Protection up to 55, the SmartLase® UV500 is designed for challenging manufacturing environments. Moreover, the laser meets the very highest standard of safety for E-stop and interlock circuit integration per ISO 13849-1 up to Performance Level PLe. “We are catering to a global shift to sustainable and recyclable packaging materials. Moreover, our customers are now looking for traceability solutions and to comply with the new rules for managing recycled materials. These needs are fully addressed with the UV500 laser printer and its unmatched efficiency on highly demanding, ultra-fast applications” said Adam Krolak, Product Marketing Manager at Markem-Imaje. More: https://www.markem-imaje.com/productview/smartlase-uv500

He combines sales, technical support, and team leadership. He enjoys interacting with customers and seeing the filling lines in action. One project that stands out is the Eagle Filling Line XL, which still works perfectly after almost ten years. The young team is enthusiastic and feels a sense of ownership. TFS was founded to emphasize its specialization in filling lines and aims to continue growing with smart solutions. Interested? Get in touch!

Metal is one of the most commonly found contaminants in food and can be introduced at all stages of food manufacturing. By identifying metal contaminants during processing or packaging, a metal detector helps ensure the safety and the integrity of a wide range of unpackaged, packaged, or bulk goods and helps to eliminate metal contaminants from a food manufacturer’s finished product.

We supply re-sealable solutions for every form of packaging. We have it available for APET // PE bottom web, but also as a recyclable mono-structure for a mono-APET or mono-PP/EVOH/PP bottom web. Besides this we also supply resealable trayseal film for APET or PP trays.

Hose lifter for handling boxes and bags, mounted on a mobile articulated boom crane. The column is height adjustable so that the setup can also be used under a platform, for example. Whether it can still be moved with limited passage height between rooms. Hemmes BV supplies the setup fully assembled and ready for use. Place it in the desired location, plug in and you're done. The quick-change system makes it easy to change between the suction feet without tools.

The demand for sustainable packaging alternatives continues to grow. That's why SFA Packaging is expanding its range with molded fiber packaging, made from virgin paper pulp. This natural material is strong, flexible, and ideal for innovative packaging solutions. Molded fiber can be applied in almost any shape, from trays and clamshells to cups, bowls, and tailor-made designs. Due to the use of virgin fibers, the packaging is PFAS free and compliant with food safety standards. With this innovation, SFA Packaging offers customers a broader range of sustainable packaging solutions. Want to learn more about this innovation? Visit our website or meet us at EMPACK to view the samples.

Mondi and ATS have jointly developed a strong paper packaging that can replace plastic in many areas and be recycled in the normal paper cycle. Mondi and ATS-Tanner haved teamed up to develop a new kraft paper packaging. The innovative solution is strong enough to replace plastic in individual or bundle packaging and is ideal for beverages, fruit and vegetables, and e-commerce. The TruePaper bands can be recycled in the normal paper cycle. Read the full story on Mondi's website

Zandzuigbedrijf Het Noorden is a company specialized in the production and sale of industrial sand such as filter sand and gravel. They extract quartz sand from the ground, process it and pack it in bags. The company already had machines for this project that packaged the quartz sand in plastic open-mouth bags, but this process was not as fast, efficient or cost-effective as they would like. That's why they wanted a more advanced packaging solution that would enable a faster, better and cheaper way of packaging. To help Zandzuigbedrijf Het Noorden pack their quartz sand more efficiently, we recommended the Essegi F1000. This packaging machine, equipped with a net weigher and thermal transfer printer, provided the perfect solution for their needs. The main problem with the previous machine was that the product had different bulk weights, but the machine only filled one type of bag. As a result, some bags were well filled, others less so. With a flat film machine such as the Essegi F1000, the bags are tailor-made to the product, so that the bags are always optimally filled. The PE film comes off the roll after which the bag is filled and sealed. More than 2000 bags fit on a roll, so they do not need to be replaced frequently. This was the case with the previous machine, which was more labor and cost intensive. The project was a great success and resulted in a very satisfied customer. With the Essegi F1000, Zandzuigbedrijf Het Noorden received an efficient packaging solution that packed their quartz sand faster, better and more cost-effectively in polyethylene bags formed from the roll. Moreover, the entire process from application to placement took only 6 months.

Production companies are constantly confronted with changing coding requirements. New laws and ever changing market demands need to be constantly covered. When codings are not in compliance with these requirements great expenses can be the result. To be able to fulfil these needs companies have to rely on the (in)possibilities of printers and software. Specific coding needs are therefore always implemented with custom programming and tailor-made integration of coding equipment. Usually while having to deal with multiple suppliers. A situation that is far from ideal in an ever changing market with increasingly complex legislation and therefor coding needs. Flexibility and specific custom work after all do not go well together. Taylor made solutions are in addition expensive, unstable and are full with work-arounds that hardly ever deliver the most optimal solution. Let alone that all printers and software are directly compatible and everything can be implemented by one supplier.

The environmentally friendly banding film promotes the circular economy by using recycled materials and reducing the need for virgin plastics. FTN PCR35 is manufactured from high quality polypropylene (PP) and contains a minimum of 35% post-consumer recycled polypropylene. The film contains no harmful plasticizers and is easily recycled. And with FTN PCR35, our customers can save money: The EU plastic tax aims to reduce plastic waste and promote recycled materials. FTN PCR35 with PCR content supports this goal and reduces taxes.

Taking quality control to the next level Manufacturers have always been able to contact De Koningh for checkweighers, metal detectors and X-ray inspection systems. Now another step forward has been taken with three new technologies: Leak detection with infrared technology, seal seam inspection based on hyperspectral vision technology, 360° label and code inspection based on 3D vision technology. Preventing risks is better than cure With this new equipment we are able to guarantee the best quality control in every packaging process. The leak detection systems detect leaks in MAP packaging, such as tiny holes in the foil or bad seals. Seal seam inspection For accurate control of the seal, we supply seal seam inspection systems. Fully inline, the vision system automatically inspects the seal seams of tray, seal or thermoformed packaging. Foods sometimes end up under the seal. Then the seal is closed at the time of production, but that does not remain the case with all the consequences that entails. Now products with deviations are directly ejected from the production line. Label and code inspection Incorrect labeling and coding is also an increasing risk for recalls. Someone with a nut allergy should rely completely on the correct label information. Then there may be no products without a label or with the wrong label, semi-readable best before dates or incorrect prints. All preventable with our label inspection and code inspection equipment.

On October 21, 2024, Sesotec celebrated a significant milestone: the topping-out ceremony for the new New Level Factory. The shell is in place, the roof has been installed and the timber-hybrid building has been successfully erected. This marks an important step in the development of this innovative project. Almost 100 guests accepted the invitation, including numerous guests of honor, including District Administrator Sebastian Gruber, all three mayors of the market town of Schönberg and the shareholders of VTC, Stefan and Jürgen Leuze. After the topping-out speech, which the carpenter held high up on the building shell, Stefan Feldmeier, Managing Director of Sesotec Immobilien GmbH, thanked all the craftsmen and fitters from the companies involved in the construction (Brüninghoff, Caverion, solar Pur AG and others) for their commitment and expertise, which made this construction possible in the first place. “Without the hard work and commitment of the entire team, we wouldn't be here today,” said Feldmeier. “Despite the numerous challenges that can arise on a construction site, every hurdle was overcome with flying colors.” Special thanks also went to the architects, planners and the entire project team, who brought the vision of the New Level Factory to life with their creativity and expertise. Feldmeier also emphasized the cooperation with VTC, who, as a reliable partner, have significantly supported the progress of the project, as have the market town and the district. The topping-out ceremony also provided an opportunity to look to the future: “The New Level Factory will be a place where people can feel comfortable, come together and develop new ideas. A space that will further strengthen innovation and collaboration at Sesotec and enrich the company,” said Feldmeier. The joyful occasion ended with a traditional snack and a cozy get-together.

Since october 2025 we opened our Showroom in Amersfoort the Netherlands. Here we proudly demonstrate our solutions for Inspection for the Food and Plastics industry

SFA Packaging has developed a new rectangular yoghurt container. Thanks to its design, up to 33% more packaging can fit on a tray. This makes transport more efficient, less cold storage required, and increases shelf space in stores. The container is fully recyclable and produced in the Netherlands using locally sourced polypropylene (PP) material. It is also available upon request in bio-circular material or with a NextCycle IML™ label. It has a capacity of 1100 ml, but a smaller 500 ml container is currently in development. This innovation demonstrates how SFA Packaging brings efficiency and sustainability together in packaging solutions. Would you like to know more? Visit www.sfapackaging.com. During EMPACK, we will be happy to show you this and other packaging solutions at stand G14.

SFA Packaging has developed a new rectangular yoghurt container. Thanks to its design, up to 33% more packaging can fit on a tray. This makes transport more efficient, less cold storage required, and increases shelf space in stores. The container is fully recyclable and produced in the Netherlands using locally sourced polypropylene (PP) material. It is also available upon request in bio-circular material or with a NextCycle IML™ label. It has a capacity of 1100 ml, but a smaller 500 ml container is currently in development. This innovation demonstrates how SFA Packaging brings efficiency and sustainability together in packaging solutions. Would you like to know more? Visit our website: www.sfapackaging.com. During EMPACK, we will be happy to show you this and other packaging solutions at our stand G14.