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Exploring Process Efficiency with Busch Vacuum Solutions at PPMA Total Show 2025

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11/09/2025

Exploring Process Efficiency with Busch Vacuum Solutions at PPMA Total Show 2025

Busch Vacuum Solutions will exhibit at the PPMA Total Show 2025, taking place from 23rd to 25th September at the NEC Birmingham.

Members News 11/09/2025

GRABBIT AND RUN GETS SET FOR GROWTH

A fast-growing Cambridge company has its sights on becoming the largest supplier of dry ice in the east of England following a six-figure investment.

Videojet Brings Cutting-edge Coding and Marking Solutions at PPMA Total Show® 2025

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11/09/2025

Videojet Brings Cutting-edge Coding and Marking Solutions at PPMA Total Show® 2025

Videojet Technologies, a global leader in coding, marking, and printing solutions, is excited to announce participation at the PPMA Total Show® 2025, the UK’s largest free-to-attend processing and packaging machinery event.

E-bulletins 10/09/2025

Machinery Update - September/October

05/09/2025

Beverage Packaging Trends: Innovation, Sustainability & Shelf Appeal

Beverage packaging is specific to the materials and methods that drink manufacturers use to encase, distribute, and promote their products. It’s of vital importance for product safety, shelf-life, and customer connection in a highly competitive market.

05/09/2025

Pharmaceutical Packaging Explained: Safety, Compliance & Innovation

Pharmaceutical packaging is specific to the processes and materials used for the storage, handling, and distribution of medical products.

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01/09/2025

KEMTILE APPOINTS NEW ACCOUNT MANAGER

Kemtile, one of the UK’s leading specifiers and installers of industrial flooring, has recruited a new account manager to help support its growing customer base.

Members News 01/09/2025

HowToRobot launches new service that turns automation ideas into supplier quotes faster than ever

New sourcing service levels the playing field for manufacturers of all sizes, saving months of legwork finding automation solutions and suppliers.

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01/09/2025

VMECA VTC Vacuum Conveyors

What Are VMECA VTC Vacuum Conveyors? Industrial-grade systems designed to transport dry, free-flowing materials - such as powders, granules, food ingredients, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, plastics, and more – in a clean, safe, and efficient manner.

Members News 20/08/2025

Cut Costs, Boost Data: Why 2D Codes Matter More Than You Think.

Webinar: Preparing for Ambition 2027 To help businesses prepare for this milestone change, REA UK and GS1 are hosting a free live webinar dedicated to the transition to 2D codes.