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Automate UK, formerly the PPMA Group of Associations, is the leading trade association for automation suppliers and end users of technology across processing, packaging, robotics and machine vision. We’re committed to supporting your growth and ensuring automation is at the heart of manufacturing.

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With over 550 member companies, we are the go to partner to help our members and their clients thrive and increase productivity in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

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With over 550 member companies, our principal objective is to help members sell more.

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30/11/2023

PPMA re-brand puts automation at the heart of UK manufacturing

The PPMA (Processing & Packaging Machinery Association) Group of Associations is re-branding and is changing its name to Automate UK to better represent the needs of its membership and their end user customers in the ever-changing manufacturing landscape.

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E-bulletins 29/11/2023

Specialist units are providing a safe and clean way to store and track & trace premium whisky brands

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E-bulletins
29/11/2023

Multi-phase palletising and pallet transport system has delivered efficiency benefits for French cereals

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E-bulletins 29/11/2023

Transferring the patent for the ultrasonic sealing process of uncoated paper will bring market gain

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Webinars
29/11/2023

Turnkey line installed for a dairy snack product has met sleeving style and factory space needs

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E-bulletins 29/11/2023

New rectangular guidance solution means a smart conveyor can now handle payloads of up to 40 kg

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Webinars
28/11/2023

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Industry news 24/11/2023

Statement from PPMA CEO Peter Williamson on Rt Hon Chancellor Jeremy Hunts Autumn Statement 2023

In his Autumn Statement, the Chancellor announced a number of measures that we hope will have a positive impact on UK Manufacturing.

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Industry news
24/11/2023

New & Improved Vacuum Conveyor

New & Improved Vacuum Conveyors from VMECA

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Industry news 20/11/2023

**NEW** MV Series Magic Grippers

These innovative MV Series Magic Grippers from VMECA, have a NEW vertical compact design with closer mounting centres to maximise the surface area for vacuum handling.

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