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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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The 211 HC RC robotic labelling cell, designed for the pharmaceutical industry, is almost as compact as a traditional labelling machine.
Read MoreAt IFFA 2025, Ishida will be addressing key industry challenges through its latest innovations, including the launch of its QX-800, compact, high-capacity tray sealer, as it aims to help protein manufacturers reduce waste and boost efficiencies.
Read MoreSentinel 5.0. Sentinel 5.0, which is the successor to Ishida’s popular Sentinel software, combines machine performance monitoring with comprehensive data capture to give food manufacturers a smarter, consolidated and in-depth analysis of their entire food production lines.
Read MoreIshida has launched its latest innovation in X-ray technology, the IX-PD-Poultry (IX-PD-45A2-P), which will help manufacturers take high-speed bone detection to a new level of accuracy.
Read MoreIshida Europe has launched an enhanced range of checkweighers designed to meet latest European market requirements.
Read MoreBradman Lake is set to showcase its industry-leading packaging solutions at IBA Show 2025, taking place from May 18–22 in Düsseldorf.
Read MoreAutomated labelling specialist Industrial Labelling Systems (ILS) is expanding into Scotland, with the appointment of a new regional sales manager covering the country.
Read MoreWe now offer two types of Bottle Gripper for different bottle materials. Glass bottles – for these we have the BOT-Gripper: BO40 or BO45 PET /plastic bottles – we recommend the BOT Gripper BF28 Both are pneumatically operated solutions.
Read MoreKardex, a global leader in automated storage and retrieval solutions, is pleased to announce the international launch of its upgraded Vertical Lift Module (VLM) Kardex Shuttle with the new Total Intelligence Concept (TIC) control system.
Read MoreVideojet will be returning to the FoodEx show in April after last years’ amazing show.
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