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

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29/11/2023

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

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

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29/11/2023

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

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

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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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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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