IMA at interpack 2023

Welcoming you to Hall 17 - 5000 square metres and 50 machines on show

At Interpack 2023, IMA presents its own system: integrated, characterised by a technological and innovative environment, which brings together all its production entities on a single stand. The booth’s design represents the Group’s development philosophy and highlights the key role of sustainability in designing processes and products, outlining a fundamental combination for IMA: respect for the environment and advanced technology.

The booth is crossed by a Central Mile which allows the IMA offering to be presented in an intuitive way, combining the market-specific areas where the Group traditionally operates with those representing the recently entered markets, highlighting new acquisitions, cross-company synergies and news on show:

• Pharma: Solid Dose Processing, Aseptic Processing & Freeze Drying, Primary & Secondary Packaging Solutions, Medical Devices Assembly

• Food: Tea & Coffee, Savoury, Preserves & Condiments, Produce, Beverage & Baby Food, Dairy & Cheese, Bakery & Biscuits, Chocolate, Confectionery & Snacks.

• Personal Care

• Tissue & Nonwoven

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E-Commerce

In the heart of the Central Mile there is the Sensing Future Arena, a focal point for sharing and meeting: multiple Talks will be held during the event, 15-minute speeches in which specialists and experts from various institutions will talk about sustainability, innovation and technology issues. The IMA team will also have the chance to present the news on show, all in an informal environment.

Following the launch of the new IMA E-COMMERCE division, a new machine will be unveiled at INTERPACK: the E-CO Flex, an automated fit-to-size packaging station dedicated to e-tailers and fulfilment centers. You will be able to see first-hand how it works at our booth.

IMA Digital Project

Through the IMA Digital project, IMA will present its digital technologies for advanced machines control and management. For the first time at an exhibition, a Control Room will be available to monitor several connected machines, twenty of which will be on the booth, allowing an actual simulation of what happens during production: data analysis, potential implementations and advice on how to improve efficiency. Dedicated stations will showcase the latest achievements in the implementation of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning techniques to enhance production and present the solutions for advanced plant maintenance and 360-degree digital training, through the use of immersive technologies.

A stop is also worth to discover more about the new frontier of digital twin towards an Industrial Metaverse: one of the latest digital innovations we have been working on.

IMA Zero Program

The green element comes to life with the IMA ZERO program: the promise of a constant, virtuous, and sustainable approach to the future, in which the Group highlights its awareness that today’s commitment will make the difference in tomorrow’s world. The technologies on show include machines belonging to the LOW and NOP projects, dedicated to the reduction of energy consumption and the research of eco-friendly and recyclable materials.

Moreover, IMA is bringing a part of its OPENLab to the show, a small scaled laboratory to illustrate the analysis and research on packaging materials that the IMA Group carries out in its worldwide network of laboratories.

During the event, visitors will be able to run tests on their materials’ samples thanks to our OPENLab instruments present:

• Infrared Spectrometer, to identify the material’s chemical nature through the absorption of the infrared radiation.

• Optical Microscopy, to count and measure the layers of which a material is made, analyse surface and defect with potential measurement of elements of interest.

• Aneolia Exos, to test the final packaging: hermetic seals, burst test and measurement of the remaining oxygen and/or CO2 inside the package.

Ima Hr

Finally, IMA’s Human Resources Department will be on show with a dedicated area on the Group’s booth: our team will guide students, graduates and professionals in the discovery of the IMA ecosystem evaluate career opportunities.

For more information visit: https://ima.it/en/

Ats

Band Leader

Banding is five times better with the latest ultrasonic technology from ATS, which is the world’s Band Leader – and brand leader! The company’s new banding-technology reduces packaging material to a minimum, cuts energy consumption by 98 percent compared to shrink-wrapping, replaces plastic with paper, automates packaging and eliminates the need for additional labeling. Also, with ultrasonic banding, you already meet the goals of the EU packaging and labeling regulations that will soon come into force.

So here are five good reasons why now is the right time to take a closer look at the benefits of ATS‘ Ultrasonic Sealing Technology:

1. High energy costs: Ultrasonic banding machines reduce energy consumption by up to 98% compared to shrink wrapping

Ultrasonic welding delivers energy directly to the materials being sealed, rather than transferring it in the form of heat energy. Ultrasonic welding of banding films and coated paper bands uses ultrasonic waves with frequencies of approx. 40 kHz. The vibrations are introduced into the bands by a sonotrode. Frictional heat is generated, which leads to melting. Under additional pressure, the ends of the bands are joined together. This is why an ultrasonic banding machine consumes about 98 percent less energy when bundling products compared to a standard shrink wrapping machine.

2. The revision of EU legislation on packaging and packaging waste: Banding complies with all new packaging and labeling goals.

The revision of the EU legislation on packaging and packaging waste has three main objectives. ATS Banding supports them all.

• Prevent packaging waste from being generated in the first place by reducing the amount, limiting unnecessary packaging and promoting reusable and refillable packaging solutions.

• Promote a high-quality closed-loop recycling system by ensuring that all packaging on the EU market can be economically recycled by 2030.

• Reduce the need for primary raw materials and create a well-functioning market for secondary raw materials by increasing the share of recycled plastics in packaging materials through binding targets.

3. Shortage of skilled employees: Banding significantly increases efficiency and automates manual work steps.

Banding not only minimises packaging material when bundling and labeling products, but also supports the automation of processes along the entire value-chain. Banding can increase the efficiency of processes in many ways. We have proven automation solutions for, the food industry, fresh fruit and vegetables, logistics, the printing industry, corrugated cardboard industry, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and many more.

4. Your sustainability goals: Banding can help reduce your environmental footprint in many different ways.

ATS can help you achieve your sustainability goals. Banding can help you reduce your environmental footprint in many different ways. From minimising packaging material to replacing plastic with paper packaging to using the most energy-efficient packaging machines on the market.

5. New machine generation: The successor to the world’s best-selling banding machine is the most reliable, user-friendly and sophisticated banding machine that ATS have ever built.

The ambition: To exceed expectations. The new ultrasonic banding machine from ATS sets many new standards. The successor to the world’s best-selling banding machine combines the best of more than 30 years of mechanical engineering experience with state-of-the-art technology. This makes it the most reliable, user-friendly and sophisticated banding machine that ATS have built.