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Akomag Srl
Frazione Diolo, 15/D
43019 Soragna (Parma) Italy
Tel. +39 0524 59 90 97
Fax +39 0524 59 90 12
info@akomag.com www.akomag.com
Akomag’s new success
Recently, Akomag has delivered, installed and tested a new machine intended for washing recycled glass bottles. The machine for the PepsiCo group is a Hydra 8.2, characterised by very high production: 37,500 bottle/h. The new model, the pride of mechanical Made in Italy, reaches mechanical efficiency equal to 99.4%, successfully exceeding the standards required by the customer in the contractual phase. With this new provision, Akomag confirms itself once again as world leader in the construction of glass bottle washers.
The bottle washer has been specially designed to minimise the environmental impact, with particular attention to water and steam consumptions, and to the duration of the detergent bath. The completely automated wash cycle includes an initial bottle-emptying station followed by a prewash spraying and first pre-soak bath that significantly reduces detergent bath pollution and markedly decreases consumption levels. In the pre-soak area the project also provides for the installation of a belt filter that allows to automatically remove the main impurities typical of recycled bottles (straws, paper, cigarette butts, for instance). The washing of bottles is completed with the internal and external high-pressure detergent wash sprays, using self-cleaning and self-centring rotating nozzles.
Mains water for spray-rinsing
In designing Hydra 8.2, Akomag focused on the final rinsing sprays using mains water. The expedients developed during the design stage have allowed to achieve extraordinary results. By installing a special valve with integrated flow meter on the mains pipe (controlled directly by the control panel), it is possible to detect the instantaneous and daily water consumption required for the proper washing of the bottles.
With pride and satisfaction, Akomag technicians say that thanks to the new design the new machine has a water consumption equal to 0.098 litres per bottle. A lower value than rigidly imposed in contractual phase by the customer.
The supply is completed with many other technological innovations, including sensors for slowing down or stopping the machine in case of missing or clogging of the bottles on the conveyor belts; synchronization systems
of the bottle washer speed with that of the filling monobloc; control and introduction of detergent and additives in the washing bath and of sequestrants/disinfectants in the spray tanks; self-cleaning filters in the tanks; automatic bottle loading and unloading, perfectly synchronized with the movement of the main chain.
Akomag is a flexible and dynamic company that bases its policy on customer satisfaction, the quality of its systems, its assistance services and technological innovation. Akomag has been working for several years in the bottling sector and thanks to the proven experience developed in this field, the company can guarantee to its customers maximum yields, user-friendly operation and minimum operational costs, as well as long working life of its machines built with top quality materials. From the province of Parma, Akomag aims to meet the needs of all those who are looking for high-quality products.
Bea Technologies Spa
Via I. Newton, 4
20016 Pero (Milano) Italy
Tel. +39 02 339271
info@bea-italy.com www.bea-italy.com
BEA Technologies: Sixty years of innovation in filtration and purification for the global food industry
Since its foundation in 1961, BEA Technologies SpA has established itself as a leader in the development, production, and distribution of advanced filtration and purification systems for liquids and compressed gases. Operating in a food industry that is constantly evolving—even in terms of raw material supplies and the materials used in filter manufacturing—the company, under the leadership of Roberto Bea, brings over six decades of experience to ensure the delivery of high-purity fluids, which are crucial for modern food and beverage production.
The company’s philosophy is built on a dual commitment: Achieving technical excellence and fostering full collaboration with clients to develop more sustainable and efficient methods. This approach has led BEA Technologies to reach the highest levels of quality with its specialized product lines. The BEAPURE range offers “animal-free” and Halal-certified filters, entirely free from animal-derived additives and made from food-safe materials, thus facilitating exports to key international markets where these certifications are essential. This dedication to innovation is further exemplified by the NANOTRAK and NOVATRAK filter element lines, renowned for their superior performance due to the integration of nanofibers for critical applications.
A clear example to its forward-thinking vision is the MAGNEXFLO series, a state-of-the-art line of automated filtration systems designed to provide high performance across a full range of flow rates and applications. In modern beverage production, it is crucial to use dedicated filtration systems to maintain the main flavours and properties unchanged while ensuring the removal of suspensions, colloidal particles, and all other unwanted particles. The MAGNEXFLO systems, which include the final BIOKLARIS sterilizing membranes, achieve complete microbiological stabilization prior to bottling. Compared to traditional hot stabilization (pasteurization), this cold biological stabilization is capable of eliminating bacteria and microorganisms without the use of high temperatures or addition of chemical substances, thus fully preserving the product’s
most valued organoleptic characteristics and ensuring improved bottle preservation. Supporting this technical prowess is an uncompromising commitment to manufacturing quality. A pioneer in Italy since 1981, BEA Technologies meticulously assembles all its food-grade filter elements in controlled-atmosphere cleanrooms, a facility that was completely upgraded in 2011 to ensure maximum cleanliness. Looking forward, President Roberto Bea has announced plans for a significant investment to double the cleanroom production area, reinforcing the company’s dedication to maintaining the highest standards. With a well-established international distribution network and a clear focus on creating innovative products that reduce energy consumption and industrial waste, BEA Technologies SpA is well positioned as a preferred global supplier of advanced filtration solutions for the food, wine, and beverage industry.
Galigani Filtri Srl
Strada Provinciale Colligiana, 50 53035 Monteriggioni (Siena) Italy
Galigani Filtri is a leader in the design and construction of filter presses and relevant filtration systems.
Since 1958, the company has boasted over 3,000 installations in 5 continents, created with skill and professionalism, in order to offer a high-quality product and a support service for users, installers, and designers.
The company is based in Italy, located in a modern facility in the heart of Tuscany, where it makes use of the most modern systems of research, study, and design so as to best solve the problems of each individual application, as well as provide adequate pre- and postsales assistance through its qualified technicians.
Furthermore, the company is also equipped with a laboratory for filtration testing on samples supplied by clients to determine all the necessary parameters required for sizing the filter press that is most suitable for their needs. Production includes filter presses and pumping units that feed the filter presses.
The wide range of filter presses varies from manual discharge machines to fully automatic machines run by modern PLCs.
Galigani Filtri manufactures filter presses for all types of applications: food, chemical, pharmaceutical, explosive atmospheres (ATEX), purifying waste water, acid filtration, aggregates, mining, galvanic industries, recycling industries, and so on. All machines are equipped with the most advanced safety devices.
The press filters and filtration systems that are manufactured by Galigani Filtri carry out “mechanical” filtrations, and therefore the liquid does not undergo chemical changes.
Filtration can occur on the synthetic filter cloth, which retains solid particles up to 1 micron, or on cardboard for particles that measure less than or equal to 1 micron.
When it comes to the most technologically advanced systems that Galigani Filtri can provide for filtration and clarification before bottling, the Diatom and the Clearness systems are in the forefront.
The Diatom system is comprised of a filter cloth for the filter press and is equipped with all the necessary parts (tanks, pumps, valves ...) that are required for filtration processes using various aids (fossil shell flour or cellulose flour, perlite...).
The Clearness system is a filter press with an Aisi304 or Aisi316 structure, which uses cardboard filters and a plate pack that is entirely sealed and protected from contact with the external environment.
Kosme Srl
Via dell’Artigianato, 5
46048 Roverbella (Mantova) Italy
Tel. +39 0376 75 10 11
Fax +39 0376 75 10 12
kosme@kosme.at www.kosme.it
Engineering excellence in beverage production: Tailored solutions for Asia Pacific
In the fast-evolving beverage industry across Asia Pacific, Kosme stands out by delivering integrated, efficient, and sustainable production line solutions. Leveraging its own technologies and those of the Krones Group, Kosme ensures seamless machine communication and optimized line performance through advanced automation and conveyor systems.
Wine & spirits stand-alone solutions
Kosme offers specialized fillers—Primafill, Class, and Volufill HRS/ HES—designed for precision and flexibility in wine and spirits bottling. Modular labellers provide high customization, supporting diverse bottle shapes and label formats, ideal for both premium and mass-market brands in the region.
PET large format one-way solutions
For growing demand in water and liquid food packaging, Kosme provides Blower + Filler blocks and stand-alone systems tailored for large PET formats. These solutions are engineered for high throughput and hygiene, supporting both single-use and sustainable packaging initiatives.
HPC (home & personal care) solutions
Kosme’s Blowers for shaped formats and weight-based fillers, available as stand-alone units or integrated with blowers, meet the complex requirements of the HPC sector. These systems ensure accurate dosing and compatibility with uniquely designed containers, supporting brand differentiation in competitive markets.
Combined glass/can filler – “Barifill Canto”
Kosme’s Barifill Canto offers a versatile solution for filling glass bottles, cans and PET; also Hot Fill capability is available. This flexibility is ideal for producers seeking to diversify formats while maintaining high standards of product integrity and shelf life.
Sustainability and innovation
Kosme integrates energy recovery systems and promotes the reuse of water, steam, and electricity, with a strong focus on renewable sources. Its chemical-free sanitization uses enzymatic detergents free from phosphorus, surfactants, and EDTA — ensuring deep cleaning, biofilm removal, and operator safety while reducing environmental impact. A
new advancement in this area is the enzymatic CIP (Clean-In-Place) technology, which enables automated, efficient, and sustainable cleaning of production lines. This innovation enhances hygiene standards while minimizing chemical usage, water consumption, and energy demand, aligning with Kosme’s commitment to environmentally responsible engineering.
Layout engineering and simulation
Kosme’s layout engineering is tailored to customer space constraints and performance goals. Machine speeds and buffer times are optimized to reduce operator requirements and maximize efficiency. Advanced simulation tools predict line behavior, enabling precise planning and minimizing downtime. These tools simulate machine interactions, including sensor-based operations and speed variations, ensuring realistic and reliable performance.
Asia Pacific market focus
The region’s diversity—from premium spirits in Japan to high-volume water production in Southeast Asia — requires adaptable solutions. Kosme addresses these needs with:
• Wine & Spirits: Flexible lines for local and international brands, supporting premium packaging and sustainability.
Via dell’Artigianato, 5 46048 Roverbella (Mantova) Italy
Tel. +39 0376 75 10 11
Fax +39 0376 75 10 12
kosme@kosme.at www.kosme.it
• Water: Hygienic, energy-efficient systems for a rapidly growing bottled water market.
• Liquid food: Safe, efficient filling for sauces, soups, and dairy alternatives, with chemical-free sanitization.
• HPC: Precision filling and shaping for personal care products, supporting brand identity and consumer appeal.
Customer-centric approach
Kosme’s success in Asia Pacific is driven by close collaboration with clients. From layout design to post-installation support, Kosme ensures every solution is tailored, efficient, and future-ready. Continuous feedback from operating lines informs ongoing improvements, ensuring reliability and innovation.
Future outlook
With a strong foundation in engineering excellence and sustainability, Kosme is well-positioned to support the evolving needs of beverage, liquid food, and HPC producers across Asia Pacific. Its commitment to innovation, efficiency, and customer satisfaction ensures long-term value and leadership in the region.
M.G.M. Motori Elettrici Spa
S.R. 435 Km. 31 51034 Serravalle Pistoiese (Pistoia) Italy
For over 75 years M.G.M. Motori Elettrici S.p.A. has been a global leader in the field of brake motors, with a solid presence in Europe, America, Asia and the Middle East. The heart of the company is located in Serravalle Pistoiese (PT), where its main production facility is based. In Italy the company is also present in Assago where it has a warehouse with commercial offices.
Its global influence extends through subsidiaries in Montreal, Detroit, Chennai and Izmir, as well as a network of distributors for sales and assistance covering over 75 countries worldwide.
M.G.M. is synonymous with quality, innovation and reliability. The range of brake motors the company offers can be used in a wide variety of applications. The motor shaft heights range from 71 mm to 355 mm and the power outputs are between 0.09 kW and 250 kW. The brake motors can be supplied with a brake unit powered by either alternating current or direct current. Additionally the company is able to meet customer needs by providing customized products. The company has always been at the forefront of technological innovation, with much of what we now know as AC brake motors having originated from M.G.M.’s research and laboratories. Since 2008 the energy efficiency of its products has been continually evolving:
the average amount of energy required for the operation of M.G.M. products has consistently decreased. All single-speed motors comply with the new European energy efficiency regulations and improvements in the electromagnets of the brakes - both AC BA series and DC BM series - have led to reduced energy consumption and a significant increase in performance.
The future of M.G.M. Motori Elettrici is focused on sustainability and environmental respect. With the goal of reducing environmental impact the company has committed to several initiatives. The geothermal system for air conditioning, the reduction of plastic consumption and the ongoing search for solutions to reduce potable water consumption and the energy required to produce brake motors, along with a consequent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, are just some of the actions undertaken.
In particular M.G.M.’s photovoltaic system, which originally covered 100% of the energy needs of the facility and offices, has recently been expanded to meet the growing demand for energy, partly due to the transition of the company’s vehicle fleet from combustion engines to electric motors. This commitment represents a concrete response to the energy and environmental challenges of our time.
M.G.M. Motori Elettrici not only makes eco-friendly choices within its own plants but also promotes sustainable practices with its suppliers and partners worldwide. It is only through collective effort that a greener and more sustainable future can be achieved. The company strongly believes that awareness and global collaboration are essential to making tangible change.
M.G.M. Motori Elettrici is not just a leader in the production of brake motors: it is a company looking to the future with a concrete commitment to technological innovation, energy efficiency and sustainability, ensuring cutting-edge solutions for a more sustainable world.
Mondo & Scaglione Srl
Regione San Giovanni, 19 14053 Canelli (Asti) Italy
Tel. +39 0141 824206
sales@mondo-scaglione.com www.mondo-scaglione.com
Innovative technological solutions that involve many packaging and packing aspects
Mondo & Scaglione was founded in Canelli (the capital of Asti Spumante) in 1969, since then the company has been designing and building packaging machines.
At the beginning, Mondo & Scaglione worked especially for local wineries producing sparkling wines around its area (Gancia, Bosca, Riccadonna, Cinzano, Martini & Rossi…); these companies needed a local manufacturing company able to build case packers, case erectors, and palletizers, the so-called “end of line” machines as an alternative to German machine manufacturers that were dominating the market at the time.
After a few years from its establishment, Mondo & Scaglione spread its presence not only all over Italy but also to the foreign markets. Today, Mondo & Scaglione has customers all over the world and exports more than 85% of its manufactured machines. Thanks to this success, it has widened its market presence addressing not only its core business (wine and spirits) but also the beverage, food and chemical markets with machines that feature innovative technological solutions.
Mondo & Scaglione designs and manufactures all its machines entirely in-house, starting from the mechanical and electronic engineering, right through parts and components manufacturing for final assembly.
Besides the Design Office and the Electronic Office, Mondo & Scaglione has also a Welding Department to build in-house machine frames, and a Tooling Machines Department for the manufacturing of all the components that will be assembled on the machines. Moreover, Mondo & Scaglione has also an important Electrical Department to create electrical cabinets and to completely wire in-
house the machines, as well an assembly department that enables assembling the mechanical parts of the machines before testing and start-up before shipments.
In general, installation, start-up and commissioning of Mondo & Scaglione machines are operated by its specialized service engineers. The company has also an after-sales and spare parts department suitable to help the customers worldwide supplying the necessary parts and components it keeps in its inventory or supporting them by phone, e-mail or via remote access to the machines PLC.
Mondo & Scaglione is a dynamic company that does not only build standard machines for its customers, but it also tries to understand customer’s requirements as to propose a tailored technological solution upon the product to handle, space available, and required production speed.
Flexibility is for sure one of the major features that Mondo & Scaglione is recognized on the market for, and for this reason it often manufactures “special” machines upon its customers’ needs.
That requires a strong “team effort” with engineers constantly exchanging ideas, as well as the considerable experience that Mondo & Scaglione can count on as a company that has been on the market for more than 50 years, a peculiarity that is hardly to be found in other companies of the sector.
In a few words, thanks to its experience and know-how gained in more than 50 years, the flexibility and strong motivation to always find new technical challenges, Mondo & Scaglione sees its future bright always looking for new market opportunities.
Newtech Labelling
Via I. Giordani, 10 - Z.I. Postumia
46044 - Goito (Mantova) Italy
Tel. +39 0376 68 97 07
Fax +39 0376 68 96 44
info@newteclabelling.it www.newteclabelling.it
Automatic labelling machines
Newtec Labelling Srl was founded in 1982 in Goito (Mantua), designs and produces linear and rotary labelling machines suitable for all user requests both in terms of production speed and type of packaging. Each model, thanks to the customization of the design, has specific characteristics designed to give maximum performance in every type of production. The result of a very long experience and constant updating of technologies, each model is designed to guarantee high production rates, absolute packaging precision and low operating costs. The materials used and the construction technologies allow these machines to support very heavy workloads. Thanks to their reliability and ease of use they are also successfully used in small and medium-sized businesses.
Panther is a new modular labelling machine line, a flexible solution which allows to combine different label application technologies on a single rotary machine. Every module consists in a labelling station assembled on an easily replaceable cart. Panther allows to combine wet glue, hot melt, roll fed and autoadhesive stations.
Available features
• Electronic cam system: every plate is equipped with an independent brushless servomotor regulated by a programmable driver. This system allows the plates to perform complex movements, guaranteeing the user a virtually infinite range of application in terms of container shapes and label dimensions while
making possible the construction of smaller machines.
Further advantages of the electronic cam system are the possibility to include centring, controlling and coding devices, even at a later date.
• Optical centring and quality control systems.
• Defective product rejection system.
• No-stop system.
Advantages
• Flexibility and smaller dimensions made possible by the modular solution. The possibility of adding and removing different application systems spares the user from purchasing bigger mixed machines.
• Easy to use. Panther features centralized controls and an HMI interface that grants the user a complete control over the machine.
• IIOT ready: an unprecedented level of connectivity allows offering customers a completely remote manageable machine, for the purposes of both teleservice and machine reconfiguration according to the user’s needs.
• Easy maintenance.
• Energetic efficiency.
Giotto is a latest generation roll fed labeller, compact and very simple to install, easy to use and maintain in perfect working order. High productivity over high annual loadings
• Speeds up to 60,000bph continuous.
• Efficiencies of 99+%.
• Annual production loadings of 99+%, up to 8500+ hrs/year.
• Accurate and consistent label application.
• Designed for block integration at 48,000bph with “No bottle No Label” gap management.
• Fast auto-splicing for continuous high autonomy production 50%.
Lower operational costs
• Elimination of all tradition drive train components.
• Direct drive servomotors to all principle rotary processes.
• Elimination of contact parts – scrapers, rotary distributors - by precision parts and design.
• 300 million cuts per blade set typically achieved.
• Consumable parts limited to blades, belts and label application brushes.
• The compact and open structure allows ergonomic access for the operators
• Minimal planned maintenance activities required - 1 hour for 250 hours of production.
• 40% reduction in power consumption due to servo drives.
• Efficient glue tank for reduced energy consumption, and for maintaining glue condition and filter competence.
other components for preventative maintenance.
User friendly attributes
• Clear and simple HMI for minimal operator touches.
• Clear views of all zones of the labeller process.
• No electrical cabinet.
• Fast and simple change overs, less than 10mins for label and 10mins for container.
• Compact handling and label station modules for fast installation.
Flexibility
• High speed handling of delicate and difficult and shaped containers.
• Camera inspection and rejection options.
• Gripper stars and multi-lane division on discharge.
• Excellent e-blocking and compact line integration competences.
• A range of 0.2 L to 5.0L containers processed on standard labeller.
Connectivity data and diagnostics
• Real time remote diagnostics and support.
• Live trouble shooting and alerts.
• Continuous condition monitoring and predictive maintenance options.
• Live SOPS and maintenance tutorials available.
• Production event logging and data analysis for machine learning options.
• Complete multi-media integration options.
• Configured for Industry 4.0 norms.
In addition to Panther and Giotto, the company also offers other models of rotary or linear labelling machines, for the application of paper labels with cold glue, for the application of wrap-around labels in paper or plastic materials with hot glue, and for self-adhesive labels.
The company designs, engineers, and manufactures the most advanced labelling systems for any container model and shape, starting with the customer’s specific needs to create the best customized solution every time. Thanks to its technical and software development departments, each machine is increasingly faster and more efficient. NEWTEC has its own agents worldwide and participates in the industry’s most important trade fairs, ready to listen to every need and take on the next design and manufacturing challenge.
QVision-Tech Srl
Via San Morese, 9 50019 Sesto Fiorentino (Firenze) Italy
QVision-Tech Srl was founded in 2015, with the desire to take advantage of more than 25 years of experience in the field of artificial vision by creating a company highly specialized and focused on the development of technologies for the automation of the quality control in industrial production.
With a specialized staff operating for years in the field, QVision offers:
• Experience gained over 25 years in the field
• Reliability, ensuring maximum availability and maximum personal commitment at all stages of cooperation, from the initial feasibility study to the realization of the product, its installation, training to the personnel working on the machines, the after-sales, and the possible update of the product over the years, also according to the changing needs of the customer.
• Attention to the specific needs of the customer, in the belief of the fundamental importance of a personal direct relationship, intended to transform the simple suppliercustomer duality in a constructive and proactive cooperation, aimed at achieving a common goal.
• Willingness to growth and innovation in the search for ever higher quality standards, putting in first place the study and the development of increasingly advanced projects, using the most modern technologies in the field of acquisition and image processing.
The main field of activity of the company is the design and production of Artificial Vision Systems for the quality control in the packaging industry, mainly for the food and beverage sector. Basic products are the systems dedicated to the control of closures
(plastic and aluminium) and the systems for the inspection of vials and bottles. These systems, using digital cameras and image processing systems, allow the automatic quality control at the end of the production line, with the ejection of defective parts, on the basis of the control tolerances set by the line supervisor / operator.
In addition to the standard products, QVision also offers the possibility to supply “custom” systems, designed according to customers’ specifications, to allow performing special requests of inspection. Thanks to the knowhow acquired in years of activity in the sector of industrial applications of machine vision, the use of the latest technology and a proprietary software completely developed in house, QVision is able to analyse specific issues and offer “turnkey” solutions, innovative and reliable.
Smi Spa
Via Carlo Ceresa, 10 24015 San Giovanni Bianco (Bergamo) Italy
Tel. +39 0345 401 11
Fax +39 0345 402 09
info@smigroup.it www.smigroup.it
Packaging gives value to products thanks to eco-sustainable solutions
Sensitivity to the environment is a factor that pushes more and more consumers to make responsible purchasing choices, focused on products and brands that concretely demonstrate their green vocation and that use, among other things, eco-friendly packaging solutions. Sustainable packaging is packaging developed and manufactured in such a way as to reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of operators in the sector, without losing sight of the original functions of protecting products, informing about their characteristics and attracting the consumer’s attention at the points of sale.
SMI constantly invests in R&D activities to offer a wide range of machinery capable of processing “green” materials: recycled shrink film, rPET, corrugated cardboard or light kraft cardboard. Depending on their production, marketing, storage or transport needs, every business in the sector can now choose the
most suitable packaging solution between paper and plastic, i.e. between the two most widely used materials.
In recent years, issues related to the use of plastic, and especially its post-use disposal, have become increasingly debated topics at all levels and has led many companies to look for alternative packaging solutions to plastic, opting for materials such as corrugated cardboard or kraft cardboard. In reality, this trend has been mainly dictated by the need to intercept the increased sensitivity of consumers to these issues, since accurate studies on the production, disposal and recycling processes of paper and plastic show that both materials have a very similar impact on the environment, much less than in the past thanks to the new technologies for recyclability introduced in the sector in the last decade.
Respect the environment by choosing paper
There are different types of paper and cardboard used in the “packaging” sector; Among them, lightweight kraft cardboard is growing strongly among operators who aim for packaging solutions that make sustainability a strength, thanks to the lower amount of material used in packaging.
The features that distinguish this type of packaging are :
• Resistance: protects bottles or more delicate products while on the move. The German term “kraft” means “resistance, strength”
• Aesthetics: it offers the possibility of using impactful graphics and printing QR codes and personalized information
• Rapid biodegradability and a fairly simple manufacturing process
• Savings: it can have different weights, allowing you to save on material. Further savings are possible by making minimal packages (such as the top pad).
By contrast, paper and cardboard packages require a significant amount of energy to produce; On the other hand, the production of recycled material requires up to 60% less energy and up to 70% less water than virgin material. However, paper and cardboard can be recycled for a maximum of 5-7 times, as their fibres lose in length and quality with each process, making it necessary to constantly add new wood fibres.
SMI solutions for eco-sustainable paper packaging
With Kraft cardboard it is possible to create resistant and lighter packaging, using less material, and consequently save on the production and purchase costs of cardboard. Kraft cardboard packages can be made using the following SMI machines:
• WP series wrap-around case packers and CM series combination machines to obtain a completely closed box
• Multipack packaging machines of the MP and TPP series to produce packs in wraparound cardboard bands for products with neck in (OTT) or neck out (NT) or packs with top flap of cardboard.
Arcwise® paperboard developed by the Swedish company SCA Forest Products uses a raw material entirely derived from renewable sources. Thanks to the special bevelled design that distinguishes it, this package offers the advantage of being able to reduce the amount of material used by about 30% compared to a traditional box; In addition, the perfect adherence of the package to the packaged product guarantees greater strength. This type of cardboard can be used on:
• The wrap-around case packers of the WP series
• The combined machines of the CM series.
Respecting the environment by choosing plastic
Plastic packaging has excellent protective properties and can be recycled, in theory an unlimited number of times. Compared to paper, plastics require less energy in both production and recycling processes. The features that distinguish this type of packaging are:
Smi Spa
Via Carlo Ceresa, 10 24015 San Giovanni Bianco (Bergamo) Italy
Tel. +39 0345 401 11
Fax +39 0345 402 09
info@smigroup.it www.smigroup.it
• Impermeability: a fundamental factor in preserving food and avoiding waste
• Resistance during the transport and storage phases of the packages
• Aesthetics: for example, the neutral film allows you to easily identify the products inside while the printed one enhances them
• Savings: with the same technical characteristics, it is common to use film reels with a lower thickness, to reduce the energy consumption of shrink wrapping
On the other hand, the raw material is obtained from oil, a limited and non-renewable resource, and is not biodegradable; for these reasons, it is important to choose packaging made of 100% post-consumer recycled PET (so-called rPET). It is in fact important to distinguish between recyclable plastic and recycled plastic: the former is composed of virgin material, just introduced into the production cycle, while the latter is material from recycled sources, therefore already used in previous productions, collected and reused. From a sustainability perspective, the latter is undoubtedly preferable.
SMI solutions for eco-sustainable plastic packaging
The recycled film material reduces the production and dispersion of virgin plastic material and can be used with the following SMI machines:
• Automatic shrink wrapping machines of the LSK, CSK, SK, ASW series.
• Combined shrink film + carton box packaging machines of the LCM, CM and AFCW series.
The stretch film allows you to reduce energy consumption during the packaging process for film-only packaging thanks to the elimination of the shrink tunnel.
• It is used to make packs on SMI SFP series packaging machines.
Zanichelli Meccanica Spa
Via Mantova, 65 43122 Parma, Italy
Tel. +39 0521 490211
zacmi.info@promachbuilt.com www.zacmi.com
ZACMI:
Advanced solutions for the global food & beverage industry
Founded in 1954 in Parma, Italy, ZACMI is a leading manufacturer of filling and seaming machinery for the F&B industry. Since joining the ProMach Group in 2024—a global leader with over 50 brands—ZACMI has further strengthened its international presence.
Driven by innovation and precision engineering, the company develops tailormade solutions that combine performance, reliability, and hygienic design. Its specialized R&D department and highly skilled technicians ensure continuous technological advancement and first-class customer support worldwide Machinery and solutions
Leveraging decades of expertise, the company offers a wide range of advanced machinery, from standalone units to fully integrated processing lines, designed to meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Filling
ZACMI fillers are renowned for precision, versatility, efficiency and cleanability:
• Piston fillers – For liquid and viscous products, with or without suspended solids. A patented dosing system ensures perfect accuracy and no dripping.
• Vacuum fillers – Preserve product quality and freshness, ideal for topping up pre-filled containers or handling dense products.
• Telescopic fillers – Rapid, accurate, and efficient, reducing waste and improving productivity.
• Monoblocks – Compact systems integrating rinsing, filling, and closing for optimized space and performance.
• Be-Fill – Beverage Innovation –Launched in 2025, Be-Fill is ZACMI’s new beverage filler designed for absolute cleanliness. It features automatic internal and external washing, a Teflon membrane isolating the product path from air, and dummy containers for fully automated CIP. Three valve types—dual-channel, singlechannel, and internal-recirculation—ensure versatility across still, carbonated, and hotfill products, combining top hygiene with maximum efficiency.
Seaming
ZACMI seamers combine reliability, flexibility, and low maintenance:
• The new seaming machine (TimeCraft Master, launched in 2024) features a compact, modular design that simplifies operation and reduces costs.
• Clean design seamers are fully washable and meet the most demanding hygiene standards.
• Vacuum seamers preserve product integrity and extend shelf life.
Among ZACMI’s most advanced solutions, the Synchronised Group integrates a piston filler and high-speed seamer working in perfect harmony—reaching up to 1,200 cpm for filling and 1,600 cpm for seaming. This synergy maximises versatility and minimises waste.
Processes
Beyond filling and seaming, ZACMI designs complete solutions for essential food processing operations, such as pasteurisation, ensuring efficient thermal disinfection that preserves organoleptic properties while meeting international food safety standards. Energy efficiency and precise temperature control are at the heart of every design.
After-sales and customer care
ZACMI’s global service provides on-site and remote support worldwide through advanced augmented-reality tools, ensuring rapid installation, predictive maintenance, and minimal downtime.
The customer care portal offers 24/7 access to machine documentation, remote diagnostics, and an intuitive online spareparts catalogue for fast and accurate ordering. This integrated digital platform streamlines operations and optimizes plant performance.
Future vision
For more than seven decades, ZACMI has embodied Italian engineering excellence through continuous innovation and customer-centred design. With the launch of Be-Fill and ongoing R&D investments, the company is expanding its footprint in the beverage industry, while strengthening its position as a global partner for nextgeneration filling and seaming technologies. For more information, visit www.zacmi.com
