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Further growth: Syntegon acquisition strengthens leading pharmaceutical portfolio
Syntegon has announced the expansion of their pharmaceutical processing and packaging portfolio with the acquisition of Azbil Telstar, enhancing their capabilities in lyophilized vial filling. This acquisition strengthens Syntegon and Nupac’s position in the pharmaceutical industry even further allowing us to provide manufacturers with complete and integrated solutions including vial filling, isolator technology, freeze dryers, […]
Syntegon presents processing solutions and bagging innovation at ProSweets
With our final wrap up of ProSweets, we take a look at the Syntegon stand and their innovative solutions to the confectionary industry. At ProSweets, Syntegon showcased their system competence for the confectionery industry – from kitchen, depositing, and finishing technologies to packaging solutions at booth H-009. Visitors to the booth were able to experience […]
A journey from the past to the future with HANSELLA at ProSweets
At this year’s ProSweets, HANSELLA celebrated over 100 years in operation with a look back at their beginning in 1921. As one of the most traditional German companies in the production of confectionery products such as hard and soft candies, chewing gums as well as bars and similar products. HANSELLA is one of the world’s […]
Sapal Launch the CHOCOMAXX at ProSweets
Bringing together the confectionary and snacks industry, ProSweets expo took over Cologne from the 28th to the 31st of January, hosting 248 exhibitors from 30 countries, and over 13,000 trade visitors. This exhibition offered the perfect opportunity for Sapal to showcase their brand new multistyle wrapping machine for chocolate, the CHOCOMAXX. This innovation is a […]
Nupac To Unveil Cutting-Edge Packaging Solutions at APPEX 2024
Nupac is set to make a splash at APPEX 2024 at Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre from the 12th to the 15th of March. As the premier packaging and processing exhibition in ANZ, APPEX promises to be bigger than ever, with Nupac gearing up to showcase groundbreaking machinery that underscores our commitment to innovation and […]
Russell Finex Filter Transforms FMC’s Production Efficiency
FMC faced a critical efficiency challenge: the need for a self-cleaning filter to ensure an uninterrupted production for their herbicide processing. The existing GAF filters required replacement every 3 to 4 batches, taking 15 minutes each time. To address this issue and reduce spare parts cost, labour, and downtime, FMC turned to Nupac, a trusted […]
Dosing disks for optimal capsule filling
The GKF Selection Series provides best conditions for state-of-the-art, flexible, and safe filling of capsules. It is capable of filling different types of products or combinations of products into hard shell capsules (HPMC or gelatin). Thanks to the modular assembly of the capsule filler, the machines can accommodate filling applications for (mini-) tablets, pellets, granules, […]
Nupac Celebrates 40th year milestone
Founded in 1983 in Melbourne, Victoria, Nupac Industries has come a long way since its humble inception. Taken over by Peter Pontikis in 2009, the company has continued to grow, building on strong relationships and striving to provide exceptional support and solutions to local manufacturers. Now, as a leading supplier of high quality packaging and processing machinery, we proudly […]
Nupac wins Excellence Certificate at Interpack
Interpack 2023 was kicked off with an awards ceremony from leading machinery manufacturer Syntegon (previously Bosch Packaging). Recognising extraordinary sales success they awarded Nupac Industries the Syntegon Excellence Certificate for their efforts across Australia and New Zealand. With strong sales success across the region, supported by a knowledgeable and respected service team, Nupac were also ranked […]
Syntegon to showcase flexible end-to-end system for coffee at interpack 2023
Syntegon’s end-to-end system for coffee bean packaging will be exhibited at this years interpack, held in Duesseldorf from the 4th to the 10th of May. The packaging line, consisting of a PMX, a product handling system, and an Elematic 3001 WAH, offers modern control technology and a flexible and multifunctional solution for product handling. The […]
The Russell Screen Changer™
The Russell Screen Changer™ is a multi-award-winning screen deck lifting device, designed for effortless inspection and replacement of mesh screens. Now, the Russell Screen changer™ has undergone ergonomic improvements to improve usability and manual handling, making it easier than ever to assemble and disassemble. Refined and adjusted based on customer feedback, the Russell Screen Changer™ is now even […]
Soft plastic recycling trial shines light on the future of Australian packaging
Australian food manufacturers are backing a new scheme focused on keeping soft plastic out of landfill and utilising this for recycled soft food-grade plastic packaging, developed here in Australia. The first series of the trials around this scheme occurred between the 7th and 13th of November 2022 in Victoria’s Macedon Ranges Shire Council, allowing households […]
Eco Save Pack – Collaborating for Sustainable Pharmaceutical Packaging
Recyclability and sustainability are growing trends across all markets, with government policies and consumer pressure encouraging adoption in a range of these industries. In the pharmaceutical industry specifically, there has been a steady increase in the demand for sustainable packaging materials, with drivers such as reduced ecological footprint and reduced costs having an impact. One […]
Manufacturing Medicinal Cannabis | Capsule Filling
Medicinal cannabis is a growing industry, with regulations constantly evolving through different states and countries. As these regulations adjust, so do the products and the potential delivery methods. For medicinal cannabis and the surrounding products, much like the pharmaceutical industry in general, accuracy and control remain an important factor in the production process. The GKF, […]
PHS 2.0 Sealing System saving costs and offering recyclability
Our partner Syntegon Technology has developed new sealing jaw technology for vertical baggers, the PHS 2.0. Suitable on a range of baggers, such as the SVE 3620 LR, this can be retrofitted on existing solutions or included on new baggers. Increases OEE One of the benefits of this new sealing technology is its ability to […]
Tablet Press for Production of Challenging Natural Medicines | Success Story
Through the challenges of COVID, Nupac successfully provided a Syntegon Tablet Press solution to Metagenics ANZ allowing them to hit their required output with consistent and quality tablets. “We selected Syntegon for this project because Metagenics needed high quality and excellent reliability. The implementation was difficult due to covid, but we are happy with the […]
Welcoming back the Melbourne International Coffee Expo
27-30 September | Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre After three years of postponements, the Melbourne International Coffee Expo will be making its return in September 2022! As the largest and most exciting dedicated coffee event in the Asia Pacific, MICE provides a great space for the coffee industry to connect and network, bringing together café […]
Worlds Largest Pharma Expo returns | ACHEMA 2022
Between the 22nd and 26th of August, the leading international event for chemical, pharmaceutical & biotech research and manufacturing returns in Frankfurt, Germany. ACHEMA 2022 will brings together the leading global manufacturers in packaging and processing solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, providing the perfect opportunity to see these solutions in person and speak with the experts […]
Probat Launch New NEPTUNE 1000 Drum Roaster
PROBAT, the world market and technology leader in coffee processing technology, and Nupac, their Australian and New Zealand agents, present the next generation of industrial drum roasters. The forward-looking NEPTUNE 1000 is a perfect combination of flexibility and process safety, clad in an innovative hygienic design. PROBAT has reached the next step in drum roasting […]
Auspack in Review
Between the 17th and 20th of May, Auspack 2022 took place at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the first industry exhibition of this size since 2019. It was great for the industry to once again re-engage face to face, with the overall exhibition a great success. During the exhibition APPMA also released some big […]
We will be at AUSPACK | Come and visit us!
After 3 years of delays and setbacks it is great to finally have AUSPACK back up and running in 2022. From the 17th to the 20th of May, the AUSPACK Exhibition will take place at the Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre. We are once again proud to announce we will be exhibiting a stand at […]
Wyzo | The world’s first Sidebot
Wyzo – The world’s first high speed pick-and-place sidebot, is now available, programmed to work safely side-by-side with humans without protective barriers or performance compromises. Perfect for companies making their first steps into automaton of those looking for unrivaled versatility and flexibility, this is a timely and truly innovative solution. The “world first” compact and […]
Up to $1 million in funding for manufacturing initiatives
Application closing date: 30 June 2022 Offering up to $1 million to commercialise new products and processes, the Advanced Manufacturing Commercialisation Fund provides matched funding for small to medium manufacturing enterprises. The grant will cover up to 50% of eligible project costs, with between $100k and $1 million offered. This grant is suited to manufacturers operating […]
New packaging machine for coffee | Syntegon introduces PMX
Highest flexibility enables customer-specific format requirements Full-corner-sealing for attractive design options Condition monitoring reduces resource consumption Cost saving through reduced material wastage Syntegon Technology is expanding its portfolio for coffee packaging machines with the release of the new PMX packaging machine for ground coffee and whole beans. This solution can be used for […]
Automation drives quality and efficiency
The megatrend automation has continued to shape the manufacturing industry, gathering momentum during the pandemic. As manufacturers realise the competitive advantages of automation, robots are becoming indispensable on the factory floor. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), the number of industrial robots has more than tripled during the past decade globally. They are […]
Stock Machines – Available now
Bagger – Syntegon SVE 3620 LR Applications: High quality pillow, gusseted & block bottom bag solution. The SVE 3620 LR is a continuous motion vertical bagger for basic bag styles including pillow, gusseted and block bottom bags. Smooth production and high quality bags Compact design for good ergonomics and optimal use of floor space Corrosion-resistant […]
A booming market for Nutraceutical Gummies – PKN
In the 1990s, Nutraceutical Gummies were brought to the market to provide an alternative delivery method for vitamins and minerals. This concept was heavily targeted towards children who showed resistance to more traditional, less appetising, delivery methods such as tablets, powders and liquids. Now its target market is expanding. With growing lifestyle diseases, busy schedules […]
Government Grant funding for manufacturing projects – Avant Group
The Federal and various State governments offer a range of grant funding and other incentives to assist businesses investing in major projects, capital infrastructure, export endeavours, research and development, and industry sector growth initiatives. In most cases, grant funding isn’t required to be paid back, offering an exceptional opportunity for businesses to invest into growth […]
A unique opportunity for Victorian roasters
Nupac Coffee has a rare ‘ready to roast’ roastery opportunity in Tullamarine, Melbourne. Including an exceptionally maintained PROBAT P50 Drum roaster, with afterburner, this facility has green bean and roasted bean storage, gas connected and space to roast. It is ready to go for roasters looking to increase their capacity or looking for a high […]
Important factors to consider when buying a coffee roaster
The roasting process allows roasters to take control of their product, developing unique flavour profiles to make their product stand out from the competition. This is the most important part of the plantation-to-cup process with the coffee roaster being the most important piece of equipment for a roastery. Whether setting up a new roastery or […]
How to prevent downtime and increase efficiency proactively
Machinery faults and breakdowns are usually problems which companies look at solving reactively. Once a fault or breakdown occurs, there is a scramble to fix the problem, contacting service teams and looking for spare parts to reduce downtime, resulting in lost product and sales. This can be a stressful and costly exercise for companies and […]
Cobot palletiser solution halves labour costs
Looking for a palletising solution to reduce labour costs and improve worker safety, a Milk Formula manufacturer reached out to Nupac. Nupac worked with the customer to provide a Cobot palletiser that exceeded their expectations. Nominated for a safety award Halved labour cost ROI in less than 11 months “Best installation of any machinery in […]
GKF 60 | Expertly designed for research and lab testing
Providing a solution for high accuracy, small dosing, automated capsule filling, Syntegon have recently released the new GKF 60. Flexible and compact this solution has been designed specifically with lab-testing and research in mind and aims to help improve quality and accuracy, while also saving time and reducing labour and costs through automation. Syntegon understands […]
Manufacturers upgrade to match nutraceutical growth
The substantial growth in the nutraceutical and functional food markets has seen companies enhancing their processing and packaging lines to keep up with the demand. ‘Nutraceuticals’ is a fairly new term in the food and health space. Lacking a definite definition these products provide nutritional and health benefits, however they are not pharmaceuticals. They include […]
Compact counting solutions – Cremer HQ Series
The new Cremer HQ Series Product Counting Machines are a compact and highly versatile product counting system for primary or secondary packaging of confectionery and food, as well as non-food products. Developed to provide a fast, reliable, and cost-efficient solution, the HQ Series is scalable for different production requirements, including several models to suit different […]
What would you do with a $500k grant to support manufacturing?
With a commitment to provide $60 million worth of support for the Australian manufacturing industry, the Victorian government is offering up to $500k worth of funding to support projects which help manufacturing businesses innovate and grow. The Business Development Program issued by the Victorian Government will fund up to 33% of the purchase and commissioning […]
New hygienic and flexible Air Expellers
Syntegon have released a new air expeller to the market. With the use of hygienic silicon extrusion profiles, backed with steel strips, the Syntegon air expeller reduces the need for sponge material and minimizes the residual air in bags dramatically. Extremely effective, and with tool-less adjustment, the Syntegon Air Expellers allow for residual air optimisation, […]
SN Maschinenbau FME 50 – Small footprint, large capability
A step towards reduced footprint and waste, with an increase of OEE and sustainable processing, is a step in the right direction. The SN FME 50 Rotary Form Fill & Seal machine offers the ability to take this step, allowing a range of recyclable films while also running at a surprisingly low energy consumption. This […]
COVID Trends here to stay – What this means for manufacturing
There is no doubt the world has changed significantly over the last 12 months, inevitably resulting in industries and businesses also having to evolve, or risk being left behind. With the easing of restrictions and the slow transition back to normality in Australia, we have seen the panic buying subside, however a large change in […]
Syntegon SVE 3620LR Bagger – Increase Your Production
Proven and Reliable Technology The SVE 3620LR is a continuous motion vertical bagger for basic bag styles including pillow, gusseted and block bottom bags, both small and large. Corner Sealing: Patented corner-sealing module positioned in front of forming shoulder does not increase machine height. Removeable folding frame and easy bypassing of corner-seal unit enables quick […]
Complete Vaccine Production System
Together in the fight against COVID-19 The manufacturing process of a COVID-19 vaccine depends on the active ingredient; therefore the process equipment must offer maximum flexibility to ensure the easy adaption to manufacturing specifications. For a fast track, line configuration solution read more about Syntegon’s Complete Vaccine Production System. Contact us today for more information […]
The impact of 20% increase in throughput for a fresh food manufacturing customer!
A Nupac customer focussed on the loose-leaf salad production and manufacturing, purchased their first vertical form fill and seal (VFFS) bagger from Nupac two years ago to replace an opposition model. The new VFFS bagger provided them a 20% better throughput than their previous machine. Due to the increased demand on production late last year, […]
Syntegon Continues With Australian & NZ Partnership
Known as Bosch Packaging Technology until late 2019, the former Bosch division now presents itself as Syntegon – the new name in processing and packaging. Syntegon’s business focus is on intelligent and sustainable technologies for the food and pharmaceutical industries which is why extending the technology range is a priority for the company. It was […]
Russell Finex – Industrial Sieving Solution for Pharmaceutical Powders
A major pharmaceutical company optimizes its pharmaceutical production line with the installation of the Russell Finex high performance sieving equipment. With nine manufacturing companies across India, a leading pharmaceutical company had plans to develop and revolutionize the pharmaceutical industry across the Indian subcontinent. Six of these manufacturing facilities focus on the combination and formulation processes […]
Artificial intelligence in visual inspection – far more than a vision
AUTOMATED INSPECTION MACHINES POWERED BY DEEP LEARNING VALIDATED System ready for qualification Already in use in manufacturing line EFFECTIVE Detection rates up to 100% False reject rates down to 0% SIMPLE Seamless integration into vision system Only 3 vision tools per recipe ECONOMICAL Less machine idle time for recipe tuning Potentially millions of dollars in […]
Syntegon’s Doy Zip VFFS Bagger for High Quality Doy Zip Bags
CONTINUOUS MOTION VFFS BAGGER FOR HIGH QUALITY DOY ZIP BAGS Syntegon’s Doy Zip resealable pouch captivates consumers with a premium look, locked-in freshness and outstanding convenience. A stand-up pouch that catches the eye and delivers a quick return on investment, Syntegon gives brands a leg up with premium quality and product protection while you score […]
Syntegon SVC 4020 – Hygienic & Flexible Vertical Bagger
SCIENCE OF SMART DESIGN – SOLVING THE HYGIENE EQUATION Safeguard your brand from costly recalls and comply with the latest food safety regulation standards with the hygienic SVC packaging machine from Syntegon. The state of the art SVC vertical packaging platform provides high hygiene levels, protecting product packaging from potential contaminants. The SVC bagger is […]
Rudolf Deckert DTT200 Track & Trace Unit
For packaging of prescription drugs, marked with an individual traceable serial number and a 2D Data-Matrix-Code, additionally to the human readable batch related production data. Also each package has to be secured with a tamper evident closure. DTT200 M&V Unit-Track & Trace 2016 Brochure
Russell Finex – Self Cleaning Eco Filter
Self cleaning industrial filters to remove contamination and oversize materials from your liquid products. Designed to suit a range of processing requirements across all industries, the Self Cleaning Eco Filter is an innovative filtration unit ensuring that contamination can be easily removed from your liquid products. With a range of models available, this unit is […]
Russell Finex – Compact Sieve
High-capacity vibrating screen and sieve machines for improving product quality and purity. The Russell Compact Sieve range of round vibratory screens removes all over sized contamination and is ideal for high capacity safety screening of powders and liquid slurries. These vibratory sieves fit neatly into production lines, providing considerable screening capacity without requiring excessive headroom. […]