Category: In The Spotlight

Regal Rexnord™ is transforming the way drinks manufacturers manage, maintain, and optimize their conveyor systems through its innovative Premium Services program. Tailored to the specific challenges of the beverage sector, these services are designed to minimize unplanned downtime, extend asset lifespan, and boost overall line efficiency, all while supporting customers with fewer in-house maintenance resources. […]

In today’s competitive food and drink sector, consumer loyalty is built on trust. Whether it’s a pack of crisps, a box of biscuits, or a ready meal, customers expect the same taste, texture, and freshness every time. For manufacturers, that consistency is more than a marketing promise – it’s a technical challenge that requires precision […]

Beverage sloshing at high filling capacities causes loss and soiling KHS analyzes bottle and machine parameters using simulation Around 850 CFD calculations for optimization performed to date If, at high filling capacities, beverages slosh out of the bottle, levels of efficiency and hygiene suffer.  KHS prevents this by drawing up extensive calculations. If beverage filling […]

Warehouse automation is becoming a strategic priority as companies seek greater efficiency and resilience in their supply chains. But one question remains central: how much does it actually cost and is it worth it? Return on investment (ROI) is about more than cost savings. It includes flexibility, reliability and the ability to maintain operations during […]

We hear from retired Reckitt packaging director Arno Melchior on why digitalisation is the key to surviving the next wave of EPR regulation. The packaging landscape is changing, not gradually but in sharp regulatory leaps that are catching even seasoned players off guard. Across Europe, the rollout of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) rules is transforming […]

The UK food and beverage industry is experiencing significant challenges through rising costs due to factors such as inflation rates and supply chains. Over the last few years, the industry has seen many local and global factors impact the daily business operations. From volatile utility costs directly proceeding the COVID 19 pandemic, to a war […]

Explore innovation, sustainability, and next-gen technology at Manchester Central  As UKPackaging Expo prepares to make its debut at Manchester Central on 3rd – 4th September 2025, anticipation is building around the trailblazing solutions set to be unveiled. This inaugural event will gather the brightest minds and most forward-thinking businesses in the sector – from global leaders to […]