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Versatility latest trend in modern big-bag filling

Since its introduction the use of big-bags or Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC) has soared. Flexibility, tailor made design, speed, hygiene and ergonomic operation are the latest trends in modern big bag filling systems.

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Bag handling enters the digital era

In many countries feed is transported in bulk. However, in areas where logistics are a bottleneck or farms are relatively small much feed is still transported in bags. 'Small' products or single feed ingredients are also often transported in bags. So there is quite an industry involved in this sector, and this industry in evolving quickly.

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Nothing fishy about this discharger

The operatives at fish feed manufacturer Skretting of Longridge, Lancashire in the UK think that their Spiroflow Bulk Bag Discharger is “wicked” – which, roughly translated, means that they are delighted with the way it performs.

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Acoustic sensor enhances quality operation at Nutrifeed

When bagging products one has to be sure that the bags are securely closed. At Dutch young animal feed specialist Nutrifeed an acoustic sensor immediately warns the operator if a bag is leaking.

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Europe’s most advanced bird food production facility

Back in 1973 Cranswick plc started life producing basic feeds for East Yorkshire pig farms. Today, Cranswick is a leading UK stock market quoted company with a turnover of £318 million. Recently the company built a brand new bird food plant in East Yorkshire

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Product variety: the challenge in bagging

Packaging animal feed has always been a challenge. Jörg Rosegger of Austrian packaging specialist Binder+Co describes in a case study for high-speed bagging of animal feed why the main challenges lie in handling different products and bag sizes, and packaging sticky products.

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US exports more packaging machinery

From January to November 2006, United States exports of packaging machinery increased 7% compared to the same period of 2005 totalling U.S. $783 million. U.S. imports of packaging machinery increased 6%.

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New petfood filling machine nearly ready

Horizontal form, fill, seal (FFS) machinery manufacturer Bossar says a new petfood filling machine currently nearing completion at its Barcelona factory can package dry dog, cat and rabbit food into 50 - 1,500g capacity pre-made pouches with zippers.

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Nutec installs automated bulk weigh system

Nutec Ltd., a contract manufacturer and packager of animal feed and medicinal products in Ireland converted from manual dumping of 20 kg bags of raw material to automated, dust-free discharging of 1 metric ton bulk bags using a bulk bag weigh batch discharger.

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Pet food packaging gets more convenient

In the competitive pet food segment, packaging adds value not just by protecting the product: an eye-catching look boosts brand recognition and plays an important part in the purchasing decision, while easy-opening features are good for customer loyalty.

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