Interfood Technology has taken a strategic step forward in its bakery solutions division by forming a partnership with Purpak, a leader in flexible packaging equipment.
This collaboration presents a significant opportunity for Interfood to enhance its offerings of advanced packaging solutions to bakery manufacturers throughout the UK and Ireland.
Purpak, part of the Pak Group, is renowned for its high-quality, technology-driven packaging machinery that prioritizes efficiency and sustainability. Their product lineup includes horizontal flow wrapping (HFFS) systems and vertical form, fill, and seal (VFFS) bagging machines, capable of accommodating a wide variety of bakery products—from bread and pastries to biscuits and confectionery.
Focusing on flexibility, Purpak’s systems empower manufacturers to scale production, increase efficiency, and minimize waste, all while adapting to various pack sizes and formats.
The machinery supports an extensive range of packaging materials, including PP/OPP, PE, paper, compostables, mono-materials, and laminates, ensuring bakeries can access sustainable and versatile solutions.
Purpak designs its equipment for ease of use, hygiene, and minimal downtime. Their systems facilitate rapid, tool-free changeovers and are engineered for continuous operation in bakery production environments. Integrated Industry 4.0 features, including real-time performance monitoring, predictive maintenance alerts, and remote diagnostics, significantly enhance efficiency and reliability, enabling bakeries to optimize their production speed and capacity in a dynamic market.
With teams positioned across the UK, USA, Italy, France, and Germany, Purpak leverages decades of expertise in flow-wrapping and packaging technology.
Founded by industry experts with extensive experience in the field, Purpak has established a reputation for delivering scalable packaging solutions tailored to businesses of all sizes, from small artisanal bakeries to large-scale industrial operations.
James Fitch, bakery divisional manager at Interfood Technology, highlighted Purpak’s expertise in packaging solutions and how this is evident in the quality and reliability of their machinery.
“Their robust, user-friendly equipment, combined with smart technology and a strong commitment to innovation, aligns perfectly with our values at Interfood,” Fitch stated. “This partnership is an exciting step forward for our bakery solutions division, and we look forward to working together to help bakeries improve efficiency and adaptability.”
Mark Smith, sales manager at Purpak, noted that partnering with Interfood marks an important milestone in expanding the reach of its packaging solutions.
“Their reputation for customer support and deep experience in the bakery sector made them a natural choice for us,” Smith remarked. “Both companies share a strong commitment to quality and innovation, and we are excited to collaborate on delivering reliable and efficient solutions for bakery manufacturers.”
