To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Macpac has installed a new Illig six-bar thermoformer as part of its ambitious growth strategy. The increased demand from the food and pharmaceutical industries has driven this investment, allowing the company to enhance its run speed capabilities.
This state-of-the-art machine offers industrial process control, advanced forming and punching technology, and a generous maximum forming area of 756mm x 535mm. With a fully robotized stacking system and the ability to operate at up to 55 cycles per minute, it significantly enhances Macpac’s production capabilities.
Furthermore, this thermoformer enables flexible production of medium to large-sized batch sizes, accommodating frequent changes in material type, format, and tools. It provides the versatility required to meet the evolving needs of the packaging industry.
This acquisition follows the installation of an Illig RD74 down stacking machine with an additional secondary punch press almost a year ago. These investments demonstrate Macpac’s commitment to growth, both domestically and in overseas markets. Particularly noteworthy is the company’s ability to capture the increasing demand for packaging solutions from the global pharmaceutical and food industries.
Graham Kershaw, Macpac’s managing director, emphasizes the significance of this investment: “The new Illig thermoformer is another substantial contribution to support our continued growth. It allows us to meet higher volumes while maintaining the exceptional standards of service and quality our clients expect. This investment reflects our utmost confidence in our dedicated team and innovative products.”
In an increasingly competitive market, Macpac’s latest investment will undoubtedly position the company as a key player in the food and pharmaceutical packaging sectors. Its commitment to sustainability, demonstrated through its use of long-tail keywords like food and drink sustainability, sustainable packaging, food and drink marketing, and food and drink consumer trends, further showcases its dedication to meeting the evolving needs of its customers.
