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15 04, 2025

Case study – Murray Downs Processing Sets New Standard for Almond Packaging

2025-05-07T09:25:22+10:00

Product: Almonds Product Spec: Woven polypropylene 50 pound bags Line Capacity: 1,000 bags an hour with 60 pallets per hour Project outline: Automation for export of large bags Customer: Murray Downs Processing Murray Downs Processing: A Triumph for Almond Growers Three years ago, Murray Downs, a leading Australian almond grower, marked a significant milestone with the establishment of a state-of-the-art processing factory, embracing Almond Packaging Automation. Initially unplanned, this facility was specifically built to accommodate the high export demands of almond growers, marking a substantial leap forward in the industry. As the demand for exports surged, the need for advanced automation
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Case study – Murray Downs Processing Sets New Standard for Almond Packaging2025-05-07T09:25:22+10:00
15 07, 2024

Revolutionary Flow Packs: Don Smallgoods Leads the Way in Sustainable Packaging

2025-05-06T12:27:23+10:00

Case study Product: Sliced deli meat, shingled Customer: Don Smallgoods Speeds: 80-100 packs per minute Oxygen residual Requirement: <0.5% immediately after packaging In a bold move towards sustainability, and improving consumer usability, reclosable flow packs have made their debut on store shelves across Australia, marking a significant milestone in the packaging industry. Spearheading this groundbreaking change is none other than Don Smallgoods, with the innovative Omori Bellpack Wrapper installed and commissioned by our very own Patrick Mercieca at Perfect Automation. This collaboration between Don Smallgoods and Perfect Automation underscores our commitment to driving sustainable solutions and enhancing customer experience in
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Revolutionary Flow Packs: Don Smallgoods Leads the Way in Sustainable Packaging2025-05-06T12:27:23+10:00
29 05, 2024

Don Smallgoods’ new resealable flow packs

2024-05-29T08:58:24+10:00

Don Smallgoods’ new resealable flow packs represent a significant advancement in sustainable packaging. In a groundbreaking move, Don Smallgoods is leading the way for change in the packaging industry. Highlighting their achievements, Don Smallgoods proudly took home the prestigious Hive Award for Best Package. The company’s latest innovation involves transitioning from classic thermoforming packs to new resealable flow packs, resulting in a drastic reduction in plastic use. This change cuts down plastic by an impressive 50%, marking a significant step towards sustainability. The new flow wrap pack is not only environmentally friendly but also addresses consumer issues. Featuring a compact,
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Don Smallgoods’ new resealable flow packs2024-05-29T08:58:24+10:00
25 01, 2022

“It is time for people to work with robots, not like robots.”

2022-10-28T14:17:37+11:00

Recent studies by Universal Robots have shown that in the US alone 24% of workplace injuries are accounted for due to overexertion and repetitive moments. “It is time for people to work with robots, not like robots.” James McKew, regional director for Universal Robots APAC
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“It is time for people to work with robots, not like robots.”2022-10-28T14:17:37+11:00
16 10, 2018

New Staff Member John Whitfield

2022-07-28T11:51:21+10:00

The Perfect Automation sales team expands to Victoria John Whitfield has joined Perfect Automation Victoria, as their National Sales Manager. John Whitfield will be responsible for the sales, technical support, and project management of high-quality packaging machinery for FMCG industry. We spoke to John about his new role and his view of the ever-evolving packaging industry. What will you be working on over the next year with Perfect Automation? To begin with, building upon the strong base of existing customers in the pouch and tray sealing area. In addition, I have solid working relationships with key packaging agencies which I
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New Staff Member John Whitfield2022-07-28T11:51:21+10:00
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