Company Category: Bag/Pouch Making Machines

Hastamat Verpackungstechnik Gmbh + Co. KG

Hastamat is the leading manufacturer of packaging systems for stackable chips and stick-shaped products, which are characterized by gentle product handling, innovative dosing processes with high performance. Modern, efficient production and comprehensive quality management form the basis for technically sophisticated turn key solutions, high-performance vertical form, fill and seal machines, multihead weighers and individual packaging lines. | Hastamat Verpackungstechnik GmbH + Co. KG develops and manufactures premium packaging machines and packaging lines with a production location in Germany, and also has a global sales network. Products include vertical form, fill and seal machines, multi-head weighers and stackable chip packaging lines. Hastamat has been impressing with creativity and innovation, based on decades of experience, ever since 1953. Modern and rational production methods and comprehensive quality management form the basis for technically sophisticated, efficient and high-quality machines and lines.Product range: • Buffering, feeding/distribution systems • Multi-head weighers • Dosing systems • Counting systems• Product transfer systems • Vertical form, fill and seal machines • Stackable chips packaging lines Sectors: • Sticks• Biscuits and confectionery• Fresh and frozen goods• Powdered products• Snacks and crackers• Pet food• Non-food

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Harro Hofliger, Inc.

Harro Höfliger develops and manufactures packaging machines, production lines and turnkey solutions for customers around the world and is an esteemed development partner for pharmaceutical and medical companies. Brand item manufacturers for consumer and home care products also trust in our highly specialized process solutions and services. At Harro Höfliger, [ALL YOU NEED] is a philosophy that guides our thoughts and actions throughout the organization. We accompany our customers along their entire value chain, delivering customized, scalable technology for every level of industrialization under the holistic “from lab to production” approach. With our large portfolio of standard machines and platform techniques, we find solutions for individual process steps or for the complete production line. With an intelligent combination of our core technologies, our customers receive high-tech solutions for products and devices in numerous market segments: • Aseptic Processes • Capsule Filling & Weighing • Diagnostic Products • Eye Care • Inhalation Products • Microneedles • New Drug Delivery Systems • Ostomy & Continence Care • Packaging • Portion Packs • Surgical Sutures • Wound & Skin Care • Transdermal & Oral Delivery Systems • Medical & Pharmaceutical Device Assembly Support during every project phase Comprehensive services during every project phase are an important part of Harro Höfliger’s [ALL YOU NEED] standard. Our pool of experts offers consulting on developing products and devices from the initial idea on. A thorough evaluation of the market, as well as technology, processes and planned production, is carried out based on extensive experience. The Pharma Services team helps selecting, developing and optimizing processes, especially for the core process of dosing. A state-of-the-art-laboratory for comprehensive analyses and ten conditioned cleanrooms for running tests are available from the start. Experts from Device Services assist in developing and optimizing devices, focusing on identifying and minimizing risks. This provides the basis for a rapid and secure scale-up to commercial production. Our specialists of the Engineering & Innovation Services use test setups, test assemblies, feasibility studies and prototypes to ensure process reliability. The machinery and processes developed in this manner are qualified and validated by the Validation Services. Subsequently, the Customer Service ensures that the equipment runs consistently throughout its entire life cycle. With this comprehensive service portfolio, we are uniquely positioned to meet the specific needs of our customers worldwide.

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HANDOK AUTO MACHINE

All employees of Handok Auto Machine are grateful for the generous support from customers, and promise to repay such support by supplying the best products made with the technology of Handok Auto Machine accumulated for the past 70 years and the development of new technologies a generation ahead. Handok Auto Machine would like to ask for the encouragement and guidance from its customers, and it promises to do its best to make further advancement expanding throughout the world.Thank you.

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GreenVCI Solutions Inc.

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General Packaging Equipment Co.

Over the years General has built machines for packaging a wide variety of products ranging from powdered sugar to industrial greases. Since its founding General has built over 2,000 machines. General is a significant supplier to the coffee roasting industry with close to 300 machines in the field. Other industries in which General is a significant supplier include: swimming pool chemicals, freezer gels, instant cold packs and hot packs. | For over 70 years our goal at General has been to provide our customers with simple, rugged and reliable vertical form fill seal machines that will operate at the highest possible efficiencies with the least amount of attention. There are General machines that have been in productive use for over 50 years, with no General machine being “obsolete”. We supply parts, updates and support for all General machines irrespective of age.

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G.D S.p.A.

G.D is the world’s leading supplier of high-tech machinery for several industries. Thanks to its extensive range, G.D is the only manufacturer offering complete high-speed lines and diverse solutions.G.D Headquarters, with its global subsidiaries and service centers, ensure a widespread sales and support network, always close to clients. Providing added value to customers is a key commitment, strengthened by strong synergy with Coesia Group companies to deliver comprehensive support in enhancing their product portfolio. | G.D is the world’s leading supplier of high-tech machinery for cigarette making and packing, filter production, other tobacco-based and next generation products. Leveraging its solid experience and technological legacy, G.D is ready to undertake a new challenge towards an innovative and more efficient battery production process. | G.D is the world’s leading supplier of high-tech machinery for several industries. Leveraging over 100 years of experience and technological legacy developed in the tobacco sector, G.D is a key player in the Energy Storage System industry, providing cutting-edge solutions for winding, stacking, and automated cell assembly. G.D Headquarters, together with its global subsidiaries and service centers, ensures a widespread sales and support network, always close to clients. Adding value for customers is a key commitment, strengthened by strong synergies with the other Coesia companies to deliver comprehensive support and enhance their product portfolio.

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Fres-co System USA, Inc.

Since 1978, Fres-co System USA has been dedicated to one thing and one thing only – providing the finest flexible packaging available. Offering integrated bag, pouch and rollstock solutions for coffee, food and beverage, pet food, ingredients, chemicals and more, Fres-co has manufactured high-performance flexible packaging systems and invented dozens of innovative breakthroughs employed by Fortune 500 leaders. Collaborate with us to develop reliable flexible packaging to effectively, economically and sustainably protect your products! | Fres-co System USA, Inc., a Goglio Group Company, is a flexible packaging manufacturing company supplying machines, materials, service, technology, and innovation from two US locations in Telford, Pennsylvania, and Red Oak, Iowa. Founded in 1978, Fres-co provides single-source, turnkey flexible packaging systems to leading companies in the Coffee, Food & Beverage, Pet Food, Ingredients, and Industrial/Chemical markets. During our history of innovation, we have invented many breakthrough products, including the one-way degassing valve, modified atmosphere technologies, and reclosure systems, that have been adopted by Fortune 500 companies, as well as famous specialty brands. Fres-co offers a full line of state-of-the art customized packaging equipment for dry and liquid products, including Vertical Form Fill and Seal, Horizontal Fill and Seal, and Multilane stick pack and sachet machines. Our liquid filling technologies include Low Acid and High Acid Aseptic, ESL, Ultra Clean, Hot Fill pumpable and multiphase products, and Retort. Our liquid-filling systems are designed for multi-viscosity liquids, whether with or without particulate. Our packaging material capabilities cover a wide range of cost-effective, multi-ply high-barrier packaging solutions, including digital, flexographic and rotogravure-printed rollstock, premade bags, stand-up pouches, and stock bags in various configurations and sizes. We also manufacture degassing valves, along with a wide range of dispensing fitments and reclosure systems. In addition to our machines and materials, our total system offering includes the engineering, manufacturing, installation and support of our equipment, along with continued research and development into new materials for more sustainable solutions. Fres-co provides unrivaled technical expertise, solving packaging challenges quickly with creative solutions tailored to our customers’ unique needs. Collaborate with us to effectively, economically, and sustainably protect your products. Learn more at www.fresco.com. | For over 45 years, Fres-co System USA, Inc. has manufactured high-performance flexible packaging systems and invented dozens of innovative breakthroughs employed by both Fortune 500 leaders and the most famous specialty brands in America. Fres-co offers integrated packaging solutions featuring machines, materials, and service for dry and liquid food and beverage, including high acid aseptic, low acid aseptic, hot fill, retort, ESL, Ultra Clean, multi-phase filling, vacuum and more. Collaborate with us to develop unique and reliable flexible packaging to sustainably and economically protect your products.

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Elsner Engineering Works, Inc.

Elsner Engineering Works, Inc. is a U.S.-based engineering and manufacturing company specializing in the design and build of fully custom machinery and automated production systems across a wide range of industries. From concept to commissioning, Elsner partners with companies to develop purpose-built equipment tailored to their unique processes, products, and production goals.With strong in-house mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering teams, Elsner delivers turnkey solutions that integrate seamlessly into existing operations or form the foundation of entirely new production lines. Whether automating a manual process, modernizing legacy equipment, or developing a first-of-its-kind machine, Elsner brings deep technical expertise and practical manufacturing experience to every project.Serving industries including consumer goods, industrial products, medical, packaging, and beyond, Elsner is committed to innovation, precision, and long-term customer partnership—engineering solutions that drive efficiency, reliability, and growth across any business. | Overview:Elsner Engineering Works, a family-owned company established in 1934, specializes in the design and manufacture of custom automated machinery for a variety of industries worldwide. With a legacy of innovation and quality, Elsner is known for developing cutting-edge solutions that streamline production, increase efficiency, and enhance overall process reliability. Based in Hanover, Pennsylvania, Elsner serves sectors ranging from consumer goods and healthcare to filtration and converting applications, helping clients tackle complex automation challenges. Products and Capabilities:Elsner’s portfolio includes a wide array of specialized machines for applications such as roll converting, packaging, and processing. Notable product lines include advanced machinery for non-woven and wet wipe converting, towel and tissue converting, and film and foil winding, as well as medical device packaging solutions. Elsner’s non-woven and wet wipe converting machines are engineered to handle high-speed production with precision, delivering consistent quality and efficiency for products like pre-moistened wipes, dry wipes, and similar non-woven applications. Each machine is designed and manufactured to meet the specific needs of customers, providing precision and reliability at every step. Elsner’s engineering and technical teams work closely with clients to tailor each solution, ensuring optimal integration with existing systems and processes. Commitment to Quality and Innovation:Elsner combines decades of experience with a commitment to continuous improvement, leveraging the latest technologies in automation and control to offer high-performance equipment that delivers consistent results. With a dedicated in-house team of engineers and technical experts, Elsner supports clients through every stage—from concept and design to installation and service. Global Reach, Local Expertise:Serving clients across North America, Europe, and Asia, Elsner has earned a reputation for delivering equipment that meets the diverse demands of global markets. Elsner’s partnerships with international service providers ensure rapid, reliable support, no matter the location. Sustainability and Future Vision:Elsner Engineering Works is committed to sustainability, actively pursuing energy-efficient designs and innovative technologies that reduce waste and support eco-friendly manufacturing practices. Looking ahead, Elsner continues to focus on expanding its automation solutions to help clients stay competitive in an evolving market. Connect with Elsner:Explore Elsner’s innovative machinery and discuss your production needs with their experts at Pack Expo. Learn how Elsner can help you achieve new levels of efficiency and quality in your manufacturing operations.

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ELBA SPA

ELBA S.p.A., with over 60 years of experience worldwide, designs and manufactures automatic high-speed pouch and bag making machines. More than 3,000 active installations worldwide serve different markets (food, pet food, groceries, dairy, chemical, diapers, agricultural, courier and much more), including medical and pharmaceutical ones.ELBA offers tailor-made solutions and provides commissioning, training and after-sales support. The machines’ modular design allows them to be customized and their existing configuration can be upgraded at any time, to face new unpredictable market demands. The ELBA machines can produce different kinds of bags and pouches:the SA-V machine can manufacture stand-up/Doypack, side gusset, center seal and 2/3 side seal pouches;the SA-U machine can produce simple bottom/side sealed bags, gusseted bags, boutique bags, STEB, courier bags, heavy-duty bags and much more;the SA-M machines can manufacture high-quality pouches, header bags and flat and gusseted reels for the medical and pharmaceutical markets;the SA-W machine can produce a wide range of wicket bags like bottom gusset bags, bread bags, poultry shrink bags, hygiene bags and diaper bags;the SA-V/TVB machine can manufacture high-barrier shrink bags with straight/curved bottom seals and side seals.All the machines can run with recyclable films, as proof of the ELBA’s commitment to the environment and attention to the customers’ needs. Furthermore, they are equipped with a kinetic energy recovery device which ensures savings of up to 20% on total energy consumption.Thanks to the mechanical processing department and the sister company FAE, 80% of the machine parts are produced in the ELBA facilities, ensuring high-quality controls during the whole process and the utmost attention to the smallest details.The machines are fully equipped with Siemens components and are entirely controlled by a state-of-the-art HMI based on Profinet, one of the most advanced communication protocols that controls each of the installed stations/tools independently and in real-time and, consequently, the whole production process. Each station is independent, servo-driven and plug & play.The Siemens connection system, installed on all the machines, enables the service department to offer real-time and on-site technical support within 24 working hours.Thanks to manufacturing and technological capacities and as a result of constant investments in R&D, ELBA develops advanced and patented solutions, serving the market innovatively and efficiently.Attention, high accuracy and the perfect combination of technological and manufacturing capacities are the keystones of the ELBA strategy. | Since 1956, ELBA has been designing and manufacturing high-speed bag and pouch making machines, reaching more than 5,000 installations worldwide to date. Over 70 years of activity, ELBA’s customer-oriented philosophy has remained constant, focusing on modular machines that enable tailor-made and highly customized solutions.Digitalization represents another key pillar of ELBA’s business approach. Through dedicated software, customers can access real-time advanced analytics, comprehensive production traceability, and detailed reporting, enhancing operational efficiency and process control.ELBA offers a wide range of machines capable of producing different types of bags and pouches using both conventional materials and recyclable films, serving multiple markets including food, pet food, groceries, medical, pharmaceutical, and more.The SA-V machine is suitable for producing stand-up/Doypack, side gusset, center seal, and 2- or 3-side seal pouches. It can process a wide variety of laminated materials and mono-PE recyclable films, both printed and unprinted, ensuring high performance and high-strength seals.The SA-V/TVB model manufactures high-barrier shrink bags with straight or curved bottom seals and side seals. Its flexible collection system allows bags to be stacked or collected in a cascading arrangement on adhesive tapes.The SA-U is designed for manufacturing bags with bottom and side sealings, gusseted bags, boutique bags, STEB, courier bags, heavy-duty bags, and more. A wide range of accessories can be installed, including string zippers, flexi loops, patch handles, rigid handles, and die-cut handles.The SA-W has been developed to produce a wide range of wicket bags, such as bottom gusset bags, bread bags, poultry shrink bags, hygiene bags, and diaper bags. Bottom gusset forming, cross-handle insertion, and the paramount shape device are among the optional systems that further enhance production flexibility.Dedicated to the medical and pharmaceutical markets, the SA-M machines can produce high-quality pouches, header bags, and flat and gusseted reels. Both the SA-M CH and SA-M RW can be equipped with a patented Chevron sealing station, featuring load cells for sealing parameter control and multizone heating elements to ensure a uniform temperature of the sealing area.ELBA machines are fully equipped with Siemens components and managed by a state-of-the-art HMI based on Profinet®, one of the most advanced industrial communication protocols. This system allows independent, real-time control of each station and tool, ensuring precision and full oversight of the production process. Every station is servo-driven, plug-and-play, and designed to operate autonomously.Thanks to the Siemens connection system installed across all machines, ELBA’s service department can provide real-time remote diagnostics and on-site technical support within 24 working hours. To further optimize production scheduling, the machines are also developed with tool-less systems that drastically shorten changeover times.Attention to detail, high accuracy, and the perfect combination of technological and manufacturing expertise are the cornerstones of ELBA’s strategy.

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Effytec USA

Effytec is a global leading manufacturer of horizontal form fill seal pouch machinery, located in Barcelona, Spain. The heritage of the company dates back to the early 1980’s and the founding team has well over 100 years of combined experience in building pouch machine solutions for a wide variety of product applications. All types of pouch styles are possible: flat, gusset, stand up, zipper, spout, shapes, twin or tandem, bandoleer strips. Speeds can range from 40ppm up to 360ppm depending on machine model and product application. Effytec also can offer pouch making/converting machines, and premade pouch fill & seal machines. A full support structure for parts and service is provided from De Pere, WI. | Effytec is a global leading manufacturer of horizontal form fill seal pouch machinery, located in Barcelona, Spain. The heritage of the company dates back to the early 1980’s and the founding team has well over 100 years of combined experience in building pouch machine solutions for a wide variety of product applications. All types of pouch styles are possible: flat, gusset, stand up, zipper, spout, shapes, twin or tandem, bandoleer strips. Speeds can range from 40ppm up to 360ppm depending on machine model and product application. Effytec also can offer pouch making/converting machines, and premade pouch fill & seal machines. The range of product applications is vast and spread out over different market sectors in food & beverage, pet food, cosmetics, chemicals, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and many other applications. A full support structure for parts and service is provided from De Pere, WI. | EFFYTEC is a global leading manufacturer of horizontal form fill seal pouch machinery, and the factory is located in Barcelona, Spain. The heritage of the company dates back to the early 1980’s and the founding team has well over 100 years of combined experience in building pouch machine solutions for a wide variety of different product applications. All type of pouch styles are possible: flat, gusset, stand up, zipper, spout, shapes, twin or tandem, bandoleer strips. Speeds can range from 40ppm up to 360ppm depending on machine model and product application. EFFYTEC also can offer pouch making/converting machines, and premade pouch fill & seal machines. The range of product applications is vast and spread out over different market sectors in food & beverage, pet food, cosmetics, chemicals, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and many other applications. A full support structure for parts and service is provided from De Pere, WI.

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