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Filling Accuracy in Tray Filling Machines: Why It Matters

Walk into any supermarket and you will see rows of neatly packaged meals, snacks, and fresh foods. Each portion looks almost identical to the next. That consistency is not a happy accident. Behind every perfectly filled tray is a combination of technology, engineering, and a deep understanding of what customers and businesses need. It’s the […] Learn More
Fill Seal Machinery is gaining popularity in Meal Prep

In the fast-evolving world of meal prep, consumer demands are shaping packaging trends more than ever before. One trend that’s gaining serious momentum? The shift to pre-portioned sauce cups. Medium to large meal prep companies, particularly those already using tray sealers, are increasingly adding Fill Seal machines—like those from ILPRA—to their production lines to meet […] Learn More
ILPRA vs. Drum Seal Style Machines

ILPRA Tray Sealers offer several advantages over drum seal machines, particularly in the context of food packaging and industrial tray sealing operations. Here’s a clear breakdown of the benefits: 1. Versatility in Packaging Formats ILPRA Tray Sealers: Can handle a wide variety of tray shapes, sizes, and materials, including MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging), vacuum skin, […] Learn More
Benefits of Vacuum Skin Packaging (VSP) to flat eco-friendly boards

Vacuum Skin Packaging (VSP) offers several key benefits when used for packaging meat directly onto boards (often referred to as “meat-to-board” packaging). This format combines sustainability with strong visual appeal and product protection. Here are the primary advantages: 1. Extended Shelf Life Oxygen removal reduces microbial growth and oxidative spoilage. Keeps meat fresher longer compared […] Learn More
What Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) Does to Raw Meat

What Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) Does to Raw Meat Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) is a packaging technology where the air inside a package is replaced with a specific gas mixture—commonly carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen (N₂), and sometimes oxygen (O₂)—to extend shelf life and preserve freshness. Effects of MAP on Raw Meat: Extends Shelf Life CO₂ […] Learn More
The Role of Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) in Tray Sealing

When you grab a pre-packaged meal from your local grocery store or unwrap a fresh tray of produce at home, you’re likely benefiting from an unsung hero in the food packaging world: Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP). While it might not be a household term, MAP is quietly revolutionizing how food stays fresh, safe, and appealing, […] Learn More
Tray Sealing vs. Vacuum Sealing: Which Is Right for Your Product?

When it comes to packaging your product, the choice between tray sealing and vacuum sealing shouldn’t be arbitrary. It’s more than just a decision about how it looks on the shelf. It impacts your product’s shelf life, shipping costs, environmental footprint, and even the customer experience. So, what key distinctions should you look for when […] Learn More
Sustainability Spotlight: How ILPRA Supports Eco-Friendly Packaging

The food industry is well aware that its single-use plastics have increased the amount of plastic waste in landfills. The issue is that eco-friendly packaging isn’t as durable or easily sealed by a traditional tray sealing machine. The result is increased food, time, and material waste due to the challenges posed by eco-friendly food packing […] Learn More
Unpacking the Benefits of Sollas FSX Model for High-Speed Packaging

If you’re a business manager whose business uses packaging machinery, you may wonder if you can increase your packaging efficiency. If so, you may be interested in the package wrapping machinery offered via the Sollas line of packaging machines. Our Sollas machines have shown a difference in packaging quality, consistency, and efficiency. Whether your company […] Learn More
How To Improve Your Food Safety and Hygiene with ILPRA Tray Sealing Technology

As a decision-maker, packaging solution provider, or industry professional, you understand the importance of food safety and hygiene. For innovative solutions that exceed stringent safety standards and extend product shelf life, it’s time to learn more about ILPRA tray sealing technology. This equipment streamlines food packaging via modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) technology. The hygienic stainless […] Learn More