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Appointment Builds on a Culture of Trust, Innovation and Leadership TAUNTON, Mass., July 15, 2024 – Harpak-ULMA is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Roach to Chairman of the Board, effective immediately! Kevin, who has served as CEO since 2018, brings a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking vision to his new additional role,…

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Industry-esteemed Veteran imbued a legacy of Innovation and Leadership on those around him TAUNTON, Mass., July 15, 2024– With profound respect and gratitude, Harpak-ULMA announces the retirement of Charlie Harlfinger, long-time Chairman of the Board. Charlie’s exceptional leadership and visionary contributions have been pivotal in shaping the packaging industry over the past six decades. Charlie…

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New 3D printing service for tray package prototyping enables merchandisers to easily customize tray prototypes, dramatically reducing cost and time to market TAUNTON, Mass. Feb. 29, 2024 — Harpak-ULMA, the industry leader in smart, connected packaging solutions, has introduced a nationwide 3D printing service tailored specifically for tray package prototyping. Customers also have the option…

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Completing coursework now earns participant professional Continuing Education Units TAUNTON, Mass.–Harpak-ULMA, the industry leader in smart, connected packaging solutions, announced that its Harpak-ULMA Packaging Academy is now accredited by the International Accreditors of Continuing Education and Training (IACET). As a result, participants completing Academy coursework are eligible to receive professional Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Harpak-ULMA…

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Patented vertical vacuum bagging solution automates manual-intensive bagging processes  TAUNTON, MA – Harpak-ULMA, the industry leader in smart, connected packaging solutions, has announced the North American availability of ULMA’s Tight-Bagâ„¢ machines for poultry products. Tight-Bag technology combines vertical bagging with a revolutionary, patented air extraction process to automate vacuum bagging for many food products. The…

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Simplified, flexible, and versatile EOL case packer is easily configured with an intuitive HMI for both Totes and Boxes TAUNTON, MA – Harpak-ULMA, the industry leader in smart, connected packaging solutions, announced the North American availability of its Gravity Case Packer, an end-of-line automation solution. The Gravity Case Packer may be used with a variety…

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New smart vision system inspects thermoformed packages for food and medical devices TAUNTON, MASS. — Harpak-ULMA®, the industry leader in smart, connected packaging solutions, announces the North American launch of ULMA-Vision — its new, smart, high-performance integrated inspection system now available with its thermoform packaging platforms. Vision inspection systems have long been used to ensure package…

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Compact High-Output Horizontal Wrapper Delivers Exceptional Throughput TAUNTON, MASS. — Harpak-ULMA®, the industry leader in smart, connected packaging solutions, announces the North American launch of ULMA’s groundbreaking FR 400 TWIN Flow Wrapper— promising to revolutionize high-volume automated packaging operations with its exceptional throughput and compact footprint. The unique space-saving design of the innovative high-output horizontal…

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We are thrilled to announce that Harpak-ULMA Packaging has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Technology Excellence Award in the General Packaging and Processing category at PACK EXPO Las Vegas (September 11-13; Las Vegas Convention Center). This esteemed award, owned and produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, recognizes the cutting-edge innovations and…

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First-of-a-kind tray sealing solution delivers more throughput in a smaller footprint with fewer staff TAUNTON, Mass. — Harpak-ULMA, the industry leader in smart, connected packaging solutions, announces a breakthrough in tray sealing technology – the Mondini Trave Sinfonia® offers unparalleled productivity and cost savings. This solution enables snack and meal producers to dramatically increase packaging…

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