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Harpak-ULMA Packaging, LLC Engineering fully automated packaging lines.

Experts in:
•Corrugated
•M.A.P
•Microwavable
•Paperboard
•Plastics
•Retort
•Substrates

Equipment:
•Tray Sealing
•Fillers/Dosers
•Snap In/On Lid
•Forming
•Closing
•Cartoning
•Sleeving
•Automation
•Wrap-Around
•Case Packing
•Case Erecting
•Robotics
•Form/Fill/Seal

Industries Served:
•Bakery
•Case Ready
•Dairy
•Fresh Food
•Frozen Food
•Healthcare
•Pharmaceutical
•Meal Assembly
•Meat
•Non-Food (household, electronics, personal)
•Pet Food
•Snack

22/04/2026

AI will do this, AI will do that... but what's influencing packaging lines TODAY?🤔

We were recently featured in Baking Business talking about how AI and machine learning are showing up in real production environments, not just in theory.

Smarter systems are tightening sealing parameters, reducing variability, and catching defects earlier in the process. That means less waste, fewer surprises, and more consistent output across shifts.📈

It also changes how teams operate.

Automation isn’t just replacing manual work. It’s reducing the number of touchpoints required to keep a line running efficiently. With machine learning-based inspection, operators aren’t relying on subjective checks. The system is doing that work continuously, in real time.

That kind of consistency is hard to achieve any other way.💡

At the same time, more data is being pushed directly to the floor. Material usage, scrap, and performance metrics are easier to track and act on without digging through reports after the fact.

There’s still work to do as an industry, especially around material standardization and recyclability... but the direction is clear.👀

If you’re thinking about how AI actually fits into packaging, this is where it starts.

Read the full article here to learn more! https://hubs.la/Q04c-zCM0

21/04/2026

Medical manufacturers tend to wait for packaging regulations to be finalized. That’s a mistake.

By the time requirements are fully defined, the timeline to adapt is usually compressed. Validation, material testing, equipment changes... none of it moves quickly in this space.

The companies that handle these shifts best are already asking different questions.💡

What happens if material options change?
Can our current packaging formats adapt?
Where are we carrying excess packaging or inefficiencies today?

Next week, Harpak-ULMA joins PMMI’s Healthcare Packaging to talk through what’s actually happening right now across Europe and how those conversations are starting to influence global supply chains (AKA what's next in North America).

Our very own Medical Segment Manager Nick Kirichkow takes center stage to explore:

- Where sustainability discussions are heading
- How those changes could impact packaging design and validation
- Practical ways to evaluate your current operation
- How equipment flexibility and automation fit into long-term planning

If you’re responsible for packaging, operations, or engineering in medical manufacturing, this is worth your time.

Registration here! https://hubs.la/Q04cYFNK0

20/04/2026

It's Marathon Monday! While we might not be in the foot race, as a Massachusetts-based packaging equipment supplier, Harpak-ULMA understands packaging operations are a marathon, not a sprint.

On a day when Boston celebrates endurance, discipline, and preparation, we’re thinking about the producers running long shifts, high-volume lines, and nonstop changeovers to keep product moving.

Whether it’s a bakery producing thousands of packs over a 16+ hour day or a protein plant pushing for every minute of uptime, success comes down to more than speed alone. It takes the right equipment, the right service team, and the right partner behind the scenes to keep you going strong from the first pack to the last.

That’s where Harpak-ULMA comes in.
• Reliable equipment built for long runs
• Faster service and support when issues arise
• Smarter automation that reduces manual strain and protects uptime

Because in packaging, the goal isn’t just to start fast. It’s to finish strong.💪

Best of luck and congratulations to all the incredible folks out there running the today!

16/04/2026

It's the last day of Cheese Expo 2026! Stop by booth #1601 to see how a smart packaging solution can take your cheese operations to new heights.

Whether you need thermoforming, flow wrapping, tray sealing, vertical bagging, weighing and portioning, or quality control systems, Harpak-ULMA has a custom solution to fit your needs. Our experts would love to speak with you; see you soon!

15/04/2026

Downtime is expensive. Every producer knows that. But what truly prevents it?🤔

In the newest episode of Wrappy Hour, we dig into the systems, strategies, and teams behind packaging service and support. Harpak-ULMA leaders Randy Goneau and Pete Seward combine their expertise to cover the full Service and Maintenance ecosystem, from preventative maintenance to real-time troubleshooting.🔧🔩

If you're responsible for keeping a line running, or just curious how a massive operation can keep the lights on, this one’s worth your time.👇

You can listen to Wrappy Hour directly on our website or through your favorite streaming platform! Be sure to follow Harpak-ULMA so you never miss a release.🎧🎙️

14/04/2026

Did you know 72% of shoppers say packaging influences their cheese purchase? 🧀

Cheese Expo kicks off TOMORROW in Milwaukee - if packaging isn't already on your radar, it will be after visiting Harpak-ULMA in booth #1601 📡👀

come see packaging that actually moves the needle on freshness, shelf life, and retail appeal. We’ll be running real demos of the machines that matter for dairy:

• TFS 200 Thermoformer: skin and MAP thermoforming on a compact frame
• Cigno Tray Sealer: fast, hygienic tray sealing for delicate formats
• Flow Vac 55-SD Wrapper: full washdown flow wrap, ideal for dairy lines with wetter/softer cheeses
• VTC 840 Bagger + Cabinplant Vibratory MHW: vertical bagging paired with vibratory multihead weighing (space-saving, high-accuracy portioning)
• Vision Inspection: 100% inline inspection for label, seal and film integrity

If you’re serious about right-sized packaging, extended shelf life, stop by booth 1601 and let our packaging experts guide you.

Learn more about our equipment or schedule time with an expert below!
https://hubs.la/Q04bFPwY0

13/04/2026

Variable giveaway for your seafood products eating away at your profit margins? For some producers, just %1 giveaway can result in millions of dollars in lost revenue.

Cabinplant’s high-performance portioning and feeding systems bring fixed-weight accuracy, low giveaway, and minimal downtime to challenging seafood formats (sticky, damp, irregular shapes). Look for screw-feeding, sensor-gate precision for few-piece portions, and sticky-product solutions that cut labor and cleaning time.

See Cabinplant’s lineup at Booth 3EE401 at Seafood Processing Global to explore their array of industry-leading processing solutions. It all goes down (literally and figuratively) this April 21-23 in Barcelona; we hope to see you there!👏

07/04/2026

Seafood Expo Global is just 2 weeks away!🐟🙌

ULMA’s skin, MAP and thermoforming technologies deliver superior product definition, extended shelf life, and more compact packs that increase cases per pallet. Expect cleaner display, less drip, and faster sanitization: all designed for high-throughput seafood lines.

Find ULMA at Booth 3EE601 at Seafood Processing Global to see premium skin and tray sealing in action!

Check out the video and let TFS Product Manager Ken Forziati walk you through ULMA's TFS 200S Thermoformer from Seafood Expo North America last month!

30/03/2026

Did you know precise portioning and smart packaging can cut product giveaway from >5% to under 1%, saving millions at scale?

Seafood Expo North America may be in the rearview, but our international partners at ULMA and Cabinplant are actively gearing up for Seafood Expo Global!

If you’re tracking yield, shelf-life, or sustainable packaging, this is the show to watch. If you'll be in Barcelona this April 21-23, be sure to visit ULMA (3EE601) and Cabinplant (3EE401) to see how connected weighting and/or packaging systems protect product quality and boost profitability.

27/03/2026

🚿 Built for speed, engineered for hygiene. Say hello to the FM 400 — our newest high-speed, washdown-ready flow wrap solution designed specifically for Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP).

With speeds up to 150 packs per minute, this next-gen Flow Wrap machine is your answer to scaling productivity without compromising on sanitation or throughput.🙌

See what Flow Wrap Product Manager, Hugh Crouch, had to say about this incredible machine when it was unveiled it at IPPE 2025!

🔗 Uncover more about the FM 400 here: https://hubs.la/Q048FP7J0

27/03/2026

Did you know North America consumes the most tortillas in the world, with the market projected to reach $33 BILLION in just 5 years?🤯

That's why bakers trust Harpak-ULMA with robotic case loading systems that are designed to handle delicate, flexible products like tortillas with care while keeping throughput high.💡

By integrating robotics with intelligent vision and smooth product handling, we enable bakers to:
🔒 Maintain product quality, meaning no cracks, creases, or misshaped stacks
📈 Boost efficiency by reducing manual handling and keeping lines running at peak speed
↗️ Maximize uptime with seamless integration to upstream and downstream equipment

Whether you’re producing for retail, foodservice, or club stores, our automated systems are built to keep pace with growing demand while reducing labor strain.

🎥 Watch the video to see just how smooth robotic case loading can be. As a proud member of the Tortilla Industry Association, we're honored to serve this industry with an innovation-first mindset!

23/03/2026

Did you know the average American eats ~40 lbs of cheese a year?🤯

Though shoppers continue to exhibit price-sensitive behavior, diary products remain a staple of the typical basket. Consumers are seeking the best value for their dairy purchases, which can come in many forms: price, perceived quality, shelf-life, and more.

The best way to illicit product value amongst shoppers is to stand out with your packaging.👏 When you choose to partner with Harpak-ULMA, you enable flexibility and control over your operations that guarantees rapid ROI and unmatched efficiency.

Stop by Booth #1601 at Cheese Expo to see how custom thermoforming, tray sealing, and smart weighing can future-proof your operations!

📍Baird Center, Milwaukee, WI
📆 April 15 + 16
🔎 Booth 1601

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Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 17:00

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