{"id":6189,"date":"2025-03-28T04:51:08","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T08:51:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=6189"},"modified":"2025-03-28T04:51:08","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T08:51:08","slug":"ulma-packaging-launches-tfx-thermoforming-machines-for-food-packaging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=6189","title":{"rendered":"ULMA Packaging launches TFX thermoforming machines for food packaging"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Built-in monitoring systems track the efficiency of each production cycle. Credit: ULMA Packaging.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

ULMA Packaging, part of the ULMA GROUP, has launched its new TFX series of thermoforming machines tailored for food packaging.<\/p>\n

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The new machines are specifically designed to tackle challenges in the food sector, focusing on enhancing production efficiency, promoting sustainability, and embracing digitalisation.<\/p>\n

The TFX thermoformers are aimed at improving operational capabilities while helping manufacturers reduce their environmental footprint, the company said.<\/p>\n

A key feature of the thermoformers is their movement synchronisation, which is claimed to boost productivity by up to 10%.<\/p>\n

In addition, the revamped vacuum system shortens the cycle time by 20%, enabling faster and more efficient production runs, the company added.<\/p>\n

Built for optimal performance and reliability, the TFX machines are reportedly capable of producing high-quality packaging while utilising eco-friendly materials.<\/p>\n

Several advanced functions such as automatic film alignment and precise zone heating ensure consistent packaging quality throughout the production process.<\/p>\n

To meet food safety requirements, the TFX range includes in-line quality control mechanisms that inspect labels and the sealing area.<\/p>\n

Additionally, features such as touchscreen-controlled tray height adjustments and rapid-release systems for longitudinal cutting have been incorporated.<\/p>\n

ULMA has also implemented a radio-frequency identification (RFID) system to reduce errors during format changes.<\/p>\n

The TFX machines feature centralised recipe management, which automatically adjusts settings in accordance with production orders.<\/p>\n

Additionally, built-in monitoring systems track resource consumption, including film, electricity, air, and gas, and generate detailed portable document format reports at the end of each production cycle.<\/p>\n

This data offers manufacturers an overview of their production efficiency.<\/p>\n

In June last year, ULMA Packaging launched upgrades<\/a> to its RFID-based maintenance system.<\/p>\n

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