Sealpac UK & Partners Blog

What we achieved together in 2021

2021 was an interesting year – the world has been slowly recovering from the effects of the pandemic, with some trends from 2020 still sticking around.

How food brands are delighting consumers with interactive packaging

Mobile-enabled packaging has been around for a number of years, but hasn’t been viewed as a ‘must-have’ until more recently. The use of QR codes and NFC...

Sealpac UK & Partners now spares and service provider for Cabinplant

[Poole, England, 20 Sept 2021]: Sealpac UK & Partners are now responsible for providing spares and technical servicing for Cabinplant machinery in the UK...

How the online shopping trend is impacting packaging preferences

A large proportion of consumers switched to shopping online during lockdown, and some have not returned to shopping in-store. Two thirds of Brits shopped...

How the 15% labour shortfall is affecting the meat and poultry sector

Meat and poultry processors throughout the UK are facing serious labour shortages, which have been made worse by Covid-19 self-isolation rules and the...

How 100% of Sealpac UK customers remained operational during Covid-19

The past 18 months have been full of challenges due to the effects of both the pandemic and Brexit, but Sealpac UK & Partners managed to keep all their...

3 strategies for success in the food industry for 2021

As the pandemic continues, the way we approach food safety, defense, security continues to change – in times of uncertainty, food processors and...

Fish and seafood alternatives next big trend for plant-based protein

Plant-based fish and seafood alternatives are set to be the next big thing in the meatless protein sector. Plant-based innovation is a huge growth area...

Healthy foods and tropical flavours to become more popular in 2021

The food industry is heavily influenced by a lot of different factors – travel, social media, global events, culture and celebrities to name a few....

How low can you go? The impact of MAP CO2 levels on product shelf life

SEALPAC traysealers and thermoformers make good use of modified atmosphere packaging technology to keep food fresh and at optimal flavour. But how does...

Latest features on SEALPAC PRO & RE Thermofomers

SEALPAC machinery was designed with convenience in mind, and SEALPAC have now introduced several new features to their PRO and RE series thermoformers to...

Allergy Awareness Week: How allergy label warnings are changing

26-30 April 2021 is Allergy Awareness Week, and what better way to mark the occasion than to talk about how food allergy labelling is set to change this...

Why is training important?

There a variety of reasons why investing in adequate training for employees and supervisors is beneficial for all. Employees clearly stand to benefit from...

Leonhardt dosing solutions for higher production line efficiency

Sealpac UK & Partners are proud to be distributors for Leonhardt products in the UK & Ireland. Leonhardt have years of experience in producing highly...

How to perform a leak detection test on a SEALPAC Traysealer

Knowing the ins and outs of your machine is key to maximizing efficiency and ensuring smooth operation around the clock. We've made a series of training...

How to load the film on a SEALPAC A10 Traysealer

Knowing the ins and outs of your machine is key to maximizing efficiency and ensuring smooth operation around the clock. We've made a series of training...

Carsoe Portion-2-Pack Complement SEALPAC Traysealers

Our new partner, Carsoe A/S offer a range of Portion-2-Pack systems which automatically fill trays and deliver them to the traysealer further down the...

What does the future of butchery look like?

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a massive effect on the whole food industry – but how did it specifically affect the UK’s independent butcher shops?

Carsoe pairs with SEALPAC to create a seamless full-line solution

Here at Sealpac UK & Partners, we aim to be a one-stop shop for all your bespoke automation needs. It's important to us that our solutions integrate...

3 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a New Supplier

Selecting a new supplier is never an easy decision - especially when they all seem to be offering you the same deal! We're proud to say we have 25 years...

A Day in the Life of a Service Engineer

Service engineers are the backbone of our aftersales services. Our dedicated team of engineers are based throughout the UK and Ireland to give our...

How automation can improve the prospects of factory workers

The need to social distance as well as the mass migration of foreign nationals has meant that the UK's food factory labour force has been steadily...

Sealpac UK & Partners celebrates 25 years in business

It’s our birthday! We’ve changed a lot since we first started trading in 1996. But the one thing that’s always been the same is the high quality of the...

2020: A Year to Remember for Sealpac UK & Partners

2020 has been a historic year for lots of reasons. But through it all, we're proud to say that we've continued to provide our customers with emergency...

The Future of Retail: Takeaways From 2020

It’s no secret that 2020 has been wrought with unpredictable changes. Here are a few big changes we’ve seen this year:

Testing measures for testing times

The current Covid-19 pandemic has had a massive impact on way businesses operate. One change is that food production companies have been paying more...

Rise of the British BBQ

2020 has been far from predictable, and but 2021 is looking a little more hopeful. In the very least, we can be certain that many UK residents will opt...

Current advancements in food production robotics

Over the past year and a half, there have been many exciting innovations in automation for the food industry. Labour shortages brought on by Brexit, and...

What do today's consumers want from food packaging?

Updated Jun 30, 2021 09:27:12 AM Consumer priorities have changed massively over the past year, and you may be wondering what is important to focus on to...

How food manufacturers are beating labour shortages

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a massive impact on a lot of industries. For food manufacturers, the virus has worsened the labour crisis, which has forced...

Increased demand for meat-free alternatives

As the popularity of vegetarian, flexitarian and vegan lifestyles increase, so has the demand plant or soy-based alternatives.

Automated solutions for the produce sector

Fruit and vegetables need to be handled and packaged differently to ensure they stay at optimal freshness. At Sealpac UK & Partners, we’re proud of our...

Is mono-plastic or flexible packaging better for sustainability?

Despite flexible packaging being a popular choice, mono-plastic offers a better reality for recycling. The value of mono PET is severely underestimated,...

Automated solutions for the seafood and fish industry

Due to labour shortages and the need for increased efficiency, automation is becoming paramount to optimising factory outputs. But automation is not a...

Exceptional aftersales support for today’s production lines

Great customer service shouldn’t end at the point of sale. Our aftersales services support our existing customer base to minimise downtime and maximise...

Long life packaging for 21 days of freshness

Having a longer shelf life for your products can help to reduce the thousands of tonnes of meat UK households throw away each year. Industry experts are...

Pulsotronic: Automated Quality Control

Automating production lines increases the need for more efficient quality control processes. Since automation allows for a minimal workforce, this means...

4 ways we’re continuing as lockdown eases

Throughout the Covid-19 crisis, and now as lockdown measures are being eased, Sealpac UK & Partners are continuing to provide support to our customers to...

Fully automated and futureproof: why automation is the way forward

Automation is an ideal solution for today’s labour shortages. The effects of Brexit, and now Covid-19, have meant that temporary workers who are often...

Survive labour shortages with Cabinplant’s Quattro Batcher

Due to the current climate, lots of abattoirs are experiencing problems with keeping a stable workforce. Many factories rely on temporary workers of...

4 brand-new sustainable packaging solutions for 2020

Climate change is a growing concern for the food packaging industry, and recent data has shown increased consumer demand for sustainability. Consumers are...

Fully automated quality control with Raytec Discovery

The current food production market calls for high production speeds and volumes. No matter how efficient your staff are, it can be hard to keep up with...

EasyLid®: Now more sustainable!

In recent years, there has been an increased consumer demand for sustainable packaging. In response to this trend, SEALPAC have adapted their EasyLid®...