ULMA Packaging at Fruit Logistica 2026

At Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin, ULMA Packaging is presenting a suite of packaging solutions tailored to the fresh produce sector that combine operational efficiency with sustainable material usage. The company’s offerings are designed to meet tightening environmental regulations and evolving market demands by enabling producers to transition to recyclable and compostable materials without compromising line productivity.

Flexible Flow Pack Solutions for Diverse Produce
ULMA’s SIENNA LS BI horizontal flow pack system is showcased with a demonstration for celery packaging using fully recyclable BOPP monomaterial film. This solution protects product freshness and integrity while delivering a consistent visual finish that supports on-shelf presentation. The SIENNA LS BI distinguishes itself through quick parameter adjustments—such as bag length, temperature, and speed—facilitated by its electronic control system. Its stainless steel construction and easy access for cleaning also support frequent product changeovers and continuous operation, addressing common productivity challenges in fresh produce packaging.




Another Flow Pack option, the FR 200, supports fully recyclable packaging for products like Conference pears in cardboard trays wrapped with paper film featuring a mesh window. The FR 200’s compact footprint enables straightforward integration into existing lines while maintaining high throughput. A recent enhancement, the new Flex Set system, simplifies the adjustment of sealing jaws for different material thicknesses, reducing downtime and reliance on specialist maintenance during format changes.




Traysealing and Paper-Based Vertical Packaging
To further reduce plastic usage, ULMA showcases a traysealing application using its TSA 680 P system. This solution supports recyclable cardboard trays sealed with compostable film, yielding efficient material usage and up to 150 trays per minute depending on configuration. The TSA 680 P accommodates a range of tray and film types, including RPET, cardboard, or compostable materials, enabling producers to address sustainability targets while preserving output performance.

For vertical packaging needs, ULMA highlights the VTC 840, configured for citrus fruits in 100 percent recyclable paper bags with windows compatible with paper recycling streams. The VTC 840 underlines the company’s focus on machine stability and precise forming and sealing, ensuring that sustainable materials can be integrated into packaging lines with minimal performance trade-offs.




Integration of Smart Process Controls
Beyond mechanical innovations, ULMA is advancing digital tooling to enhance process transparency and control. The latest equipment integrates real-time monitoring of air, gas, electricity, and film consumption, allowing operations to analyse resource usage by shift, production order, or material type. Centralised recipe management coordinates settings across connected machines, reducing errors and accelerating changeovers. An automatic reporting system generates detailed performance and traceability documentation, which can be configured and exported for further analysis or remote access.

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