Sustainable Packaging and Digital Integration in the Fresh Produce Sector

ULMA Packaging has confirmed its participation in the upcoming edition of Fruit Attraction, the premier international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector. The event will take place from October 6 to 8, 2026, at IFEMA MADRID, where the company will be located in Hall 10, Stand 10D28. In an industry increasingly driven by efficiency, sustainability, and operational flexibility, ULMA Packaging will present cutting-edge solutions designed to optimize production processes, reduce resource consumption, and seamlessly adapt to new eco-conscious materials and evolving market demands.

Advanced Flow Pack Packaging for Sustainable Materials
Demonstrating the versatility of its engineering, ULMA Packaging will feature a Flow Pack application specifically designed for Conference pears. The product is packaged in a cardboard tray utilizing a paper film equipped with a mesh window. Executed on the FR 200 Flow Pack wrapper, this solution represents a significant step toward sustainable packaging by drastically reducing plastic usage and facilitating the integration of recyclable, compostable, and paper-based materials.

A major innovation introduced this year is the Flex-Set system. This technology allows operators to adjust the sealing jaws in under a minute without the need for specialized tools. Consequently, the Flow Pack equipment can seamlessly alternate between plastic and paper films of varying thicknesses. This functionality significantly minimizes setup times, streamlining adaptation to different formats and providing the operational agility required in modern, high-demand production environments.

Traysealing Innovations with Recyclable Cardboard
Within the traysealing category, the company will exhibit a highly efficient solution for packaging fresh produce in recyclable cardboard trays, sealed with a compostable cellulose film. Operated by the TSA 680 P traysealer, this application optimizes material consumption and heavily reduces plastic reliance while strictly maintaining product protection, functionality, and premium shelf presentation.

The TSA 680 P combines robust performance with exceptional versatility. The system is engineered to process RPET, cardboard, and compostable trays, alongside both recyclable and compostable lidding films. This adaptability ensures that producers can comply with stringent environmental regulations and market trends without compromising on industrial productivity.

Smart Equipment and Digital Integration for Production Optimization
Beyond mechanical packaging solutions, ULMA Packaging will demonstrate how Industry 4.0 technology transforms production data into actionable, efficient decision-making. The exhibited equipment features integrated smart tools engineered to monitor air, gas, electricity, and film consumption in real time. This capability provides precise visibility into the exact cost per package, driving resource optimization and improving the overall energy efficiency of the production line.

The portfolio also includes software solutions that simplify daily manufacturing management. Features such as centralized recipe management expedite format changeovers and minimize human error. Furthermore, automatic reporting systems generate detailed PDF documents encompassing critical metrics like Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), consumption rates, and traceability data. All gathered information can be natively integrated with enterprise systems, such as ERP or SCADA, and automatically routed to the client's FTP server or the MyULMA portal, fostering continuous operational improvement.

Visit ULMA Packaging
Industry professionals are invited to visit Hall 10, Stand 10D28 during Fruit Attraction 2026 to explore reliable, flexible technologies engineered to optimize packaging processes and support the future of sustainable fresh produce processing.

Edited by Maria Brueva, Induportals editor – adapted by AI.

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