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Confectionery

Ishida Europe has been supplying advanced weighing and packing solutions for the chocolate and confectionery industries for many years. This unique experience has given us an in-depth understanding of your issues and needs:

• Minimisation of sugar dust
• Reducing damage to delicate surface coatings
• Handling of sticky jelly type confectionery
• Resistance to abrasion and corrosion by sugar coatings
• Capacity for mix configurations for multipacks
• Reduced spillage, waste and giveaway through improved control of product flow
• Easy cleaning and maintenance for minimal downtime
• Enhanced end-of-line efficiency through automation.

Typical confectionery line

 

Ishida has developed a wide range of innovative products and services which offer complete solutions for the chocolate and confectionery industries, multihead weighing through checkweighing and metal detection to end of line pick-and-place casepacking. We can design and install bespoke integrated lines to fit precisely with your individual requirements.

IX-GA Series (1,666KB)

08/12/2008

The Ishida IX-GA Series X-ray Inspection System.

Tray Denester Solutions (729KB)

05/09/2008

Fast, reliable deployment of a wide range of tray types

Weigher-to-pack Distribution Systems (847KB)

05/09/2008

Fast, accurate placement; full product and pack integrity

IPS - Ishida Packing System (738KB)

06/06/2008

The new IPS makes packing of trays into cases and Eurocrates faster and more efficient, and enables you to vary your in-crate presentation to suit a wider range of demands than ever before.

QX-300 (611KB)

06/06/2008

QX-300 Economy range high performance semi-automatic traysealer.

SE Series multihead weighers (474KB)

27/02/2008

The SE series offers high weighing accuracy at moderate speed. This makes it the ideal entry level choice for companies new to the field of multihead weighing.

Ishida and the Multihead Weigher - Non-stop Innovation (2,534KB)

11/12/2007

This brochures outlines how major advances as well as day-to-day improvements have enabled one company to remain at the forefront of the field for many years

Ishida Training (1,291KB)

10/08/2007

The key to improved efficiency and profitability.

R-Series (2,065KB)

09/08/2007

The R-Series: new technology delivers greater speed and accuracy with less giveaway.

High performance in-line Seal Tester - TSC-R (775KB)

06/07/2007

Gentle bag handling, accurate leak detection and user-friendly operation provide increased quality control on high speed packing lines at 200bpm.

Checkweigher Range - Exceptional performance, hygiene and speed (1,090KB)

28/11/2006

Ishida DACS Checkweighers offer you: confidence that your products are always weight compliant, state of the art technology, consistent accuracy, low maintenance and a wide range of models and options.

RS Series multihead weighers (1,586KB)

02/01/2006

Combining state-of-the-art Ishida technology with unmatched accuracy and reliability, the RS range guarantees outstanding packing line efficiency and provides excellent return on investment.

QX-775 - inside cut traysealing system (750KB)

01/03/2004

The QX-775 offers maximum flexibility at unrivalled throughput rates of over 100 ppm with single lane configuration.

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Ishida Launches Ultra-High Speed Mix Weigher

11/07/2011

Ishida is taking the accurate weighing of mixed products - such as nuts, confectionery and convenience meals - to a new level of sophistication and accuracy with the introduction of a 36 head multihead weigher. In particular, the new CCW-R-236 is able to ensure the correct amount of high value products with no need for overfilling.

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Information Regarding the North-East Pacific Earthquake in Japan (PR issued by Ishida Japan on 17/3/11)

17/03/2011

We would like to send our deepest sympathy to all those who have suffered in the North-east Pacific earthquake in Japan.

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Seafood Packing Solution from Ishida Europe (Hall 4, Stand 5951)

02/03/2011

A variety of packaging solutions able to handle the special characteristics of seafood products will be demonstrated by Ishida Europe at this year's Seafood Processing Europe. Equipment on show includes high performance models for weighing, sealing and inspection.

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Ishida Promises Innovations Galore (Interpack Preview - Ishida Europe, Stand 15/A25 & 15/A26)

23/02/2011

A host of new models will be unveiled by Ishida Europe at Interpack, covering the company's entire product portfolio of multihead weighers, checkweighers, bagmakers, tray sealers and X-ray inspection systems.

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Ishida Inspection System Improves Product Safety

07/02/2011

Wolff, part of Germany's Lambertz Group and a manufacturer of high quality gingerbread, has installed two Ishida IX-GA-4075 X-Ray Inspections Systems in order to deliver higher levels of product safety in both raw ingredients and its final packed product, leading to an overall improvement in production efficiency.

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Greater Accuracy for Denmark's Top-Selling Liquorice

08/11/2010

A 24 head Ishida multihead weigher is reducing product giveaway by as much as 10% to maximise the throughput of liquorice pastilles at the Toms Gruppen A/S factory in Hvidovre, near Copenhagen, Denmark.

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Confectionery Packs get the All Clear from Ishida X-Ray

02/09/2010

Leading Swiss confectionery firm F. Hunziker & Co. AG has installed Ishida's advanced IX-EA-2161 X-ray inspection system, along with a DACS-W-012 checkweigher, to provide maximum quality control in the packing of pastilles and powdered drinks into bags at its factory in Dietikon, near Zurich.

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Portable Advantages for Ishida Strip Pack Applicator

01/07/2010

Ishida Europe has launched a new portable version of its pioneering Strip Pack Applicator system, which produces ready-to display hanging strips of pillow packs for retail display.

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Mike Heffernan to Head up Ishida Europe Sales

28/04/2010

Ishida Europe has appointed Mike Heffernan as Director of Sales - Core Products to lead the company in the next stage of its growth programme. Mr Heffernan will be responsible for sales of Ishida's extensive range of weighing and associated equipment, including its world leading multihead weighers, checkweighers, X-ray systems and snack food bagmakers throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

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Perfectly Presented Products with New Ishida Strip Pack Applicator

21/07/2009

Ishida Europe has launched a new Flexible Strip Pack Applicator (F-SPA) which produces ready-to display strips of bagged products, providing an attractive hanging display for retailers.

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Ishida Helps Zotter To Think Outside The Box

19/06/2009

An Ishida RS-Series multihead weigher installed at leading Austrian confectionery manufacturer Zotter Schokoladen Manufaktur GmbH has enabled the company to achieve a new level of packing accuracy for its premium 'Balleros' range, resulting in an extra 20 boxes for every 1000 produced.

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Machine Heralds A New Era in Pick-And-Place Packing

14/10/2008

Ishida Europe has launched a new system for the fast and efficient packing of trays into cases and Eurocrates. Operating at speeds of up to 150 trays per minute, the Ishida IPS has been designed for a wide range of products and applications, including ready meals, meat and poultry, seafood, salads, dairy, fresh fruit and confectionery.

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New Multihead Weighers Bring Maximum Benefit for Small Size Packs

12/11/2007

Ishida Europe has further extended its R Series range of advanced multihead weighers with the introduction of two new versions specifically designed for the fast and accurate weighing of small target weights.

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Ishida Grows in the Middle East

06/09/2007

The opening of new purpose-designed premises in Dubai is underlining Ishida's ongoing commitment to its customer base in the Middle East and Africa.

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Strategic Cooperation Between Multivac and Ishida Packing Line Solutions from Two World Leaders

04/09/2007

Two of the world's leading companies in the packaging industry, Multivac and Ishida, have agreed upon a strategic cooperation to provide customers with fully integrated, best-in-class packing line solutions.

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Ishida Top in Independent X-ray Inspection System Evaluation

16/07/2007

Ishida's recently launched X-Ray inspection system has been confirmed as the best product of its type in an independent evaluation by the Danish Meat Research Institute (DMRI).

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Report says the Right Supply Partner can Maximise Benefits of Automation

03/07/2007

Food manufacturers should benchmark their own level of automation against the industry standard to ensure that production efficiencies do not fall behind the competition, according to a new report published by the University of Lincoln and supported by Ishida Europe.

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Ishida Top in Independent X-Ray Inspection Equipment Evaluation

24/01/2007

Ishida's recently launched X-Ray inspection system has been confirmed as the best product in an independent evaluation by a major European meat institute.

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PPMA Show Preview, Ishida Europe, Hall 12 Stand 12231

21/07/2005

A number of new machines on display on the Ishida Europe stand at the PPMA Show will demonstrate the company's pioneering technology and ability to offer complete packaging solutions. The new equipment includes Ishida's QX Tray Sealer with integrated checkweigher, the UK debut of the groundbreaking R Series multihead weigher and the company's new Atlas bagmaker, which will also be shown as part of an ITPS (Integrated Total Packing System) for snacks.

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R series takes weighing to the next level

07/06/2005

The newly-launched R Series range of multihead weighers from Ishida Europe are claimed to be the fastest and most accurate multihead weighing models ever produced.

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Chocs A-Weigh At Seville Products

04/05/2005

Dubai-based confectionery manufacturer Seville Products has installed two DACS-Zenith checkweighers from Ishida Europe for the fast and accurate weighing of mini chocolate bars.

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European Launch For New Multihead Weigher

04/05/2005

Ishida Europe is to launch its next generation multihead weigher at Interpack. The new R-Series multihead weigher range - “the fastest and most accurate multihead weighers available” - will be demonstrated alongside other recently-launched Ishida innovations including the Retail Ready Line (RRL) - a complete weighing and packing line for fresh foods- and the Fresh Food Weigher (FFW) that enables sticky fresh foods to be weighed automatically using the combination weighing principle.

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Ishida's Dacs Packs More

14/09/2004

Ishida Europe, one of the world's leading suppliers of weighing and packing line solutions, has launched its fastest and most accurate checkweigher, the DACS-Zenith. Developed for high-speed food applications with low target weights, the DACS-Zenith checkweigher combines state-of-the-art checkweighing technology with unmatched speed, accuracy and reliability; allowing identification of even the slightest deviation from pre-programmed parameters.

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Ishida Establishes Subsidiary Company In Germany

04/08/2004

Ishida Europe Limited is pleased to announce a major investment in the German market by setting up a full subsidiary company, Ishida GmbH, with effect from July 2004. The newly founded company will be responsible for Germany and Austria.

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Well-ordered bags make a more attractive display

01/01/2003

Troll-Gott Konfektyr AB of Sweden is among the first confectionery companies to use an Ishida Flexible Packaging System (FPS) to present its retail customers with ready-to-use display cartons in which every bag is neatly ordered and correctly orientated. The new Ishida installation has also increased packing speeds by up to 80% and improved efficiency, while saving the labour costs associated with two manual packers.

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Mixing sugar-coated eggs: a colourful challenge

04/01/2000

A popular Danish treat at Easter, or indeed at any time of year, is the marzipan egg, coated with chocolate and with an outer shell of coloured sugar. Toms Fabrikker A/S, one of Denmarks major confectionery manufacturers has chosen to mix-weigh these eggs using an Ishida multihead weigher.

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Ishida Multihead weigher help reduce downtime at Cloetta Fazer

03/01/2000

Formed by a recent merger, Cloetta Fazer is the largest confectionery manufacturer in the Nordic region, with 25% of the market. The Fazer part of the company produces a wide variety of branded products. These range from chocolate bars to the famous Turkish Pepper pastilles. They are sold in Finland, Scandinavia, Poland and Russia.

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Van Damme uses Ishida to add variety and value

06/01/1999

Strip multipacks of confectionery in which each strip pack contains a different mixture: that's just one of the products that Belgian confectioner Van Damme is bringing to market using a 24-head Ishida multihead weigher with special software, over a vertical Ishida bagmaker.

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Zotter Thinks Outside the Chocolate Box (209KB)

17 June 2010

Zotter Schokoladen Manufaktur GmbH goes all out for taste and uniqueness. No two chocolates in its Balleros range are precisely the same size or shape.

Ishida multiheads reduce downtime (180KB)

01 March 2004

A flexible, multi-functional array of equipment for mixing, weighing and packing confectionery uses five 14-head weighers from Ishida.

Mixing sugar-coated eggs: a colourful challenge (217KB)

01 March 2004

One of Denmark's major confectionery manufacturers has chosen to mix/weigh its sugar-coated eggs using an Ishida multihead weigher.

Well-ordered bags make a more attractive display (217KB)

01 March 2004

Swedish manufacturer is among the first confectionery companies to use an Ishida Flexible Packing System (FPS).

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Biscuit, Cake, Chocolate and Confectionery Alliance (BCCCA)

Information on the Biscuit, Cake, Chocolate and Confectionery industry for the UK.

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CIAA: Confederation of Food and Drink Industries

Statistics and information about the food and beverage industry in the EU.

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European Food Information Council (EUFIC)

Information on food safety, biotechnology and nutrition.

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Food Standards Agency (FSA)

Independent food safety watchdog

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Institute of Grocery Distributors (IGD)

Information, research and education for the food and grocery industry.

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International confectionary association

Information on the confectionary market.

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