Ishida Europe

Meat

Ishida Europe is at the forefront of developments in weighing and packing solutions for the international meat industry. This unique experience has given us an in-depth understanding of your issues and needs:

Frequent and rapid changeovers - product type, target weight and pack format
Guaranteed hygienic integrity and traceability through IP certification and stainless steel construction
Shelf life extension through gas flushing and other MAP procedures
Minimal downtime for cleaning and maintenance
Cuts in labour costs through automation of manual tasks eg weighing
Enhanced end-of-line efficiency allowed by improvements in casepacking
Rapid return on investment.

Typical fresh meat line

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

Find out more about our experience in your industry below.

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Literature

QX-1100 Traysealer

27/02/2008

A revolution in traysealing performance - capable of speeds of over 200 trays per minute

QX1100_ENG.pdf PDF 3,629KB

Ishida and the Multihead Weigher - Non-stop Innovation

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

MULTIHEAD_CREDENTIALS_ALL.pdf PDF 2,534KB

Corporate Brochure

21/08/2007

An Introduction to Ishida Europe

CORP_ENG_MEAT_POULTRY.pdf PDF 1,768KB

Ishida Training

10/08/2007

The key to improved efficiency and profitability.

TrainingBrochure2.pdf PDF 1,291KB

R-Series

09/08/2007

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

CCWRSeriesEng.pdf PDF 2,065KB

Meat & Poultry Brochure

17/07/2007

The first integrated 'Retail Ready' solution...puts you in control all the way down the line

Meat_and_poultry.pdf PDF 1,051KB

High performance in-line Seal Tester - TSC-R

06/07/2007

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

TSC-R-080.pdf PDF 775KB

IX-GA Series

08/12/2006

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

IX_GA_Range_Broch_ENG.pdf PDF 1,746KB

Checkweigher Range - Exceptional performance, hygiene and speed

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.

Checkweigher Range Brochure ENG.pdf PDF 1,090KB

RS Series multihead weighers

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.

CCW-RS brochure English final.pdf PDF 1,586KB

Automatic Tray Denester

28/04/2005

High speed automatic tray denester - for the food packaging industry.

New Tray Denester Leaflet.pdf PDF 300KB

Benefit your business with an Ishida demonstration

01/03/2004

Demonstrating our experience with your product and providing training to help meet your packing line challenges.

trials and demonstrations.pdf PDF 370KB

FF series fresh food weighers

01/03/2004

Automatic weighing solutions for Fresh Food - minimum waste, maximum payback.

FFW Series ENGLISH.pdf PDF 1,004KB

How an Ishida checkweigher can increase profits

01/03/2004

This booklet shows how an accurate and reliable checkweigher can do much more than pack your product within legal limits.

checkweigher guide.pdf PDF 1,188KB

IPC - Electronic Digital Scale

01/03/2004

IPC-WP - Compact, portable scale for washdown environments.

IPC platform scales.pdf PDF 946KB

Ishida Mobile Weigher Gantry

01/03/2004

Developed to allow a single Ishida weigher to be utilised on multiple weighing and packing lines, The Ishida mobile weigher gantry provides maximum flexibility at an affordable price.

mobile gantry.pdf PDF 258KB

IW - series water-proof, digital platform scale

01/03/2004

Constructed of water-proof stainless steel, the versatile IW series is ideal for food processing applications.

IW series platform scales.pdf PDF 1,717KB

QX-775 - inside cut traysealing system

01/03/2004

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

QX775 Brochure Eng.pdf PDF 750KB

The Ishida Flexible Packing System (FPS)

01/03/2004

The Ishida FPS makes the automation of end-of-line packing process feasible and cost-effective for the first time.

flexible_packing_systems.pdf PDF 632KB

The WPL Series weigh-price-labellers

01/03/2004

Raising automatic weigh-price labelling to a new level of performance for your complete peace of mind.

Weigh_Price_Labellers_brochure.pdf PDF 283KB

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PR Stories

New 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. More >

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. More >

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. More >

Ishida Top in Independent X-ray Evaluation

16/07/2007

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

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. More >

Ishida Top in Independent X-Ray Evaluation

24/01/2007

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

Award Recognises Advanced Sealing Technology

14/11/2006

The technical achievements of Ishida's groundbreaking QX-1100 traysealer have been recognised by the winning of a prestigious award. More >

New X-Ray Machine Provides Complete Quality Assurance

26/10/2006

Ishida Europe is introducing its advanced X-ray inspection system, already a proven top seller in Japan, into Europe for the first time. More >

Ishida Unveils A 'Revolution' in Traysealing

14/09/2006

Ishida Europe claims to have completely re-engineered the top sealing of trays with the introduction of its QX-1100 traysealer. The new model is capable of sealing up to 200 trays per minute - 25% higher than its nearest competitors - making it the fastest twin lane traysealer in the industry. Features such as fast tooling changeover, gentle product handling, compact dimensions and low running costs combine to offer an excellent return on floor space and deliver perfectly presented packs for supermarket shelves. More >

Ishida Unveils Revolutionary Traysealer

01/08/2006

At Scanpack, Ishida Europe will unveil a brand new traysealer capable of sealing speeds of 200 trays per minute, an innovative X-ray inspection system, a new multihead weigher specifically developed for fresh meat and an integrated mini packing line for fresh products and ready meals. In addition, the company will demonstrate models from its latest groundbreaking multihead weigher and checkweigher ranges. More >

Pioneering Technology on Show.

13/07/2006

Examples of Ishida's advanced technology will be on display at the PPMA Show where the company will demonstrate its latest high-speed multihead weigher range, a tray sealer with integrated checkweigher and a new checkweigher with colour touch screen. More >

Developments in Shelf Life and Pack Quality

26/06/2006

On 24 May the University of Lincoln's Holbeach campus hosted the first seminar under the banner of the Food Industry Technical Training Partnership. The Partnership was initiated by local food processing companies concerned about the lack of skilled technical operators in the food industry. More >

Frozen Lardons at 208 Twin Packs Per Minute

26/04/2006

An Ishida weighing and distribution system has enabled Dutch meat processor Compaxo to produce twin packs of frozen lardons at very high speeds. More >

Mobile Multihead Weigher Gives Giebels The Edge in Flexibility

20/02/2006

A new mobile gantry for multihead weighers from Ishida Europe has played an important part in helping leading Dutch meat processor Giebels Meat Products BV develop a packing system to meet the specific needs of a bulk retailing opportunity. More >

Ishida Europe Provides Solution for Major Food Training Initiative

04/10/2005

Ishida Europe is lending its support to a major training initiative for the UK food industry with the donation of a state-of-the-art packing machinery line for a new Technical Food Training Centre being established at the University of Lincoln's Holbeach Campus. More >

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. More >

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 models ever produced. More >

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 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. More >

Tray Sealer Ensures Elegant Packs For Gourmet Meals

04/05/2005

The largest oriental restaurant in Europe, Orient Plaza BV of Wijchen, the Netherlands, is using an Ishida QX775 tray sealer to help ensure quality product presentation for its range of authentic oriental ready meals. More >

Retail Ready Line Provides Integrated Solution

28/09/2004

With growing legislative and retailer pressure on fresh product processors regarding product safety, hygiene and traceability, plus increasing cost pressures in a highly price competitive market, Ishida Europe has devised a fully automated solution for packing fresh produce, meat and fish into trays that maximises production efficiency, provides comprehensive quality control and offers a reduction in waste and manpower requirements. More >

Ishida Weigher Provides Retail Packing Solution For Deer

14/09/2004

The installation of an Ishida Fresh Food Weigher at its factory in Fischhaus, near Passau, Germany has enabled Berger Wild, the largest processor of European game, to produce 500g convenience packs for the retail market. More >

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. More >

Ishida Increases Speed And Efficiency For The Weighing Of Marinated Meat

19/05/2004

The installation of an Ishida Fresh Food Weigher at a leading European meat processor has brought a significant increase in weighing accuracy and production efficiency for its market-leading range of marinated beef and pork products. More >

Ishida Freshens Up Meat And Poultry Weighing Technology

15/05/2004

Ishida Europe, one of the world's leading suppliers of complete weighing and packing line solutions, has revolutionised the weighing of fresh meat and poultry products with the recent introduction of its Fresh Food Weigher series. More >

Ishida's New German Business Demonstrates Wide-Ranging Capabilities

15/05/2004

The Ishida Europe stand at Fachpack will showcase Ishida's established world market leadership in multihead weighing and also highlight its expertise in the creation of complete packing line solutions for fresh foods. More >

Meat Packing Line Provides Integrated Solution

15/05/2004

Ishida Europe has devised a fully automated solution for packing meat into trays that maximises production efficiency, provides comprehensive quality control and offers a reduction in waste and manpower requirements. More >

New Ishida Checkweigher Ideal For Fresh Meat Applications

15/05/2004

Ishida Europe's latest state-of-the-art hygienic checkweigher has been specifically designed to withstand the harshest cleaning regimes whilst maintaining pinpoint accuracy and long-term reliability. More >

QX 'Seals' The Future For Tray Sealing

14/03/2004

A new enhanced model of the Ishida QX Tray Sealer range is being demonstrated at Foodex/Meatex 2004, incorporating a number of innovative features that maximise production efficiencies, reduce costs, ensure product quality and optimise pack presentation. More >

Ishida freshens up weighing technology

15/07/2003

Ishida Europe is set to revolutionise weighing in the fresh food industry with the launch of its new Fresh Food Weigher series. More >

Automated packing of long sausages: now Tulip Food Company improves pack appearance and reduces cost with Ishida

01/01/2003

Steff Houlberg, now a part of Tulip Food Company, has partnered with Ishida Europe to automate the packing of long (165mm) sausages in plastic pouches. The new approach delivers a neater, more consumer-friendly pack, but also saves considerably on plastic film, manpower and giveaway compared with the previous manual/flow-wrap method. More >

Roach Foods doubles throughput with first lardon multihead weigher in UK

31/12/2002

The UK's leading supplier of pre-packed bacon and cooked meat to supermarkets has replaced a volumetric packing system with an Ishida multihead and tray-filling distribution system. Speed has now increased to the top speed of the thermoforming system. Throughput has been doubled. Presentation has been improved and product-in-seal problems eliminated, while manpower costs have been considerably reduced. More >

Major Advances in Weighing and Handling from Ishida

03/01/2002

Two major breakthroughs in the weighing and packing of fresh foods will be unveiled by Ishida Europe at Foodex/Meatex. More >

New Checkweighers Ideal for Fresh Food Applications

12/09/2001

Ishida Europe has launched a new state-of-the-art hygienic checkweigher, specifically designed to withstand the harshest cleaning regimes while maintaining pinpoint accuracy and long-term reliability. More >

Checkweigher data valuable production aid for frozen meat processor

10/01/2000

Leading frozen meat processor W & J Parker is using an Ishida DACS-W-030 checkweigher to carry out final weight checks on its ranges of frozen chops, ribs and steaks, supplied to leading retailers. More >

Ishida and Staff Houlberg on target: 120 packs per minute

08/01/2000

Steff Houlberg is one of the three major pigmeat companies in Denmark. The company owns the largest slaughterhouse in the country and handles about 60,000 pigs per week for the domestic and export markets. More >

Mirsa buys Ishida for low-temperature weighing of goulash ingredients.

07/01/2000

Take a tomato, whose weight can vary considerably, place it in a pack and fill up to the exact target weight with the other components of goulash soup. All this at high speed at fifteen degrees below zero. More >

Ishida helps Karjaportti increase its slice of the pork products market

06/01/2000

With four factories turning out a wide range of foods, Karjaportti is a major player in the pig products market in Finland. Its Mikkeli factory packs sliced wursts and salamis, sausages, ham, pizza toppings, burger filling and meat balls. More >

Multihead weigher brings frozen meat packing benefits

07/01/1999

An Ishida CCW-NZ-214W-S/70-WP multihead weigher installed at leading frozen meat processors W & J Parker (Wholesale) Ltd has led to increased packaging speeds and efficiencies across the Company's extensive product range. More >