Ishida has established a global reputation as a solutions-led partner, delivering measurable value through intelligent engineering and long-term collaboration. Applying our cross-sector engineering knowledge, we continue to develop bespoke solutions for specific production challenges - from fresh produce to proteins. We’ll detail our unique approach to customisation, with a particular focus on Maple Leaf Foods as an example of collaborative success, here.
Custom Solutions to Production Challenges
From the reduction of food and packaging waste to the reliable detection of foreign objects, for every challenge, there is Ishida. Applying the unique philosophy of three-way harmony, we continue to develop bespoke equipment and integrated line solutions based on customer needs. From distribution systems to tray sealers, we provide custom solutions for a wide variety of sectors and products. You can rely on Ishida’s support every step of the way - from initial information gathering to installation and commissioning for optimum machine performance.
Cross-sector Know-how
From fresh produce to protein manufacturing, Ishida meets a variety of product and sector requirements. We deliver effective solutions for the gentle handling, high-speed weighing, and optimum hygiene of fresh produce, ensuring the best product quality and longest shelf life. We also offer a range of advanced technologies for the handling of sticky and irregular products for the minimisation of giveaway and maximisation of yield. Our focus on overcoming specific production line challenges has led to more than 140,000 Ishida machine installs for brands across the globe.
The Ishida range includes:
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High-speed multihead weighers for optimum accuracy and reliability in the weighing of everything from free-flowing to sticky products
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Semi-automatic combination weighers, ideal for sticky and hard-to-handle products or short fresh food production runs
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Linear configuration multihead weighers for ultimate accuracy in low target weight applications
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Seal tester vision systems for the fast and reliable detection of variously sized apertures
As mentioned, Ishida provides support throughout the machine lifecycle. Aiming to meet or exceed your performance expectations, we can conduct extensive product testing either at your factory or our purpose-built facilities. You can be assured of full line and plant delivery for sustained and productive operation. The Ishida support also extends to customer training for the highest levels of productivity and efficiency.
Reliability as a Differentiator
Ishida stands out in the delivery of high-quality machines and equipment for vital production environments. This applies across our range, with the multihead weighers and integrated packing lines being particularly renowned for their reliable performance. Indeed, the integration of the 16-head multihead weigher at Petr Hozba’s crisp packing facility has allowed for round-the-clock operation with nearly 100% efficiency and accuracy to within 0.1g of the target weight.
Designed to be robust and easy to clean, Ishida’s advanced technology ensures minimal downtime and consistent output. The results can be enhanced with the Sentinel 5.0 collecting real-time data and highlighting potential issues across the production line. With its capacity for predictive analytics and automated preventative maintenance, Sentinel 5.0 improves efficiency and minimises downtime. Ishida’s customers can count on the support of dedicated service engineering teams and cost-effective repairs when needed.
A Model of Collaborative Success
Focusing specifically on meat and poultry, Ishida has driven success for the Ontario-based Maple Leaf Foods. Having decided to combine its poultry processing operations into a single super-factory, the leading Canadian producer opted to integrate a bespoke range of Ishida packaging solutions. This included investment in 12 Ishida Flex Grader systems and 4 RobotGraders, which would work in conjunction with 4 IX-G2 X-ray inspection systems. It would allow for the transformation of a previously labour-intensive process through automation for optimum speed and efficiency.
Maple Leaf Foods realised these benefits with Ishida:
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Delivery of higher protein volumes at faster rates
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Increased adaptability, with the simultaneous handling of various packaging formats
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Improved health and safety, with the seamless integration of Ishida equipment and Maple Leaf’s order management systems
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More reliable detection of low-density foreign bodies and reworking of contaminated fillets.
Reflecting on the collaborative success, Maple Leaf Foods’ Taimur Aslam said, “We are delighted with the performance of the Ishida equipment, which delivers what we require in terms of efficiency, throughput and reliability to enable us to increase capacity and respond quickly to market demands.”
Partner with Ishida
Committed to developing the most dependable and innovative technologies, Ishida continues to overcome tough and varied production line challenges. No matter your protein production needs, it’s worth getting in touch for a bespoke consultation. Make your enquiry today and discover how Ishida can deliver measurable value through intelligent engineering and long-term collaboration.