That's a Wrap, Dubai! The Fuji Alpha 8 Redefines Packaging at Gulfood Manufacturing
Earlier this month, Aaron Bessell, Sales Director at Paramount Packaging Systems, spent 3 days with colleagues from Fuji Japan at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025, hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The exhibition reflected the Middle East's rapid ascent as a hub for food manufacturing and technology innovation. We were thrilled to be a part of this landmark event, connecting with industry leaders, partners and the sharpest minds in food production from across the middle east.
Our highlight of the show was undoubtedly displaying the
Fuji Alpha 8 Horizontal Flow Wrapper
Having a machine on the stand generated significant interest with its blend of efficiency, hygiene and game-changing sustainability features.
A New Era of Sustainable and Smart Packaging
The conversations on the show floor consistently revolved around two key themes: the need for smarter automation and a strong push towards sustainable practices. The Fuji Alpha 8 is designed precisely to meet both these demands, offering solutions that not only enhance productivity but also align with global environmental goals.
Key innovations that captured the attention of visitors included:
- Material Reduction The Alpha 8 flow wrapper is a sustainability champion, helping manufacturers achieve up to a 70% reduction in plastic use compared to traditional tray packaging methods. This translates into significant cost savings and a substantial decrease in the carbon footprint, which reduces CO2 emissions by over 60%.
- Hygienic and Efficient Design: Engineered with a robust, all-stainless steel construction and a short film path, the Alpha 8 is built for enhanced hygiene and minimal waste during setup and product changes. Its open design allows for easy access and sanitation, a critical factor for the food industry.
- Intelligent Automation: Featuring an intuitive, tablet-style HMI and Fuji Vision System (FVS) with "auto-teaching" capabilities, the machine simplifies operation and accelerates changeovers. The six servo-driven motors ensure precise speed and efficiency, while automated infeed systems handle a wide variety of products with minimal operator intervention.
- High-Quality, Hermetic Seals: The innovative box motion or high-speed rotary end sealing jaws ensure a consistent, hermetic seal, vital for extending the shelf life of perishable goods like fresh meat, poultry and ready meals.
Connecting in the Crossroads of Innovation
Dubai proved to be the perfect launchpad for these discussions. The interest shown by decision-makers from the Middle East, Africa and Asia reinforces the region's commitment to adopting cutting-edge technologies to fortify local food security and production capabilities.
We had many insightful conversations about how our technology can help businesses upscale production, reduce operational costs and meet stringent industry regulations.
Until Next Time, Dubai
We want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who visited our stand and we are excited about the future collaborations and projects that will develop from these connections.
Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 was a tremendous success and we are already looking forward to returning in 2026.
To learn more about the Fuji Alpha 8 wrapper and how it can transform your packaging operations, please contact our team for a bespoke consultation.