What Is the Most Efficient Way to Package Poultry?
Poultry packaging sits at the intersection of some of the toughest demands in food production and presents a unique set of challenges.
Packaging
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.
Balancing Expectation with Practicality - The Consumer’s Influence on Packaging
In today’s fast-moving marketplace, packaging has become much more than a means of protection or presentation, it’s a powerful communication tool. As consumer awareness grows around issues like sustainability, waste reduction and convenience, manufacturers are under increasing pressure to adapt.
What to Consider When Future-Proofing Dairy Packaging Systems
As the dairy industry evolves, packaging systems must do more than simply wrap and protect products, they must adapt quickly, support sustainability goals, integrate with automation and withstand increasing regulatory and retailer expectations.
What to Consider When Reviewing Bakery Packaging Systems
In the bakery industry, packaging does far more than protect a product, it preserves freshness, maintains product quality and plays a key role in presentation and shelf appeal. With increasing demand for efficiency, hygiene and sustainability, bakeries need packaging systems.
Plastic vs. Paper Packaging: Finding the Balance Between Sustainability and Practicality
When it comes to sustainable packaging, few topics spark more debate than plastic versus paper. Both materials have their pros and cons, environmentally, commercially and practically, and businesses today are under more pressure than ever to make the right choice for their products and customers.
Case Study: Fuji Confectionery Wrappers Installation
One of our confectionery clients needed a new machine capable of handling the high-volume wrapping of delicate pralines and chocolate bars. The system had to maximise production output while maintaining efficiency, consistent high-quality presentation and product freshness.
Innovations in Packaging for 2025 – and How Fuji Flow Wrappers Are Leading the Way
As we step further into 2025, the packaging industry is seeing a wave of innovation – driven by sustainability goals, automation and changing consumer expectations. For food manufacturers and packers, staying ahead means embracing smarter, greener and more flexible packaging solutions.
Plastic Packaging Tax Increased in April: How to Cut Costs Without Compromising Quality
The Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) increased this April, and if your business relies on plastic packaging, it’s crucial to understand what this means for you. The UK government introduced PPT in April 2022 to encourage companies to use recycled plastic in their packaging.
Case Study: Fast-Track Flow Wrapping Solution for Leading Food Producer
When a long-standing food manufacturer experienced the sudden failure of two vital packaging machines—after an impressive 35+ years of service—it wasn’t just an inconvenience.
Showcasing Fuji’s Flagship Flow Wrapping Technology at Foodex 2025
We are excited to announce our participation in Foodex 2025, which will be held at the NEC, Birmingham from 7th - 9th April. Visitors are invited to Stand J110, where we will feature Fuji's latest packaging technology innovations.
Fuji Flow Wrappers: Transforming Ready Meal & Convenience Food Packaging
In the dynamic world of ready meals and convenience foods, Paramount Packaging Systems is leading the charge with Fuji's innovative flow wrappers. Combining efficiency, sustainability and superior product protection, these state-of-the-art machines are redefining the packaging landscape.
Introducing RECLO-SURE: A Breakthrough in Sustainable FlowWrap Packaging
Paramount Packaging Systems is excited to present Fuji’s latest innovation, RECLO-SURE—a revolutionary packaging solution designed to slash plastic use by half and set new standards in the sliced meat and cheese industry.
Why every food manufacturer needs a Fuji horizontal flow wrapper
In this blog, we will explore why every food manufacturer should integrate a Fuji horizontal flow wrapper into their production line.
5 Features to Look for in Your Next Horizontal Flow Wrapper
When selecting a Fuji horizontal flow wrapper for your packaging line, there are five key features you should consider to ensure efficiency and high quality results. Discover your ideal horizontal flow wrapper, from intelligent temperature control to multi servo drives, we cover it all.
PPMA 2023 Show Review
Paramount Packaging Systems Ltd is the UK and Ireland’s exclusive distributor. This year, our participation at the PPMA Show at the NEC was nothing short of memorable as we brought back two of the most sought-after innovations from Fuji.
5 ways to improve production line efficiency using Paramount’s Fuji solutions
In the fast paced manufacturing industry, it’s important to have an efficient production line that can keep up with demand. With over 150 years combined experience, we’ve put together our top tips to improve production line efficiency, so you can increase productivity, whilst saving costs.
Leading innovation in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries
With 30 years industry experience, we’re a leading supplier of Fuji solutions for pharmaceuticals and medical devices, and at the forefront of innovative technological advancements, helping the industry comply with regulations, become more sustainable, improve operations, and save money.
What are the different types of flow wrappers and their benefits?
Flow wrappers, also known as horizontal form-fill-seal (HFFS) machines, are widely used in multiple industries to wrap products in a flexible film. In this article, we will explore the different types of flow wrappers and their specific advantages.
Ways to make your factory more eco-friendly
In this blog post, we’ll look at how you can lessen your factory’s impact on the environment and continue to drive positive changes within the industry.
Join us at this year’s Foodex
We are delighted to be exhibiting at Foodex, the UK’s leading trade event for the food and drink processing, packaging and logistics industries, from 24th-26th April at the NEC in Birmingham.
We’re exhibiting Fuji’s extensive range at Interpack this May
We will be demonstrating the market-leading Alpha 8 packaging series, alongside Fuji Machinery Japan, at Interpack this May.
We’re exhibiting at this year’s PPMA Show
We will be exhibiting once again at the PPMA Show at the NEC, Birmingham, this September.
Dairy - what packaging machine do I need?
We look at the key benefits of packing cheese using a Fuji horizontal flow wrapper and what makes it so popular with customers.
Our latest sustainability initiatives
Take a look at our current sustainability initiatives.
Meat packing giant slashes plastic and CO2 usage by over 50% with the Fuji Alpha 8 flow wrapping system
We have been assisting our Fuji colleagues in Europe to introduce a new packaging infrastructure to Aldi (Germany)’s range of fresh meat.
The biggest innovation the mushroom category has seen in 70 years
We have cut 97 tonnes of PVC in the first year for a major UK supermarket, with additional Fuji lines to be installed to triple this figure going forward.
Ramping up production for pharmaceuticals
We were contacted by multiple companies looking for the supply of machines, capable of packing lateral flow devices in fully sealed hermetic packs.
Visit us at this year’s PPMA Show
This year will see the return of Fuji’s next-generation Alpha 8 packaging machines.
Eco-friendly packaging is on the move
If you’re on the lookout for fresh ideas, here’s a quick round-up of some novel solutions to which creative designers are resorting.
We install high-speed Fuji machine virtually
A large-scale baker in Ireland has installed an additional Fuji packaging machine to keep up with increased demand.
Paramount Packaging Systems ramp up production for pharmaceuticals
Pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers have been at the forefront of the country’s battle against coronavirus.
Signature Flatbreads ramp up production during pandemic thanks to new Fuji system
Signature Flatbreads have commissioned a new set of Fuji wrapping machines at its Dunstable factory in a bid to ramp up production.
Fruit Logistica, here we come!
We’re heading back to Berlin this month for the industry’s most talked-about exhibition for fresh produce.
Medical device packaging: things to consider
If you’re looking to review your medical product’s packaging, here are a few things to consider.
Reasons to go biodegradable
Retailers and product manufacturers are turning to biodegradable plastic in a bid to reduce their impact on the planet.
Danvita
A privately-owned bakery in Zarasai, Lithuania, Danvita have been producing and shipping their range of flatbreads across Europe since 1994.
5 eco-friendly packaging alternatives to plastic
The upsurge in businesses trying to reduce their use of plastic has inspired a huge increase in new eco-friendly alternatives on the market.
Hikma Farmaceutica (Lisbon)
Hikma initially made direct contact with our Japanese manufacturer, Fuji Machinery & Co Ltd., looking for a packaging solution for IV bags.
Recyclable, biodegradable and biocompostable – which route to go down
More and more retailers and manufacturers are researching sustainable packaging solutions for their products.
Ming Foods
Ming Foods has grown to become the UK’s leading supplier of Chinese pancake and spring roll products.
Fuji’s high speed box motion machine steals the show at PPMA
We enjoyed another hugely successful PPMA exhibition, with Fuji's new high-speed box motion model with disk feeder one of the stars of the show.
Leading pharmaceutical company reduce production time with Fuji packaging machine
We recently installed a narrow back seal (inverted) machine into the facility of a leading pharmaceutical company.
Confectionery supplier has increased efficiencies and reduces production time
A confectionery supplier based in the UK has cut their production time significantly and increased efficiencies dramatically.
Unusual confectionery products
Our Fuji systems wrap a really diverse range of products. Arguably the most interesting and certainly the most tasty, are confectionery products.
Traditional foods from around the world
We take a look at some of the standout cuisines from countries participating in this year’s World Cup.
Packaging your product in style
We strive to provide a wide range of packaging styles to suit your brand and product and the Fuji flow wrappers allow us to do just that.
Paramount implement Alpha 8 wrapper for water purification tablet supplier
We recently installed Fuji’s new Box Motion Alpha 8 wrapper into the facility of a water purification tablet supplier.
Lint-free sterilised packs
Based in Lancashire, Vernon Carus are a manufacturer of medical swabs.
Reclosable packs
This manufacturer of bakery products was one of the first in the UK to implement reclosable packaging solutions for their baked goods.
Growing volumes
The company required an additional packaging machine that provides the flexibility to process different product lines.
Fully-operational flow wrapper within 40 minutes of delivery
We replaced some of their older-style machines with bespoke units to increase capacity and capitalise on the introduction of robot handling technology.
Stackable packs of baby feed cups
Cleanroom flappers give stackable packs of baby feed cups.
Pack integrity
Simply Fresh Foods has adopted a new system of combined stretch and shrink-wrapping.
The latest packaging trends to watch in 2018 and beyond
We take a look at the trends that are predicted to dominate the packaging world through 2018 and beyond.