Ice cream packaging challenges: How to Maintain Temperature, Shape and Texture
Ice cream as we know it today has a fascinating history dating back thousands of years. In ancient China, for example, there were recipes for mixing snow with honey and fruit, which could be considered the first ancestor of ice cream. In Roman times, Emperor Nero sent servants to the mountains to collect snow and […]
Automated wet wipe packaging: How to Do It Faster and More Efficiently
The automated packaging of wet wipes has revolutionized the way these essential products are manufactured, handled and distributed. Although it may not seem like it, we are talking about a product that was first used in the 1950s as a more practical alternative to cleaning babies with a cloth and water. It was a small […]
Beyond speed and efficiency: Why industrial packaging can (and needs to) be more sustainable
When we talk about industrial packaging, we often think about using environmentally friendly packaging materials, avoiding single-use plastics, or minimizing waste. But we can go much further. That is why at ATP Packaging, when we engineer a packaging machine or line, we consider not only the efficiency, speed and accuracy of the process, but also […]
The packaging of biscuits: From a simple food for travelers to a symbol of local gastronomy.
Biscuits are an everyday food, a quick breakfast or snack, a savory accompaniment to any meal, or a sophisticated dessert for special occasions. They even have their own day: December 4 is celebrated as International Biscuit Day, to pay tribute to the history and current dimension of this popular food. But this has not always […]
Automated packaging of candy and chewing gum
Have you ever heard the expression “Nobody likes a sweet tooth”? The origin of this popular saying is uncertain, but all evidence suggests that it stems from the common experience that most people like sweets from an early age.
Evolution and challenges of automated packaging of chocolates
As far as we know, chocolate or cocoa has been consumed since 1500 B.C., when ground cocoa beans were mixed with water and various spices to create a drink with an intense and extremely bitter taste, far from the hot chocolate we know today. But it was not until the 17th century, in France, that […]
Complete Guide to Packaging Machinery
1. Introduction to Packaging Machinery Packaging is a fundamental part of the production and distribution process of any product. This process not only ensures that the products are protected, but also facilitates their storage, transport, and plays a crucial role in the marketing strategy and promotion of the brand. Given its relevance, it is essential […]
