Independent integrator of packaging lines, Autopack, has forged a key partnership with Italian equipment manufacturer Weightpack, bringing advanced net weight filling and capping systems closer to the UK.

As the business noted, the partnership gives manufacturers in a number of segments including for the confectionery, snacks and wider food market, advanced opportunities for access to additional systems.

They can can now gain direct access to Weightpack’s high-performance filling technology, supported by Autopack’s UK market knowledge, engineering expertise and after-sales capability.

Moreover, it builds on the company’s strategy of working with world-class international machinery partners to deliver tailored and integrated packaging lines. Weightpack now adds complementary expertise in net weight filling for liquids, powders and viscous products.

Weightpack’s systems are designed for accuracy, hygiene and performance across a wide range of applications, capable of filling products across a broad viscosity range, from thin, free-flowing liquids to more challenging viscous products like peanut butter.

The technology is also adaptable to a variety of closures, including screw caps, flip-tops, pump dispensers, spray triggers and other specialist formats.

The collaboration will provide UK customers with local commercial advice, technical assistance and faster access to spare parts. Technical teams from both businesses will also undertake joint training to support installation, calibration, maintenance and on-site service for customers.

Jonathon Stewart, UK Sales Director at Autopack, said: “Our role is to bring together the right technology, engineering knowledge and local support to deliver packaging lines that perform. Weightpack adds a proven, high-quality net weight filling solution to our portfolio and strengthens our ability to support customers looking for accuracy, flexibility and long-term reliability.

“Combined with our existing international partnerships, this gives customers access to best-in-class technology, backed by the practical project management, installation and after-sales support they need on the ground.”