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News Release from: Packaging Automation | Subject: PA182 tray sealer
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 08 March 2007
PA for Kenyan company
A major horticultural company based in Kenya has praised the quality of service and equipment offered by UK manufacturer Packaging Automation after purchasing a PA182 tray sealer.
AAA Growers, which specialises in growing, processing and exporting fresh vegetables to the UK, Europe and South Africa, says it would not hesitate to recommend Packaging Automation to others The machine, which is operating in the AAA Growers' new prepared vegetable facility in Thika, has brought with it a host of benefits, including increased capacity, improved operational efficiency and superior product presentation
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 26 Jun 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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It is now being used alongside other Packaging Automation equipment to pre-pack an extensive range of fresh produce including peas and corn, sweet corn, and mixed vegetables - tens of thousands of packs a week in total - which are exported to the UK and onto the shelves of many well-known retailers.
As one of the company's most popular machines, the PA182 semiautomatic, hand turned, rotary table machine, is used throughout the food industry and is popular for its ease of use, reliability and quick tool changes.
Its robust construction and versatility are coupled with an hygienic design which eliminates bug traps.
Commenting, AAA Growers' managing director Ariff Shamji said: "This equipment has enabled us to respond to emerging and changing trends in product packaging as required by many UK and European retailers".
"The machine is ideal for our needs - reliable in operation and with a layout that makes it easy to access critical parts for cleaning." In addition, the level of customer service provided by Packaging Automation has received praise - despite the two companies being thousands of miles apart.
Mr Shamji concluded: "We are very pleased with the equipment that PA has supplied and we certainly didn't hesitate to go back to them when the need for a new machine arose - in fact we didn't consider going elsewhere - PA was the natural choice".
"And I would certainly recommend both the company and its equipment to others." Packaging Automation's sales executive Rebecca Chung said: "We work hard for all our customers - whether they are based in the UK or overseas - to ensure they all get a high level of service and support when needed".
"The PA182 is a robust, reliable machine offering the versatility to be used with a wide variety of both food and non-food products.".
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