Microline Srl News

The right technology at the right cost

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No one likes spending more than necessary. Not only does this apply to each and every one of us, from our everyday needs to more consistent expenses, it is also true of large companies faced with setting up a new manufacturing system. Although cost-saving is a major driver when purchasing a machine, it would be wrong to think it ends with this phase. As a matter of fact, manufacturers carefully analyse the entire lifecycle, in order to understand where and how to optimise costs. And once again in this case Microline has proved its worth as an effective partner. In actual fact, in addition to offering technological solutions at the right cost, it possesses systems able to allow customers tangible savings. One example is the film-folder device available for the AL80, a machine for packaging rolls intended for the Tissue sector. This system makes it possible to carry out the film folding operation directly on the machine, which brings savings by avoiding the need for expensive pre-folded films. Remaining on the subject of materials, Microline solutions for the Tissue industry allow approximately 30% savings on trimmings compared to its competitors.

3D manuals: making something complex simple and intuitive

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 01:00:00 +0100

In the natural world, evolution takes place by small but significant steps. Microline adopts the same principle for the development of its range of machines and associated services. Few, specific technological breakthroughs and many consistent advances in the design of the individual parts, with meticulous attention to detail and improvement. One example are the 3D manuals that in recent years have accompanied the entire line-up of Microline machines. They make exploded view diagrams easy to consult while maintaining a high level of detail. On a practical level, this simplifies the process of identifying the spare part to be requested and is part of the broader strategy aimed at simplifying machine use in terms of both operation and maintenance.

Microline’s digital strategy

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The design and marketing of our machines proceeds alongside the process of digital transformation undertaken by the company in recent years. This new approach involves various areas, from virtual FATs to remote diagnostics. At the same time, it continues to develop instruments such as forecasting software, able to predict the machines’ future needs in terms of maintenance, which simultaneously optimises operations and efficiency. Lastly, this year saw the adoption, across the entire product line-up, of an HMI panel featuring particularly advanced functions. It is human-machine interface boasting extremely user-friendly operating logics, to make controlling the machine even simpler. The new panels also help improve the maintenance of the machines, as they are able to transmit their different routine and non-routine maintenance needs, and therefore facilitate the ordering and replacement of spare parts.

Contact with customers has never been easier

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We pioneered the development of remote service technologies, which have the advantage of allowing our specialised personnel to carry out immediate monitoring and maintenance operations, without requiring the operator’s on-site presence. This allows customers to save both time and money. It was 2005 when Microline started to invest in protocols that allow machine parameters to be modified remotely, starting with modem-based remote assistance. In 2013, the company achieved a further breakthrough, creating the MRA (Microline Remote Assistance) system that can be optionally implemented in all the company’s machines and is based on the very latest TCP/IP protocols that grant access to components such as PLC, controllers, inverters, safety modules and drives. The system has now evolved and is based on consolidated technologies that are simultaneously simple, safe and efficient. Contact with customers has therefore become a hotline through which any request can be dealt with in real time.

Microline for the South American Tissue market

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A diverse and expanding industry

The Tissue market consists in paper products in various forms, such as rolls and parallelepipedal (folded) products, manufactured using diverse techniques depending on their use: single-ply and smooth or embossed bonded multi-ply products with different purposes. The products manufactured using these materials are used in very diverse settings, such as the biomedical, cosmetics and industrial sectors. They range from hospital paper rolls to rolls for corporate cleaning, as well as toilet paper, interfolded hand towels, napkins, paper tissues and wipes. According to the forecasts, in the South American area alone, the market will grow to a value of 66 billion dollars by 2028, compared to 45 billion in 2020, with a compound growth rate of 4.6% for the 2021 - 2028 period.*

Know-how and long-term success

With years of experience in the sale and installation of packaging machinery in South America, Microline has earned the trust of its clients thanks to the quality and versatility of the solutions it offers. Its specific industry know-how has allowed it to design a wide range of specifically developed machines. The company’s hallmark remains the unchanged, as Microline is able to offer solutions that combine user-friendliness with high productive performance. The solutions developed by the Italian company also afford reduced energy consumption and minimal maintenance. The strong points of Microline solutions include remote assistance, which ensures clients the peace of mind that 99% of problems can be rapidly resolved, thereby avoiding costly downtimes and long waiting times.

ECO WRAP: the perfect solution for the LATAM market

The ideal solution for the LATAM market is ECO WRAP, a machine with an excellent performance to priceratio, intended primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises that intend to automate the end-of-the-line with a high-tech solution. At the same time, however, ECO WRAP satisfies the needs of multinationals with medium-/low-speed automated lines. It is a machine for wrapping “AFH” rolls or folded products using plastic film and is able to use a wide range of packaging materials. The machine creates perfectly sealed bags, allowing a broad series of product configurations. This type of packaging is especially well-suited to pre-packaged paper rolls for industrial use and individually packed folded products. The packaging process does not generate any wrapping material scraps or rejects, which cuts out disposal costs and allows a significant saving of wrapping material.

Efficiency behind the name

The ECO WRAP does not merely save packaging material, it also allows energy saving: the flow wrapper creates high quality bags that are tight-fitting and do not necessarily require the use of a shrink tunnel. Lastly, the one-piece design allows fast commissioning of the machine, which can be very quickly installed. It can also be rapidly configured for start-up. This avoids prolonged line stoppages and improves production efficiency.

Visit us at Tissue World Miami, from 31 January to 2 February 2024 at booth nr. E31

From reducing trimmings to eco-films: Microline aims for all-round sustainability

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 01:00:00 +0100

When it comes to sustainability, Microline is committed to playing a frontline role. This is why we manufacture machines that do not produce trimmings, resulting in material savings of between 20% and 30% compared to our competitors and optimised energy consumption. At the same time, we firmly believe in the use of new environmentally-sustainable materials. Over the past couple of years, our research activities have included a series of tests aimed at verifying the handling and performance of environmentally-friendly packaging films. The aim is to test their performance under production conditions, in order to establish their machinability. Once again, we are working in partnership with other businesses, particularly leaders in the development of biofilms and compostable products that are not harmful to the environment. So far, all the results have been much more encouraging than expected: when tested for the packing and overpacking of different product ranges, including individual AFH-type rolls and bundled bags of coffee, the “eco” films proved to be perfectly compatible with Microline’s machinery range, with performance on a par with the equivalent plastic products in terms of mechanical strength, pack quality and the performance obtained. It was not necessary to make any hardware changes to the Microline machines, which therefore only require a simple change of parameter settings on the HMI panel to be able to use the compostable films. This paves the way for the massive use of this type of film in the consumer packaged goods sector, and that of Tissue products for consumer or industrial use, and many more besides. Increasingly deeper knowledge of materials and their behaviour enriches the company’s know-how and can be an important aspect to be shared with customers.

A dedicated solution for the feeding and case packing of interfolded products

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When effectiveness and flexibility become a hallmark

Interfolded products form a Tissue sector niche characterised by specific dynamics that bring particular challenges - also from a technological perspective - to the various supply chain stakeholders. They are products like wipes, paper towels and hospital paper rolls that are used in very diverse settings. They are used, for example, in the Ho.Re.Ca industry, in bars and restaurants, but also in medical settings and business locations. In any case, these products are, by definition, very delicate and require adequate know-how in order to handle and package them in an optimum manner. Thanks to its great experience in this sector, Microline is able to provide the right solution whatever the type of product, for both primary and secondary packaging. As a matter of fact, Microline machines can be configured as groups and systems able to simultaneously ensure both the proper orientation and gentle handling of the product.

The “ROM” series as a privileged platform for the development of accessory units

One example is the feeding system developed specifically for packaging interfolded wipes intended for industrial use, which was studied to address the problems of poor balance of the overpacking, which has a convex base. The ROM 600 is the machine on which this innovative system was developed. It is the medium-speed version of the family of Microline machines dedicated to automatic case packing and succeeds in combining efficiency, sturdiness and practicality. ROM series machines handle case pick-up, erection and filling operations and close the case with an adhesive tape or hot melt system. The very many products that can be packaged include multi-purpose, industrial and hospital paper rolls. Once they have passed the upstream cutting station, these products can be automatically introduced into a divider to be arranged in collation patterns of up to 5 parallel lines. They are then grouped, stacked and inserted into the case according to the set configuration.

The case of interfolded hand wipes: gentle handling and outstanding performance

Let’s take a step back to the ROM case packer feeding phase, which is where Microline focuses its engineering efforts. In this specific case, the critical problem was due to the need to process packets of hand wipes with paper overpacking: a pack that has a convex base, making it particularly unstable. In addition, a paper wrapping of products that are also made of paper is by its very nature extremely delicate and susceptible to tearing. The special feeding system developed requires the products to arrive by means of the infeed conveyor (also designed by Microline) maintaining the same orientation for the whole of the transport phase, through to case packing. Thanks to a combination of mechanical systems and meticulous machine development, the system ensures not only the proper orientation, but also gentle handling of the packs. As the machine is able to process 120 pieces / minute, this result is achieved without compromises in terms of performance, making the unit an ideal solution for a fully-comprehensive packaging line including secondary packaging in cases.

Contributo progetto internazionalizzazione

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PROGETTO INTERNAZIONALIZZAZIONE

Microline ha ricevuto nel 2022 un contributo fiere estere per € 10.000,00 per avere partecipato alla manifestazione fieristica TISSUE WORLD MIAMI 2022 finalizzata alla promozione del nuovo insaccatore FAST WRAP 1250 verso i mercati americani.

Fast Wrap 1250 è una delle ultime insaccatrici multimballo a moto continuo per rotoli in carta di tipo AFH che risponde alle esigenze di flessibilità e sostenibilità del settore Tissue.

Microline gives substance to sustainability

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For Microline, sustainability is a substantial and essential value. When designing its solutions, the Bologna-based company always takes into account energy efficiency and wrapping material savings, increasingly important aspects for Tissue sector manufacturers that, in turn, have to inform consumers of the environmental impacts of their product. One of the latest wrappers to be launched on the market, Fast Wrap 1250, was produced with the intention of avoiding wrapping material waste and permitting cost and raw material savings. To achieve these results, Microline invests a great deal in the research and development of new solutions: important partnerships have been established with wrapping film manufacturers in order to study alternatives to traditional plastic materials and develop environmentally-friendly solutions. The studies and testing carried out on the machines have allowed the Bolognese manufacturer to process new concepts that not only take into account the properties of the materials, but also aspects like machinability and the mechanical strength of the final pack. Research and development activities that start with concrete case studies and then make it possible to talk about sustainability in a well-informed manner, enabling the right choice to be made according to needs and product type.

Size changeover: problem or opportunity?

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The Tissue market changes constantly to adapt to the demand for new product types. Material functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability require companies to be increasingly flexible and versatile in the set-up of their production machinery. Readapting existing systems for new production cycles does not, however, have to be an expensive business: Microline solutions can be adapted to suit different market requirements with minor adjustments and additions to previously purchased and installed machines. Analysing the new set-up together with customers can be an opportunity to switch to simpler, more practical packs, consequently increasing productive capacity without sacrificing the quality and cosmetic result of the end product. Microline machines are designed to be durable and to adapt to future requirements, while maintaining reliability and ease of use despite the cutting-edge technologies.

Multiple sizes in a single solution

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Microline machines distinguish themselves for their flexibility and ability to manage different sizes. Adjustments and the use of size-specific parts make it possible to expand the productive capacity of the existing and already installed individual solutions. Despite the new and changing requirements, it is possible to consider the new parts to be added for size changeovers, without forgoing quality and ease of use. The Microline team works by its customers’ side to analyse individual requirements and propose customised solutions to suit different demands and production times. Size changeovers do not necessarily mean buying a new machine. In some cases, the partnership between the machine manufacturer and the end customer makes it possible to identify the best solution with the lowest possible investment. The consultancy service of the Emilia-based company relies on specialist technicians and years of experience in the Tissue sector, ensuring the greatest expertise and transparency.

Microline always by the customer's side

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The Microline team is always by the side of its customers to guarantee rapid and efficient after-sales assistance. Its highly specialised personnel provide timely intervention on the machinery, by analysing the phases of operation and the condition of the individual parts. Scheduling system maintenance is crucial both to avoid slowing down the pace of production and to allow the machines themselves to work at their best and for as long as possible. For this reason, Microline makes its expert technicians available in order to check the quality and production performance of its systems: without delay they travel to our customers’ factories and carry out the operations required on site, sharing their knowledge. Preventing part wear and safeguarding efficiency through scheduled maintenance therefore helps save time and money, while avoiding pointless waste.

Warehouse and parts customized to meet requirements

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The capacity to keep stock and have essential parts available when necessary has become more essential and decisive than ever before. Difficulties in procuring resources rapidly has urged many businesses to reorganise their warehouses, taking into account the current emergency. Well aware of what the market needs, Microline provides its customers with a consultancy service, advising them which parts to purchase and keep in their warehouses for use when needed. The company offers competitively-priced packages customised to suit the needs of those who purchase its machines, by studying production records and supply times together. Even for the most complex lines and systems, the company suggests a kit of strategic parts to be kept in the warehouse for use in the event of an emergency. At the current time, choosing if and when to order a spare part is not as straight-forward as it might seem: this is why support from the machine manufacturer can be decisive for greater efficiency.

Machinery Interconnection: bidding farewell to inefficiency and high energy bills

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Not only is energy-saving the first step toward cutting costs and fighting high energy bills, it also makes an important contribution towards more sustainable business activities. Machinery interconnection with the company network, remote assistance and the use of energy consumption meters make it possible to monitor individual machine trends and take timely action on the less performing aspects, in order to save time and precious resources. In order to provide its customers with the right tools for coping with rising energy and raw material costs, Microline offers the possibility of incorporating devices into its machines to check the energy efficiency of the individual solutions, for example monitoring of air and electricity consumption. This makes it possible to measure and collect useful information for analysing machine trends and intervening where possible to avoid pointless waste and additional costs.

Close to the customer, even when far away

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In an increasingly competitive and interconnected market, in addition to the quality and reliability of the solutions offered, it is necessary to guarantee fast and efficient support that allows communication and modification of the machines, including remotely. During this difficult period in which the worldwide pandemic has greatly reduced freedom of movement like never before, remote after-sales support has proved vital for Microline and its customers. Indeed, besides handling all stages of the order, the company provides a competent direct sales service of spares and complete maintenance packages that utilise the very latest sophisticated hardware and software tools to ensure constant contact with the customer, including remotely. Incidentally, Microline was one of the first to invest in protocols that allow machine parameters to be modified remotely, starting with remote assistance via modem in 2005. In 2013, the company then created the MRA (Microline Remote Assistance) system that can be optionally implemented in all machines and is based on the very latest TCP/IP protocols granting access to components such as PLC, controllers, inverters, safety modules, drives and control panels. Today, contact with the customer takes place over a simple, but secure, connection: a hotline through which any request can be dealt with in real time.

Microline: Upgrade, not replace

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Food and tissue industry businesses have constantly-changing production requirements: depending on end-consumer requirements, they may change products, production speeds, materials and, as a result, the equipment used for packaging. Therefore, Microline has made versatility an essential feature of its machines, allowing its customers to keep abreast of the times without the need to replace entire production facilities. For more than twenty years, the Emilia-Romagna-based company has been providing solutions designed with an eye to the future, whilst seeking to predict industry requirements in terms of collation pattern, size and materials. Microline machines are upgradeable over time, whilst offering the possibility of quickly switching from one collation pattern to another. Collation changeover is intuitive and user-friendly, as is line upgrade for which it is often sufficient to install an additional unit to enable the customer to meet new requirements.

ECO Wrap 1050: the Microline brand of versatility

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It has been designed to bundle prepacked industrial paper rolls and individually-packed folded products: the Eco Wrap 1050 bundler embodies the best of Microline technology in a flexible, compact solution. Characteristics include an extensive range of product collation patterns and the availability of various types of plastic film to be used as the wrapping material: multiple functions in a simple machine that can be installed and set up very quickly. The company’s traditional hallmark traits of attention to detail and reliability mean that the customer can count on an efficient solution with lower maintenance requirements. Eco Wrap 1050 is Microline’s response to a specific request from the Tissue industry: the need for low-speed units that never compromise on quality.

The year ahead: a calendar packed with events and trade fairs

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The coming year will see our company involved in a wealth of new projects and events. Indeed, 2023 looks set to be rich in new developments and particularly intense, not least as regards the trade fair calendar. It will start from 28 to 30 March with Tissue World, the event hosted by Messe Düsseldorf and dedicated to the TISSUE industry. It will continue the following month at Geneva’s Palexpo with Index, the trade fair that will be held from 18 to 21 April dedicated to the Nonwovens sector. The grand finale will come in the autumn, with Miac, the most important event dedicated to technologies for the production and converting of paper and paperboard, that this year will take place from 11 to 13 October at its traditional venue of Lucca exhibition centre. We look forward to seeing you at our booths! Save the date(s)!

Technology corner: Microline’s recipe for saving at the wrapping stage: no waste and minimum film overlap

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AL80 and FAST WRAP1250 spearhead Microline’s production range for paper roll packaging. The machines offer a continuous operating cycle, which ensures higher performance, lower energy consumption and better efficiency for optimum management of different product sizes. Wrapping lies at the heart of the packaging operation and this is one of the stages to which Microline’s designers have devoted most attention. During this stage, AL 80 and FAST WRAP1250 save about 25% more wrapping material than other machines used on the market due to minimal film overlapping. The complete absence of waste also ensures a continuous working cycle. Both machines offer perfectly synchronised movements and an electronic cam drive system. These factors optimise energy consumption and reduce downtimes due to size changes. Microline machines ensure a saving of approximately 30% on the internal packaging and heat-shrink cycle compared to other packaging systems commonly used on the market. All this is kinder on the environment and means savings for the customer.

Microline: A solution for the tissue industry to the crisis caused by raw material shortages and rising energy bills

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The complete shutdown of businesses in 2020 caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has gradually led to raw material shortages and rising energy costs. So, in these unprecedented times, companies desperately need sustainable solutions capable of saving available resources, whilst avoiding unnecessary wastage. Microline’s new AFH roll bundler is the ideal solution: ECO Wrap allows you to save on the wrapping material used during the bundling process and reduce energy consumption. Indeed, besides reducing waste or trimmings, thus avoiding disposal costs, the bundler creates high-quality, tightly-wrapped bags that do not necessarily require use of a heat-shrink tunnel. Microline has always been committed to developing versatile, but at the same time efficient, solutions and its machines are the best solution for the Tissue industry that takes a careful, conservative approach to environmental issues.

Microline partners with Di Mucci d.o.o. to develop environmentally-friendly films

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With its firm commitment to sustainability, Microline manufactures machinery that affords significant waste reduction and optimised energy consumption. Microline also believes strongly in the use of new environmentally-sustainable materials. For this reason, it has partnered with Slovenian company Di Mucci d.o.o., an undertaking that boasts consolidated know-how in the development and manufacture of compostable film for packaging applications. The purpose is to study the machinability of the materials on machines intended for packaging.

The project: testing use under production conditions

As part of Microline’s commitment to research and development it works with a number of technological partners, including companies that design and manufacture packaging film. As the issue of sustainability becomes increasingly important to consumers and, consequently, to manufacturers, the Bologna-based company decided to run a series of tests on its machines aimed at verifying the handling and performance of environmentally-friendly packaging products. The project is part of the environmental policy that the company has been implementing for several years and that has allowed it to develop machines with a far lower environmental impact than the competition. As a matter of fact, Microline’s wrappers and bundlers do not generate trimmings, thus eliminating wrapping material wastage, translating into savings of between 20% and 30% compared to its competitors. Microline therefore chose Di Mucci, a leader in the development of compostable films with vast potential for use in the packaging sector, to develop a series of tests under different production conditions.

New materials as the frontier of sustainability

Materials research is one of the frontiers of packaging, particularly since environmental sustainability has become of paramount importance. In the specific case of compostable films, they have the advantage of not damaging the environment.

The project considered two films:

Vincentius-SuperPower: with OK HOME COMPOST certification issued by TÜV Austria, this is a revolutionary film that replaces conventional PE film in many applications. Derived from natural resources, such as sugar cane, cassava and corn, it decomposes into biomass, carbon dioxide and water under ambient conditions (30 °C) and can be disposed of with organic waste. In addition, it is also compostable in open-air landfills under ambient conditions (30 °C), without requiring a dedicated composting system. This characteristic makes it unique in the sector.

Vincentius-POF is certified for industrial composting and replaces conventional shrink-wrapping polyolefin (POF) and polypropylene film. It too is derived from natural resources such as sugar cane and farming waste. It is disposed of through anaerobic digestion, a biological degradation process that takes place in the absence of free oxygen. Degradation is caused by bacteria that obtain the oxygen required for their vital functions from biomass. The film’s biodegradation takes place in under three months, converting it into excellent natural compost, without leaving any residues or chemical substances harmful to the soil or human health.

Vincentius SuperPower and Vincentius-POF are perfectly compatible with the machines, thus guaranteeing a lower environmental impact.

As a matter of fact, the results were far more encouraging than expected: when tested for the packing and overpacking of different product ranges, including individual AFH-type rolls and bundled bags of coffee, the films proved to be perfectly compatible with Microline’s machinery range, with performance on a par with the equivalent plastic products in terms of mechanical strength, pack quality and the performance obtained. It was not necessary to make any hardware changes to the Microline machines, which only require a simple change of parameter settings on the HMI panel to be able to use the compostable films. This paves the way for the massive use of this type of film in the consumer packaged goods sector, and that of Tissue products for consumer or industrial use, and many more besides. Increasingly deeper knowledge of materials and their behaviour enriches the company’s know-how and can be an important aspect to be shared with customers.

Microline at Miac 2022

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The exhibition dedicated to technologies for the production of paper and paperboard and for the converting of Tissue paper - will take place from 12 to 14 October 2022. Once again, at this year’s edition we will be one of the main attractions and during the event we will be presenting the results of our latest tests on the use of environmentally-friendly films. Drop in at stand 105 in Lucca to find out about this and other new developments. Register here: https://www.miac.info/preregistrazione

Fast Wrap 1250: multiple collation patterns from a single solution

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Microline is a hi-tech business capable of adapting its solutions to suit every single customer’s needs. Indeed, the company’s latest offerings are the result of careful analysis that has considered both market requirements and end-consumer needs. An example is the Fast Wrap 1250, one of the latest continuous-motion bundlers for AFH paper rolls: a feature of this multi-pack bundler is the wide range of collation patterns available, guaranteeing product integrity and quality without neglecting packaging appearance. The machine therefore meets the requirements of the Tissue industry that is faced with the ever-increasing need to pack batches of different-sized products, but at no cost to product quality and production performance. With Fast Wrap 1250, Microline has expanded its range of bundlers: sturdy, versatile, cutting-edge machines whose main selling points are reliability and user-friendliness.

The simplicity and effectiveness of ECO WRAP 1050: Microline’s winning combination

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Developed to meet Tissue industry requirements, ECO WRAP 1050 is one of the latest additions to the Microline range of versatile, user-friendly bundlers. ECO Wrap is a bundler capable of using various types of plastic film as the wrapping material, thus avoiding wastage of materials and energy. Developed as a multi-platform frame, with a few simple adjustments, it can be adapted to handle products such as AFH rolls or folded products. The bundling process is simple, but effective: after leaving the cutting or flow-wrapping area, the products are fed along a system of conveyors, collated and placed inside the machine using a system that arranges them according to the requested collation pattern. They are then inserted in the lifting unit for stacking, where required, and placed in the bag. The bag is then closed during the next stage. This is done by cutting the film crosswise and folding the edges inside the bag. With output of up to 6 bags per minute, this solution can be installed and set up very quickly (single unit with integrated control panel), thus improving the efficiency of the entire production process.

An Italo-Portuguese partnership for the installation of a roll and Tissue product packaging plant

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Renova, a Portuguese company operating in the paper product manufacturing and marketing sector, turns to Microline to develop a complete roll conveyance, flow wrapping and case packing system. Installed at the headquarters of the Portuguese company, the line boasts a high level of productivity and great flexibility. The project is the latest step of a partnership between the companies established almost twenty years ago.

The partnership: from technical consultancy to the installation of complete lines
Although Microline products were first installed on Renova premises in 2007, from a design perspective the partnership between the two countries is already two decades old. Over the years, 16 machines have been installed in the Portuguese factories, in addition to a number of auxiliary systems such as conveyor belts, unscramblers and orienters. The relationship between the two companies has always been characterised by a strong sense of cooperation, which typically covers the entire course of a project, from the preliminary design phase to the installation of the machines and after sales support and assistance.

A complete line characterised by performance and functionality
The most recent installation in Renova’s factories was carried out at the start of this year and regarded a line consisting in a Fast Wrap 1250 bundler – Microline’s top model - and a ROM600Maxi case packer. The line also includes a stacker, an upender, a summator and a divider, as well as a complete product handling system, all designed and manufactured by Microline. The line is characterised by high performance and flexibility: in addition to the various product sorting and machine use options, the individual units are able to handle a variety of different collation patterns. The conveyors are provided with a synoptic supervision system for the control and optimisation of the entire line.

Not just hardware: the brain behind the line
An important part of the job order consisted in the installation of a synoptic panel capable of operating as the management system of the entire plant. Through its various functions, this cutting-edge system is able to provide real-time line operation reports, whilst simultaneously permitting the remote adjustment of parameters such as the production speed of the individual machines. Most importantly, the synoptic panel is able to carry out line operation analyses, autonomously aligning the various functions to save energy and safeguard maintenance, and consequently optimise productive efficiency. When necessary, the system also facilitates remote intervention by Microline’s specialised personnel, who are able to work on all the devices on the line from a single area. All machines manufactured by Microline are also provided with a self-diagnosis system making it possible to notify maintenance personnel when the various routine maintenance operations are due.

FAST WRAP 1250, efficiency at the service of the tissue market

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Fast Wrap 1250 is one of the latest continuous-motion multi-pack bundlers for AFH paper rolls that Microline has developed to meet the Tissue industry’s need for flexibility and sustainability. With output of 25 bundles per minute, the machine guarantees an end product of exceptional quality, an extensive range of collation patterns and lower energy and packaging material consumption. In the FAST WRAP 1250, wrapping involves placing the film around the prearranged rolls, joining and subsequently sealing the edges at the top of the bag, thus avoiding packaging material waste or trimmings. Front and rear sealing is performed by a hot bar self-centring system (box-motion cycle) that separates the bags and two servo-controlled positive movements that fold the front and rear flaps. The bundle can be customised with a label either positioned internally or glued to the outside. This solution expands the Microline range comprising flexible, sturdy, compact machines designed to meet the wide variety of tissue packaging requirements, whilst never compromising on quality.

FLOW WRAP 1000, quality and reliability combined

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Microline automatic flow wrappers epitomise the quality and attention to detail that have always been a distinguishing feature of products manufactured by the company from Bologna. Over the years, Microline has developed various horizontal packaging solutions in response to customer requirements, the standout example being the FLOW WRAP 1000: a multi-pack bundler for AFH rolls. One of the first in this market segment under the total control of a servo-motor system, this machine can pack up to 18 bags per minute without the need for a heat-shrink tunnel. The rolls coming from the saw are fed to the machine by a system of conveyors that orient and convey them inside the machine in multiple rows; then they are counted and arranged according to the desired configuration. Once selected, the rolls are placed in the bag that is then sealed by cutting the film crosswise and folding the flaps inside the bag. In addition to the touch screen enabling the operator to quickly perform collation changeover or modify general machine functions, FLOW WRAP offers the additional benefit of reduced packaging material and energy consumption.

Versatility gives us a competitive edge

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In these difficult times, versatility plays a key role in overcoming difficulties and allowing firms to carry on competing at global level. The ability to adapt quickly to change is permanently bred into Microline’s DNA and the company has also applied this concept to the wide range of machines it offers. Each solution comes with a set of essential, easy-to-use functions that form the machine's core. This starting point can then be built on by applying modules that perform different functions.

This philosophy allows the company to meet customers’ needs right from the design stage in order to come up with the optimum solution. Microline takes versatility one step further: any Microline machine can be customised, even after sale, to enable customers to update their machines continuously to meet new or changing production needs.

Conquering the food, cosmetics and cotton industries

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The know-how and experience Microline has built-up over the years has made it a major player in the tissue market as well as in the food, cotton and cosmetics sectors. Microline offers complete lines for the food industry including conveyor belts, collation systems and outer packaging for coffee, tea, sugar, rice, bakery products, pasta, milk, yoghurt, ice-cream, etc. It offers reliable, custom-built machines capable of packing any type of product in total safety and with great ease: case packers, shrink-wrappers and palletisers are tailored to the specific production requirements of each customer. Products from the broad Microline range specifically designed for this sector include shrink wrappers and case packers for the outer packaging of bundled food products in different pack types (bags, cases, brick packs, jars, tins, boxes etc.).

Microline is a leading player in the cotton industry, and has developed packaging solutions for cotton buds, make-up remover pads and cotton wool. For the cosmetics industry, it produces solutions for non-woven products and personal care products (shampoos, shower gels, soaps and other disposables), as well as household cleaning products (sponges, cloths and so on). For the latter sector in particular, Microline has developed a special device for collating sponge cloths, for which it has filed a patent application.

Microline at Tissue World: exclusive know-how at the American market's service

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This coming 16^th to 18^th March Miami will be hosting Tissue World 2022. With more than 200 exhibitors expected, the American trade show promises to be a flagship post-pandemic event, especially for the North and South American market. A stage upon which Microline intends to play a leading role, encouraged by its growing reputation in the Tissue sector that allows it to meet the entire needs of businesses of different types and sizes.

Two American market debutants: FAST WRAP 1250 and ECO WRAP 1050
The new products being launched to coincide with the show include FAST WRAP 1250 and ECO WRAP 1050: The FAST WRAP 1250 is a high-speed multi-packing flow wrapper designed to arrange, collate and place industrial AFH-type paper rolls in bags. ECO WRAP is a horizontal bundler providing an extensive range of product collation patterns, thus making it ideal for bundling pre-wrapped industrial paper rolls and individually-wrapped folded products. They are both designed to meet the specific needs of the Tissue market.

FAST WRAP 1250: a combination of flexibility and performance
The first model is designed to meet the requirements of companies needing to wrap rolls with a high-quality overpack, whilst at the same time processing different product types at medium or medium-high speed. Indeed, FAST WRAP 1250 can pack up to 25 bags per minute, whilst handling an extensive range of collation patterns. The machine is extremely flexible and lets you customise the bundle with a glued internal label. This waste-free wrapping system means that the FAST WRAP 1250 uses less film than other currently-available flow wrappers.

ECO WRAP 1050: low speed, high quality
On the other hand, ECO WRAP is designed to meet the need for a low-speed unit whose key features are reliability and low running costs. ECO WRAP combines exceptional sturdiness, lower maintenance requirements and careful design of every single component. The machine is designed to bundle AFH rolls or a broad spectrum of folded products using plastic film and can use a wide range of packaging materials. The packaging process does not generate any wrapping material scraps or rejects, which cuts out disposal costs and allows a significant saving of wrapping material.

Efficiency behind the name
The ECO WRAP 1050 does not merely save packaging material, it also allows energy saving: the flow wrapper creates high quality bags that are tight-fitting and do not necessarily require the use of a shrink tunnel. Lastly, the one-piece design allows fast commissioning of the machine, which can be very quickly installed. It can also be rapidly configured for start-up. This avoids prolonged line stoppages and improves production efficiency.

Choosing a cheaper option does not mean compromising on quality
In addition to FAST WRAP 1250 and ECO WRAP 1050, Microline offers a complete range of conveyor systems, collators, primary packaging solutions and end-of-line palletisers. Microline’s solutions are particularly suited to the North and South American market that attaches great importance to packaging quality, but is just as eager to obtain tangible material and energy savings. These machines also offer lower running costs, reducing the quantity of packaging material utilised compared to its competitors by between 10% and 30%.

Discover the Microline range at Tissue World this coming 16^th to 18^th March at booth E31

ML shrink wrappers facilitate product handling and distribution

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ML shrink wrappers are sturdy, flexible machines designed for packing products of different shapes and sizes in groups using two rolls of film (one upper and one lower). The machine uses heat-sealable and heat-shrinkable polyethylene plastic film (LDPE) to form a heat-shrinkable bundle. This remains partially open at the sides, though a sealed pack can also be obtained by using extra film. If required, the machine can glue a label inside the bundle.

The thing that sets Microline apart in designing and customising these solutions is its focus on saving resources: the packaging process takes place without any left-over material, thus reducing waste as well as costs.

The aim is to make it easier to handle and distribute products of this type while ensuring they stay intact. Because every step of the process is essential, Microline also produces an extensive range of motor-driven belt, resin chain- or roller conveyor systems for handling loose, multi-packed (with film) or in-case products. We also offer vertical lifting/lowering systems or vertical accumulators for products in boxes.

Microline flow wrappers, sustainable and efficient solutions

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FLOW WRAP and FAST WRAP flow wrappers stand out among Microline’s already superlative range for their efficiency and reliability. These machines are designed for the horizontal packaging of products grouped in bags. These two models create fully closed bags containing the desired product configurations, using heat-sealable or heat-shrinkable polythene plastic film (LDPE or MDPE) as wrapping material. When required, the machines can work with pre-printed film and a tunnel can then be used to heat-shrink the pack.

These efficient, reliable solutions are also sustainable because they avoid unnecessary waste. The wrapping process does not generate any wrapping material scraps or rejects, which cuts out disposal costs and reduces the amount of raw material required. A further advantage for customers is that the cost impact of wrapping material is reduced by up to 30% per individual pack.

AL wrapping machines: maximum efficiency and zero waste

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Microline's AL series of wrapping machines are greatly appreciated by the Tissue sector for their efficiency: this machine range is designed for the horizontal packaging of products using plastic film wrapping material, which can be neutral or printed polyolefin (POF) or polyethylene (LDPE or MDPE). These machines create fully sealed bags containing the desired product configurations: single, double or triple packs. A shrink tunnel can be added to the wrapping process, so that the wrapping material adheres perfectly to the shape of the product inside. The advantage of these solutions lies in the technology developed by our company, which has pioneered a wrapping process that cuts out plastic film waste. This reduces the amount of material needed for wrapping, reduces the electrical consumption of the heat -shrink device, slashes disposal costs to zero and consequently reduces the impact of packaging costs on individual packs by up to 30%.

Microline quality assurance guidelines

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Meeting customer needs by offering reliable solutions. This is one of the principles that inspired Microline to adopt a custom in-house policy to ensure quality at all stages of the production process: from design to finished product. In January 2006, the company drew up its own Quality Policy with the aim of offering customers a product that fully meets their expectations while complying with the need to optimise internal resources, without scrimping on technology investments for ongoing development and improvement. The policy contains hard and fast guidelines to be followed whenever the opportunity arises to develop a new project, while still prioritising customer satisfaction, identifying problems in advance and coming up with the best possible solution. This is backed by constant technological updating of equipment and instruments and ongoing training of all company staff and external partners. We also pay plenty of attention to compliance with standards. Microline's activities and its machine pool are consistent and compliant with requirements laid down in European directives and national laws, always guaranteeing maximum commitment and transparency.

Technology aids sustainability to reduce energy consumption

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Reducing machinery power consumption without sacrificing efficiency is the holy grail for packaging companies. Microline achieves this with the aid of technology. The process starts on the drawing board and continues to the final development stage of each solution. The company uses simulation and structural calculation software to accurately plan the size of the various electric or pneumatic actuators used to ensure they are not unnecessarily oversized. During the inspection stage, the technical team tests actual energy consumption using specially designed tools to double-check previous calculations. Power consumption is optimised for process dynamics, using reliable, top-quality, EU-made components.

Microline solutions: less waste, more efficiency

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Designing efficient yet sustainable solutions is a priority for Microline. We have always been careful to avoid unnecessary energy and raw material waste. The philosophy behind all Microline's bundling and flow wrapping models is to provide customers with a packaging system that uses just the right amount of packaging material, optimising production and reducing waste to zero.

The wrapping system that the company uses on its machines saves around 30% more wrapping material than our main competitors. Less resource wastage means a lower cost per pack as well as greater production efficiency, because the process does not have to be stopped to remove waste wrapping film collection reels.

Technology corner: precision technology for a perfect seal

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Fast Wrap 1250 is a continuous-motion bundler for AFH paper rolls commonly used in industrial settings. It is designed to arrange, collate and bag an extensive size range. The machine features a continuous-flow packaging cycle, which allows the pitch to be optimised according to the cutting and sealing length. Operation is based on the same principle adopted by other Microline wrappers that are already a firm market favourite: wrapping is achieved by shaping the film around the prearranged rolls. Then the edges are joined and sealed at the top of the bag. Front and rear sealing is performed by a hot bar self-centring system (box-motion cycle) that seals and separates the bundles. The machine's mechanism is perfectly synchronised and a cutting-edge electronic cam drive system makes for optimal energy consumption. Fast Wrap 1250 is also a highly automated unit: most of the size change operations are handled.

Microline at Miac 2021

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MIAC is an exhibition dedicated to paper and card production technologies. It's due to take place from 13 to 15 October. We will be a leading exhibitor at the 2021 edition, where we plan to introduce our new flow wrapping solution. Drop in at stand 104 in Lucca to find out about this and other new products.

Innovation and flexibility for wrapping non-woven products

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The increasing popularity of non-woven products on the market led Microline to develop specific solutions to manage wrapping stages. This material is often converted in a similar way to folded products typical of the tissue sector, such as napkins and table cloths. Microline manages this stage using innovative side-loading and top-loading case packers. These optimise product transport while making it easier to display products directly on the shelf. The available feed systems allow plenty of scope for arranging products inside the boxes. This makes Microline solutions ideal for customers who need to manage a wide product range.

Exclusive and efficient solutions for personal care products

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Wrapping systems for cotton pads (for make-up removal) and cotton buds make up a significant part of the Microline product range. We have designed a side-loading case packing machine combined with a pick & place feeding system for make-up removal pads. The flexibility and care devoted to product handling means that we are able to handle all shapes on the market, even at high production rates: round, oval, square and rectangular. We have also designed a top-loading case packing system for cotton buds. This can handle soft packaging (refill bags) and rigid packaging (plastic cases) due to its extremely flexible feeding system.

Microline case packers: precision and flexibility using packaging machine technology

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Microline offers a full portfolio of products for secondary packaging. These offer the same technology and attention to detail that customers have come to expect from our primary packaging machinery, with the added advantage that our case packers and palletisers can be adapted to a vast range of products. So we can offer solutions for the tissue industry, the company’s flagship sector, as well as for the cosmetics and food industry. Our products are designed to be cutting edge, but are also sustainable and long-lasting. The company’s product range includes side-loading case packers (ROM), specifically designed to form stackable products of defined shape, and top-loading case packers (RVM) that are used for high-speed production of non-stackable, soft or hard, regular- and irregular-shaped products (containing products such as cereals, pasta, biscuits, coffee pods and so on).

Remote support: a long-standing customer support tradition

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The packaging world has been abuzz with news of Industry 4.0 for years, and particularly technologies for line automation and remote assistance. Few companies can boast Microline’s experience in this field. This Emilia-Romagna-based company has always put its customers first and foremost, seeking the best ways to ensure prompt and ongoing support. Microline was among the first to invest in protocols that allow machine parameters to be modified remotely, starting with remote assistance via modem in 2005. In 2013, the company achieved a further breakthrough, creating the MRA (Microline Remote Assistance) system that can be optionally implemented in all the company’s machines. It is based on the very latest TCP/IP protocols that grant access to components such as PLC, controllers, inverters, safety modules, drives and control panels. Nowadays, Microline uses the latest hardware and software tools to ensure constant contact through technology in order to remain close to its customers, even at a distance. A stable connection that ensures security: the customer’s factory is connected directly to the Microline corporate network.

Technology corner: product focus, beginning with the feed system

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Numerous factors have contributed to the market success of the AL80. This roll packaging unit is an ideal blend of strength and performance. Its packaging material requirements have been cut by using very fine film and a packaging process without any waste trimmings. Like all units designed by Microline, the machine construction is modular and can be adapted to work with different types of feeding systems. The AL 80 also offers full compatibility with all Microline units for handling dedicated tissue products, such as stackers and upenders in addition to switching devices such as dividers and adding units. The feed stage requires precise and gentle handling of the product, to ensure that it is not marked or scored in any way. Given the delicacy of the product, this part of the process is crucial for avoiding production waste. The AL 80 is also extremely flexible, offering the option of working with different types of product, from individual items to 1x2 and 1x3 configurations. The handling capacity varies according to roll configuration and diameter. It can be as much as 210 rolls per minute.

Optimised pneumatic systems to limit consumption

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Energy loss caused by pneumatic systems is one of the main causes of excess consumption in the automation and packaging sector. Microline has always pursued a policy of economy and sustainability. The company also operates in accordance with Industry 4.0 protocols, aimed at achieving great line performance. Microline works closely with its pneumatic suppliers to this end, carrying out tests and checks on machines at the construction stage to optimise their performance. Depending on each machine and its intended use, various options are then considered in order to come up with an optimum configuration that allows pinpoint power consumption monitoring and less energy loss.

Customer-centred design

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Meticulous planning lies behind any successful project. This is particularly true of the fast-moving scenario within which Microline operates, where flexible, highly automated solutions are essential. Microline meets this need by running two departments. The first is dedicated to the design of mechanical components. It uses state-of-the-art 3-D modelling systems to carry out – among other things – finite element method (FEM) analyses to calculate the structural behaviour of systems. The second specialises in electronics and is divided into a hardware office and a software office. Both use the most up-to-date computer-aided design/engineering (CAD/CAM) programs and software platforms such as the Siemens Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) Portal and Schneider PacDrive. Microline’s know-how, combined with cutting-edge software and hardware, ensures that customers benefit from precise and painstaking design that can be tailored to specific needs.

Fast Wrap 1250's technical in depth: the wrapping unit

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Fast Wrap 1250 is the latest Microline product for flow-wrapping rolls of paper. The machine features a continuous-flow packaging cycle without alternating movements. This optimises machine operation based on roll sizes. One of the main advantages of the Fast Wrap 1250 over other flow wrappers present on the market is that it saves 15% of the wrapping film. This is achieved through minimal film overlap and a complete absence of waste. A state-of-the-art electronic cam drive system contributes to energy optimisation, offering savings of some 30% over a full packaging and shrink-wrapping cycle. Fast Wrap 1250 also offers the option of using pre-printed film with centred printing. This meets customers marketing needs and helps to create a perfect package that is functional and good-looking.

The partnership with Paperdì: development and orders

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The first order placed by the Neapolitan company was for a side-loading case packer that was fitted to an interfolded towel and toilet paper line. The second was for a dedicated high-performance line for hospital paper rolls production, while the third order was fitted downstream of a state-of-the-art interfolded towel and toilet paper line. A few months ago, testing was completed and the satisfaction was mutual. Three fully functional, high-tech, high-performance plants were built. These were all in line with Industry 4.0 principles, fully automatic and connected to the rest of the plant. The challenge was to make the machines flexible and versatile as well as high-performing and efficient. The unit dedicated to the secondary packaging of hospital paper rolls can work with three different formats. The same applies to the interfolded product packaging machines, which can handle interfolded towels and toilet paper. All this has been achieved without sacrificing performance. The hospital paper roll case packer can handle up to 70 products per minute, while the units for interfolded products can handle up to 120 packs of interfolded toilet paper per minute or 80 packs of interfolded towels per minute.

Microline and Paperdì: end-of-line automation for the Tissue sector

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We supply end-of-line machines for placing hospital paper rolls, towels or toilet paper into boxes to Paperdì, a leading player in the Tissue sector. The partnership, though recent, is already bearing fruit. Paperdì is a Naples-based company that was established in 1989. It operates a paper mill in Pietramelara and a paper converting plant with ten production lines in San Nicola la Strada, both in the province of Caserta. Paperdì’s strengths, which have made it a major name in Italy and abroad, include its broad portfolio of items, backed by ongoing research into the development of new products to meet the demands of a very extensive and diverse market. Paperdì sets great store by the flexibility, efficiency and quality of its products. The know-how we have built up over the years has fuelled the continuous expansion of our machinery range in the tissue products packaging field, which is also Paperdì's natural habitat. Three years ago, Paperdì commissioned Microline to design and manufacture its first order for secondary packaging with the aid of its own specialist staff. The growing trust and cooperation between both companies has led to the supply of two further machines to date.

Quality Components

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The success of an automatic machine depends on the quality of the initial design and factors such as speed and flexibility, but also durability and efficiency. High long-term reliability means that parts costs are kept to a minimum. So it is essential to choose first-class components, with parts that allow high machine performance while also being able to withstand mechanical stress in order to limit wear as much as possible. Microline's philosophy has always been to offer top quality at an affordable price. To ensure this, we use a network of certified and reputable suppliers who can ensure a supply of quality components with short lead times. We support the pool of manufacturers in Emilia-Romagna, with their top-level mechanical capabilities.

Technical in-depth: labeller for AL80

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AL80 is a machine for the horizontal packaging of products using plastic film configured to product size and is a leading-edge Microline product. The machine can be equipped with a labelling unit that is fully designed and assembled in-house. The device uses a mechatronic system for stepwise insertion of the label, thus allowing operators to work with the label correctly positioned on the product. To avoid product damage and save material, the system does not use glue to keep the label in place. Accuracy of label centring is guaranteed by perfect synchronisation between movements and an electronic control system that ensures the label is correctly positioned on the product. Energy-saving is another advantage, achieved by an electronic cam drive system that optimises resources for the benefit of the environment.

UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 Quality Policy

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The quest for quality has always been a guiding principle for our company. Microline’s dedicated Quality Policy aims to offer customers a product that fully meets their expectations, while complying with the need to optimise internal resources. All this is done without sacrificing investment in technology, which is still central to our internal and external development and improvement philosophy. The guidelines followed by Microline comply with the UNI-EN-ISO-9001:2015 standard and involve a series of processes to be followed carefully and consistently with the aim of identifying customers needs while pinpointing any problems that may arise during each project. Every job has its own challenges, but success is always determined by the efficiency and effectiveness of internal processes, from design to line set-up.

Continual technological updating of the equipment and instruments used in the different production processes is of primary importance. It is equally necessary to invest in the ongoing training of staff, who need to follow a series of procedures scrupulously to support the efficiency of the entire process while also keeping up to date with the latest developments. The Quality Policy must also undergo periodic reviews to ensure it remains effective and appropriate over time. Lastly, it is essential to ensure that present and future activities and products comply with specifications established by European directives and laws in force in our target markets. In the interests of maximum transparency, our Quality Policy is available to all customers who wish to read it.

Technical in-depth: Infeed for Fast Wrap 1250

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Fast Wrap 1250 is Microline's flagship unit for flow-wrapping industrial rolls of AFH paper. The machine’s modularity, one of its great attributes, allows customers to change the type of infeed module as required. Fast Wrap 1250 is compatible with all Microline handling devices used in the Tissue industry. The product portfolio includes stackers, upenders and switching devices such as dividers and adding units. Everything is designed to ensure careful and accurate handling to avoid any kind of blemish or marking on the product. This is an important feature, given the delicate nature of paper rolls, and allows our customers to avoid production waste.

Designing and modifying a line to suit the footprint

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Line layout design should be aimed at efficient product conveyance and, at the same time, optimum production flow, thus saving as much space as possible. The Microline engineering department possesses a wealth of experience in this field and is ready to help the customer design new layouts or alter existing ones. The company can boast quite exceptional specialist know-how in the conveyor belt sector with in-house design and assembly. For the customer this means the assurance of doing business with a single partner capable of supplying both machines and line conveyor systems.

Who we are, where we come from and where we go

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When pictures are worth a thousand words: two minutes to present our company!

Microline Conveyors: just one platform, a thousand applications

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Microline offers a vast range of conveyors of various type (thermoplastic-resin chain or belt) and size, specially designed to meet the customer’s specific requirements, whilst considering aspects such as product shape and size. Microline conveyors are designed and constructed directly by the company itself that is not just a machinery supplier, but a complete line-automation-development partner. Outstanding features of Microline conveyors are build quality and the ability to guarantee delicate handling. In conclusion, their flexibility enables effective use in any consumer goods sector including Food, Pharma, Home and Personal Care.

Merry Christmas from Microline

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This year our Christmas greetings go out at the end of a year that’s changed the face of the world and put us all to the test.

All of us here at Microline want to send out a message for peace and hope for the future, and send our best wishes to everyone who has supported us professionally and personally.

Now, more than ever, we want to reassure you that we will continue to stand alongside our customers, colleagues and suppliers. Partnership and sharing will be our new watchwords, because if 2020 has taught us anything, it is that you can be near even when you are far away and that it is essential to support one another through difficult times.

The Microline staff

User friendly size change

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Businesses operating in the consumer goods sector are faced with having to respond quickly to a market’s ever-changing and fast moving requirements. For more than twenty years, Microline has been a solutions provider with applications in sectors such as Tissue and Food, working with an eye on the future, whilst seeking to predict industry requirements in terms of type, size and materials. This means designing and assembling future-proof machines, whilst at the same time offering the possibility to switch over quickly from one configuration to another. Indeed, user-friendly size changing means that in the case of an AL80 flow wrapper, for example, you can usually complete the operation in around a quarter of an hour. Different line configurations or upgrades can also be specially designed without necessarily replacing a complete machine.

Scheduled maintenance: supporting the customer long term

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Sturdiness is one of the generally recognised qualities of a Microline machine. Whether we are dealing with flow wrappers, secondary packaging units or conveyors, the company’s products are built to last and require reduced maintenance. Furthermore, all machines come complete with simple-to-read instruction manuals making it easy to identify the various components, particularly when ordering spares as a result of normal wear and tear. Maintenance operations are further facilitated by an effective network of sensors and state-of-the-art control software capable of monitoring machine operating parameters and predict defects.

At times upgrading is better than replacement

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One of the strong points of a Microline machine is its versatility. Indeed, a common feature of the entire range of solutions that the company designs and assembles is that of being able to work, depending on the configuration, with different materials, products and sizes, thus satisfying constantly-changing production requirements. Furthermore, Microline’s team of experts is always ready to assist the customer where changes are required, for example when needing to increase line speed or replace the type of product to be packed. Often, upgrading a machine, easily achievable by installing an additional unit, is enough to provide an efficient and cost-effective solution. Even where a brand new installation is necessary, the company is here to deliver tailor-made, state-of-the-art solutions designed to offer maximum output at the right price.

Retrofitting and upgrade processes: a Microline machine is forever

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The company’s approach at the design stage considers the current state of the art, but with an eye to the future. As far as possible, Microline machines are of modular conception based on “plug and play” logic capable of fitting seamlessly into existing production lines, thus providing user-friendly installation. At the same time, Microline future-proofs its machines so that they are ready to be fitted with new units and, where necessary, can undergo full retrofitting. This is possible thanks to the trademark solidity and “mechanical” approach of the solutions engineered by the Italian company that ensure an extended working life. The various components are designed to last as long as possible, avoiding the use of superfluous and unproductive components. As a result we have state-of-the-art machines with core features capable of providing continuous operation and ready for future upgrading.

Microline, end-of-line: the palletisers

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Numerous domestic and international manufacturers acknowledge Microline’s excellent design skills, build quality and ability to innovate, holding in high regard its range of automated machinery, including secondary packaging and end-of-line solutions. The hallmark technology and attention to detail of its primary packaging machinery are to be found once again with the added advantage that case packer and palletiser design makes them suitable for a vast range of products. So not only solutions for the tissue sector, the company’s flagship, but also the cosmetic and food industry, designed to be cutting edge, but at the same time sustainable and long-lasting.

Microline palletisers

The company can also offer the customer a comprehensive end-of-line management solution, assessing all requirements relating to product type and output speed. Palletisers are utilised that can be paired with both case packers and shrink wrappers/bundlers. These have a portal or semi-portal frame based on interpolated Cartesian coordinates with four degrees of freedom.

The packed product (bundle, bag or box) travels along a motorised conveyor from the packaging machine to the palletising area. Here, depending on the model selected and collation type, a gripper picks up one or more bags/boxes for positioning on the pallet according to the required configuration. After completing either manual or automatic positioning of the product on the pallet, the latter is transferred to the storage area.

The machines can handle up to 3 incoming product lines and the same number of pallet stations.

Finally, the “standard” model can be fitted with a set of optionals for fully-automated processing, e.g. semi-automatic or automatic pallet change and special collators. Turning to the gripper systems utilised, the most common are: mechanical pick & place (standard) and vacuum pick & place (optional).

Simple in-house routine maintenance

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Microline constantly aims to provide the customer with state-of-the-art, yet user-friendly, solutions. To this end, the company supplies everything you will need for in-house machine maintenance with just a few simple steps. All information can be found in the manuals explaining how to perform the necessary technical tasks in a clear, detailed and concise manner. This means the customer can also identify quickly and easily any spares required, these being always in stock. In addition, Microline guarantees thorough training of machine operators, also recommending a list of standard spares to be kept on company premises in order to speed up these operations and prevent downtime. Therefore, initial training and detailed manuals are the essential tools that Microline delivers to the customer so that it can manage the maintenance of technologically-complex installations simply and without outside assistance. In any event, the company is there to help at all times whatever your needs, ensuring that a solution to your problem will be found or spares supplied in a quick and professional manner.

Microline, end-of-line: the case packers

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Microline case packers

Microline automatic case packers are used in various sectors: from tissue and food to cosmetics, disposables and personal hygiene. The company’s product range includes both side-loading case packers (ROM), specifically designed to form stackable products of defined shape, and top-loading case packers (RVM) that are instead used for high-speed production of non-stackable, soft or hard, regular- and irregular-shaped products (containing products such as cereals, pasta, biscuits, coffee pods, etc.).

These machines are designed to erect and fill slotted cases, i.e. pre-glued blanks of both the RSC or shelf-ready type, in an entirely automated manner.

Both models are available in different versions depending on size of the cases to be processed (min. 200 mm × 150 mm × 80 mm, max. 800 mm × 600 mm × 650 mm), type of product the case contains and required output speed. Hot-melt-glue or adhesive-tape sealing systems are available or a combination of both.

Depending on customer requirements, various optionals can enhance the capabilities of each machine, including an additional blank magazine or case erectors.

When quality is synonymous with reliability

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Pursuing the highest standards of quality has always been a trademark of Microline philosophy. The company therefore employs cutting-edge hardware and software solutions, whilst staying on top of the latest technology trends. This approach begins with the design of individual components and continues up until completion of their construction, this being carried out mainly in-house or else by outsourcing to suppliers with proven ability and experience. Microline will then perform a series of static and endurance tests on the various parts of the machinery in order to guarantee that optimum functionality is supported by adequate strength and solidity. For the customer, this means lower maintenance, less downtime and improved overall efficiency of the line.

Microline: simple solutions for complex designs

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The company’s method of approach towards the customer is based on a fundamental concept: keep it simple. Everything that concerns operations, from day-to-day running of the machine to the method of ordering spares, is designed and implemented to be performed with as few steps and in as simple a manner as possible. This means paying maximum attention to what happens “behind the scenes”, during machine and system design, in order to make its inherently complex, state-of-the-art technology as compatible as possible with Industry 4.0 protocols.

Always by the customer’s side

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Ever since it was founded, Microline has always focused its strategy on supporting the customer, nurturing its relationship with him until a veritable partnership is established. Assistance begins with drafting of the line layout, for which Microline can offer its state-of-the-art design skills, continuing through to after sales when high-tech tools such as the MRA (Microline Remote Assistance) system are employed. There is no lack of support at the intermediate stages of the project that traditionally call for a flexible approach capable of problem solving in order to tackle each challenge encountered in the best possible way. In addition to proven technical and engineering experience, Microline can boast in-depth knowledge of the materials and packaging design sectors; such skills are invaluable both when designing a brand new packaging line and modifying an existing installation by replacing an individual machine or entire unit.

FAST WRAP 1250, MICROLINE’S FAST & FLEXIBLE FLOW WRAPPER

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Fast Wrap 1250 is the new Microline bundler designed for the Tissue sector. It is a continuous-motion flow wrapper for AFH paper rolls (industrial use) designed to arrange, collate and bag an extensive size range.
The company’s aim with this new multi-pack bundler is to provide customers with version 2.0 of its existing range of bundlers, ensuring improved performance and even greater flexibility.
Production speed is the first feature in which Microline decided to invest time and research: indeed, Fast Wrap 1250 can pack 25 bags per minute without compromising the eventual quality of the products contained therein and the packaging’s appearance. Operation is based on the same principle as the other Microline wrappers that are already a firm market favourite: wrapping is achieved by placing the film around the prearranged rolls, joining and subsequently sealing the edges at the top of the bag. Front and rear sealing is performed by a hot bar self-centring system (box-motion cycle) that separates the bundles.
One of the main benefits of the new Fast Wrap 1250 is the extensive size range available with the possibility of performing most size changeovers direct from the control panel. A feature than makes the machine extremely flexible and readily adaptable to the requirements of a very large customer base.
Upon request, the machine can process neutral, neutral with stepper-type label insertion or preprinted film.
In line with the company philosophy for every Microline-developed design, Fast Wrap also carries out the packaging process without producing packaging material waste or trimmings, thus avoiding downtime for waste removal, disposal costs and unnecessary wastage of the packaging material. Microline corporate philosophy also enjoys additional benefits by cutting energy running costs and reducing the quantity of packaging material utilised compared to its competitors by between 10% and 30%.
A faster, but at the same time versatile, bundler providing a response to the tissue sector’s increasing production needs without forsaking Microline technology‘s trademark quality and reliability.

INDEX postponed until September 2021

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Due to the uncertainty of the situation caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, INDEX 2020’s organisers, Palexpo and EDANA, have rescheduled the event. The show will now take place from 7th to 10th September 2021.

Microline promotes projects to support the local community

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Microline’s commitment has always been directed towards not only the customer, but also the local area and social environment. The company has recently helped to purchase a vehicle specifically designed to convey the disabled, persons with reduced mobility, children and old people that is now accessible to the local community and used every day to assist the population. Microline firmly believes that, especially in times of difficulty like we are currently experiencing, businesses can and must adopt a common commitment to support their local area and community.

MRA remote assistance system, Microline’s step towards Industry 4.0

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Optimising production line operation is no longer a problem for Microline customers who can now benefit from an innovative remote assistance system available as an optional for its machinery. This technology has been developed so that the company can communicate with a customer in need of support and assistance; a convenient and practical solution that can save both time and money. When required, Microline’s specialist staff can identify the problem in real time and provide suitable instructions to enable it to be solved in record time. With a simple Internet connection, a VPN connection is established between the MRA unit and Microline server, enabling use of the remote assistance system delivering on-demand communication with the company. A Microline specialist staff member can therefore intervene directly without actually visiting the customer’s premises, instead allowing technology to take him there virtually in order to provide assistance.

The company has therefore taken a further step towards Industry 4.0, ensuring that its clients have a fast and efficient service capable of solving a problem with just one click.

MICROLINE TURNS 20

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In 2020, Microline celebrates its 20th anniversary. A climb towards Industry 4.0 featuring the technology, professional skills and teamwork that have earned the company an outstanding reputation in the Tissue sector.
Thanks to the invaluable assistance of suppliers, consultants and technical/sales partners, Microline is now able to meet the needs of the paper industry and consumer goods businesses, offering them machinery of increasingly higher performance able to adapt to a wide range of requirements.
Functionality and reliability are the cornerstones of the company that over time has managed to transform a meeting with the customer into an opportunity for constructive discussion in order to develop professionally and design new solutions.
Microline would like to thank everyone who has contributed to its growth over the years and is now looking to the future. Over the next few years, the challenge of environmental sustainability is going to be crucial and Microline’s commitment is firmly focused on rationalisation of energy consumption and waste minimisation. Packaging machines will become greener and greener, but without sacrificing efficiency and functionality. The Tissue sector will be an open book for the company from Bologna that has won the trust of its customers, even during the years of the economic crisis, by making the most of the experience and resourcefulness of its staff who are always looking to design new technology to put to the test.

TISSUE MAG ARTICLE

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MICROLINE packaging & automation: high speed, great flexibility, excellent productivity.

Microline is specialised in the manufacture of automatic end-of-line packaging machines. Thanks to its know-how in the tissue sector, over time it has created dedicated machines that fully satisfy the demands of this particular market... Read more

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MIAC - LUCCA 2019

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MICROLINE is pleased to announce its participation in the twenty-sixth edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, which will be held in Lucca, Italy, from 09 to 11 October 2019. We look forward to meeting you at our stand no. 103!

TISSUE WORLD - MILAN 2019

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MICROLINE participated in the international Tissue World exhibition, which was held in Milan, Italy, from 25 to 27 March 2019.

MIAC - LUCCA 2018

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MICROLINE participated in the twenty-fifth edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 10 to 12 October 2018.

TISSUE WORLD - MIAMI 2018

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MICROLINE participated in the international Tissue World exhibition, which was held in Miami, United States, from 21 to 23 March 2018.

PAPER ONE SHOW - SHARJAH 2017

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MICROLINE participated in the international PAPER ONE SHOW exhibition, which was held in Sharjah, UAE, from 11 to 13 December 2017.

MICROLINE SRL & INDUSTRY 4.0 READY

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WHAT IS MEANT BY INDUSTRY 4.0
Industry 4.0 is a radical change in the production method that will lead to fully automated and interconnected processes.

NEWS: CENTRE-FOLDING UNIT

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(dimensions of flat sheet reel: 440 – 1300 mm – outer diameter Ø 300)

A device that can be combined with the AL80 flow wrapper, it is capable of folding film (neutral or printed) fed from a flat-sheet reel in the centre (V fold or centre fold). Manageable as an optional, it enables the AL80 wrapper to work with centre-folded reels or flat sheet reels.
The advantages of installing the new device include: purchase of film at a lower price, reduction in the frequency of reel changes, reduction in downtimes due to reel replacement, reduction in the negative effects due to static electricity, easier management of printed materials (elimination of problems of “gluing” in centre folding during the printing and rewinding process).

MIAC - LUCCA 2017

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MICROLINE participated in the twenty-fourth edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 11 to 13 October 2017.

TISSUE WORLD - MILAN 2017

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MICROLINE participated in the international Tissue World exhibition, which was held in Milan, Italy, from 10 to 12 April 2017.

INDEX - GENEVA 2017

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MICROLINE participated in the international INDEX exhibition, which was held in Geneva, Switzerland, from 4 to 7 April 2017.

MIAC - LUCCA 2016

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MICROLINE participated in the twenty-third edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 12 to 14 October 2016.

MIAC BUSINESS POINT - LUCCA 2016

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MICROLINE participated in the second edition of MIAC BUSINESS POINT, international meeting dedicated to the tissue industry, which was held in Lucca, Italy, on 19 and 20 May 2016.

MIAC - LUCCA 2015

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MICROLINE participated in the twenty-second edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 14 to 16 October 2015.

TISSUE WORLD - BARCELONA 2015

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MICROLINE participated in the international Tissue World exhibition, which was held in Barcelona, Spain, from 16 to 19 March 2015.

PAP-FOR SAN PIETROBURGO 2014

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MICROLINE participated in the PAP-FOR exhibition held in St. Petersburg, Russia, from 28 to 31 October 2014.

MIAC - LUCCA 2014

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MICROLINE participated in the twenty-first edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 15 al 17 October 2014.

MIAC TISSUE BUSINESS POINT - LUCCA 2014

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MICROLINE participated in the first edition of MIAC TISSUE BUSINESS POINT which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 26 to 27 March 2014.

MIAC - LUCCA 2013

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MICROLINE participated in the twentieth edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 16 to 18 October 2013.

TISSUE WORLD - BARCELONA 2013

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MICROLINE participated in the international Tissue World exhibition, which was held in Barcelona, Spain, from 19 to 21 March 2013.

MIAC - LUCCA 2012

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MICROLINE participated in the nineteenth edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 10 to 12 October 2012.

MIAC - LUCCA 2011

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MICROLINE participated in the eighteenth edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 12 to 14 October 2011.

TISSUE WORLD - NICE 2011

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MICROLINE participated in the international Tissue World exhibition, which was held in Nice, France, from 28 to 31 March 2011.

MIAC - LUCCA 2010

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MICROLINE participated in the seventeenth edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 13 to 15 October 2010.

MIAC - LUCCA 2009

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MICROLINE participated in the sixteenth edition of MIAC, International Exhibition of the Paper Industry which was held in Lucca, Italy, from 14 to 16 October 2009.

TISSUE WORLD - NICE 2009

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MICROLINE participated in the international Tissue World exhibition, which was held in Nice, France, from 24 to 26 March 2009.

PAP-FOR - SAINT PETERSBURG 2008

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MICROLINE participated in the PAP-FOR exhibition held in St. Petersburg, Russia, from 6 to 15 November 2008.

FOOD & BEVERAGE TECHNOLOGY

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QUALITY, RELIABILITY AND AFTER-SALES SUPPORT

Automatic packaging the Microline way

A leading light in the Emilia Romagna packaging valley, Microline’s team of experts can boast more than thirty years experience in automated packaging machinery manufacturing, in particular end-of-line systems. Microline’s trademark modular design allows its engineers to tailor each packaging system to suit the requirements of customers from a wide range of sectors, including food, tissue and cosmetics.

EMILIA ROMAGNA EXPO 2015

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La concezione modulare dell’automation

Dalla packaging valley emiliana ai mercati extraeuropei. Alessandro Berselli fa il punto sull’andamento del mercato. E su come lo affronta un’azienda con esperienza ultra trentennale nel settore delle macchine automatiche di confezionamento...

FOOD PROCESSING

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CUSTOMIZATION AND MODULARITY, MICROLINE’S WAY TO INNOVATION

From Emilia to non-European markets, high quality automatic packaging speaks Italian

Located in the province of Bologna, the heart of the Italian packaging valley, Microline is a company specialised in the design and manufacture of automatic
end-of-line packaging machines. The long-time experience of a staff of professionals, combined with a management that keeps an eye on the future, provides customers with the assurance of a solid know-how that
goes hand in hand with the driving force of technological innovation.

New videos

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We invite you to view the new videos included in this website, as well as the ones published on www.youtube.com. You will be able to see the operation of our machines and complete, specific lines for packaging napkins, tissues, paper rolls and other products.

Microline Srl News

The right technology at the right cost

3D manuals: making something complex simple and intuitive

Microline’s digital strategy

Contact with customers has never been easier

Microline for the South American Tissue market

From reducing trimmings to eco-films: Microline aims for all-round sustainability

A dedicated solution for the feeding and case packing of interfolded products

Contributo progetto internazionalizzazione

Microline gives substance to sustainability

Size changeover: problem or opportunity?

Multiple sizes in a single solution

Microline always by the customer's side

Warehouse and parts customized to meet requirements

Machinery Interconnection: bidding farewell to inefficiency and high energy bills

Close to the customer, even when far away

Microline: Upgrade, not replace

ECO Wrap 1050: the Microline brand of versatility

The year ahead: a calendar packed with events and trade fairs

Technology corner: Microline’s recipe for saving at the wrapping stage: no waste and minimum film overlap

Microline: A solution for the tissue industry to the crisis caused by raw material shortages and rising energy bills

Microline partners with Di Mucci d.o.o. to develop environmentally-friendly films

Microline at Miac 2022

Fast Wrap 1250: multiple collation patterns from a single solution

The simplicity and effectiveness of ECO WRAP 1050: Microline’s winning combination

An Italo-Portuguese partnership for the installation of a roll and Tissue product packaging plant

FAST WRAP 1250, efficiency at the service of the tissue market

FLOW WRAP 1000, quality and reliability combined

Versatility gives us a competitive edge

Conquering the food, cosmetics and cotton industries

Top solutions for the Tissue market

Microline at Tissue World: exclusive know-how at the American market's service

ML shrink wrappers facilitate product handling and distribution

Microline flow wrappers, sustainable and efficient solutions

AL wrapping machines: maximum efficiency and zero waste

Microline quality assurance guidelines

Technology aids sustainability to reduce energy consumption

Microline solutions: less waste, more efficiency

Technology corner: precision technology for a perfect seal

Microline at Miac 2021

Innovation and flexibility for wrapping non-woven products

Exclusive and efficient solutions for personal care products

Microline case packers: precision and flexibility using packaging machine technology

Remote support: a long-standing customer support tradition

Technology corner: product focus, beginning with the feed system

Optimised pneumatic systems to limit consumption

Customer-centred design

Fast Wrap 1250's technical in depth: the wrapping unit

The partnership with Paperdì: development and orders

Microline and Paperdì: end-of-line automation for the Tissue sector

Quality Components

Technical in-depth: labeller for AL80

UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 Quality Policy

Technical in-depth: Infeed for Fast Wrap 1250

Designing and modifying a line to suit the footprint

Who we are, where we come from and where we go

Microline Conveyors: just one platform, a thousand applications

Merry Christmas from Microline

User friendly size change

Scheduled maintenance: supporting the customer long term

At times upgrading is better than replacement

Retrofitting and upgrade processes: a Microline machine is forever

Microline, end-of-line: the palletisers

Simple in-house routine maintenance

Microline, end-of-line: the case packers

When quality is synonymous with reliability

Microline: simple solutions for complex designs

Always by the customer’s side

FAST WRAP 1250, MICROLINE’S FAST & FLEXIBLE FLOW WRAPPER

INDEX postponed until September 2021

Microline promotes projects to support the local community

MRA remote assistance system, Microline’s step towards Industry 4.0

MICROLINE TURNS 20

TISSUE MAG ARTICLE

MICROLINE packaging & automation: high speed, great flexibility, excellent productivity.

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MIAC - LUCCA 2019

TISSUE WORLD - MILAN 2019

MIAC - LUCCA 2018

TISSUE WORLD - MIAMI 2018