tna has bought Unique Solutions, an equipment provider of value-added inserts and onserts.
tna will gain access to Unique Solutions’ turnkey In-Pak and On-Pak programs utilizing the latter’s continuous perforated bandolier (CPB) technology.
The acquisition forms part of tna’s ongoing strategy to support food manufacturers worldwide with a full range of solutions from single source.
Based in Chicago, US, Unique Solutions has been developing and manufacturing internationally-patented continuous-feed systems and labelling equipment since 1978.
Using its CPB technology, Unique Solutions’ equipment inserts value-added two-dimensional (such as coupons, magnets and tattoos) and three-dimensional items (like toys, scoops and dry and liquid-filled sachets), into primary packaging at up to 1,000 pieces per minute with accuracy level of 99.9 per cent.
Unique Solutions’ innovative equipment design easily integrates with all types of production lines including high performance vertical or horizontal form fill and seal applications as well as cartoning, flow-wrapping and conveying lines.
The labelling equipment is compatible with any application requiring wipe-on, blow-on, tamp-on, corner-wrap, swing tamp or vertical form fill and seal packaging lines providing the ultimate in performance driven solutions.
“The food industry changes at such a rapid pace, and product innovation is an absolute must if you want to stay competitive,” says tna CEO Alf Taylor.
“We were therefore keen to expand our services in the promotional and value-add packaging arena – these solutions can add immense value to manufacturers, from eye-catching labels and coupons to seasoning sachets and toys, the possibilities are limitless.”
The acquisition is effective from November 4, 2015.
