Modern Machines and Eco-Friendly Packaging – The third day of TAROPAK Trade Fair
The third and final day of the TAROPAK Trade Fair was dedicated to flexographic printing, presentations of advanced packaging machinery, ready-made packaging solutions, and more business meetings.
One of the highlights of the day was an engaging session titled “Flexography in Packaging: The Perfect Match”, organized by the Polish Chamber of Flexography (Polska Izba Fleksografów). Speakers included Krzysztof Skrobot, President of the Polish Chamber of Flexography; Marcin Kuchniak from AWEXIM Sp. z o.o.; and Michał Wójcik from the Joachim Lelewel Vocational School in Poznań. They introduced the complexities of flexographic printing, discussing its advantages, disadvantages, and challenges.
Throughout the day, attendees had access to the exhibition area, which featured both Polish and international companies. Visitors had no shortage of attractions—state-of-the-art, versatile packaging machines and equipment for manufacturing packaging were on full display. Among the exhibitors were leading automation companies such as KIMLA, Kram, Filmat, Solarco, Dozownice.pl, Versotrade, and Zemat, whose cutting-edge machines enable efficient and ergonomic packaging production.
In the packaging zone, companies showcased packaging solutions made from corrugated cardboard, foil, glass, and wood. There were also exhibitors specializing in reusable pallets and pallet collars. Companies offering various packaging fillers were also present. For example, PK System demonstrated a diverse range of ready-made packaging, foam profiles, paper shavings, dunnage bags, and even tilt and shock sensors. Packaging tape manufacturers also made a strong showing, with notable participants including Frame Pack, Inter-Pack Polonia, Lacroix-Opakowania, Polpak, Verta Glass, and Supertape Polska.
The fair also showcased a variety of labeling solutions. Companies like Brother, Epson, TFP, and Druk Serwis presented their innovative offerings in label production and printing.
Modern packaging concepts were on display in a dedicated zone created by the Packaging Design Studio of the University of Arts in Poznań. A specially curated exhibition featured functional, eco-friendly, and aesthetically pleasing packaging designs crafted by students.
The third day of TAROPAK offered an impressive blend of innovation, functionality, and sustainability, leaving attendees inspired by the dynamic future of the packaging industry.