News & Events
Keep up-to-date with our latest news, together with details of forthcoming events
Considering human factors in packaging quality performance
In this #WorldQualityWeek 2024, we look at the theme from compliance to performance, not through culture change, but by examining how human factors itself can have a direct impact on quality performance.
Your food and beverage packaging journey: thriving in compliance or performance?
In an environment as demanding as the 24/7 food and beverage manufacturing industry, packaging compliance is a way to drive high product standards.
Every food manufacturer can help reduce waste
On Sunday 29 September 2024, the International Day of Awareness of food loss and waste (IDAFLW) will be celebrated. It’s the fifth year of the international campaign to raise awareness, following the 74th United Nations General Assembly, which recognised the role that food production plays in reducing poverty and hunger.
Mike’s new role within JBT’s Digital Solution division
Mike Hughes, Managing Director of AutoCoding Systems Ltd, takes on a new role within JBT as Business Development Director for Digital Solutions. He brings with him knowledge of the AutoCoding System, which provides line control and workflow automation to around 2000...
Growing demand for private label food brands and it’s impact on packaging
Private label food brands seek to compete within a food category to offer consumers greater choice, often at lower prices, as an alternative to leading brands in the same category. Consumers value different price points and overall quality when making purchases. As a...
A focus on packaging with AutoCoding: World Food Safety Day 2024
While the main premise of the AutoCoding system is to help avoid product recalls and rework caused by incorrect packaging and labelling, there are additional benefits of the system that can be used to help detect, manage and prevent food related incidents.
Increase operational effectiveness in fruit and vegetable processing with automation-focused farming initiatives
As the challenge of climate can have a devastating impact on crop yields, it is even more important to preserve and maintain the commercial validity of each and every piece of fresh produce – from the moment it is packaged.
Revealing our latest AutoCoding integration: experience the Australasian Processing and Packaging Expo 2024!
Together with JBT company, Proseal, AutoCoding Systems will demonstrate how the the AutoCoding software solution is integrated with Proseal’s tray sealing machine. The advantage of integrating a software solution that sets up and controls the devices on the packaging line with a tray sealer is that it ensures a seamless process at the primary packaging stage.
Preventing recalls with effective software solutions in the food and beverage industry
The AutoCoding system continuously monitors the packaging for the correct format, code, barcode quality and artwork content, from primary packaging to pallet labelling.
Driving quality process improvements from the packaging lines
If you’re used to storing food packaging samples, tied together with handwritten notes from product inspections and stored in rooms full of boxes, you’re missing a trick. How you use data helps you make informed decisions about future operations. It replaces the way things have always been done and can help break down barriers that prevent quality initiatives from working in the long term.
Automated packaging verification and date coding for competitive quality advantage
Retailers are having to rethink the way they operate in order to remain competitive. As in most competitive business environments, quality is key to meeting rising customer expectations, with time, scope, and cost.
Integrated packaging inspection station demonstration at the Proseal Open Day
AutoCoding Systems will be joining JBT sister company, Proseal at their Open Day event on 14th September 2023 at 12 noon. The Open Day follows on from the success of last year’s event at their headquarters in Adlington, UK, and marks the celebration of...
We’re showcasing our enhanced 2D and 3D case inspection solution at the Pack Expo, USA
AutoCoding Systems has developed new case inspection capabilities for packaging line inspection. This improved solution utilises the latest technology developed by SICK AG, a German-based global manufacturer of industrial-based applications.
Changes stirring in Australia’s food regulatory system: A review of the labelling implications
There is a major reform taking place within Australia and New Zealand’s Bi-national Food regulatory system. Public health is to be at the forefront of these changes with the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act) being the main focus for review. Options for reform include measures that could amend the FSZANZ Act, in addition to parallel projects to modernise the regulatory system.
We’re at two US Shows this October : Pack Expo and the Global Produce and Floral Show
AutoCoding Systems US will be part of JBT Corporation’s booth this October at both Pack Expo, Chicago and IFPA’s Global Produce and Floral Show, alongside their sister company, Proseal US. Visitors to the shows (find details below) will see how coding and packaging...
4Sight Granted UK Patent
AutoCoding Systems are delighted to announce that they have received a Certificate of Grant of Patent for their automatic print inspection solution, 4Sight. The innovation in print inspection was invented by Technical Director, Robin Eatch, after considering...
AutoCoding Systems Ltd, global leader in packaging line automation solutions, is acquired by JBT Corporation, Chicago
AutoCoding Systems is delighted and excited to announce that they have been acquired by JBT Corporation enabling them to continue with their expansion and growth within the food and beverage industry. JBT Corporation is a global technology solutions provider to...
4Sight Automatic Print Inspection System ‘Gets the Message’
A groundbreaking collaboration between AutoCoding Systems and SICK has resulted in the launch of 4Sight - the first fully-automatic smart vision inspection system for printed coding and marking on a variety of packaging, in sectors such as food, beverage, consumer...
Pack Expo 2018 – Visit Booth E-8232
Problems with packaging and labelling mistakes? The AutoCoding Solution can help Packaging and labelling mistakes account for a high proportion of food product recalls, having a devastating impact on food manufacturers’ brand and business costs. Taking adequate...
AutoCoding Systems Pty formalises partnership with Inspection Systems Pty
AutoCoding Systems Pty Ltd has recently agreed a strategic partnership with Inspection Systems Pty Ltd. Although the two companies have already enjoyed a close working relationship in the past, the formalised agreement will consolidate their association ensuring...