Coesia’s Innovative Solutions for Confectionery Packaging: A Sneak Peek at ProSweets 2025

At ProSweets 2025, Coesia companies ACMA, FlexLink, and partner PWR are joining forces to showcase cutting-edge solutions designed to transform the confectionery packaging industry. These industry leaders are making waves with their commitment to sustainability, operational excellence, and technological innovation. From eco-friendly packaging to advanced robotics, let’s dive into what these companies will bring to the table at the event.

ACMA’s FP Paper Smart Line: Revolutionizing Sustainable Packaging

One of the main highlights at ProSweets 2025 will be ACMA’s FP Paper Smart Line, a game-changing solution that uses paper-based materials for flow packing. This innovative system, designed to package chocolate snack bars at speeds of up to 150 meters per minute, integrates seamlessly with a distribution system, emphasizing ACMA’s dedication to providing comprehensive, integrated solutions, rather than just standalone machines.

The FP Paper Smart Line represents a leap forward in sustainability, offering a high-speed packaging solution for food products such as confectionery, snacks, and baked goods. Additionally, the system features Optimate Premium, an advanced human-machine interface, which connects the machine with smart functionalities for easy optimization of productivity. It’s equipped with an integrated vision system for precise process quality control and remote support, enabling operators to resolve issues quickly.

FlexLink: Advanced Conveyor Systems for Confectionery Production

FlexLink, known for its expertise in material handling, will present its X85 conveyor system at the exhibition. This compact, modular system is designed to meet the needs of high-speed production lines, offering enhanced operational efficiency and easy maintenance. Featuring a space-saving spiral elevator and magnetic chain for vertical transportation, FlexLink's system is an ideal solution for handling candy tins and similar products with precision.

The X85 is engineered for the demanding production environments of the confectionery industry, offering seamless integration into existing systems while improving overall efficiency.

PWR: Expert Robotics and Automation Systems for Confectionery Manufacturers

With over 25 years of experience, PWR is a trusted name in the confectionery industry, specializing in advanced robotic systems and automated production lines. At ProSweets 2025, PWR will showcase its range of solutions aimed at maximizing productivity, accuracy, and flexibility. The company will also present its Smartline range, which includes compact, high-performance systems tailored to specific customer needs.

Combining ACMA’s sustainable packaging expertise with PWR’s robotics technology, the two companies are creating integrated solutions that address the evolving needs of the confectionery market. This partnership allows manufacturers to achieve greater efficiency and sustainability in their production processes.

Material Gate: Supporting the Green Revolution in Packaging

Another exciting innovation from ACMA is the Material Gate, a testing unit designed to evaluate new materials for twist-wrapping. Developed within ACMA’s Sustainability Lab, the Material Gate plays a vital role in testing eco-friendly packaging materials and ensuring they can be processed as efficiently as traditional materials. This tool will be key to the development of next-generation sustainable packaging solutions for the confectionery industry.

By testing the machinability and mechanical resistance of new materials, ACMA is helping partners identify the necessary modifications to ensure that sustainable packaging can perform just as well as its plastic counterparts, all while reducing production downtime.

Beyond Paper: ACMA’s Vision for Sustainable Packaging

ACMA’s participation at ProSweets 2025 highlights the company’s commitment to both technical excellence and sustainability. At the heart of their efforts are ACMA Next and the Sustainability Lab, advanced research hubs focused on developing environmentally responsible packaging solutions that don’t compromise on quality or performance.

ACMA is working diligently to make sustainable packaging the new standard in the confectionery industry, offering comprehensive solutions that include wrapping and flow packing technologies, carton box solutions, and tray and sleeve options. Their ongoing R&D ensures that packaging solutions like Flip Tops and display trays are not only eco-friendly but also highly efficient.

The Growing Demand for Paper-Based Packaging

The shift towards paper-based packaging is gaining momentum, and the confectionery industry is no exception. Paper-based packaging is becoming increasingly popular due to its recyclability and eco-friendly properties. In 2023, the global paper-based packaging market, especially in the food and confectionery sectors, was valued at USD 1.92 trillion. This trend is expected to grow as urbanization and the rise of food delivery services drive demand in emerging markets like India and China.

ACMA, in collaboration with leading industry brands, is conducting comprehensive tests to optimize the performance of sustainable materials for both flow packing and chocolate wrapping. The aim is to ensure that these materials can perform just as well as traditional packaging options, all while contributing to a greener, more sustainable future.

The Future of Confectionery Packaging

ProSweets 2025 promises to be a pivotal moment in the evolution of confectionery packaging. Coesia companies, including ACMA, FlexLink, and PWR, are leading the way with innovative solutions that address the confectionery industry’s growing need for sustainability, efficiency, and automation. As the packaging landscape continues to evolve, these companies are driving change, ensuring that the industry can meet both consumer demands and environmental challenges head-on.

By embracing new technologies, sustainable materials, and integrated solutions, Coesia is shaping the future of the confectionery market—one package at a time.

Stay tuned for more updates from ProSweets 2025 and beyond as these innovations continue to shape the confectionery packaging industry.