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Happy Holidays!
Best wishes for a holiday season and our sincere thanks for your loyalty & goodwill throughout the year! Click here for our holiday closures.

MD Christmas Party 2019
The annual MD Packaging Christmas party was held December 12th at the Hobby Horse. A great night was had by all! A time for the

Frozen Hash Brown Patty Line – Open Top Cartons
A dominant food processor of potato products, specifically frozen hash brown patties for retail sales approached Emerald Automation to talk about a lower cost, simple

Growing Automation Trends in the Cannabis Space
With the legalization of cannabis for recreational use put into law last year, demand has outpaced supply and has licensed producers scrambling to scale. What

Packaging Automation
More and more companies are opting to automate their facility. MD Packaging can help you with the entire process – from the initial planning, plant

Proud Sponsor of Josh Conquer – ROK Cup 2019
MD Packaging is pleased to sponsor Josh Conquer who is racing for Team Canada at the ROK Cup International Final in Lonato, Italy.

Happy Thanksgiving
Wishing all of our employees, customers & vendors a Happy Thanksgiving! Our office will be closed Monday October 14th for Thanksgiving. We will re-open Tuesday

X-Ray Inspection of Food Products: The Safety Facts You Need to Know
Over the past couple of decades, food processors increasingly have come to rely on X-ray inspection equipment to detect physical contaminants during production. This is

Code of Ethics
MD Packaging Inc. is committed to conduct business in a professional, honest and ethical manner and to comply with the law wherever it conducts business. MD

Trade In Trade Up
Are you looking for better detection? Be sure to check out our new and exciting offer to help you make the transition to Apex and

Happy Labour Day!
Our office will be closed at 2pm Friday August 31st and Monday September 3rd for Labour Day! We will re-open Tuesday September 4th. Have a

Civic Holiday
Our office will be closed at 2pm Friday August 3rd and Monday August 6th for the Civic Holiday! We will re-open Tuesday August 7th. Enjoy

Happy Canada Day
Our office will be closed at 2pm Friday June 29th and Monday July 2nd for Canada Day! We will re-open Tuesday July 3rd. Happy Canada

Obsolescence – 8120 PWT Checkweigher Frames
The following is important information regarding your Thermo Scientific 8120 PWT checkweigher frames. You are urged to take action now to ensure continuous service and

Max Spitz has Joined the MD Team
MD Packaging Inc. is proud to announce that Max Spitz has joined the MD team as a Technical Liaison Manager. Max will be focused on

MD Packaging Open House
Please join the MD Packaging Team on June 19th and 20th at our Open House! This is an excellent opportunity to see our new head

Partnership with Emerald Automation
To better serve their Canadian customers, Emerald Automation has partnered with MD Packaging. The MD sales team has a presence across all of Canada and

Troubleshooting Mastery
Whether you’re facing inconsistent seal quality, film tracking issues, or erratic product filling, quick and effective troubleshooting can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll walk you through common challenges operators encounter and provide practical solutions to get your MVC 300 running smoothly again.

Cartoning Success Story
Discover the efficiency gains made with Mpac cartoning for this contract energy bar manufacturer who wanted wanted a space-saving, high-speed machine to pack multiple bar sizes and patterns.

Optimizing Packaging Efficiency
Pearson Packaging’s Compact Case Erector Wins Over Plant Manager Our client, based in Quebec, recently added another case erector to their secondary packaging line. Having

Frozen Hash Brown Patty Line – Open Top Cartons
A dominant food processor of potato products, specifically frozen hash brown patties for retail sales approached Emerald Automation to talk about a lower cost, simple

Thermo Case Study | Aliments Ouimet-Cordon Bleu
Checkweighing helps Aliments Ouimet-Cordon Bleu ensure product quality as it grows. The Thermo Scientific Versa 8120 Checkweigher identifies irregular-weight cans with a robust software capability

A practical guide to metal detection & x-ray inspection of food
Detecting foreign objects in food is integral to food safety and quality – and ultimately to your brand reputation and consumer safety. This newly expanded

A Practical Guide to Checkweighing & Checkweighers
A checkweigher weighs every product in motion. It classifies, counts and rejects products that are off spec, which helps you meet throughput and legal requirements

METAL DETECTION / X-RAY INSPECTION EBOOK
Do you use metal detection and X-ray inspection technology to help ensure that the packaged food products you produce and that your customers choose from

Metal Detection / X-ray Inspection eBook
Food manufacturers have two lines of defense against foreign object contamination – metal detectors and x-ray inspection systems. Which one will work best for your

How to Choose the Right Automatic Bottle Capping Machine in Canada
Not all caps are equal — and neither are cappers. Find the right automatic bottle capping machine for your line, your cap & your budget.

When to Use Shrink Wrapping vs Shrink Bundling
Innova’s pallet stabilizing machinery is built for Canadian manufacturers who need more than basic load security. From vertical strappers that lock products in place, to stretch hooders that shield against damage, to their patented box strapping head which delivers precision every time – these solutions transform shipping into a safer, faster, and more cost-effective process.

Tight Loads and Smooth Rides
Innova’s pallet stabilizing machinery is built for Canadian manufacturers who need more than basic load security. From vertical strappers that lock products in place, to stretch hooders that shield against damage, to their patented box strapping head which delivers precision every time – these solutions transform shipping into a safer, faster, and more cost-effective process.

Outweigh the Competition
Speed, precision, and hygiene aren’t optional on today’s high-output canning lines. The Versa Teorema checkweigher offers Canadian food and pet food manufacturers a rugged, washdown-ready solution for reliable, high-speed weight control on every container.

Pearson Packaging Machine Tips
Your Go-To Resource for Smooth, Smart Production Pearson Packaging support in Canada When you’re running a tight ship in Canadian manufacturing, there’s no room for

Automated Case Packers
Streamline Your End-of-Line Operations with Advanced Case Packers
At MD Packaging, we offer automated case packers designed to boost productivity, improve packaging precision, and reduce labor costs. Whether you need a compact solution for tight spaces or a heavy-duty system for high-speed production, our versatile lineup ensures seamless, reliable case packing across industries. Explore smarter automation for a stronger bottom line.

Metal Detection vs. X-Ray Inspection in Food Processing
Not all contaminants are made of metal. This article breaks down the key differences between metal detection and X-ray inspection in food processing — helping manufacturers choose the right technology to protect their products, comply with safety standards, and reduce costly recalls.

Troubleshooting Mastery
Whether you’re facing inconsistent seal quality, film tracking issues, or erratic product filling, quick and effective troubleshooting can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll walk you through common challenges operators encounter and provide practical solutions to get your MVC 300 running smoothly again.

Elevate Your Quality Control
Discover the new application solutions for Thermo Scientific™ NextGuard™ X-ray Detection Systems. A significant step forward in quality control technology, offering unmatched efficiency, precision, and safety for a wide range of applications.

CPMA Trade Show – Booth # 423
We are participating in the CPMA Trade Show April 3rd-4th in Montreal, QC. This event takes place at the Palais Des Congres de Montreal. Be

PackEx Toronto – Booth # 1565
We are excited to be participating in PackEx Toronto June 4-6th at the Toronto Congress Centre. This is Canada’s largest packaging show! Be sure to

MD Christmas Party 2018
The annual MD Packaging Christmas party was held December 12th at Wooden Sticks. A great night was had by all! A time for the MD

Manitoba AgDays 2019 – Booth # 1019
MD Packaging is participating in AgDays 2019 January 22-24, 2019 at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, MB. The Manitoba AgDays show is an exposition of

PackEx Montreal – Free Pass!
Be sure to visit us in booth # 2314 at PackEx Montreal Nov 14-15, 2018. Click here to register for your free pass (use promo

Free Pass for Pack Expo Chicago
Are you planning to attend Pack Expo Chicago October 14th-17th? You can attend for FREE using our comp code from Thermo Fisher Scientific. Be sure

MD Open House
A successful day one of the open house! Lots of customers stopped by to see our new head office and meet our amazing team! On

MD Packaging Open House
Please join the MD Packaging Team on June 19th and 20th at our Open House! This is an excellent opportunity to see our new head

CPMA – Booth # 1053
Be sure to visit us at the CPMA show in Vancouver, BC – April 25th & 26th! Booth # 1053.

New Partnership With Innova Group
Proudly Partnering with Innova Group Elevating End-of-Line Packaging in Canada We are thrilled to announce that MD Packaging is now the first Canadian distributor of

New Partnership
Exciting news for our valued customers and partners in Canada! We are delighted to thank Pearson Packaging Systems for awarding us exclusive distribution rights for

New Partnership
We are happy to announce that have become distributing partners for Agyle Intelligence. Through this partnership with Agyle Intelligence’s advanced digitization and automated reporting services

New Partnership
We are happy to announce that as of January 12th, 2023 MD Packaging has become the exclusive distributing partner for Matrix Packaging Machines vertical form-fill

Join the MDP Team at Pack Expo Chicago!
The MD Packaging team will be in Chicago for PackExpo! We will be working in our partners booths and supporting our clients. Contact us to

MDP Expands into Atlantic Canada
We are excited to announce that MD Packaging has expanded into Atlantic Canada! Our new offices are located at 360 Water Street, in the

MD Packaging Knows Food Safety
Rest assured – you can protect your brand and still increase your bottom line. MD Packaging’s product inspection equipment can help provide you with the

Outstanding Sales & Service Award
We are honoured to be recognized once again by Universal Labeling Systems for Outstanding Sales & Service. Looking forward to a successful 2022!

Join us for a Webinar – July 29th
Enercon is hosting a webinar on July 29th at 10am CDT/11am ET. Join their experts for highlights on: Newly integrated inspection including stalled bottle

Outstanding Sales & Service Award
We are honoured to be recognized once again by Universal Labeling Systems for Outstanding Sales & Service. Looking forward to a successful 2022!

Outstanding Sales & Service Award
We are excited to be recognized by Universal Labeling Systems for outstanding sales and service! Looking forward to a successful 2021!

MD PACKAGING DEEMED AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE
As of January 12, 2021, MD Packaging has been designated an essential service based on the governments criteria including supply chains. We will continue to provide

Our New Partnership with Sepha
MD Packaging is pleased to announce a new partnership with Sepha in Canada for two of its main leak test devices for induction sealed bottles.

MD Packaging Knows Food Safety
Rest assured – you can protect your brand and still increase your bottom line. MD Packaging’s product inspection equipment can help provide you with the

MD PACKAGING DEEMED AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE
As of March 23rd, MD Packaging has been designated an essential service based on the governments criteria including supply chains. We will continue to

COVID-19 SERVICE INITIATIVE
As an organization who for decades, has supported and provided services to a large segment of the food/pharmaceutical industry, we know what happens behind the

COVID-19 Policy
MD Packaging understand the constant changes and fluid nature of the COVID-19 virus. Our primary concern is the safety of our community, our customers, partners

Packaging Automation
More and more companies are opting to automate their facility. MD Packaging can help you with the entire process – from the initial planning, plant
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