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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

PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
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.

WE ARE OFFICIALLY THE EXCLUSIVE SUREKAP DISTRIBUTOR IN CANADA
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.

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

ShurTAPE’s Recycled Tape Series
Discover ShurTAPE rPET Recycled Series and optimize your packaging lines while contributing to a more circular economy. ShurTAPE rPET Recycled Series can transform your operations and bottom line!

Flexible Packaging for Liquids
Discover why flexible pouches are leading the future of liquid packaging! Learn how they save space, cut costs, and reduce environmental impact—all while keeping your products fresh and secure. Don’t miss out on the latest trends in sustainable packaging!

Snack Food Packaging: Adapting to Consumer Preferences and Trends
It’s clear that the right choices in packaging and automated packaging technology are crucial. MD Packaging is helping snack food manufacturers to identify innovative packaging solutions that meet evolving industry needs.

A Complete Guide to Liquid Filling
Delve into the essentials of liquid packaging. This piece is a must-read for those seeking reliable and advanced solutions in liquid packaging.

Happy Holidays From the MD Packaging Team
This season is a perfect time to reflect on the past year, which for us, has been a remarkable journey filled with many firsts and exciting achievements!

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

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.

Visit Us in Booth #2314 at PackEx Montreal
MD Packaging is excited to announce that we are participating in PackEx Montreal November 14-15 at Palais des Congès de Montréal. PackEx is Quebec’s largest,

Winner – Most Innovative Booth!
We are excited to announce that MD Packaging has won MOST INNOVATIVE BOOTH at Ag-Expo in Lethbridge! The show is still on until March

Visit us in Booth # 9
MD Packaging is participating in Ag Expo February 28th-March 2nd at Exhibition Park in Lethbridge, AB. This is Western Canada’s Premiere Ag Show! Click here

Visit us in our booth at MPPD!
MD Packaging is participating in Manitoba Potato Production Days January 23-25 at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, MB. Click here for more info. Click

MD Packaging is Sponsor of Skating Rink
The all-weather skating rink is now open at Fantasy of Lights! MD Packaging is proud to be a sponsor! Click here to learn more about

Uxbridge Optimist Fantasy of Lights
MD Packaging is pleased to support the 10th annual Uxbridge Optimist Fantasy of Lights. The event takes place from December 9th – January 1st in

Member of the CPMA
We are a proud member of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA). We are excited to be participating in the CPMA Trade Show April 24-26, 2018

Going to Pack Expo?
Obtain your free pass to Pack Expo courtesy of Thermo Fisher Scientific! Click here for more info.

Pack Expo – The Premier Packaging Event (Sept. 25th-27th)
Pack Expo is the continent’s premier packaging event. It is taking place September 25th-27th, 2017 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV.

Bobby Javier has joined the MD team
MD Packaging Inc. is proud to announce that Bobby Javier has joined the MD team as a Field Service Engineer. Bobby will be focused on

Product Inspection Emergency Services
Through our emergency product inspection services, MD packaging can thoroughly test every suspected product for contaminants or defects so that you can continue producing products

Member of the CPMA
We are a proud member of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA). We are excited to be participating in the CPMA Trade Show April 24-26, 2018

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

NEW METAL DETECTION PLATFORM IMPROVES FOREIGN OBJECT DETECTION IN FOOD & CONSUMER PRODUCTS
A first-of-its-kind metal detection platform from Thermo Fisher Scientific rapidly scans up to five frequencies to help food and consumer goods manufacturers confidently find

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

Is Your Checkweigher a Millennial or Baby Boomer?
If your facility has had a checkweigher(s) in place for awhile, you might want to do some investigation to see if it has kept up

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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