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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.

ADM | Pack Ex Montreal
Gear Up For A Great Show! Join us at ADM Montreal where we’ll be showcasing some of our best-in-class packaging solutions! From product inspection units

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

Free Pass for Pack Expo Chicago!
Are you planning to attend Pack Expo Chicago Oct 23rd – 26th? You can attend for FREE using our comp code from Thermo Fisher Scientific.

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

Join us for a Webinar – June 24th
Meat processors face unique challenges when inspecting products for foreign objects. Join us for a webinar on June 24th at 11am and discover how Thermo

Join us for a Webinar – May 28th
Keys to packaging medical and legalized recreational cannabis include

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

Product Inspection Lunch & Learn – Nov 12th
For those that are unable to attend PackEx Las Vegas in September, we thought we would host a Lunch & Learn dedicated to Product Inspection.

Meat Industry Expo – Booth #109
We are excited to be participating in the Meat Industry Expo October 25-26, 2019 in Niagara Falls. This event takes place at the Scotiabank

Induction Cap Sealing Best Practices
Packagers rely on hermetic induction seals to prevent containers from leaking, preserve freshness and to provide tamper evidence. Packagers who achieve a perfect seal understand

Product Inspection Lunch & Learn – Nov 12th
For those that are unable to attend PackEx Las Vegas in September, we thought we would host a Lunch & Learn dedicated to Product Inspection.

Composite Can Integrated Robotic Packaging Line for Trays/HSC/RSC Containers
A food company with multi North American locations contacted us regarding providing an integrated robotic packaging solution to accumulate composite cans and load them into

Checkweighers: Using Data to Minimize Expensive Product Giveaways
Making sure the final product weight is within acceptable min/max ranges is one of the critical manufacturing objectives for food, beverage, pharmaceutical and related companies.

Cannabis Pre-Roll Automated Filling Line
One of the highest costs in the industry is the manual process of filling, tampering and twisting joints. After being approached by several cannabis companies,

Vote for MD Cannabis Automation!
MD Cannabis Automation has been nominated for a Grow Up Award!! Thanks to all that have voted for us! We appreciate your support! It is

The Next Generation in High Speed Flat Bag Case Packing
Learn how Emerald Automation helped a food processor of specialty meats with a case packer. The customer had an existing space to work with and

Brian Duffy has Joined the MD Team
MD Packaging Inc. is proud to announce that Brian Duffy has joined the MD team as a Territory Sales Rep, SW Ontario. Brian is a

Paul Swietlinski has Joined the MD Team
MD Packaging Inc. is proud to announce that Paul Swietlinski has joined the MD team as a Territory Sales Rep, GTA. Paul is a seasoned

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

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

Leasing with MD Packaging
MD Packaging, in association with Equilease, is pleased to offer our customers the option of leasing their purchase. Leasing is a perfect option for anyone
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