In a strategic move to fortify its position as a leader in liquid packaging, Peak Packaging is thrilled to announce a substantial investment of over £1 million into its UK factory, marking a step forward in bag-in-box production capabilities.
Peak Packaging has been established for over 30 years providing flexible packaging to the dairy, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries globally from it’s production facilities in Derbyshire-UK and Bartoszyce-Poland.
The centrepiece of this transformative investment is the integration of a cutting-edge, world-class manufacturing line. This state-of-the-art addition propels the UK site's capacity to an impressive 60+ million bags per year. Peak Packaging's commitment to meeting customer demand swiftly and efficiently is underscored by the implementation of this dynamic manufacturing line, ensuring legitimate site contingency, flexibility, and quality.
In addition, the UK facility has received a comprehensive upgrade to its air system. Boasting new energy-efficient compressors and a high-volume cleaning system, the site continues to deliver high-capacity Class 1 food-grade air without compromising machine efficiency. Notably, the introduction of a sophisticated air control system optimizes air generation based on demand profiles, drastically reducing waste generation, and aligning seamlessly with Peak's unwavering commitment to sustainability.
Peak UK General Manager, Pete Kirk emphasised the multifaceted benefits of these investments.
"This substantial investment is not just a huge step forward in production capacity; it's a shield of protection for our brand owners, customers and reputation."
"Customers and prospects alike will benefit from Peak Packaging's resolute dedication to excellence in the liquid packaging market."
Pete envisions this strategic investment as a stepping stone for future growth, asserting, "In the current economic climate, such a robust commitment to UK manufacturing is not only commendable but also reflects Peak's confidence in its trajectory and the industry's potential supplying the UK market and global demands".
Peak Packaging UK latest venture not only sets a new benchmark for bag-in-box production but also underscores its pledge to innovation, sustainability, quality, and customer-centric solutions across the Peak group, reinforcing its standing as a continuing force in the liquid packaging sector.