Efficient cardboard outer packaging for muesli, cereals, pasta, rice, spices & more
Dry goods are the backbone of food retail: long shelf life, steady demand and an enormous product variety – from breakfast cereals and pasta and rice to spices and baking mixes. For final packaging this means: high line speeds, frequent format changes and reliable product protection across a wide range of primary packaging.
SOMIC develops modular packaging machines that securely pack your pre-packaged dry goods into attractive shelf-ready cartons. With high product variety and frequent format changes, our solutions ensure you are well positioned.
Machine solutions for dry products
For more than 50 years SOMIC has been developing modular end-of-line packaging machines for the food industry. Our packaging machines for dry products reliably pack prepackaged cereals, pasta, rice, spices, baking mixes and many other products into high-quality carton outer packaging – efficiently, gently and sustainably.
Maximum flexibility in the packaging process
From collecting and grouping to sealing: SOMIC automates all process steps in end-of-line packaging that require high throughput and maximum precision. In addition, various formats can be implemented on a SOMIC packaging machine. Future market-driven changes or adjustments can be accommodated at any time with SOMIC's modular system.
Your benefits:
- Modular system kit: SOMIC packaging machines are individually adaptable to your products and processes.
- Product-friendly: Gentle handling of delicate products such as rice cakes in flowpacks, spice jars and stand-up pouches.
- Fast format change: Up to 70% time savings through automatic format adjustment (with SOMIC 434) and SOMIC QuickChange.
- Compact footprint: Space-saving, compact design - for easy integration even into existing production lines.
- Lifecycle service: Worldwide support with helpdesk, remote maintenance, spare parts service and training programs.
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Dry product packaging: single- or multi-component, as required
The diversity of dry products requires equally diverse packaging solutions. From simple transport packaging to elaborate display cartons – SOMIC offers the right format for every application. Our packaging machines produce shelf-ready cartons in a wide variety of formats – from one-piece trays, wraparound cartons and regular slotted cases (RSC) to multi-part cover/tray solutions. Thanks to customized format parts, you can switch flexibly between pre-defined packaging variants.
Tray carton
Wraparound carton
RSC carton
Safe transport and first-class quality thanks to SOMIC
Trust in our expertise and professional packaging solutions for the optimal end-of-line packaging of your dry products. Our machines process a wide variety of cardboard materials reliably and efficiently – tailored to the specific requirements of the dry food sector.
SOMIC packaging machines process corrugated cardboard cartons in a range of material thicknesses – from compact solid board through E-flute at approx. 1.5 mm and the common B-flute at approx. 3 mm to the robust C-flute at approx. 4 mm. Other board types and material combinations available on request.
Each dry product places its own demands on secondary packaging:
- Product protection: Gentle handling for fragile products such as cornflakes and biscuits.
- Stackability: Precise shaping for secure storage and transport.
- Shelf presentation: Shelf-ready designs for direct use in grocery retail.
- Assortment flexibility: Quick changeover between different products and formats.
- Coding and labeling: Integration of best-before-date printing, batch numbers and labeling.
We analyze your specific product requirements and jointly develop the appropriate packaging solution.
Sustainability is a central factor in modern packaging solutions for dry products. SOMIC supports your sustainability goals:
- Optimized material use: Precise folding processes minimize cardboard consumption.
- Reduction of plastics: Support in converting from shrink-film packaging to cardboard secondary packaging.
- Energy efficiency: Modern drive technology for reduced energy consumption.
- Longevity: Engineered for exceptional durability, delivering a lifespan of 20+ years whilst requiring minimal use of resources.
With SOMIC you invest in packaging solutions that combine environmental and economic benefits.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about our packaging solutions for dry products
SOMIC packaging machines provide packaging solutions for almost all dry products: muesli and cereals in pouches or folding cartons, noodles and pasta, rice and pulses, spices and herbs in cans or jars, baking mixes, instant products, nuts and dried fruit, as well as oat flakes and breakfast products. Thanks to their modular design, different product types and primary packaging can be processed on a single machine.
Yes, our packaging machines are designed for the gentle handling of delicate products. Folding cartons and bags containing cereals, cornflakes or biscuits are gently grouped and transferred into the carton. Precise control of the folding processes prevents compression stress on the primary packaging.
Depending on the machine configuration, open trays, wraparound cartons and RSC cartons (closed), as well as two-piece tray/cover and cover/tray packages can be manufactured.
Fast format changeovers and modular expandability enable you to switch flexibly to promotional packaging, multipacks and special displays. Thanks to format adjustments that are up to 70% faster (with SOMIC 434), you minimize changeover times and respond flexibly to market demands.
SOMIC's packaging solutions offer numerous advantages for the dry products sector: maximum efficiency through full automation during format changeovers, flexibility through a modular design, and durable, sustainable machine concepts. The use of cutting-edge technology ensures consistently high packaging quality even with large batch sizes and frequent assortment changes. The user-friendly operation provides comfortable handling and short training times.
Yes, SOMIC packaging machines are designed for maximum flexibility. Thanks to the modular system kit and rapid format changeovers, a wide range of primary packaging — from small spice tins to large muesli folding cartons — can be processed on a single machine. Changeovers are fast and do not require extensive modifications.
Yes, SOMIC packaging machines are custom-built to your requirements and adapted to the layout of your production facility. Their compact footprint enables space-saving integration. To minimize downtime, the machines are optimally set up in advance – after installation, typically only fine-tuning is required.
SOMIC offers a comprehensive lifecycle service package specifically tailored to the industry's requirements:
- Digital Services: Camera-based fault analysis and automated networking for improved support and better-informed operational decisions.
- Spare Parts: Worldwide delivery with express shipping for production-critical parts.
- Technical Support: Personal support from qualified technicians – by phone and via remote access.
- Training: Practical training programs for operators and technicians – on site or at our facilities.
- Maintenance: Experienced service technicians available worldwide provide maintenance, repairs and help extend machine service life.
- Upgrades and Modifications: Retrofitting for new formats, modernizations and functional changes carried out by our expert team.
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Let us advise you!
Would you like to expand your packaging lines, improve your production processes or automate the packaging process? We have the ideal packaging solution for your packaging task. Contact us:
Phone: +49 8075 916-0
E-mail: info(at)somic(dot)de