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Established in 1987, PPMA (the Processing and Packaging Machinery Association) is the UK’s trusted trade association for processing and packaging machinery suppliers to both the domestic and overseas markets.

With 550+ member companies, our principal objective is to help members sell more products and services through various exhibitions, publications and training.

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PPMA Show 2024

Book today to exhibit at the UK’s largest processing & packaging machinery event at the NEC in September 2024.

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Machine Vision Conference 2024

A comprehensive programme of technical seminars and innovations from world-leading industrial vision companies.

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Automation UK 2024

See working demonstrations of the latest automation and robotics technology, and improve your investment decisions before you buy.

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Access a wide range of technical & practical engineering training courses, as well as personal development, leadership, sales and marketing courses. All are available at subsidised prices.

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95th Birthday of Company Founder Dr Karl Busch

Dr Karl Busch travelled to the Netherlands with his wife Ayhan to attend this year’s international Busch Group Manager Meeting. The co-founder and co-owner of the world market leader, who celebrated his 95th birthday on April 20, 2024

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Thatcher’s: A tour in Cider

At Automate UK we deliver events that aim to inspire and educate our members, not to mention provide a fun networking opportunity for those attending. The latest tour around Thatcher’s Cider factory did not disappoint.

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22/04/2024

Busch Vacuum Solutions to Host Central Vacuum Systems Webinar

Busch Vacuum Solutions announces a complimentary educational webinar on Central Vacuum Systems.

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Key Industry Insights Shared In The New Automate UK Report

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Automate UK's 2024 Industry Report Highlights Challenges and Growth Prospects

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Unveiling the Future: Applied Integration’s Digital Smart Factory Open Day 2024

As we step into an era of technological innovation, Applied Integration proudly announces its upcoming Digital Smart Factory Open Day on the 17th and 18th April 2024.

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Elevating Productivity through Automation in Food Processing & Packaging

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