https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-introduction-turnkey-packaging-systems/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-introduction-turnkey-packaging-systems.jpg Hastamat Introduction: Turnkey Packaging Since 1953 Thomas Bornemann and Dennis Feldbusch introduce Hastamat, a turnkey packaging provider since 1953 serving the snack industry and stick product packaging. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/3_xW-CUZStc 141 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-planning-packaging-automation/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-planning-packaging-automation.jpg Planning Packaging Automation: Where to Start Hastamat's Thomas Bornemann and Dennis Feldbusch explain how food manufacturers can move from manual to automatic packaging, and why they favor turnkey lines. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/tbepw9UnAjI 225 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-in-house-packaging-or-co-packer/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-in-house-packaging-or-co-packer.jpg In-House Packaging vs. Co-Packer: How to Decide When should you pack in-house instead of using a co-packer? Hastamat's Dennis Feldbusch and Thomas Bornemann explain how volume and quality drive the decision. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/o3TZmlfmEEw 125 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-packaging-line-capacity-buffer-systems/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-packaging-line-capacity-buffer-systems.jpg Packaging Line Capacity and Buffer Systems How much extra capacity should a packaging line have? Hastamat recommends at least 10 to 15% and explains how buffer systems bridge stops on snack lines. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/rNIuAzYXb2Y 157 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-product-shape-orientation-machine-design/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-product-shape-orientation-machine-design.jpg How Product Shape Affects Packaging Machine Design Hastamat explains how product shape and orientation change machine design, why stick weighers can also run bulk products, and why they test with real product. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/7Fp3omXyJIQ 189 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-multi-ingredient-weighing/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-multi-ingredient-weighing.jpg Multi-Ingredient Weighing with a Multihead Weigher Hastamat explains how a 24-head multihead weigher can be split into four sections to weigh several ingredients into one bag, each at its own target weight. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/DcH24PFXqJk 175 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-bag-formats-changeovers-vffs/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-bag-formats-changeovers-vffs.jpg Bag Formats and Changeovers on a VFFS Line Hastamat explains how a multihead weigher, transfer system and VFFS bagger handle multiple SKUs, with bag-size changeovers taking no more than 20 minutes. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/5csC94CYvho 168 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-multihead-weigher-transfer-systems/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-multihead-weigher-transfer-systems.jpg How Multihead Weighers and Transfer Systems Work Hastamat explains how a multihead weigher combines load-cell bins to hit target weight, and why the transfer system is customized for stick products. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ylFrhPSWvck 205 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-buying-used-packaging-equipment/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-buying-used-packaging-equipment.jpg Risks of Buying Used Packaging Equipment Thinking about used packaging machinery? Hastamat explains the risks, from unavailable spare parts to missing functions and support, and what to check first. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/L98ghOvWkDc 175 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-packaging-machine-service-documentation/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-packaging-machine-service-documentation.jpg Packaging Machine Service and Documentation Hastamat's Thomas Bornemann explains why local support and manuals matter when buying packaging machinery, and how remote service and US support help. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/mojaX4pMYss 156 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-reducing-giveaway-food-packaging/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-reducing-giveaway-food-packaging.jpg How to Reduce Giveaway in Food Packaging Giveaway can cost more than a new machine. Hastamat's Thomas Bornemann explains how weighing systems and feedback control reduce overfill in food packaging. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/CM7fjrBamIc 202 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-weighing-accuracy-controls/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-weighing-accuracy-controls.jpg Multihead Weigher Accuracy and Controls How accurate is a multihead weigher? Hastamat's Thomas Bornemann covers typical accuracy above nominal weight, speed vs. accuracy, and weighing control design. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/8fObfYM171s 163 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-weighing-sticky-fragile-dusty-products/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-weighing-sticky-fragile-dusty-products.jpg Weighing Sticky, Fragile and Dusty Products Hastamat explains how coatings, dimple plates, lower drop heights, inclined baggers and dust extraction help weigh and pack sticky, fragile and dusty products. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/_v6WpCMwWuM 116 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-vffs-bag-sealing-cross-jaws/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-vffs-bag-sealing-cross-jaws.jpg How a VFFS Machine Seals a Bag: Jaws and Film How does a vertical form-fill-seal machine seal a bag? Hastamat explains heat and pressure, cross jaw design, film types and why they test the customer's film. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Jl1AZJ5FsP0 210 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-recyclable-films-packaging-machines/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-recyclable-films-packaging-machines.jpg Running Recyclable Films on Packaging Machines Hastamat discusses running recyclable films such as paper-based film and PE mono material, the challenges they bring, and retrofitting existing machines. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ZmhpWLYQNvo 161 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-roll-film-vs-pre-made-bags/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-roll-film-vs-pre-made-bags.jpg Roll Film vs. Pre-Made Bags: Specs to Know Roll film or pre-made bags? Hastamat explains when each makes sense, which bag specs define the machine, and how registration controls keep film aligned. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/LOEqdc0MMvI 168 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-hygienic-design-installation-training/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-hygienic-design-installation-training.jpg Hygienic Design, Installation and Training Hastamat explains how hygienic design cuts cleaning time and downtime, how installation and operator training work, and why its machines last for decades. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/m1dZz_bZ5pI 165 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-planning-packaging-automation/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-planning-packaging-automation.jpg Where to Start with Packaging Automation LoeschPack's Thomas Czioska and Christoph Recher explain how to plan packaging automation: view the whole line, find bottlenecks and start at the front. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/YBtGqvkzRNY 174 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-in-house-packaging-vs-co-packer/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-in-house-packaging-vs-co-packer.jpg In-House Packaging vs. Co-Packer Should you package in-house or use a co-packer? LoeschPack's Christoph Recher and Thomas Czioska explain how volume and shelf presentation guide the choice. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/24TrnshqF54 213 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-packaging-line-capacity-buffers/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-packaging-line-capacity-buffers.jpg Packaging Line Capacity and Buffers How much extra capacity should a packaging line have? LoeschPack's Christoph Recher suggests starting at 20%, and Thomas Czioska explains buffer sizing. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/4Z2N0T7KDnc 196 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-flow-wrapping-line-walkthrough/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-flow-wrapping-line-walkthrough.jpg How a Flow Wrapping Line Works Christoph Recher of LoeschPack walks through a flow wrapping line, from feeding and buffering to sealing and cartoning, as Thomas Czioska defines each level. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/dlpijcQZQJA 169 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-flow-wrapping-sticky-fragile-products/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-flow-wrapping-sticky-fragile-products.jpg Flow Wrapping Sticky and Fragile Products How do you flow wrap sticky gummies and fragile chocolate? LoeschPack's Thomas Czioska and Christoph Recher explain handling, cleaning and realistic speeds. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/nadpbUYCyiw 162 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-packaging-materials-recyclable-film/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-packaging-materials-recyclable-film.jpg Flow Wrap Film and Recyclable Materials LoeschPack's Christoph Recher and Thomas Czioska explain film design, stainless steel contact parts and why recyclable, paper-based materials need testing. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/mH6QueGWeFs 213 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-product-testing-before-machine-design/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-product-testing-before-machine-design.jpg Product Testing Before Machine Design What does LoeschPack test before building a packaging machine? Thomas Czioska and Christoph Recher explain product checks, tolerances and size variation. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Proj5XUeOJY 142 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-used-packaging-equipment-support/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-used-packaging-equipment-support.jpg Used Packaging Equipment Risks Thinking about a used packaging machine? LoeschPack's Thomas Czioska and Christoph Recher explain the risks, run-up support and digital machine documentation. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/yWkN5Xke--4 211 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-total-cost-of-ownership-oee/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-total-cost-of-ownership-oee.jpg Total Cost of Ownership and OEE Thomas Czioska and Christoph Recher of LoeschPack explain total cost of ownership, the real cost of downtime and why OEE is written into the contract. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/u3K4a5m7TZ4 263 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-packaging-machine-longevity/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-packaging-machine-longevity.jpg How Long Should a Packaging Machine Last? LoeschPack, founded in 1919, has machines still running after 40 or even 50 years. Thomas Czioska and Christoph Recher explain upgrades and size parts. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/2Vq57e5yCGg 136 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-cold-seal-vs-hot-seal-flow-wrapping/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-cold-seal-vs-hot-seal-flow-wrapping.jpg Cold Seal vs. Hot Seal Flow Wrapping Cold seal or hot seal? LoeschPack explains flow wrapper sealing problems, hermetic sealing and speeds of 40 to 50 vs. up to 205 film meters per minute. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/_M2BUzEmnmw 226 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-flow-wrapper-speed-real-throughput/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-flow-wrapper-speed-real-throughput.jpg Flow Wrapper Speed and Real Throughput How fast can a flow wrapper run? LoeschPack cites 800 to 1,000 cereal bars a minute on cold seal film and explains feeding, reliability and film speed. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/cTuRfN0--X0 193 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-maintenance-spare-parts-remote-support/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-maintenance-spare-parts-remote-support.jpg Maintenance and Remote Support LoeschPack's Christoph Recher and Thomas Czioska explain spare and wear parts, maintenance training, HMI safeguards and remote support for packaging lines. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/DYqzIOgEvAE 231 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-buffer-systems-line-stoppages/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-buffer-systems-line-stoppages.jpg Buffer Systems and Line Stoppages How do buffers handle packaging line stoppages? LoeschPack explains controlled stops, gondola and belt buffers, first-in-first-out and typical buffer sizing. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/-m7BadyBGt8 167 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-hygienic-design-vr-training/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-hygienic-design-vr-training.jpg Hygienic Design and VR Training LoeschPack's Thomas Czioska and Christoph Recher discuss wash-down design, allergen cleaning, stainless steel and VR operator training on a digital twin. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/b8b3409bjNU 205 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-tailor-made-packaging-machines/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-tailor-made-packaging-machines.jpg Tailor-Made Packaging Machines LoeschPack builds tailor-made flow wrapping, distribution and cartoning equipment and is especially strong in chocolate and chewing gum. Meet the company. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/vOOojJG2gkg 160 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/hastamat-episode-1/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/hastamat-episode-1.jpg Hastamat Interview: Weighing and Packaging Automation Full interview with Hastamat's Thomas Bornemann and Dennis Feldbusch on multihead weighers, VFFS bagging, giveaway, film sealing, service and hygienic design. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/osrXi8T4Vwk 2962 2026-10-14 https://ppt-us.com/podcast/loeschpack-episode-1/ https://ppt-us.com/images/podcast/ep1/loeschpack-episode-1.jpg LoeschPack Interview: Flow Wrapping and Automation Full LoeschPack interview from Piepenbrock Packaging Presents: Thomas Czioska and Christoph Recher on flow wrapping, buffers, sealing, OEE and support. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/mfwo3FKnXWM 3117 2026-10-14