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In the global marketplace, packaging is more than just a wrapper-it is protection, communication and assurance of integrity. To meet an increasingly demanding and fast-paced demand, the packaging machines must operate at a dizzying pace without ever failing a shot. Behind the speed and precision of these plants is a complex manufacturing challenge: building structures and subsystems capable of withstanding intensive work cycles while ensuring hygiene and robustness. MIBA stands alongside the manufacturers of these plants as an industrial partner, transforming mechanical complexity into high-precision manufacturing solutions. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The pace of consumption and the challenge of hardware

We are used to seeing perfectly packaged products on the shelves, from pharmaceutical blister packs to food trays to e-commerce packages.

We rarely pause to reflect on the technology that makes this possible. The packaging machines are the silent workhorses of the manufacturing industry. They must fold, fill, seal and label thousands of parts per hour, often 24/7.

In this scenario, reliability is not an optional extra; it is the only parameter that matters. Downtime means not only a delay, but also tons of wasted product and missed deliveries.

For manufacturers of these plants, the priority is process innovation: new dosing systems, vision robotics and environmentally sustainable materials. But innovation needs solid legs to run on. It needs partners capable of building the "physical structure" of the machine with the same technological excellence as its software.

MIBA's construction ecosystem

MIBA comes into play at exactly this junction between engineering and manufacturing. We do not build the finished plant, but we are the manufacturing engine that makes the vital parts of the packaging machines.

Our approach is not that of a simple carpentry supplier, but of an integrated partner who manages the complexity of construction in 360 degrees.

1. Structural accuracy as a pre-requisite

A machine operating at high speed generates vibrations. If the frame is not perfectly aligned, stable, and sturdy, these vibrations result in premature wear and inaccuracies in packaging.

In our Carpentry Division, we manufacture bases, frames and supporting structures with state-of-the-art laser cutting and CNC bending technologies. Whether painted steel for the end of the line or stainless steel for the product contact areas, we guarantee strict geometric tolerances that ensure the stability of the packaging machines over time.

2. Hygiene and health care design: a specific expertise

Many packaging machines operate in the Food & Beverage and Pharma sectors, where cleanliness is a categorical imperative. Here, MIBA's expertise in stainless steel processing makes all the difference.

It is not enough to use the right material; it must be processed according to the principles of Hygienic Design. Polished TIG welds and porosity-free, surfaces with controlled roughness, elimination of stagnation areas and sharp edges-every detail is taken care of to facilitate washing and sanitizing operations, protecting the final product from contamination.

From carpentry to mechatronic integration

The real evolution of MIBA's role lies in its ability to go beyond metal. The builders of packaging machines increasingly seek to outsource not only individual components but also entire functional groups to streamline their assembly lines.

Through our Equipment Division, we meet this need by assembling complete subsystems:

• Handling groups: Integration of linear guides, carriages and mechanical transmissions.
• Protection modules: Complete casings for safety glass, opening sensors and interlocking systems.
• Command panels and pulpits: wired and tested, ready for connection to central electronics.

This approach allows the customer to receive a "plug-and-play" module, dramatically reducing the time required for assembly and final testing of their system.

Accompaniment in industrialization (DFX)

The packaging market is dynamic and often requires customized solutions. A manufacturer may have to adapt a standard machine for a new package format in record time.

MIBA supports this flexibility through co-engineering. We analyze the designs of the new packaging machines and we propose optimizations to make their productions faster and cheaper, without compromising quality.

Whether simplifying a complex crankcase or standardizing a frame for different configurations, our goal is to make industrialization a smooth and efficient process.

Certified quality for global markets

Le packaging machines produced by our customers are exported all over the world. They must meet strict regulations and impeccable quality standards.

MIBA supports this excellence with a quality system ISO 9001 certified and a "Free Pass" philosophy. Every component, from the smallest bracket to the most complex frame, is checked dimensionally and functionally before shipment.

We provide confidence that every part will fit perfectly and function as intended, wherever in the world that machine is installed.

Building efficiency together

Packaging is the last mile of industrial production, and it does not allow for mistakes.

Choosing MIBA means choosing a partner who understands the criticality of this industry. We don't just process metal; we build the trust that enables the packaging machines to operate tirelessly, ensuring that products arrive in consumers' homes in perfect condition.

From the most hygienic stainless steel structure to the subsystem more complex electromechanical, MIBA is the solid foundation on which packaging innovation rests.