Coesia, a global manufacturer of advanced industrial and packaging solutions, has acquired a minority stake in PWR (Packaging with Robots), a specialist in automated robotic packaging systems for the food industry. This strategic partnership aims to create new business opportunities by exploiting technological and geographical synergies. With PWR, Coesia will expand its portfolio to offer complete automated packaging solutions based on robotics and vision systems, improving productivity and flexibility in highly complex production environments.
PWR serves segments such as bakery, confectionery, snacks and pet food, partnering with food manufacturers to develop automated packaging solutions, specialising in large multi-robot lines with vision systems and pick & place technology. PWR will join Coesia companies ACMA, Volpak, RA Jones and FlexLink to share knowledge and expertise, with potential for expansion into the personal care and e-commerce sectors. Headquartered in Bellshill, UK, with operations in Ede, the Netherlands, PWR has historically focused on Europe and Australia, but is now looking to grow in North America, using Coesia's experience and infrastructure to facilitate and support this expansion.
During the upcoming Fachpack and PPMA exhibitions in September 2024, PWR will join the Coesia booth to showcase its integrated portfolio and technological advancements. “We are excited to partner with PWR and work alongside its team. PWR's expertise in robotics and Food Industry applications will significantly enhance our portfolio. Together, we aim to provide full line innovative and integrated packaging solutions across various industries”, says Alessandro Parimbelli, CEO of Coesia. “Joining forces with Coesia allows us to expand our market reach and footprint. We look forward to a synergetic collaboration that will benefit our customers, driving innovation and further enhance our technological integration capability”, says Peter Mellon, Managing Director at PWR.
