The Propak Cape 2026 exhibition, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from October 27 to 29, will showcase technologies aimed at improving business efficiency, product quality, and operational performance, covering the fields of packaging, plastics, printing, labeling, food processing, and related industries.
The event will bring together over 200 local and international exhibitors, allowing visitors to compare equipment, study new materials, and observe machinery in action.
New Launches and Live Demonstrations
Busch Vacuum Solutions will demonstrate new vacuum pumps for packaging needs, as well as software that simplifies the monitoring and optimization of vacuum systems. Qualipak will present a conveyor designed for easier maintenance, while Filmatic Packaging Systems will show off a new labeling machine.
Molenaar will present a tunnel pasteurization technology with Dynamic PU Control, aimed at the cider and beer industries. Visitors will be able to see how Monitor Engineering demonstrates Spraying Systems tank cleaning technology, designed to ensure hygienic and resource-efficient processes.
Additionally, Advanced Packaging Technology will demonstrate LMC horizontal packaging machines, as well as equipment for making bags and sacks, perforation systems, and laser and mechanical systems from other leading brands.
Solutions for Packaging, Recycling, and Automation
Resilux will present PET beverage bottles with barrier technologies that protect product quality, along with hot filling and dosing options. Bizerba Southern Africa and Avocet Scales & Labels will present weighing, labeling, and software solutions that combine connected technologies with local service and support.
Starrate Healthcare will demonstrate spraying systems for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications, while also highlighting the availability of specialized chemicals and laboratory products from Advent Chembio. Adroit Technologies will introduce Mitsubishi Electric industrial automation systems designed to support precise machine control, improve energy efficiency, and enhance production metrics in industries such as food, beverages, plastics, and printing.
Thematic days dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and automation, along with free IPSA seminars, will provide further insight into the trends shaping this industry. Mark Anderson, Portfolio Director at Montgomery Group Africa, the exhibition organizer, noted that 'Propak Cape gives visitors the opportunity to explore new technologies, compare solutions, and speak directly with suppliers about practical ways to meet their business needs.'