Industrial packaging company Coesia has acquired a share in food industry automated robotic packaging technology provider PWR (Packaging with Robots).

With PWR, Bologna-based Coesia will expand its portfolio to provide full line 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 industry producers 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, R.A Jones and FlexLink, sharing knowledge and expertise, with potential for expansion into personal care and e-commerce sectors.

PWR, with headquarters in Bellshill, UK and operations in Ede, Netherlands, has focused on Europe and Australia. With Coesia, the company now aims to grow in North America, building on Coesia’s experience and infrastructure to support this expansion.  

“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,” said 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,” said Peter Mellon, managing director at PWR.