We’ve upgraded our paper sack manufacturing to deliver faster, cleaner, and more sustainable packaging: proudly made in Australia for agriculture, food, and industrial customers right across New Zealand and Australia.
Backed by 70+ years of local expertise and a commitment to sustainability, this investment keeps us ready for the future.
We’ve taken our paper sacks production to the next level with a multimillion-dollar investment in state-of-the-art W&H machinery. This upgrade pushes output to 400 bags per minute, while also improving product strength and consistency.
As a result, we’re delivering better quality, generating less waste, and building stronger supply chains for our customers.
The new production line runs on automation, digital pasting, and high-speed performance. These technologies help reduce environmental impact and improve efficiency. Learn more about how we’re reducing waste and emissions on our sustainability page.
The benefits go even further. We’ve created 20 new local jobs, expanded regional operations, and reaffirmed our commitment to Australian manufacturing and innovation, and our Kiwi customers get the full benefit of it, sack for sack.
Who Benefits from the Paper Sacks Upgrade?
This upgrade improves how we support high-volume sectors with greater speed, durability, and consistency:
- Agriculture – Grain, feed, seed, and bulk handling sacks that withstand tough handling and transit
- Food & Industrial – High-strength valve sacks for automated filling lines, powders, and dense products
- Exporters – Clean, compliant packaging that meets global logistics and sustainability requirements
Whether you’re packing animal feed for a New Zealand farm or food-grade ingredients for export, our upgraded sacks keep contents protected and your production lines moving.
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From Melbourne to Auckland, we deliver cleaner, faster, and smarter packaging, powered by decades of experience, strong partnerships, and a drive for continuous improvement.
We’re proud to continue investing in advanced packaging technology to help our customers overcome complex challenges and stay ahead in a fast-changing world.
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