Major Paper Sacks Upgrade Completed

Pope Packaging is proud to announce the completion of a multimillion-dollar upgrade to our paper sacks manufacturing plant, marking a new era in delivering high-quality, sustainable packaging solutions across Australia and beyond. This investment enhances efficiency, production capacity, and sustainability, reinforcing our position as a leader in the paper sacks industry.

Key Highlights of the Upgrade

  • High-Speed Production – The W&H AM8725 Tuber produces 500 bags per minute, setting a new industry standard.
  • Sustainable Innovation – Advanced digital pasting technology ensures stronger, consistent paper sacks while reducing waste.
  • 20 new Jobs Created – Supporting local communities and driving operational growth.
  • State-of-the-Art Equipment – Designed for seamless integration with automated packing lines.
  • Advanced Equipment for Maximum Efficiency

The upgraded plant features cutting-edge machinery, including:

  • W&H Miraflex II Printer – Prints at 500 metres per minute with exceptional precision and quality.
  • W&H AM8725 Tuber – Produces 500 paper sacks per minute to meet increasing industry demands.
  • W&H AD8930 Bottomer with Digital Pasting – Creates 400 durable bags per minute, suitable for various applications.

This upgrade enables Pope Packaging to manufacture a comprehensive range of paper sacks, including:

  • Open-mouth block bottom sacks
  • Single- or multi-ply paper and/or film layer sacks
  • Valve options tailored for specific applications
  • High-performance sonic seal valve bags for advanced sealing and reliability
  • Sustainability at the Core

As a leader in sustainable packaging, Pope Packaging integrates innovative processes that reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and meet eco-conscious customer demands. Our new plant ensures packaging solutions align with the highest environmental and industry standards.

With this upgrade, Pope Packaging is equipped to support industries across Australia and internationally, including:

  • Agriculture – Durable, high-performance sacks for bulk handling.
  • Food & Industrial Sectors – High-quality paper sacks tailored for automated packing lines.

Our products are distributed across Melbourne, Adelaide, New Zealand, and beyond, ensuring global accessibility to innovative packaging solutions.

See our journey firsthand with a time-lapse video showcasing the transformation of our facility.