UK-based Middleton Paper and its paper merchanting division, Vision Paper and Board, has announced a multi-million pound investment in new equipment.
The main acquisition will be a brand new state-of-the-art Pasaban 1850 sheeter due to be installed in March 2015. Pasaban are one of the leading paper converting machinery manufacturers in the world and this new sheeter boasts a host of features designed to handle the diverse range of products required by customers.
This new installation will be the third brand new sheeter purchased by the company over the last ten years.
The company has also announced that the existing Pasaban 1650 sheeter will be upgraded to the latest specifications in conjunction with the arrival of the new equipment.
As a result of this initiative the packaging board and large format sector will become the main focus point for Middleton Paper’s ambitious plans for growth. The sheeting capability will be greatly enhanced and sizes from 300 x 310mm up to 1850 x 2200mm will be readily available in a substance range from 40 – 600gsm.
Middleton Paper including its merchanting division, Vision Paper and Board, has a £40M turnover, supplying the UK market with around 80,000 tonnes of paper per year. The company has 120 employees, based at three UK sites.
