Small but mighty: MULTIVAC UK demonstrate Compact Processing & Packaging Solutions at the 2026 Farm Shop & Deli Show

05.03.2026

Consumer demand for artisanal and locally sourced foods is continuing to rise, and more producers are investing in compact, scalable technology to keep pace with the market’s appetite. In line with this shift, and to support producers in meeting this demand, MULTIVAC will showcase a comprehensive range of compact, scalable technologies designed specifically for start-up and scale-up processors: The Compact Series.

First launched last year, the Compact Series is MULTIVAC’s range of small-footprint, high-performance systems that deliver exceptional output and reliability while requiring minimal space. These solutions enable producers to expand their capabilities, improve consistency, and adopt advanced processing and packaging technologies without the need for large-scale installations.

Championing the Compact Series: Scalable Technology for Growing Businesses

This year, MULTIVAC will spotlight its Compact Series, developed for smaller producers looking to reduce manual labour, improve consistency and achieve a more resilient production workflow. While MULTIVAC is often associated with large-scale industrial manufacturing, the Compact Series demonstrates how the product portfolio can equally support start-up and scale-up growing producers, offering accessible, future-proof solutions that evolve alongside a business.

Visitors can expect live demonstrations of:

The T 105 Tabletop Traysealing Machine is a trusted choice among small-scale and artisan producers, offering an accessible entry into professional traysealing with MAP capabilities. Its compact footprint makes it ideal for operations with limited space, while its efficient design keeps energy use and operating costs to a minimum. Despite its small size, the T 105 delivers the reliability and seal integrity expected from MULTIVAC, making it perfect for businesses seeking a high-quality, semi-automated solution without the infrastructure demands of larger traysealing systems.

The Risco RS 110 Vacuum Filler is a compact yet highly versatile filler that enables quick product changeovers and day-to-day flexibility. Perfect for small-batch, innovative producers wanting to enhance speed, precision and product quality. MULTIVAC UK’s Processing Manager, Karl Jones, will be on hand throughout the show to host live demonstrations of the RS 110, showcasing efficient sausage production.

Also on display will be the Laska KU-130 Bowl Chopper, a robust solution for efficient meat and deli product processing with fast cycle times and dependable performance.

In addition, MULTIVAC will showcase a small swing-lid chamber machine, which is ideal for businesses looking for compact vacuum packaging solutions that extend shelf life and maintain product quality.

Driving Efficiency, Reliability & Sustainable Solutions

Producers are increasingly seeking equipment that helps offset rising labour costs and responds to consumer expectations for environmentally conscious packaging. In line with these trends, MULTIVAC will present:

• A range of packaging materials showcasing lightweighting options, improved recyclability and modern pack formats
• Examples of how packaging shape, size and film structures can reduce material consumption while maintaining product protection
• Practical guidance from MULTIVAC’s materials specialists on reducing packaging weight, CO₂ impact and overall cost-per-pack

Coffee, Conversation and Innovation

MULTIVAC’s stand will offer a welcoming, product-focused environment featuring a fully hosted barista bar serving fresh coffees and refreshments: the perfect place for visitors to pause, connect, and chat with the team about their business needs.

A supermarket-style refrigerated display will showcase a wide range of sample packs from well known customers, demonstrating the quality, shelf-life performance, and presentation achievable with MULTIVAC equipment. Alongside this, a curated selection of packaging materials commonly used across farm shop and deli sectors will be on display, giving visitors hands-on insight into formats, textures, and sustainable options.

Supporting Local Producers Through Innovation

The MULTIVAC team will also invite visitors to the MULTIVAC UK Innovation Centre following the show, where they can trial their own products on full-scale equipment in a realistic production environment. This hands-on experience allows producers to evaluate performance, refine pack formats, and identify the most suitable technologies for their operation.

“Our Compact Series is designed to make automation more accessible for smaller producers who want to grow without compromising quality or increasing labour demands,” Liam Smith, head of Product Management. “The Farm Shop & Deli Show is the perfect platform to demonstrate how efficiency, consistency and scalability can be achieved, even in the smallest production environments.”