Proseal

What Proseal does

Proseal, founded in 1998 in Bollington, Cheshire, designs and manufactures tray sealing and case packing machinery for the food packaging industry, operating today from a 250,000 sq ft headquarters in Adlington, Cheshire with regional manufacturing and sales offices in Richmond, Virginia and Westmeadows, Victoria. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of JBT Marel (formed by the merger of JBT Corporation and Marel), the publicly listed global food technology group.

The product portfolio spans manual (T2, TT-G), semi-automatic (XTRs), and fully automatic (GT, GTs and the new XTP) tray sealing machines with throughputs from 6 to 240 packs per minute, supporting atmospheric seal, gas flush, vacuum/gas, hermetic shrink, skin pack, skin plus and skin deep processes. Complementary case packing machinery (CP3, CP3rs, CP4) uses 2D delta robotics at over 200 packs per minute, with linear sandwich packaging machines (SP45/SP60/SP90 and GTSV) and the GT1-Lid clipping machine rounding out the line. A proprietary innovation stack including the patented ProPosition tray positioning system, Eseal electric sealing (200% seal force uplift with 92% air reduction), ProMotion continuous-motion infeed (30% speed uplift), QR Conveyor quick-release, HeatWave pre-heat, Skin2, IntelliTool RFID and ProTect audit-grade access control differentiates the offering. Three consecutive AgTech Breakthrough Awards (2022-2024) and an installed base of more than 8,000 machines globally — including 100+ inline machines at Bakkavor Group — anchor the brand.

Revenue is generated primarily through industrial capital equipment sales (Sale, Lease Purchase and Rental options) with attached recurring services: 24/7 engineering support, same-day spare parts dispatch (over 200,000 parts produced historically), PRoCARE preventative maintenance, and operator/engineering training. Distribution combines three wholly-owned direct sales offices with twelve authorized distributors across Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Africa and Latin America, targeting food processors in ready meals, red meat, poultry, fish/seafood, sandwiches/snacks, produce, dairy, plant-based protein, desserts, pharma/nutraceuticals and pet food.

Name

Proseal

Legal name

PROSEAL UK LIMITED

Website

https://proseal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Proseal designs and manufactures tray sealing and case packing machinery for the food packaging industry. The UK-based company serves food processors across ready meals, meat, poultry, produce, sandwiches, fish and adjacent verticals globally through direct offices and a distributor network, and operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of JBT Marel.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Packaging Machinery

NAICS

Packaging Machinery Manufacturing (333993)

akta.pro primary industry

Tray Sealing & MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) Equipment (IMAHAOAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cartoning & Case Packing Systems (IMAHAOAB), Capping, Sealing & Closing Machines (IMAHAOAG)

Keywords

• Tray sealing machines
• Case packing machinery
• Food packaging equipment
• Modified atmosphere packaging
• Packaging line integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Cardiff

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tray Sealing Machines: Sale of manual, semi-automatic, and fully-automatic tray sealing machines ranging from 6 to 240 packs per minute throughput. Machines support atmospheric seal, gas flush, vacuum/gas, hermetic shrink, skin pack, skin plus, and skin deep processes.
2. Case Packing Machinery: Case packing machinery range utilizing 2D delta robotic systems capable of over 200 packs per minute. Complementary to tray sealing machinery.
3. Spare Parts: Same-day dispatch service for spare parts with dedicated spares teams at each Proseal location. Parts are compatible across the tray sealing and case packing range.
4. Training Services: Training department providing courses on engineering and operator training across the entire heat sealing machinery range, including basic heat sealing principles for staff and customers.
5. Service and Maintenance: 24/7 service department with 12 months parts and labour warranty on automatic machines. Procare service packages available for ongoing maintenance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Proseal designs, manufactures, and services industrial tray sealing and case packing machinery for the food packaging industry. The portfolio spans manual bench-top units (T2, TT-G), semi-automatic rotary machines (XTRs), and fully automatic in-line systems (GT Series GT0e-GT6e, GTs high-speed range, XTP) with throughputs from 6 to 240 packs per minute, supporting atmospheric seal, gas flush, vacuum/gas, and skin packaging processes. Complementary case packing systems (CP3, CP3rs), sandwich packaging lines (SP45-SP90, GTSV), lid clipping (GT1-Lid), and 24/7 service with same-day spare parts round out the offering.

Product overview

Proseal is a JBT Marel company and global leader in tray sealing technology, offering an extensive portfolio of packaging solutions centered on tray sealing and case packing machinery. The core product line includes manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic tray sealing machines across the GT series (GT0e through GT6e) and GTs high-speed series, with throughputs ranging from 6 to 240 packs per minute. Complementing the tray sealer range are sandwich packaging machines (SP45, SP60, SP90, GTSV), lid clipping machines (GT1-Lid), and the CP3/CP3rs case packing systems featuring 2D delta robotic technology. Key innovations include the Eseal electric seal system (200% increased seal force), ProMotion continuous motion tray spacing, ProPosition automated tool setup, ProTect security/audit system, and QR Conveyor quick-release systems. The company also offers ProTest seal testing equipment, conveyor systems, and comprehensive service programs including PRoCARE preventative maintenance and 24/7 engineering support. All tray sealing machines support Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ProTest: Automated lid-peeling device for measuring and reporting seal peel strength for tray sealing quality control.
• Eseal
• ProMotion
• ProTect
• ProVision
• QRConveyor
• HeatWave
• ProPosition
• Skin2
• IntelliTool

Products and services

• GT Series Tray Sealing Machines (GT0e through GT6e) Flagship range of automatic in-line tray sealing machines with throughputs from 36 to 240 packs per minute. The 'e' series performs atmospheric seal, MAP, vacuum/gas, Skin, Skin Plus, and Skin Deep sealing processes, and serves ready meals, red meat, poultry, fish/seafood, and produce applications.
• GTs High-Speed Tray Sealing Series High-throughput tray sealing machines engineered for ultrafast users in produce and MAP applications, providing atmospheric sealing and gas flushing at optimised cost for high-speed operations.
• XTRs Semi-Automatic Tray Sealer Two-station rotary table tray sealing machine capable of 30 packs per minute with a 2-impression tool. All-electric sealing eliminates the need for compressed air, providing consistent seal force with reduced energy usage.
• XTP Automatic Tray Sealer Latest automatic tray sealing machine using push bar technology for medium-sized production facilities. Handles all seal process types including atmospheric, gas flush, vacuum/gas, and skin pack. Achieves up to 40 packs/minute atmospheric seal and 30 packs/minute MAP.
• CP3 Case Packing Machinery Case packing range utilising a 2D delta robotic system with over 200 packs per minute throughput. Features ProMotion intelligent non-stop tray spacing and quick-release tooling for sub-one-minute product changeovers. Won the 2022 AgTech Breakthrough FoodTech Equipment of the Year award.
• CP3rs Ultra-Compact Case Packing System Ultra-compact fully automatic case packing system with deep reach Active Tool for deep-fill cases. Features reversible tray feed and box feed, product changeovers under one minute, and integration with CP2, CP3, and CP4 case-packing machinery.
• SP Series Sandwich Packaging Machines (SP45, SP60, SP90) Linear conveyor sandwich packing systems capable of 45-90 packs per minute. Modular platten style machines designed to reduce labor costs for sandwich packing into cardboard skillets with 5-minute skillet size changes.
• GTSV Carton Sandwich Wedge Machine World's first MA carton sandwich wedge erecting and sealing machine capable of up to 50 packs per minute in Vacuum/Gas cycle. Features 3-axis carton sandwich wedge transfer system and sub-5 minute size changeover.
• GT1-Lid Lid Clipping Machine Fully automatic in-line lid placing, de-nesting, and tamping system designed to cut labor costs. Features 5-minute tool changeover, servo-driven axes, and Eseal electric seal actuator technology. Supports integration with checkweighers, metal detectors, printers, and labellers.
• TT-G Bench Mounted Tray Sealer Compact bench mounted tray seal machine with Gas Flush MAP functionality. Capable of up to 6 cycles per minute, ideal for low volume production and trials using a wide range of materials and gas mixtures.
• T2 Hand Operated Tray Sealer Fully portable hand operated tray sealing machine with envirocut zero-waste film cutting system. Capable of up to 6 cycles per minute, ideal for trials, development work, or small scale production.
• Case DeStacker (CDS) Fully automated case de-stacking system compatible with CP2, CP3, and CP4 case-packing machinery. Capable of delivering up to 35 cases per minute with muting light curtain safety features. Won the 2024 AgTech Breakthrough FoodTech Equipment of the Year award.
• Conveyor Systems (AP60, OC Conveyor, SC Conveyor, SlipStream) Complete conveyor range including AP60 linear tray sealing conveyors (up to 240 packs/minute), OC Conveyor with intelligent filler control, SC flat belt product transfer conveyors, and SlipStream for twin-lane separation. Custom-engineered to integrate with Proseal tray sealers and complete line equipment.
• PRoCARE Service and Maintenance Program Innovative preventative maintenance program providing comprehensive 24/7 engineering support, same-day spare parts dispatch, and service exchange options for key subassemblies. Includes 12 months parts and labour warranty on automatic machines.
• Training Services Training department providing courses on engineering and operator training across the entire heat sealing machinery range, including basic heat sealing principles for staff and customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 30% increase in production speed with ProMotion technology
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and regional.

• JBT Corporation (Parent Company)coreOthers · 5 February 2025Proseal is a subsidiary of JBT Corporation (NYSE: JBT), a leading global technology solutions provider to the food and beverage industry. JBT employs approximately 5,100 people worldwide with operations in more than 25 countries. Proseal was acquired by JBT and operates as part of JBT's Packaging Group.
• FlexopackminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolish packaging company. At IFFA 2025, Flexopack displayed the XTR Tray Sealer on their stand (Hall 12.1, B30).
• JBT MarelcoreOthersJBT Marel Corporation (NYSE and Nasdaq Iceland: JBTM) is a leading global technology solutions provider combining JBT and Marel organizations. Proseal operates under JBT Marel following the merger. Provides holistic solutions for food and beverage end markets.
• Automates (Romania)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Romania located at Innovation Park, Cluj Napoca.
• Belca (Spain)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Spain located in Aduna, Gipuzkoa.
• Compass (Turkey)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Turkey located in Istanbul.
• Integrated Packaging System Pte Ltd (Malaysia & Singapore)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Malaysia and Singapore.
• JMC Packaging (Ireland)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Northern Ireland located in Craigavon.
• PackIL 2018 Ltd (Israel)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Israel located in Caesarea.
• Prepac S.A. (Greece)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Greece located in Magoula Attika, Athens.
• Sismatec Process & Packaging Solutions (Holland)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Holland. At IFFA 2025, Sismatec displayed the CP3rs, GT1, and OC Conveyor (Hall 12.1, B69).
• Trempak (South Africa)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in South Africa located in Johannesburg.
• Smartpack (Chile)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Chile located in Santiago.
• Weber Group Latina S.A. de C.V. (Mexico)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Mexico located in Huixquilucan, Estado de Mexico.
• Zultec International Company Limited (Saudi Arabia & UAE)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Proseal products in Saudi Arabia and UAE located in Jeddah Industrial City.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ProMach: ProMach is a US-based packaging machinery conglomerate offering tray sealing, case packing, and integrated line solutions to food and consumer goods manufacturers. It competes with Proseal especially in North America through brands like Packaging Specialists and Texwrap.
• GEA Group: GEA is a large industrial food machinery conglomerate with packaging equipment offerings alongside its core processing and separation equipment. It competes with Proseal indirectly through full-line food plant solutions.
• MULTIVAC: MULTIVAC is one of the largest global packaging machinery manufacturers, offering tray sealing, thermoforming, and full line integration. It directly overlaps with Proseal's tray sealing and case packing offerings but operates across a much broader product portfolio including vacuum packaging and labeling.
• Ishida: Ishida is a major Japanese packaging machinery manufacturer with strong presence in weighing, bagging, and tray sealing for fresh foods. It competes with Proseal in fresh produce and protein packaging markets across Europe and Asia Pacific.
• Heat and Control: Heat and Control manufactures food processing and packaging equipment including tray sealing systems for snack foods, prepared foods, and protein processors. It overlaps with Proseal in food packaging integration projects, particularly in North America and Asia Pacific.

Direct peers

• ULMA Packaging: ULMA Packaging is a Spanish manufacturer of tray sealing, flow pack, and stretch film packaging equipment with a similar customer base to Proseal in fresh food, meat, and ready meals across Europe and Latin America.
• G. Mondini: G. Mondini specializes in case-ready packaging and tray sealing equipment, particularly for protein and ready meal applications. It competes directly with Proseal in case packing and MAP tray sealing solutions for food processors.
• SEALPAC: SEALPAC is a direct competitor to Proseal, specializing in tray sealing and Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) equipment for meat, ready meals, and convenience food producers. Both companies compete head-to-head on similar throughput ranges and seal process types.

Emerging players

• Webomatic: Webomatic is a smaller German manufacturer of tray sealing and vacuum packaging machines focused on butcher shops, small to mid-size food producers, and niche applications. It competes with Proseal in the entry-level and mid-throughput tray sealing segments.

Others

• Marel: Marel, now merged with JBT to form JBT Marel, is Proseal's parent company's other half. Marel provides food processing equipment to the same protein and seafood customers Proseal serves, making it both a corporate parent and a complementary equipment peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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