The PPMA Show is one of the UK’s leading exhibitions for processing and packaging machinery, robotics and automation. With thousands of visitors and hundreds of exhibitors, it remains a key date in the diary for machine builders, OEMs, and packaging industry specialists looking to stay ahead of the curve.
For Marcote, the show is more than just a chance to exhibit, it’s an opportunity to connect with OEMs, demonstrate the technical value of our coatings, and showcase how we help manufacturers achieve greater performance and reliability in their equipment.
“The PPMA Show is always a highlight for us because it puts us in front of the people designing and building the next generation of machinery,” said Sam Woodcock, Managing Director at Marcote. “These conversations are vital, they give us insight into the challenges OEMs are facing, and allow us to demonstrate how our coating solutions can help solve those problems.”
Why PPMA Matters for Marcote
Unlike many trade shows that focus on finished products, the PPMA Show is all about the machinery and automation that drive modern factories. For Marcote, whose coatings are designed to improve the durability, efficiency, and performance of industrial components, this is the perfect audience.
Machine builders attending the show are often seeking ways to reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and deliver more reliable performance to their customers. Marcote’s range of non-stick, abrasion-resistant and plasma coatings fit directly into that conversation.
With strong footfall across the three days and interest from both exhibitors and visitors, PPMA Show 2025 has already translated into new opportunities for Marcote, with enquiries, quotations and site visits lined up in the weeks following the show.
Spotlight on Multi-Head Weighing Machine Coatings at PPMA Show 2025
One of Marcote’s feature demonstrations at this year’s show was its non-stick abrasion coatings for multi-head weighing machines, a staple piece of equipment in food packaging lines.
Multi-head weighers are essential for weighing and dispensing products quickly and accurately. However, they present several ongoing challenges for manufacturers:
Sticking issues: Food residues and sticky products can adhere to the weighing buckets, causing downtime and inconsistent performance.
Noise reduction: The repetitive movement of the weighing process creates significant operational noise, which can be reduced with specialist coatings.
Durability: Constant loading and abrasion can wear down unprotected surfaces, shortening component life and driving up maintenance costs.
Marcote’s non-stick abrasion coating addresses all three of these pain points, providing smoother product flow, quieter operation, and extended durability. For machine builders, this not only enhances performance but also makes their equipment more attractive to end-users who demand efficiency and reliability from their packaging lines.
Who Should Attend PPMA Show 2026?
If you’re an OEM, a machine builder, or a business in the packaging, converting or factory automation sector, PPMA is an unmissable event. It’s the ideal environment to discover the latest in robotics, automation and processing technology, and to meet specialists like Marcote who can provide the coatings that keep these machines running at their best.
With another successful show behind us, Marcote is already looking forward to next year.
“Events like PPMA are where innovation and application meet,” added Sam Woodcock. “The conversations we had this year prove just how important coatings are in helping machine builders deliver the performance their customers expect. We’re excited to build on that momentum in 2026.”
At Marcote, we provide specialist coating solutions for packaging machinery and beyond, from non-stick abrasion protection to advanced plasma spray coatings. If you’re looking to improve durability, reduce downtime, and enhance performance, our team can help.