Strive for Gold in Sustainability


WNA CEO Julian Stauffer explores the challenges and opportunities in the food packaging industry as companies seek sustainability while balancing consumer demands and environmental impacts.

WNA showcases premium packaging solutions at Pack Expo Chicago


A team of experts from the U.S. and Germany will be at booths #N-6318 and #S-2908, offering personalized consultations to help manufacturers explore innovative solutions for the next step of their businesses.

5 benefits of aluminum vs. plastic you need to know


Selecting the right packaging material for your food product is a crucial first step in a successful food manufacturing business strategy. The choice of packaging material will influence various aspects of the business, including product safety, shelf-life duration, environmental impact, consumer perception and cost effectiveness.

Join WNA for our upcoming webinar: "The Next Step"


On October 10 at 1 p.m. EST, WNA experts will discuss strategies to advance your business and explore tailored solutions to elevate your packaging operations.

Why has baby food in pouches become so popular?


FDA-approved flexible packaging has experienced significant growth in the baby food market for various reasons, including safety and ease of use. Read more to see what our WNA experts identified as four primary benefits of using pouches.

Global juice manufacturer reaches 99% packaging efficiency with Waldner


The company recently utilized Waldner’s advanced filling and sealing machines to produce varied juice products in pouches, yielding impressive results.

Five ways to mitigate common sealing issues


One of WNA’s customer success managers, Brian Jones, explains the importance of seal integrity for food and beverage products and highlights key areas manufacturers should focus on to ensure high-quality sealing.

What is Waldner Care?


Discover the benefits of WNA’s complimentary maintenance service program and learn about eligibility in our video.

Waldner machinery streamlines instant noodle cup production


Learn how Waldner’s highly efficient and customizable machines facilitated the complex instant noodle cup packaging process for an international food manufacturer.

The Next Steps for Growing Your Business


WNA CEO Julian Stauffer gives his insights on how to remain competitive in the market that increasingly values convenient, healthy and sustainably packaged food.

WNA presents its world-class packaging solutions at Pack Expo East 2024


A team of WNA experts will showcase Waldner’s technologies at the show in Philadelphia and enlighten customers on how to approach their next business move, overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

Meet our Staff


Meet CEO of Waldner North America (WNA), Julian Stauffer. Besides leading a thriving company, he keeps himself busy with his family life, working in his garden, crafting a new painting or brainstorming his next business idea.

The “Milchpilz”: a symbol of Waldner’s legacy in 1950s Germany


Milk has always played an important role for Waldner. The former company director Anton Waldner devised numerous strategies to promote their dairy business, one of which became a landmark in Wangen, Germany: the “Milchpilz” (Milk Mushroom).

Helping food manufacturers overcome equipment maintenance challenges


Launched two years ago, Waldner Care has gained popularity among WNA customers by offering complimentary machine analyses, training internal staff and providing custom maintenance plans that align with production targets.

WNA CEO discusses issues that can impact production and revenue


In this three-video series, Julian Stauffer explains the significance of analyzing Total Cost of Ownership before purchasing a machine and how an effective maintenance plan can optimize production. He also talks about the impact of Overall Equipment Effectiveness on costs and revenue.

Meet our Staff


Meet Brian Jones, a seasoned customer success manager at WNA with an impressive 20-year tenure in the industry. When he’s not helping improve customer efficiency, you can find Brian embracing the thrill of the open road on his beloved motorcycle or out in the water fishing.

Meet our Staff


One of WNA’s newest members, Matthew Boghdady, ensures that customers receive an unrivaled customer journey experience — from the moment they purchase a Waldner machine to supporting their operations down the road. Learn more about Matthew’s background in the food and beverage industry and how a childhood TV show inspired his passion for mechanical engineering.

Helping customers make the most of their opportunities


As the food packaging industry undergoes substantial expansion, WNA CEO Julian Stauffer reaffirms the company’s commitment to manufacturing world-class machinery and delivering excellent customer support.

How innovative solutions in food packaging can lead to sustainable success


Julian Stauffer, CEO of Waldner North America (WNA), shares his insights on how smarter approaches to packaging can be a game-changer for companies striving to achieve sustainability.

Understanding shelf-stable food packaging processes: Aseptic, Retort and ESL


Do you know the differences between the three most common food sterilization processes that manufacture shelf-stable foods? Julian Stauffer, CEO of WNA, explains them in detail.

Waldner toasts to 115 years of excellence with a traditional Oktoberfest


More than 1,000 employees traveled from all over the world to the company’s headquarters in Wangen im Allgäu, Germany, to celebrate Waldner’s long-standing success.

Meet our Staff


Meet Wolfgang Brilisauer, a highly skilled service manager and technical trainer at Waldner in Germany. He started at Waldner as an apprentice, and 30 years later, he is equipped with the expertise to service machines and oversee technical support. Read on to learn more about his work experience and passion for getting outside in nature.

Join us for our first webinar - "Packaging with Purpose" on August 31


Our experts will take a deep dive into the three P’s — package, process and product — and discuss how to run more sustainable food packaging operations.

WNA discusses sustainability in food packaging at Pack Expo Vegas


Waldner North America (WNA) returns to this year’s Pack Expo Vegas, from September 11–13, to present its world-class food packaging technologies.

Join us on our enduring sustainable journey


WNA invites customers to explore solutions to reduce their environmental impact, as CEO Julian Stauffer reaffirms the company’s long-standing commitment to efficiency and sustainability.

WNA helps businesses achieve more sustainable operations

With its program Waldner Sense, long-standing industry leader in sustainability Waldner North America helps customers explore innovative solutions to enhance the production process while increasing efficiency.

Three valuable tips for choosing the perfect dairy packaging machinery


Selecting the right machinery for your plant is essential to keeping operations running smoothly. WNA’s Head of Customer Success Max Davis provides three valuable tips for those who want to make the perfect purchase.

Meet our Staff

Meet a guy behind the machines at WNA, Charles Wilmot Ackom. Having been familiar with WNA machinery for many years, he is equipped with the knowledge and skills to repair, rebuild and replace all types of equipment. Keep reading to learn about Charles’ varied technical talents.

The challenge of choosing the right food package sterilization solution


Efficient sterilization is a crucial step in any food packaging process. It ensures the elimination of pathogenic microorganisms that can lead to food spoilage, thus ensuring food safety and an extended shelf life. Inadequately sterilized products offer serious risks for consumers’ health, especially at a time when the demand for food that is stored for prolonged periods grows exponentially.

Our first Newsletter

Julian Stauffer, CEO of WNA, highlights the company’s commitment to leading discussions and tackling the big issues facing the packaging industry while continuing to educate its customers, manufacturers and its own staff on the best strategies to improve OEE.

Five trends in food packaging for 2023

As the world continues to recover from the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the food packaging industry foresees beneficial opportunities ahead.

The high cost of improper maintenance practices

Johannes Krahn, field service engineer at WNA, takes a break from traveling across the country to repair state-of-the-art machines and shares his insight on how to keep them healthier for a longer time while saving money.

Meet our Staff

One of Waldner North America’s (WNA) product managers, Ibrahim Elandaloussi, helps identify customer needs and larger business objectives that a Waldner product will fulfill.

Why you should pay more attention to your packaging

Increased sales and stronger consumer engagement await those who invest in innovative, standout packaging.

Five Benefits of Preventative Maintenance

You’ve probably heard this one before: the key to a healthy, efficient packaging machine is preventive maintenance (PM)

Meet the Staff

Matthew Gwin (a.k.a. ‘Matt’), one of Waldner North America’s (WNA) product managers, oversees both product planning and product marketing for the company. Read on to learn more about his career at Waldner and what life is like for Matt off the clock.

Waldner Care supports machine efficiency of 95%

Offered at zero cost to all customers in North America, Waldner Care allows users to maximize the efficiency of their world-class Waldner machine

Waldner North America brings cutting-edge technology in packaging to Pack Expo 2022

A team of experts from North America and Germany will showcase Waldner’s highly efficient machines, which can run at 95% OEE.

Innovations in Frozen Food Packaging

The frozen foods segment delivers easy and healthy options to consumers looking for quick meal prep and added convenience to their busy day. In this blog, we will be discussing the latest innovations in frozen food packaging.

A Quick Guide for Choosing Right Packaging for Your Products

Choosing the right packaging for a product is always a challenge for manufacturers. However, a good package makes or breaks the product. There are a few important factors manufacturer needs to consider while choosing packaging for their product.

Why is Rigid Packaging Making Way for Flexible Alternatives

Innovations in the packaging sector are taking place at an alarming rate. Technological advancements and the introduction of better packaging materials are the major reasons for such innovations. Rigid packaging being taken over by flexible packaging is the result of such innovations.

A Look at the Current Trends in Flexible Packaging

Flexible packaging has gained momentum over the past few decades. Thanks to its convenience, and cost-effectiveness and sustainability properties, they are extensively being used across a wide range of industries and sectors globally.

How does Packaging Influence Brand Value

Over the years, packaging has evolved as not only an effective product delivery option for manufacturers but also as a great way to increase brand value. Branding refers to a combination of messages and symbols that represent a product or service.

Total Cost of Ownership of Pet Food Production Lines

Julian Stauffer, CEO, Waldner North America shares insights about Total Cost of Ownership in pet food Production lines. He speaks about important decisions that needs to taken at different stages of implementing a pet food production line, along with potential pitfalls that can occur in multi-dimensional projects.

How Convenience Impacts Food Packaging Industry

Convenience is an important concern for consumers these days. Today, consumers are looking for convenient yet high-quality food products to complement with their busy lifestyles. Waldner North America offers a wide range of flexible packaging solutions that are perfect for manufacturers looking for high-quality convenient packaging.

Pet Food Packaging Trends to Follow

The demand for innovative pet food packaging is rapidly increasing. In this blog, we will be discussing upcoming pet food packaging trends.

How is Retort Packaging Raising the Bar for the Food Packaging Industry

Waldner North America offers innovative retort packaging solutions to meet the increasing demands of food and pet food industries.

The Choice for Pouch Packaging

Waldner North America offers innovative pouch packaging solutions to meet increasing demand for pouch packaging across industries especially food and dairy industry.

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