Automated Packaging Systems, the leader in high-reliability packaging systems, is pleased to announce it has received its Food Safety Certification from AIB International, an independent international auditing organization. Automated Packaging Systems received a "superior" rating, the highest AIB audit rating achievable.

Driven by the food industry, AIB certification demands that rigorous quality control processes and programs be in place throughout the manufacturing environment to ensure contamination-free products for the food industry. As part of the audit requirements, Automated Packaging Systems had to demonstrate appropriate security measures, established cleaning and maintenance procedures, and stringent control of all incoming and in-process materials. The absence of food and drink at workstations, as well as the use of hair and beard nets are among the controls that contribute to the contamination-free environment. Additionally, positive air pressure in the manufacturing plant ensures prevention of contamination from small airborne particulate and insects.

Automated Packaging manufactures the plastic material and the finished poly bags for bags-on-a-roll and bag packaging systems that are used in food packaging and many other bagging applications.

"While necessary for the needs of our food packaging customers, the processes and procedures required by the AIB audit benefit our customers in the medical, pharmaceutical and many other industries that we serve," stated Chris Rempe, Senior Product Manager for the company. "Our employees have always had a commitment to quality and cleanliness, and now more than ever, our customers can be assured of our commitment to food safety and contamination-free bag packaging materials."

About Automated Packaging Systems

Automated Packaging Systems has been designing and manufacturing original Autobag®, SidePouch^(TM) and AirPouch^(TM) systems and products for more than 40 years. With more than 25,000 packaging systems in operation and a national service organization, Automated Packaging has the experienced support to deliver the ultimate in customer satisfaction. The company's Systems Advantage^(TM) Program combines machines, materials and services to further enhance the value of its packaging solutions.