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Irta Group y Coalza Systems revolucionan la automatización del envasado de café con proyectos llave a nivel internacional

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Irta Group y Coalza Systems revolucionan la automatización del envasado de café con proyectos llave a nivel internacional

by Francisco Sánchez
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Irta Group and Coalza Systems Revolutionize Coffee Packaging Automation with Turnkey International Projects

The coffee industry is experiencing a phase of sustained growth, marked by a profound technological transformation.

According to the Spanish Coffee Sector Report (2023–2024) published by the Spanish Coffee Association (AECafé), national production exceeded 218,000 tonnes in 2024, representing a 1.13% increase compared to the previous year.

This growth is accompanied by a clear market demand for greater format diversification—from whole bean coffee to capsules—along with increasingly stringent requirements in terms of quality, traceability, and sustainability. In this context, roasters, packers, and brands are under pressure to optimize their production processes, with automated packaging emerging as a strategic lever to compete in efficiency, consistency, and added value.

Automation as a Driver of Competitiveness

Automating packaging goes far beyond increasing production speed. It is a key tool for improving productivity, reducing operating costs, and enhancing the quality of the final product. Industry studies indicate that industrial automation can reduce operating costs by more than 20% and improve overall line performance by up to 30%.

In the coffee sector, these improvements translate into greater product consistency—thanks to precise dosing systems, hermetic sealing, and optimal aroma protection—as well as a significant reduction in human error and waste. All of this directly impacts profitability by optimizing production shifts and minimizing downtime.

From Supplier to Partner: A Necessary Evolution

Effective automation is not limited to the acquisition of machinery. It requires a technology partner capable of deeply understanding the product, the processes, and market demands. This vision is shared by Irta Group and Coalza Systems, companies belonging to the same industrial group with more than 60 years of combined experience in packaging solutions for highly demanding sectors such as food—and particularly coffee.

Their value proposition is built on three fundamental pillars:

  • Custom design and flexibility, adapting each installation to the type of coffee (whole bean, ground, instant, capsules, or single-serve), the required formats (doy-pack, valve bags, among others), and specific production conditions.

  • Full line integration, from dosing to palletizing, including weight control, sealing, and leak detection. The synchronization of all equipment reduces downtime and improves OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).

  • Intelligent support and maintenance, with after-sales services that include remote monitoring, predictive diagnostics, and high spare parts availability, ensuring production continuity.

Proven Experience in the Coffee Sector

This working philosophy has enabled the establishment of long-term relationships with leading companies in the industry. One example is Tostadero San José, where for more than six years an Irta VX STB DOY vertical packaging machine has been operating for whole bean coffee with a degassing valve, achieving a production rate of 20 one-kilogram bags per minute in a four-seal format.

Another notable case is Grupo Nutresa in Chile, which for the past 14 years has relied on a Coalza RS250 machine for packaging ground coffee under its Gold brand.

The Keys to Technological Leadership

In coffee packaging—where product delicacy coexists with high production demands—the installed technology is decisive. The solutions developed by Irta Group and Coalza Systems combine industrial robustness, mechanical precision, and advanced electronic control, enabling high-speed operation without compromising sealing quality or product protection.

Continuous innovation is part of the DNA of both companies. Their adaptability and development capabilities have enabled the execution of highly complex projects in international markets such as Morocco and Algeria, where more than 15 machines are currently in operation for packaging ground and whole bean coffee. In addition, a comprehensive vertical packaging and end-of-line project is currently under development for a leading company in Costa Rica, which holds 40% market share in its country.

The Future of the Sector

Industry trends point toward increasingly intelligent and sustainable automation. The solutions offered by Coalza Systems and Irta Group integrate low-energy-consumption components and are compatible with recyclable and compostable films.

The goal is to maximize product value at every stage of the process, ensuring high-quality packaging, more efficient operations, and a reduced environmental impact.

In a market as competitive as coffee, differentiation no longer depends solely on the origin or blend of the beans, but also on how the product is preserved, presented, and ultimately perceived. Having a trusted technology partner like Irta Group and Coalza Systems represents an investment in efficiency, quality, and reliability—backed by long-term technical support.