Pet parents are redefining convenience not just for themselves, but for their four-legged family members. As the global pet food market continues its upward trajectory, fueled by the premiumization of pets, one format that is emerging as a standout in pet care packaging is the stickpack.
Once reserved for nutraceuticals and single-serve drink mixes, stickpack packaging is now gaining traction in the pet snack and treat category. Pet brands are leveraging this compact, convenient format to meet consumer demand for portion control, freshness, and on-the-go functionality, while simultaneously reducing material waste and elevating their packaging design.
Convenience That Connects with Pet Parents
Modern pet owners expect the same quality, hygiene, and ease of use in pet products as they do in human food packaging. Stickpacks deliver exactly that.
Their slim, portable design makes it easy for pet owners to reward, supplement, or feed their pets anywhere — from walks and car rides to travel days. The single-serve format ensures consistent dosing and freshness, reduces mess, and enhances portion control, all of which support the growing trend of functional, health-focused treats and toppers.
As pet parents continue to seek convenient, premium experiences for their pets, stickpacks are redefining how brands deliver nutrition, flavor, and value.
Packaging Technology That Performs
Behind every great stickpack is powerful technology. ProMach product brands Matrix and FL Tecnics lead the way in delivering advanced stickpack packaging systems that combine precision, performance, and flexibility.
- Matrix, a leader in vertical form fill seal systems, provides modular stickpack and sachet solutions ideal for liquids, purees, and powders used in pet snacks and supplements. Matrix machines are known for their reliability, speed, and configurability, helping pet food processors scale production efficiently as product lines expand.
- FL Tecnics, part of the same ProMach family, offers horizontal form fill seal systems for stickpack and pouch applications. Designed for high throughput, fast changeovers, and consistent seal integrity, FL Tecnics equipment is built to handle the most demanding pet care applications with precision and repeatability.
Together, these technologies deliver scalable, efficient, and high-quality results that help brands bring their pet care packaging innovations to life.
ProMach Pet Care Solutions Beyond Stickpacks
Across the growing Pet Care market, ProMach offers a complete, end-to-end portfolio of solutions designed to support processors from formulation to final packaging. From batch retorting, cooking, and sterilizing systems by Allpax, and filling and seaming solutions from Zacmi, to flexible packaging innovations by Matrix and Bartelt, and labeling and coding systems from P.E. Labellers and ID Technology, ProMach brings the entire packaging line together under one trusted partner. End-of-line expertise from Texwrap, Brenton, and Serpa, paired with systems and integration expertise from ProMach Integrated Solutions, ensures efficiency, reliability, and scalability across every operation.
ProMach’s Pet Care lineup spans every stage of production:
- Batch Retorting, Cooking, & Sterilizing
- Filling & Seaming
- Flexibles
- Labeling & Coding
- Case Packing, Shrink Wrapping, Cartoning, & Palletizing
- Systems & Integration
Integration That Brings It All Together
Beyond individual machinery, many pet food manufacturers are seeking complete, integrated packaging line solutions that connect processing, primary, secondary, and end-of-line systems. That’s where ProMach Integrated Solutions (PMIS) comes in.
ProMach Integrated Solutions is a leader in turnkey and cellular packaging line integration for consumer packaged goods manufacturers, with extensive experience in pet care operations. Whether you’re looking for a comprehensive scope built entirely around ProMach brands or a hybrid line incorporating third-party equipment, PMIS ensures seamless integration from project design through performance acceptance and beyond.
With a global presence and a commitment to delivering on-time, on-budget, high-performance packaging solutions, PMIS manages every detail of the project, from line design and FATs to installation and operator training, so your team can focus on productivity and growth.
For pet care manufacturers, that means a smoother path from concept to commercialization, and confidence that every part of the line, from stickpack filling to case packing, performs as one.
The Future of Pet Care Packaging
As consumer expectations evolve, pet care packaging must do more than protect the product; it must deliver convenience, quality, and sustainability in every detail. Stickpacks meet all three demands while creating new opportunities for brand differentiation and consumer engagement.
With Matrix, FL Tecnics, and ProMach Integrated Solutions, pet brands gain a trusted partner that supports the entire lifecycle of their packaging operations — from single-serve innovation to full-line integration.
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