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EDITORIAL
Editorial Advisory BoardP V Narayanan
Member of Board APEDA (Ministry of Commerce)
M K BanerjeeDirector-Creativity & Innovations (Global)
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Special Focus: Cosmetics PackagingInsight & Outlook : Filling, Strapping & Sealing Machines
Automation Trends
60 Bottling line solutions: Conveying outstanding performance
Courtesy: Clearpack India Pvt Ltd
Energy Management
62 Material conservation: Reducing consumption, augmenting growth
Policies & Regulations
64 ISO guidelines for biodegradable plastics: From formulation to
implementation
Strategy
70 Sustainable plastic packaging: Road to recyclability
Tips & Tricks
72 Safety in pharma packaging: Focussing on the hygiene factor
REGUL AR SECTIONSEditorial ................................. 9
News, Views & Analysis ...... 14
Technology & Innovation .... 20
Projects ................................. 73
Event List............................. 74
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Details on pg no. 76
Book Review ........................ 76
Products ................................ 77
List of Products.................... 91
List of Advertisers ................ 93
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Highlights of Next Edition
Automation in packaging ..... 28
Automation index ................ 34
Small assembly robots .......... 36Courtesy: Denso Robotics
43Pharmaceutical packaging ........44
R&D in pharma packaging ...48
In-line quality control .......... 52
Modern format retailing ...... 54
SWOT analysis of screen printing ...................... 58
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Business Insights •Technologies•Opportunities
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 13
NEWS, VIEWS & ANALYSIS
14 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Green packaging industry shows positive development A study on domestic green packaging
industry by The Associated Chambers
of Commerce and Industry of India
(ASSOCHAM) stated that the green
packaging industry is growing at about 25
per cent per year, faster than the overall
packaging sector, which is growing at
about 20 per cent annually. It stated that
the Indian flexible packaging market is
currently worth about ` 14,000 crore and
is likely to reach ` 22,950 crore by 2015,
with more domestic companies opting for
eco-friendly packaging for their products.
ASSOCHAM interacted with nearly
1,000 representatives, eg, chairmen,
managing directors, chief executive
officers & directors of food & beverage
companies, consumer packaged goods,
shopkeepers, wholesalers and retailers
in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai,
Kolkata and Bengaluru (200 in each city)
to ascertain the impact and advantages
of sustainable packaging on the highly
fragmented Indian packaging industry.
Nearly 45 per cent of manufacturers
were found to be increasingly adopting
renewable packaging technologies,
eco-friendly light materials and cost-
effective methods, which would increase
consumer awareness. About 75 per cent
of the respondents stated that they
were gradually reducing the use of non-
decomposable plastic bags and seeking
support of local grocery stores, vegetable
& fruit vendors and hawkers to promote
paper bag usage. Avani Jain
Ocean Extrusions on an expansion drive Ahmedabad-based Ocean Extrusions is
all set to launch its new extrusion coating
lamination machine. It is different from
others as it will be a fully automatic
machine using one extruder and two dies.
The company claims that this machine is
completely new in the Indian market, as
the machines available earlier used two
extruders & two dies.
Since two years, the company has been
working on the new machine, which is now
almost complete. According to the company, it
is entirely an indigenous product and has been
conceptualised, designed and manufactured
in-house. The new machine finds application
in the woven sacks industry.
In future, the company also plans to
build a two-layer blown film plant. The
budding company will also be participating
in Plast Eurasia Istanbul 2011, an exhibition
to be held during October 27-30, 2011,
in Tuyap Fair Convention and Congress
Center, Istanbul, Turkey.Avani Jain
Burgopak innovations awarded at Pentaward competition
Globally renowned packaging designers, Burgopak has received a Bronze Pentaward at the 5th edition of the annual Pentaward Worldwide Packaging Design Competition for its designs for Aura Health & Wellbeing’s range of health and lifestyle products. Resembling origami style structures of intricate folds and precise structural design, the cardboard packaging as well as the logo motif are designed around an abstract representation of a tealeaf,
repeated three times to represent inner strength. With nearly 1000 entries from 5 continents, this year’s Pentaward winners were selected by a jury of international marketing specialists and designers chaired by Gerad Caron, founder of Carre Noir (France) and with other members f rom companies including BIC Corporation (USA), Procter & Gamble (Belgium), etc.
Burgopak’s designs showcase a wonderfully colourful and minimalistic branding aesthetic as well as the clever integration of logo and structural design to create a central and uniform identity. Dane Whitehurst, Creative Director, Burgopak, said, “This award demonstrates Burgopak’s commitment to offering packaging design solutions that consider the brand, consumer and retailer as well as being designed realistically for production.”
Annabel Dsouza
Mamata Machinery sets new standards in pouch making Mamata Machinery has established an Application Center in Bradenton, Florida, combining their pouch-making expertise with a US-based design team to develop a truly innovative and unique horizontal form-fill-seal pouching machine. Apurva Kane, Senior Vice President, Mamata Machinery Pvt Ltd, said, “This will help strengthen our position in the US.”
VegaPack M-200 is designed to meet the needs of consumer packaged goods companies in the food, homecare and personal care markets. This new-generation machine balances high line speed with a small footprint and brings the flexibility of being able to process both laminated and co-extruded films with easy-to-offer repeatable no-fuss changeovers (less than 20 minutes). State-of-the-art servo technology & design deliver unmatched operational efficiency and lowest per-pack costs in the business. Its hygienic design makes it ideal for applications requiring washdown and USDA food packaging specifications.Kane added, “Almost a million dollar has been invested in making this machine, which is different from others. This machine will use 100 per cent recyclable film and not laminates, which are generally non-recyclable.”
Avani Jain
NEWS, VIEWS & ANALYSIS
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 15
Amcor claims breakthrough green coffee packaging Amcor Flexibles Europe & Americas has launched
NaturePlus Renewable, a three-ply laminate based
on renewably sourced materials, which Amcor has
produced and converted with Belgian company Beyers
Coffee. The new product launch, in association with
Beyer’s premium BénéCafe brand, will see NaturePlus
Renewable used in a coffee bag format containing
58 per cent carbon based on the ASTM D6866
method to test carbon-neutral CO2 emissions.
This is a standardised analytical test method for
determining the bio-based (carbon) content of
solid, liquid and gaseous samples using radio carbon
analysis, and has been incorporated into reporting
protocols used in the European Union (EU),
Australia and the US.
Amcor has claimed that the bag has strong
barrier properties and seal integrity, which allows
coffee to retain its freshness and aroma. Nathalie
Vanderkindere, Sustainability Product Manager,
Beyers Coffee, said, “Providing responsible
packaging means that we must meet our stakeholders’
expectations to deliver innovations that have the
potential to reduce packaging’s environmental
impact utilising our expertise as a global packaging
leader to make a positive contribution to society.”Anwesh Koley
Wisdom Adhesives forays into India Wisdom Adhesives, North
America’s top mid-sized
manufacturer of high performance,
environmentally safe industrial
adhesives, recently opened
Wisdom Adhesives India as part
of the firm’s global expansion
plan. Headquartered in Mumbai,
Wisdom Adhesives India provides
a full range of hot melt and water-based product offerings for the
packaging, converting, bookbinding and graphic arts industries in
India. Key product lines include Wisdom Adhesives North America’s
popular metalocene-based Clearbond and polyethylene-based Polytak
hot melts as well as water-based Wizbond adhesives. The Wisdom
Adhesives India team is a venture started by Advance Chemicals
under the leadership of Kunal Jhaveri, who brings years of experience
in adhesive development and adhesive market. Jeff Wisdom, CEO,
Wisdom Adhesives, says, “We have been amazed at the strong
welcome and positive response we have received from customers in
India within two months of opening Wisdom Adhesives India. Our
India team offers strong technical and marketing support, providing
us with a bolt-on platform for expansion into the rapidly growing
Indian marketplace. We look forward to providing Indian customers
with our exceptional brand of industrial adhesives.”
Annabel Dsouza
Grafica appoints RH Solutions as supplier for North America After setting up base in UAE and
Europe, Grafica Flextronica has recently
appointed US-based RH Solutions Llc
as supplier for North America. RH
Solutions will distribute and service
Grafica’s wide range of screen printing
machines, screen making set up and
UV curing machines in the US market.
Following its alliance with Grafica, RH
Solutions Llc is actively setting up major
distribution channels throughout North
America with established installations,
after-sales support, engineering and sales,
mainly derived by regional distributors.
Bhargav Mistry, MD, Grafica Flextronica,
said, “Screen printing is a versatile process
has huge demand in industrial printing,
textiles, graphics and packaging. Screen
printers in the Americas can explore
the power and secrets of screen printing
for value addition, the way we have
successfully explored in India. Hence, I
see a great potential for Grafica’s products
in the Americas.”
RH Solutions had also displayed
Grafica’s Nano series screen printing
machine and equipment at the 2011 SGIA
Printed Electronics & Membrane Switch
Symposium. Ron Hayden, Director, RH
Solutions LLC, said, “Industrial-quality
built machines and equipment are very
important as well as the support behind it
and that’s why RH Solutions has formed
a strategic alliance with Grafica which is
very well known for its excellent products,
responsive technical support and after
sales service.”
Annabel Dsouza
Sonoco’s Trident division alliances with Janoschka Sonoco’s Trident division, which provides
print tooling and global graphics
management, has entered into a strategic
alliance with Janoschka, a German-based
global supplier of pre-press solutions and
tooling, to provide global consumer products
goods companies and rotogravure printers
with the widest coverage area available in
the market.While several global consumer
product companies currently produce
graphics at a single supplier, no one supplier
has been able to supply (and support)
rotogravure print tooling to global print
suppliers. This alliance will close that gap.
Bob Carroll, General Manager,
Trident, said, “The two companies will
share technologies and communication
systems to provide global consumer
goods companies with fast, effective
and consistent management of all their
rotogravure tooling requirements.”Avani Jain
Jeff Wisdom
Ron Hayden
NEWS, VIEWS & ANALYSIS
16 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Alternative energy from non-recycled plastics A new study conducted by the Earth
Engineering Center (EEC) of Columbia
University and sponsored by the American
Chemistry Council has found that if all
non-recycled plastics that are currently
dumped into landfills each year in the
US were converted to energy by using
currently available technologies, they
could provide at least enough energy to
fuel 6 million cars annually.
“Plastics have a significantly higher
energy value than coal,” said, Prof Marco
J Castaldi, Earth and Environmental
Engineering Department, Columbia
University, and Associate Director, EEC.
He explained, “Capturing the energy value
of non-recycled plastics and municipal
solid waste in general, makes good sense
because it provides a good domestic form
of energy while minimising impacts on the
environment.” The study also estimated
that if all non-recycled plastics discarded in
the US annually were diverted to modern
waste-to-energy facilities, they could produce
52 million MWh of electricity.
Anwesh Koley
Indian packaging segment to reach $ 41 billion in 2015 The Indian packaging industry is
expected to reach $ 41 billion by 2015,
to become the sixth largest market
in the world, according to a study by
ICD Research. In line with the growth
in the overall industry, the packaging
machinery category is expected to record
robust growth to reach $ 2.3 billion by
2015 from its current estimated value of
$ 1 billion. Fundamental drivers indicate
strong long-term growth prospects that
are attracting foreign companies.
Despite this growth, India’s per capita
packaging consumption is estimated
to reach only $ 31.4 by 2015, which is
significantly lower than the average
of the top 14 packaging markets. Key
packaging end-user markets such as
retail, pharmaceutical and processed food
industries have grown steadily, focussing
on both domestic demand & exports.
Following the strong Gross Domestic
Product (GDP) growth over the last
two decades, a huge middle class with
high disposable income has emerged.
This has led to new patterns in lifestyle
and consumption, which is driving the
demand for packaged products. Key
growth areas for packaging-related
imports include wood pulp, specialty
paper, aluminium foil and tinplate. The
Indian market also relies on imports for
high-end packaging machinery.Anwesh Koley
Canvironment Week 2011 sees more global participation
After the global success of Canvironment Week 2010 which brought together leading can makers, trade association and different bodies to promote the sustainability of metal cans, Hindustan Tin Works (HTW) launched Canvironment Week 2011 earlier this year at Metpack and Interpack in Germany. Following are some of the activities planned for this year’s edition of Canvironment Week:
The Italian can maker ASA plans painting competitions for school children in Italy
Empac, representing the European metal packaging industry plans to donate T-shirts promoting Canvironment Week to the under privileged in Belgium in association with HTW
Brasilata in Brazil will inaugurate a metal can recycling center in Brazil during the week
HTW is planning to use art, fashion and glamour to promote sustainability of cans in India. It will also be producing a TV show on a youth oriented channel to promote canned food with celebrities. Health camps for rag pickers – the people who are the major cog in the recycling wheel of India will also be conducted.
Atit Bhatia, Canvironment Week President and Senior VP, HTW said “Canvironment week is a global attempt to spread the message about the exclusive benefits of usage of cans, every industry stake holder should celebrate this event and promote metal cans as a package.”
Annabel Dsouza
Gerresheimer plans expansion into the US market Pharmaceutical packaging firm Gerresheimer has plans for acquisitions in the US to enter the North American plastic drug packaging sector, as well as emerging markets. The company has a presence in the US pharma glass primary packaging market but is planning to expand its focus to the plastic systems business for pharma and healthcare customers in North America. Gerresheimer currently operates in the US medical plastic systems market through a technical centre in Atlanta, Georgia.
Hans-Jurgen Wiecha, Chief
Financial Officer, Gerresheimer, said that
the German-based company plans to
extend its market position as a successful
partner to the pharma industry both in
the western world and emerging markets
like China, Brazil and India.
Wiecha said, “There are very few
companies in the US that are genuinely
focussed on plastic packaging products
for the pharma industry. Most of them
are technology providers, ie, they have
good plastics technology for various
end-markets like the pharmaceutical,
automotive or consumer goods sectors.”
The company also plans to join hands
with companies whose pharma business
accounts for more than 50 per cent of
their total business.Anwesh Koley
Atit Bhatia
NEWS, VIEWS & ANALYSIS
18 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Pro Mach acquires Matrix Packaging Machinery Pro Mach Inc has recently acquired Matrix
Packaging Machinery will join its Primary
Packaging Business Unit expanding Pro
Mach’s primary packaging solutions. The
Matrix management team will remain
with Pro Mach, which provides machinery
solutions and consumables for many of the
world’s most recognized food, beverage,
and consumer goods companies.
Matrix, founded in 1988, provides
flexible packaging machinery
for companies worldwide that
require high quality, versatile pouch
and bagging solutions. Matrix
solutions include machines for
pillow, gusseted, zipper, stand-up,
and bag-in-bag packaging. Matrix’s
strength in vertical form fill seal packaging
allows Pro Mach to reach new markets
worldwide with its diverse brands of high
performance equipment and integrated
solutions. “We are excited to welcome the
Matrix team to Pro Mach. We look
forward to continuing the Matrix
tradition of excellence and serving
their outstanding customers as well
as providing their solutions to all the
customers of Pro Mach,” said Mark
Anderson, President & Chief Executive
Officer, Pro Mach.Anwesh Koley
New film laminate from Avery Dennison
Avery Dennison has
introduced Global
MDO – the latest
addition to its
innovative Machine
Direction Oriented
(MDO) film product
line. The new film
laminate bridges the
gap between the high-
performing MDO film range and PE85
film and features major productivity and
sustainability improvements, eg, significant
reduction in web breaks, up to 50 per cent less
ooze, an inherently printable film and double
the amount of labels per roll, balanced with
the on-shelf label clarity required for Home
and Personal Care (HPC) applications.
Kent Stobbart, Product Marketing
Director, Avery Dennison Label and
Packaging Materials Europe, said, “Earlier,
the thinner label material available lacked
rigidity. For conformability one had to
give up clarity. One need not make such
compromises with Global MDO.”
The company claims that the clear,
inherently printable face stock offers
high-grade printability with on-press
corona treatment and delivers stable print
registration, resulting in consistent high-
quality print work. Global MDO is ideal
for label printers and brand owners looking
for operational excellence. The exceptional
strength of the label stock, which has a 50-
micron MDO film and 23-micron polyester
liner, virtually eliminates line shutdowns due
to web breaks. Annabel Dsouza
Kabra Gloucester showcases first five-layer film plant KAGE is the
brand name
for film plants
manufactured
by Kolsite
Group, utilising
the engineering
designs and
t e c h n o l o g y
of Gloucester
Engineer ing
Co. KAGE lines are specifically engineered
to meet diverse challenges of the film plant
industry, and the first five-layer fully loaded
line is all set to be delivered to Prropyl Packs
Ltd, Kerala. KAGE plants are designed to
produce barrier film at rates and quality
levels that not only meet the markets
requirements, but also result in enhanced
operational efficiency and higher flexibility
for plastics manufacturers. The five-layer
2,200-mm film line has an installed capacity
of 4,000 tonne/year and output up to 600
kg/hr. This five-layer film plant can be used
to pack oil, and in other barrier applications;
it is also used for production of high-quality
lamination films.
Prropyl Packs will introduce the
barrier film mainly for oil packaging,
vacuum packaging and packaging that
needs enhanced shelf life. As India has
mandated edible oil to be sold in packaged
form only, barrier film packaging shall not
only meet government standards, but also
improve the shelf life of packaged oil by
protecting it against oxygen & moisture
and ensuring its cleanliness.Annabel Dsouza
Five-layer film plant
Markem-Imaje introduces printing & labelling solutions Markem-Imaje has launched
its 2200 Series, an ultra-efficient
range covering a broad choice
of interchangeable applications,
optimised operational intervention
and unparalleled label application
rates. The new 2200 Series enjoys the
advantages of a range that has already
demonstrated its reliability, efficiency
and ease of use. With thousands of units
installed in demanding environments
and its capacity to operate round the
clock, the 2200 Series has proved to be
highly reliable.
“We have evaluated the 2200 Series
in the most representative applications
and estimate that production line
stoppages will be reduced by at
least two days per year as compared
to our competitors,” claimed
Mike Kirk, Product Manager,
Markem-Imaje. He elaborated, “In
terms of sustainable development, we
have reduced the power consumption
to 135 watt at maximum throughput,
well below the market standard, and
the machine has been designed to be
95 per cent recyclable.”
The 2200 series is capable of
printing and applying labels at rates
in excess of 125 boxes per minute.
Label application is consistent due
to an optimised label path, automatic
label tension and an integrated label
pad sensor. Anwesh Koley
NEWS, VIEWS & ANALYSIS
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 19
India Package Meet 2011 that concluded
on September 10 focussed on technological
developments in the packaging and
package printing industries. The event –
held in Gujarat by Print-Packaging.Com
(P) Ltd – attracted more than 150 visitors
at Vapi, over 250 visitors at Ahmedabad
and over 200 visitors at Rajkot.
The event comprised a half-day
conference focussed on technological
developments in packaging and package
printing and a day-long table top
exhibition showcasing products and
services from more than 30 exhibitors
at each venue. “At one level, the
meet took the packaging event to the
grassroots, where the packaging is made
and consumed and, at another level, it
served to whet the attendees’ appetite
to visit international events organised
in Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad,” said
Anil Arora, President, Print-Packaging.
com Pvt Ltd.
The technical sessions at each venue
were carried out by distinguished speakers
from the industry, including KVA Naidu,
Cyklop Packaging Systems (India)
Pvt Ltd; Rakesh Shah, Windmoller &
Holscher India Pvt Ltd; Kishor Butani,
Robatech India Pvt Ltd; Mohan Pailwan,
Creed Engineers Pvt Ltd; Ignatius
Selvaraj, Pepperl + Fuchs (India) Pvt Ltd;
P V Sivaram, B&R Industrial Automation
Pvt Ltd; Lalit Jain, Siemens Ltd; Harveer
Sahni, Weldon Celloplast Ltd; Avinash
Bangale, Bosch Ltd; and Deven Mehta,
Rajoo Engineers Ltd.
“Vapi, being a small industrial cluster,
does not see many trade events organised in
this area. The speakers were cooperative in
helping us understand the technical aspects
of their presentations,” said Jatin Shah from
Shah Print & Pack Industries. The table top
exhibition at each venue showcased products
and services from the providers of machines,
materials and services to end users, package
converters and corrugated box makers.
“The event provided us with a unique
opportunity to reach our customers from
the industrial clusters of Gujarat,” said
Ignatius Selvaraj, Pepperl + Fuchs (India)
Pvt Ltd. Further, Arora commented,
“The huge response of India Package
Meet has added to our enthusiasm. The
focus now shifts to our main exhibitions
– India Converting Show in Mumbai and
India Packaging Show in New Delhi.”Vishakha Avachat-Naware
Packaging companies get a glimpse of latest technological developments in Gujarat
Ashok Shukla, President, Vapi Industries Association lighting the lamp as other dignitaries look on
TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
20 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
New flatbed printer for optimum productivity on rigid substrates The latest addition to Agfa Graphic’s
Anapurna family of wide-format UV-
curable inkjet printers is a dedicated
Flatbed (FB) engine, designed to
accommodate the growing market
needs for printing on rigid substrates.
The Anapurna M2540 FB is a new
time-saving machine featuring a
revolutionary quick-change vacuum bed
technology, six colours (CMYKLcLm)
and white ink.
With a maximum print speed of
45 m2/hour, Anapurna M2540 FB
can print sizes up to 2.54 x 1.54 m,
with substrates up to 4.5-cm thick and
80 kg weight. The machine’s 11
retractable register pins simplify quick
and accurate positioning, particularly
when working on double-sided jobs.
The excellent adhesion of the UV-
curable ink and its fast & efficient
curing mean that glass, ceramics and
wood can also be printed, making it
suitable for architectural & interior
decoration as well as exterior signs,
displays and publicity.
The new printer will appeal to
not only display producers and sign-
makers but also other market sectors
driven by the need for high-quality,
durable full-colour output using UV-
curable ink technology. It is as suitable
for packaging prototypes, promotional
goods’ manufacturers as it is for
industrial specialists who need fast
throughput and the ability to work
with a vast range of rigid substrates.
Syntac T-max boosts blister pack moulding Syntac T-max from Trelleborg is a new
syntactic material designed to offer greater
control over the thermoforming mould
process used in the blister packaging
market. The Polytetrafluoroethylene
(PTFE)-impregnated material is claimed
to reduce process cycle times and enhance
finished quality through its superior slip
and release properties.
The new solution features increased
strength as compared with other epoxy
syntactic systems. It provides improved
clarity, eliminating swirl and chill marks,
as well as uniform material distribution,
low void content and easy high-speed
milling with little dust production.
Designed for use in both roll
sheet and heavy-gauge thermoforming
processes, no special tools are required
to machine Syntac T-max, and a
high service temperature of 232°C is
attainable. The material is available off
the shelf in machinable blocks, sheets
and rods.
Twist-off Natralock packaging for Berkley’s NanoFil fishing line
MeadWestvaco (MWV) Corp has re-
designed its Natralock® packaging solution
to create a new reusable package for the
new Berkley® NanoFil fishing line. A
secure and more sustainable Natralock®
packaging solution is used to create the
glare-free surfacing and standout foil
graphics for NanoFil. For the first time,
an innovative twist-off feature is added
to Natralock paperboard-based blister
packaging, creating a reusable design,
which allows the consumer to store the
product in the package. In keeping with
consumer purchasing habits and the
product’s applications, MWV’s design
team developed and introduced the new
twist-off concept to help fishermen keep
their lines organised in between uses.
Once the seal is broken on the blister, the
card twists right off for easy accessibility
and reusability.
NanoFil is the world’s first uni-
filament fishing line that pushes the limits
for minimum diameter & maximum
strength, as well as effortless casting.
Berkley® NanoFil, packaged in MWV’s
Natralock twist-off packaging, is available
in retail stores.
Thermal transfer coder by Allen Coding Allen Coding Systems has launched its
53XL thermal transfer coder. It features
a large print area up to 53 mm x
80 mm, allowing users to easily print
fixed and variable text, data & graphics,
as well as reproduce bar codes, real
time, sell-by dates, batch numbers,
prices and source codes. Also capable of
printing Julian data and 2D DataMatrix
codes, the affordable new 53XL is ideal
for food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical
applications. It is available in intermittent
motion for easy integration with a wide
range of packaging equipment including
vertical & horizontal form-fill-seal
systems, primary labellers, thermoformers
and overwrapping equipment.
It offers reduced maintenance and
type changes, resulting in lower cost of
ownership. Besides a larger print area,
the 53XL provides many of the advanced
features of more expensive thermal transfer
units, but at a fraction of the cost. These
include 300 dpi print resolution, cassette
ribbon loading, 600-m ribbon capacity,
print speeds up to 400 mm per second
and a best-of-breed thermal print head.
With its standard Ethernet connection
capability, the 53XL can be accessed
using the plant-wide network to remotely
changeover, monitor and diagnose the
print operation and centralise the control
of multiple printers. The standard PR5
handset enables operators to recall images
from memory and simple editing functions
at print time. The handset’s USB port
enables easy uploading of label designs.
TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
22 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
New barrier system for PET bottles Tet APPE, the packaging division of
La Seda de Barcelona, has launched
a new barrier system for Polyethylene
Terephthalate (PET) bottles. The new
ActivSeal system is an oxygen scavenger
with a catalyst in the
bottle wall and a
hydrogen activator
in the closure, which
work in combination
to prevent oxygen
reaching the drink and
reduce vitamin C loss.
ActivSeal is based
on the HyGuard
oxygen scavenger
previously launched by
ColorMatrix. A minute
amount of the ActivSeal catalyst is present
in the container wall, while a hydrogen
activator is built into the closure. Once the
container is full and the closure applied,
there is a controlled release of hydrogen.
As oxygen enters through the
container wall, it binds with the
hydrogen on the surface of the catalyst
to form negligible amounts of odourless
and tasteless water. This prevents
oxygen from entering the container. The
advantage of the closure incorporating
barrier technology is that clarity is
maintained even in
smaller bottle sizes,
as no extra barrier
material needs to
be added to the
container wall.
ActivSeal bottles
can be used for food
contact applications
again when they are
recycled. It can match
the typical shelf life
for juices packaged
with current barriers, and offers an
extended shelf life. Another advantage of
the system is that the oxygen scavenging
process does not start until after filling
and capping, so empty bottles can be
stored for longer periods with no loss of
barrier effectiveness.
Stretch film for direct food contact Duo Plast has produced new stretch
film for securing loads in the food
industry. Duo Food Contact is
specifically developed for direct food
contact and can be used as primary
packaging for all types of food. The
stretch film corresponds to the latest
provisions of EU Regulations. It is a
blown stretch film having outstanding
technical properties such as extreme
elongation and tear strength.
As a result, the film thickness can
be reduced and significant material
savings can be realised. Excellent
adhesion properties and restraining
forces increase transport security
considerably. It offers the added value
of being used as a primary packaging.
Primary packaging used so far can be
reduced or even completely replaced.
With Duo Food Contact, every food
producer is on the safe side in terms of
hygiene and sustainability.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Ashok Chaturvedi
2424 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
What are the key driving factors that led to inception of UFLEX Ltd? With an objective of catering to the masses, UFLEX Ltd came
into existence in 1985. After pursuing a degree in science,
I wanted to start a new venture on my own. The mass appeal
that this industry had at the time and the guidance that
I received from industry experts led me to choose this industry.
After observing the consumer needs and demand drivers in this
industry, I invented the portion pack – a package meant for
one-time use. The first product to be packed in such portion
packs was spices. The idea behind the invention of portion
packs, which are not only utility based but also affordable, was
that instead of buying big packs for spice powders, people would
prefer smaller portions.
In 1985, the concept of flexible packaging was new to India. How did you convince yourself and others associated with the company to start a new venture for flexible packaging? I belonged to a non-business background and needed to be
firm on my decision to start this venture. Back then, although
flexible packaging was at its nascent stage, it had huge potential
to expand in future. So I was convinced of the lucrative growth
prospects of this industry. Also, the need for flexible packaging
among the masses made my decision even stronger.
“India is an emerging country
in terms of flexible packaging”
“India is an emerging country
in terms of flexible packaging”
…asserts Ashok Chaturvedi, Founder Chairman & Managing Director, UFLEX Ltd, who has pioneered the growth of the flexible packaging industry in India. Demonstrating innovativeness and entrepreneurial skills, he applied latest international technologies to design packing material, which adapted to customers’ needs, winning markets globally. In a tête-à-tête with Vishakha Avachat-Naware, he highlights the promising future of the flexible packaging industry in India.
IN CONVERSATION WITH: Ashok Chaturvedi
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 25
As a first-generation entrepreneur, what challenges did you face during the company’s inception and later? Two major challenges that every business
aspirant has to face are funds and
manpower. The challenge for me at that
time was to convince people to join this
company and assure them of a good
career in this field in the future. Making
people aware of flexible packaging and
its demand in our country was a big and
challenging task. Finding appropriate
financial resources was a tough task, as
we started as a micro-scale company. We
began our venture in Noida with a small,
modest shed spanning 100 sq yard. Today,
we have come a long way, from that small
shed to having established a presence in
more than 100 countries.
To whom would you attribute your success to? I attribute my success to the product that
we invented – the portion pack. It was
received successfully in the market and
that motivated me to do a lot more in
this field. I believe that this product has
removed the discrepancy between the rich
and poor due to its cost-effectiveness.
You have been associated with this industry for the past 26 years. How would you describe the progress of flexible packaging in India and worldwide? The packaging industry is the world’s
third largest industry, the first and second
being the crude oil and Fast Moving
Consumer Goods (FMCG) industries,
respectively. The flexible packaging
industry has a growth potential of
6-8 per cent in the near future globally.
India is an emerging country in terms
of flexible packaging and expected to
grow at a faster rate of over 20 per cent
annually.
As compared to the western world
and Asian countries like China, the per
capita consumption of goods packaged
using flexible packaging is less in India.
There is a huge potential in this field,
as flexible packaging will also improve
the hygiene in our country. In order to
maintain the hygiene, it is important that
the product is packed at the same place
where it is manufactured.
India can become the largest
consumer of flexible packaging goods
in the world, if companies here start
packing the following products in this
way: sugar, wheat flour (less than 1 per
cent is currently sold in packed form),
rice, pulses, spices, tea and coffee. Among
liquid products, packaging milk in
cartons and flexible laminates will help
increase the use of flexible packaging.
Edible oils can also be packed in a
similar way.
What are the challenges faced by the flexible packaging industry, in India as well as globally? As we see a high growth potential in
the flexible packaging industry, the
only challenge is to continue updating
and improving the technology used
in it. In glass or metal packaging, the
growth potential is either stagnant
or in negative. Flexible packaging
has less weight, uses less energy, produces
less carbon dioxide and leaves smaller
carbon footprint. Also, it is convenient to
both - consumers and manufacturers.
The awareness is increasing among
consumers. A product is packaged so that
it reaches in its original and fresh form to
the consumer. If the quality is not good,
the consumer can file a lawsuit against
the manufacturer.
What are the latest developments and innovations in this industry? This industry observes new developments
every day. Flexible laminates – made
from raw materials such as Polypropylene
(PP), Biaxially Oriented PP (BOPP)
and Polyethylene Terephthalate
(PET) – are becoming thinner day
by day due to the latest technology
used. The thin laminates ensure
lower cost for both the manufacturers
and consumers. The preform pouch
or Three-Dimensional (3D) pouch,
which has a large amount of filling
area, is a new trend in the industry.
Today, good filling machines are available,
which make the pouches such that
maximum filling area can be achieved.
What has been the toughest business decision you have ever taken? Until the decision is converted into success,
every decision made is difficult. During
the global meltdown in the years 2007
and 2008, we had plans to expand our
company to Jammu in India and to other
countries like UAE and Egypt. People
constantly advised me to reflect on this
decision, but I was convinced that as long
as food and consumer products are being
packed, this industry will not see a fall.
What are your future expansion plans? We are currently present in over 100
countries and plan to further spread in
countries where there is a market for
flexible packaging. Two of our plants are
under construction in the US and Poland.
The Poland plant, located in Poznan, will
produce high-quality polyester packaging
films and is expected to start operations in
May 2012. The plant in the US, located in
Kentucky, is expected to begin operations
in December 2012. We also plan to start
manufacturing plants in other countries
for manufacture of high-grade packaging
Polyethylene (PE) and BOPP films in the
near future.
With the ` 15,000 crore domestic
packaging industry growing at
15-18 per cent annually, we are eyeing
a $ 1-billion turnover by the financial
year 2013. This will make UFLEX
a preferred supplier of packaging
materials in India and globally.
UFLEX Ltd has become synonymous
with the flexible packaging industry
in the country, with a revenue of
$ 750 million and gross capital investment
of $ 700 million worldwide.
Your message to aspiring and upcoming entrepreneurs My message to all aspiring entrepreneurs
would be to enjoy work like they
enjoy holidays. One must be passionate
about the work and not consider it
as a burden.
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Automation in PackagingAutomation in packaging
Flexible futuristic solutions .................................................................................. 28
Automation index
Boosting the bottom line...................................................................................... 34
Small assembly robots
Reducing downtime, enhancing precision ........................................................... 36
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SPECIAL FOCUS
28 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Automation in packaging
is a growing trend as it
ensures better productivity
and efficiency through a
combination of speed and accuracy. Over
the past few years, packaging technology
has undergone a remarkable change, due
to the rising awareness of the Indian
consumer. The modern Indian consumer
looks forward to buying quality products
that are attractively packed, and yet are
hygienic and safe.
Automation advantage The entire packaging industry, inclusive
of pharmaceutical, food & beverages and
confectionary packaging, has witnessed
the benefits of automation. Automation
has influenced packaging processes, in
terms of high rate of packaging (line
speed), accurate filling, perfect sealing,
flexibility in product selection, quality
of packaging, etc. “With the advent of
ultra-modern automation technology,
the packaging process is now completely
integrated with manufacturing process
at the end of the line. Today’s packaging
machines are safe as well as offer hygienic
conditions for packaging,” asserts Sunil
Mehta, General Manager - Technical,
Messung Systems Pvt Ltd, and Assistant
General Manager, Automotive Business
Unit, Messung Group of Companies.
Winds of change are flowing in the
packaging machine industry. Driven by
end customers, the packaging machinery
Original Equipment Manufacturers
(OEMs) are being driven to bring in
innovative technology in the machines
they intend to supply in the market.
Manufacturing efficiency and flexibility
are the buzzwords in the market today.
Decreased product lifecycle and rising
costs are driving manufacturers to push
OEMs to deliver competitive machines
while meeting efficiency and flexibility
requirements. “While globalisation has
created new opportunities for OEMs
outside their home markets, it has
increased competition for OEMs from
suppliers across the world, necessitating
faster response to manufacturers’ machine
requirements with appropriate product
offerings for their survival,” says Khalil
Nathani, General Manager - OEM,
Rockwell Automation India Pvt Ltd.
Meeting manufacturers’ demandsThe packaging machine manufacturers
see re-use of technology modules in
the machine application together with
standards adoption or compliance,
proliferation of development and software
tools, ready availability of training and
access to knowledge & skills as major
factors that influence design and/or
development and adoption of technology.
“Off-the-shelf products, modular machine
design concepts and reusable engineering
content should help reduce costs involved
in machine development continuum,”
states Nathani.
Manufacturers are looking for
machines that are information-enabled
to keep a tab on their manufacturing
facilities in order to help them realise
higher efficiency from their set-ups as they
continuously upgrade their manufacturing
line layouts. This necessitates OEMs to
deploy technology that is future proof
and meets the performance requirements
The tech-savvy and gadget-friendly consumers demand quality products that are attractively packed, hygienic & safe. As growth of the packaging industry is directly proportional to consumer demands, the stiff competition in the market necessitates manufacturers to adopt fast, efficient yet cost-effective packaging processes. Vishakha Avachat-Naware explores the scope of automation technology in the Indian packaging scenario.
Flexible futuristic solutions
SPECIAL FOCUS: Automation in packaging
Courtesy: Baumuller India
30 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
for their machines and gain competitive
advantage for their machines. As the
manufacturing sector witnesses changes
in its demographics, OEMs need
the capability to extend support at
manufacturing locations across the globe
while meeting regional compliances at the
end-user location.
The rising costs of energy & raw
materials and increased awareness towards
social and environmental responsibility
by manufacturers are driving OEMs to
optimise resource management, ie, reduce
waste, carbon footprint & costs and
consider machine & operator safety in their
machines. Thus, automation enables the
capability of packaging machine OEMs
to meet the demands of manufacturers by
deploying a control system that brings in
flexibility, delivers productivity and meets
regulatory compliances.
Potential in Indian scenarioWith regard to the potential of
automation in the Indian packaging
industry, Mehta says, “The packaging
market is primarily driven by growth of
Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
companies, which are witnessing a
double-digit growth (~15 per cent year
on year). Further, there is an ever-growing
need to automate packaging process, as
this will lead to cost-effectively manage
each packaging unit, automate manual
processes and increase the level of
automation of semi-automated processes.
It also means re-evaluating current
automation solutions in light of new,
faster and more economical automation
technology.” Hence, the advent of fast
and more accurate Variable Frequency
Drives (VFDs) and Servo Drives
(Servos), feature packed Programmable
Logic Controllers (PLCs) with single-
axis to multiple-axis control capacity
and integration with vision systems and
high-speed sensors is being observed.
Technology advancements“At Rockwell Automation, we understand
the needs of OEMs and bring together
three fundamental elements of machine
automation, ie, technology, resources
and people. Integrated architecture,
a multidiscipline control platform
that is a scalable, information-enabled
product portfolio, and meets regulatory
compliances. These are standard off-the-
shelf offerings, which is a future proof
technology delivering OEMs’ capability
to meet the demands of manufacturers,”
says Nathani.
Resources that facilitate granularity
in their offerings and tool sets accelerate
the design, development & delivery
of engineering solutions that include
Mechatronic Design Tools facilitating
reliable equipment with optimal sizing of
power elements, software engineering tools
with consistent programming framework
and reusable codes library, templates
for Manufacturing Executions System
(MES) integration & Overall Equipment
Effectiveness (OEE) matrix availability
and diagnostics that is proactive and
preventive, thus increasing lifecycle of
the equipment. Technical consultants,
who are machine domain experts, work
with OEMs with set-ups to enhance
the competency of OEM engineers and
establish proof of concepts.
On similar lines, Mehta informs
about the automation products of his
company. “Messung, as a pioneer in
industrial automation and the first
indigenous PLC manufacturer in India,
has been a dominant player in the field
of automation solutions for packaging
industry since 1981.” Messung has always
taken a lead to provide innovative, cost-
effective and cutting-edge solutions for
packaging. For example, solutions like 6-
axis to 12-axis blister packing machines
or single-axis form-fill-seal machines
have been customised to application
needs, optimised in performance and
economical in nature.
In a nutshell The result of employing good automation
technology is less manual intervention,
reduced wastage of raw material,
increased speed of production, flexible
product change and increased uptime,
safety & energy efficiency.
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Sunil Mehta General Manager - Technical, Messung Systems Pvt Ltd, and Assistant General Manager, Automotive Business Unit, Messung Group of Companies
With the advent of ultra-modern automation technology, the packaging process is now completely integrated with manufacturing process at the end of the line.
Khalil NathaniGeneral Manager - OEM, Rockwell Automation India Pvt Ltd
Off-the-shelf products, modular machine design concepts and reusable engineering content should help reduce costs involved in machine development continuum.
Automation in packaging
SPECIAL FOCUS: Automation index
34 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Manufacturers have always
faced the challenge of
constantly finding new
ways to reduce the cost
of their packaging processes. In today’s
globally connected world, however, the
game is tougher and the stakes are much
higher. To meet the new challenge of
sharply increased global competition,
manufacturers are now being forced
to cut costs more drastically than
ever before.
The shift to automationBy automating manual processes and
increasing the level of automation of semi-
automated processes, packaging convertors
are gaining a competitive edge in the market.
Packaging has traditionally been the realm
of fixed automation, often supplemented
by manual labour to carry out machine
tending and other intermediate process
steps. For some continuous, high-speed,
high-volume processes, fixed automation
remains the best solution. Increasingly,
however, manufacturers are turning to the
use of industrial robots, which offer several
advantages over fixed automation.
Farook Merchant, Chairman &
Managing Director, Messung Group of
Companies, says, “In the Indian automation
scenario, the packaging industry is playing
a pivotal role. With regard to stringent
safety & hygiene standards, particularly in
the food and pharma packaging sectors,
demand for latest automation solutions is
on the rise. Automation is the future of the
packaging industry in terms of consistency
and quality control.” The requirements
for packaging machines are just as diverse
as the properties, formats and materials
of the products to be packaged, apart
from hygiene & freshness (especially in
packaging of food), aesthetics, presentation,
design and logistics of goods, all of which
play a crucial role. Packaging design is
subject to ever-changing fashion trends, so
packaging machines must also be highly
flexible. In addition to demand for small
production lots and higher production
speed, traceability and complete electronic
process documentation & validation must
be ensured.
Packaging, palletising, depalletising
and order picking are logistical tasks
characteristics of the packaging industry.
These could previously be performed only
by employing huge manpower. Today,
automation technology is being inducted
in manufacturing plants at a faster speed
and more flexibly than ever before. Unlike
dedicated machines and systems that are
tailored for a specific product, automatic
intelligent packaging lines can be adapted
to changing products types. Due to rapidly
As developing economies result in new consumer markets, new sources of low-cost labour and increased manufacturing competition, the pressure on packaging convertors to increase their level of automation will most likely continue to grow as well. Annabel Dsouza analyses the key trends and innovations making headway in the world of packaging automation.
Boosting thebottom line
Courtesy: Marchesini Group
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changing product variants, hard automation
is no longer a cost-effective solution.
Process optimisation and controlComputer-aided design is making headway
into packaging processes. Most companies
are turning to designing solutions before
finally adding new assembly lines. With
increasing use of technology, companies
are working on simulation techniques
before the actual process, to test physical
parameters, reduce iterations and cycle
times. EtherCAT-based control technology
is considered as an ideal solution for
automation of the entire process chain
for individual packaging machines and
complete packaging lines. For the packaging
machine, there are high-performance
automation systems with motherboards,
especially designed for industrial
applications, compact embedded controls,
a wide range of electronic input/output
terminals, versatile servo drive technology,
cost-effective stepper motor technology,
the high-speed EtherCAT fieldbus &
motion control software and control panels
as operating display units. With regard to
computing power, complexity and cost, a
scalable control solution can be created for
any packaging machine from the integrated
modular product range.
More functions like motion control,
condition monitoring, robotics, etc are
moving over into the software and controlled
by an interactive control system, making
the control architecture lean. In addition,
hardware is becoming increasingly compact,
thus decreasing space requirements in the
control cabinet. However, automation control
offers even more advantages; eg, integration
of condition monitoring in the controller
improves diagnostic options and simplifies
error handling, which results in optimised
machine efficiency. At the press of a button,
the set-up controller can access the complete
packaging line and simultaneously monitor
the procedure. Jitendra Devlia, Managing
Director, Engel Machinery India Pvt Ltd,
says, “In the simple view, the sequence of
operations on a packaging line is displayed
in the form of a circle. Individual actions
are visualised graphically in their temporal
sequence, creating a clear and simple view of
the automatic operations. Furthermore, the
operator can control the several processes at
the same time.”
Computer-based controlThe universality and openness of computer-
based control technology, in terms of both
hardware and software interfaces, help
machine manufacturers to adapt their
systems to diverse and ever-changing
requirements without high implementation
costs. EtherCAT integrates Programmable
Logic Controller (PLC) and motion control
functions and controls the individual
process steps of the packaging machines
with high performance. A wide range of
software modules for different packaging
tasks such as cam plates, synchronisation
and interpolating movement of several
axes help manufacturers reduce downtime
and enhance productivity.
Future focus The demand for automation in packaging
in India is not comparable with that in
Japan, the US or European countries,
as they adopt an extremely high level
of automation in their processes. This
demand in India is rising, but Indian
companies need to first streamline their
processes and then move to a higher level
of automation. Clear command structures,
a readily comprehensible program design
and extensive help functions make today’s
robots easier to program.
Another cost-saving measure is using
integrated motors and drives. Devlia
concludes, “In keeping with rigorous
cost-to-quality margins of packaging
machinery, today’s packaging automation
industry is witnessing a trend for highly
integrated production cells, supplied as
single source, turn-key systems.”
Email: annabel.dsouza@infomedia18.in
Farook MerchantChairman & Managing Director, Messung Group of Companies
With regard to stringent safety & hygiene standards, particularly in the food and pharma packaging sectors, demand for latest automation solutions is on the rise.
Jitendra DevliaManaging Director, Engel Machinery India Pvt Ltd
In keeping with rigorous cost-to-quality margins of packaging machinery, today’s packaging automation industry is witnessing a trend for highly integrated production cells, supplied as single source, turn-key systems.
Automation index
Courtesy: Motion Control Robotics
SPECIAL FOCUS: Smal l assembly robots
36 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Throughout most of the
20th century, propelled by
the dynamic growth of the
consumer society, packaging
has greatly benefited from dedicated,
fixed-automation machines, which
offered previously unachievable scales
of economy. Yet, fixed automation has
its drawbacks, as each machine has to
be specially built to handle a specific
product. Furthermore, changing a
product’s shape or size means buying
expensive new tooling, or even a whole
new machine.
This has other limitations, such
as high maintenance & service costs,
bulky size and open mechanical designs,
which present a danger of injury to
employees. Also, the high cost of fixed
automation limits its use mainly to
high-volume operations with few or no
product changes.
Until recently, the advantages
of fixed automation outweighed
the disadvantages. Manufacturers
had a solution that worked, and without
the fierce new competition f rom
off shore manufactur ing that
globalisation would bring, there was
no compelling reason to do anything
differently. Today, however, the situation
has dramatically changed. To stay in
business, manufacturers must find new,
less costly and more flexible alternatives
to fixed automation.
The solution: Small assembly robotsA class
of robot
arms often
referred to
as small assembly robots provides
just such an alternative. Despite their
name, small assembly robots can carry
out a wider variety of tasks than just
assembly. These include various
material-handling and other
functions involved in upstream
packaging processes, eg, pick
& place, loading & unloading,
package forming, product
insertion, etc, as well as secondary
operations such as labelling, testing
and inspection. In terms of size, small
assembly robots have a payload capacity
up to 20 kg (44 pound) and reach up to
1,300 mm (51 inch).
Four-axis SCARA versus 6-axis articulated robotsAssembly robots are of two basic
types: four-axis Selective Compliance
Articulated Robot Arm (SCARA)
robots and six-axis articulated robots.
A SCARA’s arm segments, or links,
are compliant, ie, they can move freely,
but only in a single geometrical plane.
The first two links of a SCARA swivel Courtesy: Denso Robotics
Reducingdowntime,
enhancingprecision
Packaging manufacturers often face the challenge of reducing production costs. Although traditional, fixed-automation solutions are in use, rising competition has forced a majority of packaging manufacturers to employ small assembly robots. Here, we find the reasons for the success of these more flexible alternatives in the manufacturing world.
38 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
left and right in the horizontal plane.
The third link consists of a metal rod
called a quill, which holds the robot’s
end effector, such as a gripper. The quill
moves up and down in the vertical plane
and rotates around its vertical axis, but
cannot tilt at an angle.
This unique design gives four-axis
SCARA robots a high degree of rigidity,
which allows them to move fast and
with high repeatability. In packaging
applications, four-axis SCARA robots
excel at high-speed pick & place and
other material-handling tasks.
Six-axis articulated robots have two
additional joints than four-axis SCARA
robots, and hence more freedom of
movement. The first link swivels in the
horizontal plane like a SCARA, while
the second two links move in the vertical
plane. Also, six-axis articulated robots
have a forearm and two wrist joints,
which help them perform the same types
of movements that a human forearm
and wrist can do. The additional joints
of six-axis articulated robots mean that
they can pick up a part no matter how it
is oriented off the horizontal plane, and
insert it into a package that may require
a special angle of approach. They can
perform many other operations that
might otherwise call for the dexterity of
a human operator.
Advantages in packaging operationsThe most important benefit of small
assembly robots in packaging operations
is their lower cost. Hence, robots have a
lower initial cost – and thus a quicker
Return On Investment (ROI) – their
high degree of flexibility, small size
and low maintenance requirements
give them a lower overall cost. Both
fixed automation and robots can carry
out packaging tasks more efficiently,
consistently and cost-effectively than
manual labour. Robots have the added
advantage of being able to fill in
automation gaps – manually performed
tasks that may still exist in an otherwise
automated line – usually because a
fixed-automation solution would be
expensive.
Unlike fixed automation, which
must be specially designed for a
particular process, robots are modular,
off-the-shelf automation systems that
can be adapted to a process with relative
ease, greatly reducing the need for costly
design engineering. Also, robot workcells
have a smaller footprint than fixed
automation machines. When necessary,
a robot can be moved to an entirely
different process and repurposed, thus
reducing equipment investment.
Robots do not require expensive
new tooling when the product changes.
Often, a relatively simple modification of
the software program and, if necessary,
a different end effector are needed.
This can be particularly beneficial to
manufacturers and contract packagers
with small lot sizes requiring frequent,
fast changeovers.
W hen equipped with a
multifunctional gripper or automatic
tool exchanger, a single robot
can perform more than one function,
such as loading & unloading a product,
presenting the product for inspection
& labelling and then inserting
it into a packaging container.
It can also handle multiple product
sizes and shapes, all on the fly, without
interrupting production. Vision systems
and other options such as conveyor
tracking can be easily installed,
extending the robot ’s capabilities
still further.
Another important advantage of
robots is that their internal mechanisms
are sealed inside protective coverings.
This gives them lower maintenance
requirements than fixed automation
machines, whose motors and mechanical
parts are usually left open and can get
damaged from dirt & debris.
Offering big gains Small assembly robots save workers
f rom tedious assembly line jobs,
lower maintenance and help increase
production, which is faster, more
efficient and precise and provide
cost savings. Courtesy: Denso Robotics
10 things to look for when choosing a robot
1. Experience and reputation of manufacturer: Manufacturer must be an established industry leader whose robots have stood the test of time.
2. Documented MTBF: Robots are often required to operate 2-3 shifts per day, every day of the year so they must be reliable. Manufacturers can furnish documentation of the robots’ Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).
3. High maximum allowable moment of inertia: The higher the maximum allowable moment of inertia, the more easily the robot can lift and move a given size of payload, putting less strain on its motors and resulting in a longer working life.
4. Continuous-duty cycle time: When comparing robot cycle times, ask if the figures given are for continuous duty or only shorter bursts of an hour or less. If the latter, the robot will have to operate at a slower speed in normal operation.
5. Compact, efficient robot design: A compact robot design with small footprint makes integration easier and saves valuable factory floor space. Designs with concealed air and electrical lines keep the lines from interfering with other equipment, and protecting them from wear & damage, reduce overall costs.
6. Robot controller features: Small size & weight; fast processing speed; modular expandability, to accommodate additional peripheral equipment without having to purchase a new controller; ease of integration with a vision system, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) or other devices; and ease of servicing.
7. Affordable offline programming software: The offline programming software being offered must not include unnecessarily expensive, advanced features.
8. Low energy consumption: Efficiently designed, lightweight robot arms require less power, so their motors draw less electrical current. This can result in significant long-term cost-savings.
9. Safety codes: To protect employees and limit the company’s liability, verify that the robot meets or exceeds all current safety codes.
10. Short training: Unnecessarily long training can result in excessive unproductive employee time and travel costs.
Source: Denso Robotics
Smal l assembly robots
The food and beverage industry
in India has blossomed from
an unorganised sector to an
economic powerhouse, which
has been led by significant national
and international participation. This
development has resulted in an increase
in demand for beverage packaging. As
a market leader in the food & beverage
packaging industry, KHS Machinery Pvt
Ltd can provide the right platform to
enter this burgeoning industry, which is
expected to grow at 34.3 per cent to reach
$ 226.4 billion by 2012.
Yatindra R Sharma, Managing
Director, KHS Machinery Pvt Ltd, says,
“There is a huge demand for packaging
in the beverage sector. Sectors like soft
drinks, juices, etc, are growing in volumes
year after year. This is a positive sign for
this industry.” KHS is a global leader and
solution provider of the first choice in
the packaging industry, catering to mainly
beverage and food applications with
a focus on complete turnkey solutions.
Headquartered in Germany, the company
has manufacturing facilities across the
globe, with several plants in Germany, the
US, Brazil, Mexico, China and India.
Cutting-edge infrastructureKHS started its operation in India to
cater to the needs of Indian as well as
neighbouring markets. Eike-Sebastian
Hagen, Executive Vice President -
Operations, KHS Machinery Pvt Ltd,
says, “This step has brought us closer to
our customers and saved the shipping
cost, taxes and time.”
Previously, the company had a facility
in Vatva Gujarat Industrial Development
Corporation (GIDC) in Ahmedabad,
but with rising business demands,
the facility was shifted to the present
location in 2007. The present state-
of-the-art manufacturing facility with
a production space of 25,000 sq m is
built over a sprawling landscape of
110,000 sq m, complete with a modern
technology centre to cater to all training
needs of the esteemed customers and
other stakeholders.
The facility has three main production
halls and a material storage area right in
front of these halls to reduce time &
energy required to get the materials from
faraway places. It also has a packaging
unit, a spare part shop, paint shop with
two cabins for small & big items, blasting
area and a quality assurance department.
Unique shop-floor practicesThe production halls have a well organised
system of working. “All production floors
are divided into five zones indicated by
proper floor markings. One employee is
assigned to each zone. Thus, in case of any
difficulty, we contact the zone incharge to
resolve the problem,” notes Hagen.
under one roofComplete solutions
Photo: Vijaykumar Soneji
40 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Complete solutionsFACILIT Y VISIT: KHS Machiner y Pvt Ltd
Massive influx of consumers into the urban food market has resulted in a swift and sustained increase in beverage processing and packaging operations. Moreover, the industry in India has witnessed a significant international participation, leading this growth to a higher level. Among such companies is KHS Machinery Pvt Ltd, a market leader in this segment. Avani Jain tracks the company’s journey so far and the milestones it has achieved.
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 41
Offering complete solutionsThe company provides full-line packaging
solution to customers. Hagen details, “The
complete packaging solution provided for
glass line where returnable glass bottles
are packed in returnable crates include
the following: depalletiser, crate conveyor,
crate washer, unpacker, bottle conveyor,
bottle washer for cleaning the bottles, filler
with cleaning system, pasteuriser, labeller,
packer and palletiser. All these enable
gentle handling, accurate & fast stacking
of finished goods.”
The company also provides packaging
solution for Polyethylene Terephthalate
(PET) bottles, eg, blow moulder, filler &
capper, bottle conveyor, labeller, shrink
packer, pack conveyor, palletiser and pallet
conveyor. “We also manufacture carton,
erector, carton packer for unfolding
the carton and carton sealer. There is a
difference between packaging solution
for PET and glass bottles. In case of
packaging solution for PET, everything
else is manufactured in India, but the blow
moulder comes from the parent company
in Germany,” notes Hagen.
Quality assurance The company is quality conscious and has
taken various steps to check the quality
at every level. Hagen notes, “We often
visit our vendors and train them to ensure
that they deliver good quality. After the
products reach the factory, they are tested
first so that only good products reach our
production floor. The quality assurance
department checks the quality at every level
till the machine is made. After all internal
tests, we invite the customer to check the
machine. The machine is dispatched only
after the customer accepts it.
Research & developmentThe company is constantly involved
in research. “We will soon be entering
the milk and aseptic juices market
with the help of our German partners,
where we will design low-capacity
& highly efficient aseptic plants.
The second area of innovation will
be the flexible packaging space,”
informs Sharma.
Although the company is mainly
involved in assembling activities as
per the design given by the parent
company, it has the freedom to do some
engineering work keeping in mind the
requirements in India. “We receive most
of the designs from Germany, few from
our partners in Brazil and the pouching
technology comes from Florida. Hence,
we are majorly involved in assembling
of machines. Most parts come from
local markets or Germany. In case of
special demands from Indian customers,
we are allowed to make few changes to
adapt to local needs,” notes Hagen.
Employee developmentWith a workforce strength of over
300 employees, the company has taken
every possible step for their development.
Hagen says, “The company organises
workshops for employees where
they are encouraged to think of new
ideas through which they can further
improve, save time and money.
These ideas are collected & implemented
and, the employee who gives the best
idea or solution is rewarded.”
Major achievementsThe company has grown tremendously
well over the years. Sharma notes,
“Our achievements include setting
up of a global level facility. Not many
companies take the initiative to start
as a 100 per cent outsourcing model,
but we have done it and have been
successful too.”
Future focusThe major focus of the company
is on the local market followed
by international markets. Sharma
concludes, “We are looking forward
to sell KHS technology in wider
markets. In future, the beverage
industry will go for bigger capacities,
with a focus on energy efficiency and
carbon footprint reduction. Accordingly,
we will have to adjust technology
solutions.”
Email: avani.jain@infomedia18.in
Yatindra R SharmaManaging Director
In future, the beverage industry will go for bigger capacities, with a focus on energy effi ciency and carbon footprint reduction. Accordingly, we will have to adjust technology solutions.
KHS Machiner y Pvt Ltd
The paint shop Labeller for putting labels on bottles Production hallPhoto: Vijaykumar Soneji
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 43
Pharmaceutical PackagingPharmaceutical packaging
Delivering smart solutions ...................................................................................... 44
R&D in pharma packaging
Cutting-edge solutions for drug safety .................................................................. 48
In-line quality control
For a true zero-fault packaging ...............................................................................52
Modern format retailing
Enhancing product visibility ...................................................................................54
SWOT analysis of screen printing
Innovating for superior image quality .....................................................................58
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 43
INSIGHT & OUTLOOK
INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Pharmaceut ical packaging
44 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
The Indian pharmaceutical
packaging business is
evolving into a specialised
industry. This is supported
by an increasing confidence of
developed countries in domestic
pharmaceutical companies. Moving
away from mainly focussing on generic
products, pharmaceutical companies do
not emphasise much on the quality and
consistency of the primary packaging
material as well as product branding.
This has led to the pharma packaging
industry evolving into a specialised
sector.
With advancements in technologies,
the type and form of pharmaceutical
packaging are also changing at a rapid
pace. Drug packagers are working
to reduce cost of packaging and,
consequently, the industry is also
expanding.
Pharma versus non-pharma packagingGenerally, there is no distinction among
packaging industries about whether
they belong exclusively to pharma
packaging or other industries. However,
many packaging industries maintain
their exclusivity, contributing towards
the pharma sector. Currently, logistics
companies in India and worldwide have
specialised chambers and temperature-
controlled divisions for transporting
pharmaceutical cargo, which is of high
importance in terms of quality and
timeliness.
AVPS Chakravarthi, Managing
Director, Ecobliss India Pvt Ltd, says,
“The segmentation can be individual
or a combination of two or more in
segments like blister packs, vials, tubes,
caps & closures, blow-fill seals, bottles
for suspensions, tubes, blow-moulded
containers, thermoforming blisters,
bulk drug containers apart f rom
regular printed boxes, labels, flexible
laminates, etc.” Although most of the
above segments cater to non-pharma
industries like Fast Moving Consumer
Goods (FMCG), electrical/electronics,
etc, the packaging industries supplying
to pharma industries maintain their
uniqueness because of the high
standards they need to adhere to.
Areas to work onWhile the Indian pharma industry is
highly advanced, with the highest number
of US Food and Drug Administration
(USFDA)-approved plants outside the
US, it has yet to embrace the pressure-
sensitive technology like most other
countries. More than 60 per cent of
the labelling in India is still wet glue
With the Indian pharmaceutical industry witnessing a steady growth, thanks to efforts of Indian pharma companies, India has become the preferred destination for pharma investments. Anwesh Koley analyses how Indian companies are working towards delivering the best packaging solutions to their end-consumers.
Courtesy: Helvoet Pharma
46 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
– the conventional form of labelling.
Innovations are happening more rapidly
in the self-adhesive and pressure-
sensitive label technology, which have
been adopted by most other industries
like healthcare, personal care, durables
industry, automobiles, etc.
The pharma industry is not far
behind today. The need for advanced
labelling requirements with respect
to regulations, applications and
functionability are increasing with
each passing day and major players in
the packaging and labelling industry
are able to address these needs with
products like low migration labels,
hanging labels, booklet labels, blood
bag labels, syringe labels, etc.
Dr A K Sinha, Vice President-
Formulation, Morepen Laboratories
Ltd, says, “A step in this direction is
through the barcoding industry. The
barcoding industry received a fillip
with the onset of the retail evolution in
India and is gaining ground across all
formats of sale and a cross section of
industries. As traceability increasingly
becomes the need of the hour, the new
track-&-trace and Two-Dimensional
(2D) coding will bring in the next level
of security for tertiary, secondary &
primary packs, giving companies and
government traceability of products,
which will ensure patient safety. Also,
government regulations on track &
trace have given the barcoding industry
an excellent growth opportunity.”
Witnessing improvement While there has been a tremendous
improvement in developing new drugs
and new molecules, the packaging
industry in India is still to catch up with
the pace of innovations that happened
in products that the packages need to
contain. However, off late, there have
been significant initiatives in packaging
as well.
“Most countries have minimised the
use of heavy drums, which contribute
to massive transport costs when
shipped empty to the manufacturing
facility. Polypropylene collapsible bags,
with corrugated board lining, have
been extensively used outside India for
carrying bulk drugs or intermediates.
This trend is slowly being adopted
in India as well,” adds Chakravarthi.
Similarly, packaging supplied to
formulation industries has seen a
dramatic development in the recent past
to catch up with global requirements.
Smart packaging using Radio-Frequency
Identification (RFID) technologies is
set to grow in the coming years with
demand from the user industry.
Driven by an increasing demand
for quality, innovations in pharma
packaging have also been pushed in
the same direction. Manufacturers
of pharma packaging have started to
invest in more modern machinery in
order to maximise outputs and reach a
higher quality level. This trend is also
supported by pharma companies that
export their products to other countries
and regions as well as upcoming biotech
companies. For these companies, stable
supply and a high product quality are
key success factors as far as packaging
is concerned. This also has an impact on
the producers of the raw materials and
glass tubing, which is used by converter
companies to produce pharmaceutical
containers.
Ensuring highest drug qualityPharma packaging products represent
the starting point of the value chain. The
quality of the packaging product affects
all subsequent steps within the process
and its steady supply is a prerequisite to
make medical products available when
required. In a time when countries
across the globe are investing heavily
in their pharmaceutical industries to
ensure consumer satisfaction, India has
also shown improvement in terms of
quality. However, there remain areas
where India needs to gear up and
adopt more advanced labelling and
barcoding methods in order to counter
the manufacture of spurious drugs
and ensure stringent quality practiced
worldwide.
Email: anwesh.koley@infomedia18.in
AVPS ChakravarthiManaging Director, Ecobliss India Pvt Ltd
Polypropylene collapsible bags, with corrugated board lining, have been extensively used outside India for carrying bulk drugs or intermediates. This trend is slowly being adopted in India as well.
Dr A K SinhaVice President-Formulation, Morepen Laboratories Ltd
As traceability becomes the need of the hour, the new track-&-trace and 2D coding will bring in the next level of security for tertiary, secondary & primary packs, thus giving companies and government traceability of products, which will ensure patient safety.
Pharmaceut ical packaging
48 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Constant efforts by the global
pharma industry to improvise
in terms of quality and
higher productivity have
made Research & Development (R&D)
an important step for the Indian pharma
industry. Sundeep Prabhu, Assistant Vice
President-Sales & Marketing, Schott
Glass India Pvt Ltd, says, “Our R&D
initiatives are focussed on improving the
quality of our glass tubing products. This
includes aspects like dimensional quality
& tight tolerances and high cosmetic
quality. Our approach is to assure the
quality of our products at each step. R&D
efforts examine the entire process from
glass composition and processing to final
packaging for shipment.”
R&D in pharmaPackaging needs of pharma companies
are evolving continuously, and this has
prompted packaging providers to devise
innovative methods to ensure higher
packaging safety & product efficiency.
“To ensure best cosmetic quality, we have
introduced a non-stop optoelectronic
monitoring process so that the glass
tubing supplied to our customers has no
design flaws. We are also optimising the
packaging of our products. A scratch-
resistant coating of the tubing and other
sturdy packaging products ensure high
cosmetic quality of our glass tubing during
shipment,” adds Prabhu.
Besides ensuring design quality and
innovation, companies need to focus on
dimensional accuracy to enable converters
supply the pharma industry with packaging
solutions that offer excellent performance
on high-speed lines by ensuring low
breakage risk and constant filling levels.
Prabhu says, “Through scientific services
that we offer, customers can benefit from
our experience in glass production. With
our individual consulting services, we cover
fields such as process evaluation & fault
analysis and offer advice on specifications
& regulations.”
Ashish Moghe, Market Manager-
Pharma, Avery Dennison (India) Pvt Ltd,
says, “The labels industry has also started
evolving with this movement of pharma
industry, though slower than expected.
With constant R&D being undertaken
in this sector, the cut & stack labelling
is slowly fading away. As regulatory laws
become stringent, awareness is increasing of
pressure-sensitive technology, adaptability
to global packaging trends and requirement
for high productivity, speed, accuracy &
appearance.”
Currently, companies in the pharma
packaging space have to deal with high quality
requirements form pharma companies as
well as ensure cost-effectiveness through
Cutting-edge solutions for drug safety
Courtesy: Nelipak
INSIGHT & OUTLOOK : R&D in pharma packaging
As regulatory requirements become more stringent, the Indian packaging industry is preparing aggressively to enter the global pharma sector and compete with international players. Anwesh Koley highlights the R&D initiatives undertaken by pharma packaging companies to ensure the highest quality and safety standards.
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economies in production. Some specific
areas of development have been focussed
on, such as better patient safety through
low migratory packaging, higher adherence
to medical standards through booklet labels,
higher functionality of packaging materials
through hanger labels and anti-counterfeit
and tamper evidence through luminescent
labels, Infrared (IR) tags, etc.
Challenges on the way The pharma packaging space has several
limitations, which make it difficult
to move away from the conventional
methods. “The key challenge we are faced
with is educating our partners along the
entire value chain about processing of
glass with all its facets. This includes
special topics like drug-container
interaction, adsorption, chemical
resistance, stability of packaging and
freeze-drying (lyophilisation) of certain
pharmaceutical agents,” says Prabhu.
Moghe elaborates, “In India,
historically, the medium for decoration
and labelling has been wet glue, so bulk
of the market still includes wet glue.
The technology has its limitations in
terms of of speed, efficiency, tracking,
traceability and hygiene. Also, the
awareness of the importance of and the
technology behind Pressure-Sensitive
(PS) labels is limited, creating an urgent
need for educating the end-users.”
Most companies have undertaken
various initiatives to educate consumers
as well as prospective packaging
companies. “Launched in India in 2010,
our FIOLAX® Academy programme
serves as a complete technical and
scientific customer advisory service to
our partners in the pharma industry,”
informs Prabhu. Another challenge is
the awareness & application of these
technologies among printers, but
large companies are taking the lead in
educating the printers and end-users
about new trends and technologies.
The Government has taken the
initiative to move towards track and
trace solutions. This will give way to
advanced platforms such as PS labels in
the near future.
Where does India stand?India is one of the key and emerging
markets identified as a growth country
among the BRIC countries (Brazil,
Russia, India and China). The biggest
opportunity for Indian companies
arises from patent expiries estimated at
$ 80 billion in revenue in the next two years.
Moghe asserts, “With the ultra-modern
manufacturing infrastructure entering at
a fast pace in pharma companies, expert
human resources, wide range of products
across all therapies, investments in R&D
and growing recognition of quality in
international markets, the Indian pharma
industry is all set to catapult into the
global pharma space.”
Adding to this is the expanding
domestic market with a huge population
and more aware citizens, higher reach and
wide availability of medicines, increasing
medical insurance and growth of chronic
diseases. With increased presence of
global multinational companies in the
country, the demand for high-quality
and convenience-based products will also
increase. “The Indian pharma packaging
market is roughly divided into 75 per cent
of rigid packaging and 25 per cent flexible.
Future growth in the flexible industry will
be higher as more and more manufacturers
are moving in this direction,” says Prabhu.
In developed countries, the percentage
of flexible packaging is much higher.
The packaging business is an emerging
industry in India and will grow in terms
of quality, innovation and consistency of
the product due to the global exposure.
Great expectationsGlobally, the pharmaceutical packaging
market is expected to grow by an average
of 6.9 per cent each year to reach a
total volume of $ 69 billion by 2015. In
contrast to emerging markets like India,
China and Russia, where an increased
demand for packaging is mainly based on
the strong growth of the pharmaceutical
market, new application solutions such as
syringes and injection systems with safe
& user-friendly features are promoting
the growth on an international level.
Email: anwesh.koley@infomedia18.in
Sundeep PrabhuAssistant Vice President-Sales & Marketing, Schott Glass India Pvt Ltd
The key challenge is educating our partners along the entire value chain. This includes drug-container interaction, adsorption, chemical resistance, stability of packaging and freeze-drying (lyophilisation) of certain pharmaceutical agents.
Ashish MogheMarket Manager-Pharma, Avery Dennison (India) Pvt Ltd
In India, the medium for decoration and labelling has been wet glue, so bulk of the market still includes wet glue. The technology has its limitations in terms of speed, effi ciency, tracking, traceability and hygiene.
R&D in pharma packaging
INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: In - l ine qual i ty control
52 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Marco Lideo
Until some years ago,
companies supply ing
packaging to the pharma
industry delivered their
cartons several days or weeks before
they were needed. The cartons would be
stored at the packing and filling plant,
where Quality Control (QC) personnel
would ascertain whether they met with
brand specifications. These activities
have changed with the advent of lean,
just-in-time manufacturing.
Today, the same packaging is delivered
straight to the filling line, and is done
not in advance but when actually needed.
There is no time for a detailed analysis
of the package received, so minimal
checks are done by QC personnel from
packer-fillers. Thus, the delivery must
be not only ‘on time in full’, but also
‘zero fault’.
In-line production monitoring Packer-fillers have put the onus on the
packaging maker for carrying out most
of their own Quality Assurance (QA)
process. The packaging manufacturer
is required to supply Certificates of
Analysis and Certificates of Conformity,
along with batch samples, before their
delivery is accepted. Thus, the packaging
manufacturer must prove that every
carton they supply is perfect. This means
that the packaging maker must have a
robust QA throughout production, along
with thorough testing before dispatch.
In manufacturing terms, this means
that the plant’s folder-gluer lines are
the process that the cartons go through;
hence, these are the last line of defence
against manufacture of products that do
not conform to the given specifications.
Folder-gluers are machines at the end
of a carton manufacturing process,
which fold and glue the printed, foiled,
hologrammed, embossed and die-cut
blank into a recognisable carton, making
it ready for the filling line.
Typically, a folder-gluer runs at
several hundred metres a minute, often
churning out in excess of a hundred
thousand straight-line cartons, or tens
of thousands of crash-locks, in each hour
of production. Long before ‘zero fault’
packaging contracts became popular,
folder-gluer lines were supplemented
by simple detection systems, which
monitored correct application of
the adhesive used to glue the carton
flaps prior to their folding. These
systems allowed operators to rectify a
problem and remove any poorly glued
or unglued cartons. Over the years,
these glue detection systems became
more sophisticated, allowing the user
to identify small variations in gluing
patterns or the amounts applied, on a
wide range of substrates.
These adhesive monitoring systems
have also proved to be the perfect
platform on which additional QC
checks can be supported. Add-ons to
adhesive monitoring systems have been
developed, which can check that two
cartons are not fed together; the carton
has correct pharma codes and barcodes
printed on it; it has a film window; and
check its print-to-cut registration if the
sheet was not die-cut on a machine
with a dynamic register system. Modern
folder-gluers integrate or interface with
such systems, and many lines offer
‘flipper ejectors’ that instantly remove
non-conforming cartons from the line
without affecting production speed.
Quality is a prerequisite for any manufacturer supplying packaging to pharma companies, and thus the packaging industry must follow strict specifications. Various technical developments made today will help the packaging industry offer innovative products and services with added value to customers.
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Technology advancementsTwo latest developments in the add-
on systems are Braille scanning and
print quality checking. Both are key
determinants in ensuring that every
carton reaching the filling line is in
compliance with the specifications laid
down by the brand owner.
Systems like Braille-Scan read
every carton passing through a folder-
gluer and check the Braille applied
against a reference sample, ejecting
any non-conforming samples. Capable
of scanning every single carton in a
run, even at high running speeds of
modern folder-gluers, Braille-Scan also
translates the Braille on the carton into
the operator’s own language, displaying
it on a monitor so that operators can
double check its correctness.
The latest development in the in-
line QC is scanning and checking of the
print on cartons as they pass through
the folder-gluer, way beyond the
simple checking of bar codes. This offers
the prospect of independent, automatic
and auditable checking of the print
on every carton that leaves the plant.
Automated QC is the last chance for
the packaging manufacturer to remove
faulty products without resorting to
hand sorting.
Bobst – a leading Swiss manufacturer
– produces systems that check the
print on each sheet produced by the
flexographic presses it manufactures
for printing corrugated boards. The
company has developed iQ300 devices,
creating sophisticated register control
systems for its web-fed gravure presses.
Using two high-definition Registron®
cameras, the iQ300 systems on flexo
presses manufactured by Bobst can scan
the entire printed sheet. The analysis
system, which is designed for the ultra
high rate of data flow received from the
cameras during production, checks for
differences between the scan and the
reference image for that job. Depending
on the settings defined for the run –
the high and low priority areas of the
sheet, size and type of defect that are
permissible, etc – the defective sheet
can be automatically ejected in real
time, without affecting production.
True ‘zero fault’ packagingTaking a technology that is designed
to scan a 2100 mm × 1300 mm sheet
running at 12,000 sheets per hour and
adapting it to scan an extremely small
pharma carton, but one that runs 10 times
faster, is a huge challenge. Nevertheless,
Bobst is all set to deliver fully featured
print scanning QC modules that can
be retro-fitted to most of the huge
installed base of folder-gluers in the
field. This will bring even closer the
packaging manufacturers’ ultimate aim
of supplying truly ‘zero fault’ packaging
to their customers.
A nuclear engineering graduate,
Marco Lideo joined Bobst in
2001. He is currently
Marketing & Sales Director for
folder-gluer products worldwide.
Email: marco.lideo@bobstgroup.com
In- l ine qual i ty control
INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Modern format retai l ing
54 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
P V Narayanan
The Indian market is
witnessing rapid urbanisation
and, by 2020, nearly 140
million people are expected
to enter the urban life and overall 700
million will urbanise. Between now and
2020, the Indian per capita is all set to
quadruplicate. Currently, 50 per cent of
India’s population is less than 20 years
of age and 64 per cent below 34 years.
This has two features. First, the current
population group is a strong market
mover and, second, 3-4 decades later, the
market needs will probably change and
package designers may have to address to
a different population segment, innovation
for an elder-friendly population.
Changes in the offingAlthough modern retailing is still growing
in single digit, this growth is expected
to increase considerably. An analysis of
the organised retail pie would clearly
differentiate the package type needs.
Though food and grocery is more visible
at 14 per cent, it is the apparel sector that
accounts for 36 per cent of the retail pie,
closely followed by jewellery & watches.
Irrespective of the end population
(market) segment, the modern
format retail will have a direct
influence and impact on packaging.
Bulk packaging for fresh food, food raw
materials for food processing and efficient
movement to food processing centres will
be a challenge in itself. Package design
for consumer packs of fresh food, fruits,
vegetables, poultry, meat, eggs, etc will
demand a different approach. Supply
chain efficiency & control will see
tighter tolerances and quality standards
for speed and efficiency of larger volume
processing and packing lines. Inventory
management tools like bar code and
Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID)
will have a greater role and will be used
more extensively.
Array of pack sizesMajor changes are expected in packaging
trends, one of which will be a considerable
increase in the use of various pack
sizes. The modern large retail format
consumer will have little use for the single-
use pack and prefer multi-unit packs. Family
size packs will witness large sale volumes,
with contribution from factor of economy.
Product Stock-Keeping Units (SKUs) will
also witness multiplication with branded
ones. In the competitive situation, they
need to occupy more shelf space. More
SKUs will offer wider choices. The
implication will be increased number
of shorter runs and demand for more
innovative designs and, simultaneously,
major changes in packaging trends.
The package design for the supermarket
shelf should emphasise on:
The rising purchasing power of the growing middle class in India, increasing youth population and changing customer taste are transforming lifestyles and spending patterns. This trend is slowly giving way to a modern, more organised form of retailing. With buyers today more open to experimentation, organised retailing has opened up opportunities for packagers as a one-stop shop for an array of products. Thus, packagers must follow modern format retailing to maximise their shelf visibility.
product visibilityEnhancing
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Package form and graphics
modification to maximise shelf
presence
Shelf display packaging that should
multiply its impact as point-of-
purchase display material
Shelf-ready packaging will be tailored
to maximise occupation of shelf
height in a single movement from
CFC secondary carton to shelf, eg, tall
visible packs with maximum impact
and pre-stacked consumer packs in
dispensing packing/easy removable
bonding
More use of ready-to-cook and ready-
to-serve foods will increase variety of
food service packing. Same will be true
for fresh and frozen food packaging
Growth in modern retail format will
witness introduction of more private
labels who will aggressively compete
with established brands. Opportunities
for contract packers will also rise.
Typically, private labels are highly
price conscious in their purchase, so
offer a price advantage to customers
Trendsetters Large form sectors will enter into
processing, reducing waste and improving
delivery & returns. The rapidly growing
middle class will further add to the market.
A shift from saving to spend attitude due
to increasing disposable personal income
with high propensity to spend will boost
the modern format retailing. Consumer
awareness on good health is a major
factor, searching for branded, well
packaged and presented product. A
large percentage of the population is
adventurous, looking for changes and
willing to experiment, and thus demands
product diversification and new products.
In contrast, consumer packaging market
is still in single digits in respect of
labels, caps & closures, metal cans,
printed folding cartons, rigid plastics
and flexible packaging, which hover
at 17-21 per cent. Glass is probably
somewhere in between, with 10 per cent.
The developments seem more in the
areas of flexible, folding board cartons
and rigid plastics.
Growing Indian consumer marketCurrently about 250-300 million strong, the
Indian middle class is estimated to touch
700 million soon. The World Bank defines
the middle class with Purchasing Power
Parity (PPP) of $ 10-20. The National
Council of Applied Economic Research
(NCAER) defines it in terms of income
range of ` 2.0-10.0 lakh. The population
dissection based on household income is
placed at 22 per cent maximum and 13
per cent minimum. About 21 per cent of
the population is considered well off and
19 per cent as not so well off; 52 per cent
of the urban population falls under the
highest income group and 48 per cent in
rural. As 91 per cent of poor income sector
comes from rural group, the rural market is
considered as the robust potential market.
The processed food industry offer huge
growth potential for packaging and increased
product introduction are in flexibles. A
primary reason for growth in the food
sector is increasing health consciousness
and a shift towards branded products. For
example, drinking water in Polyethylene
Terephthalate (PET) bottles; cooking oil in
PET/High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
bottles; alcoholic beverages, ketchup, herbs,
spices in glass bottles. Nearly 50 per cent
demand (unit packs) are from single-serve
packaging, eg, fruits, vegetables & grain mill
products, dairy and baked products, etc.
The chota sachet marketThis concept has revolutionalised the
Indian consumer market and more than
in any other part of the world. Probably
many of such unit dose consumer sachets
in India are a first in the global market.
Cost-effective consumer-convenient and
preferred mode have made such packs
successful, as the consumer continues
to be cost driven. Smaller sachets are
most suitable due to low unit prices and
fits into the requirements of travelling
urban consumers, eg, shampoo, squeeze
toothpaste, edible oils, jams, pickles, etc.
Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) volume growthThis has had a catalytic effect on
packaging. Double-digit growth, lower
prices, discounts, reduced input cost
and recovery in consumer demands have
resulted in a net revenue growth of 10 per
cent. The trends in modern retailing are
influenced by consumer consciousness and
convenience, brand association, satisfying
quality claim, besides value addition. The
overall retail trends have resulted in a
wide range of package types, sizes, shapes,
materials and technologies to suit a wide
range of consumers. The inventions and
innovations are driven by consumers
and technologies. The market is under
increasing uncertainty and consumer
thrust is moving towards brands.
Seeking novel experienceConsumer expectations have undergone a
sea change. Though they are cost-centric,
value for money propositions to higher
value offering has set in. Buyers today
are willing to experiment and adapt to
new product experiences. Quality and
reliability are the buzzwords, but cost
is important. Modern format retailing
as a one-stop shop for a cross-section
of products must work closely with the
above and packaging could well be the
tool to realise this dream.
P V Narayanan is a Member
of Board in APEDA (Ministry
of Commerce). He is also
Secretary General - IPMMI and
Chief Executive - PFFCA. He
is a recognised UNIDO, ITC and CFTC (UK)
expert consultant in the field of packaging.
Email: peeveen@gmail.com
A shift from saving to spending attitude due
to increasing disposable personal income with
high propensity to spend will boost the modern
format retailing.
Modern format retai l ing
58 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Bhargav Mistry
With advancements
taking place at all
levels, screen printing
has evolved as an
indispensable and versatile printing
process. Screen printing today is faster,
cheaper, produces better quality images
and offers numerous special applications.
But simply having advanced machines in
place is not sufficient to run a profitable
screen printing business. In order to truly
master printing of high-quality images
using the screen printing process also
takes longer, as there are several variables
involved. Hence, here is an evaluation of
the current screen printing scenario in
India through a quick SWOT analysis
– an acronym for Strengths, Weaknesses,
Opportunities and Threats.
StrengthsAutomation and Ultraviolet (UV )
technology: Many screen printers have
seen their business double or triple over
the years ever since they switched over
to automation along with UV. Thus,
semiautomatic and fully automatic screen
printing machines are making inroads
into the Indian screen printing industry.
In recent times, a big shift has
taken place from a predominantly
manual printing process to
semi-automatic and now fully
automatic printing machines. A steep
increase has occurred in the number of
screen printing machines (and UV curing
machines) sold in the last few years than
it was 5-10 years ago. A noteworthy
transformation here is the quantum leap
in the number of visitors to our pavilions
at various printing industry exhibitions
than it was 5-10 years ago.
Screen printing not only involves low
investment, which is a big advantage for
those wishing to join the screen printing
business, but there has been widespread
applications of this versatile process and
greater awareness about the immense
benefits of and need for automation.
Quality improvement: With
automatic precision machines, it is now
possible to achieve results that would
have been a dream years ago. The screen
printing process of today is faster, better
and cleaner.
Combination of processes: There
is a growing trend of offset printers/
packaging companies setting up in-
Screen printing has evolved considerably over the years and offers ample scope for innovation. It plays a major role in the printing industry with the availability of advanced machines and new special effects inks. Hence, to create a lasting impression, we need to analyse the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in the screen printing industry.
INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: SWOT analys is of screen pr int ing
Courtesy: DMI
Innovating for superior image quality
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 59
house screen printing units instead of
outsourcing. Many digital printers have
set up screen printing units to meet the
market demand for ‘total print solution’.
Screen printing is the perfect complement
to offset and works in tandem to generate
more business.
WeaknessesEducation – lack of knowledge:
Knowledge is the key to success for any
business. However, the screen printing
industry lacks not only ‘knowledge’, but
also ‘knowers of knowledge’. Despite
this, over the years, screen printers in
India have drastically improved with
hard work and through learning from
self-help, by reading technical articles,
attending exhibitions, seminars, etc.
Technical education think tanks
in India should analyse the printing
education offered in various institutes,
which lack in ‘advanced screen printing’.
These institutes touch upon only
some basics and outdated elements
of screen printing. This is necessary
as Indian screen printing is adopting
automation in a big way and will thus
need more trained screen printing
professionals.
According to Narendra P, Pragati
Press, Hyderabad, people must change
the old mindset that ‘screen printing
business can easily be started with an
investment as low as ` 500-1000 to
print visiting cards, letterheads, etc’.
That is because technological development
in screen printing has moved way ahead
of this thinking. In screen printing, each
step is a ‘science’, and without learning
this ‘science’, nothing can be printed
qualitatively.
OpportunitiesUnlimited applications: Screen printing
is an excellent technology used by
many industries with numerous old,
new and not yet discovered applications
– for flat [plastics, cloth, metal, thin to
thick papers, sunpack/sunboard, rubber,
leather, wood, glass, Printed Circuit
Board (PCB), etc] as well as non-flat
substrates, using appropriate machinery
and inks. It is widely used in packaging,
labels, smart-cards, etc.
Value addition with UV special
effect inks/varnishes: What started as
Spot UV (matte and gloss), today, with
the availability of various UV special
effects, screen printers have a better
opportunity to delight the consumer.
Extensive range and variety of effects is
available, providing the marketer, print
buyer and designer with endless exciting
possibilities.
Use of non-paper substrates:
Continuous advancements and
developments in polymer technology,
cost-effective manufacturing, plastic
substrates, etc are replacing traditional
materials in many fields. These include
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polypropylene
(PP), High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS),
lenticular films, polycarbonate, etc. PP
sheets are extensively used for blister
packaging, cardboard boxes and making
disposable containers, embossing, gift
boxes, freight packaging, etc. PVC and
PP sheets are best suited for screen
printing.
Great shift - Indian screen printers:
At FESPA Munich 2010 Workshop
titled ‘The Future of Screen Printing
Goes Through Innovation: A comparison
between Western and Asian Countries’,
Michel Caza – an international screen
printing expert – had stated that
‘Graphics and signage constitute only 20
per cent of screen applications, while 35
per cent lies in textile printing and 45
per cent in industrial applications’. This
sums up the potential and the future of
screen printing. During a presentation at
the show, titled ‘how European countries
are moving towards screen printing
and Indian screen printing industry is
also progressing with the latest trend’,
Caza mentioned that due to industrial
production shifting to Asian countries,
screen printing is gaining greater
attention in this region.
Rewarding printers: A growing
number of entries and award winners are
participating in two major international
competitions – SGIA/FESPA – besides
national competitions such as Screen
Print India Award, SPAI-FESPA India
and PrintWeek India. This will increase
the zest for quality improvement on
various counts – complexity, image
definition, precision & sharpness,
colour, applications, creativity, etc.
But, most printers still hesitate to
participate in such competitions due to
various reasons.
ThreatsManual screen printing: Screen printers
catering to industrial printing should
discontinue the use of manual screen
printing tables. Because the industrial
screen printing demands strict quality
and delivery requirements, which is
not possible by manual operation.
Many screen printers have shifted to
automation since manual screen printing
is tedious, laborious, time-consuming
and wastage-ridden.
Use of outdated methods: Wooden
f rames, nylon white fabric instead
of polyester yellow fabric, lack of
standardisation in screen making, etc.
Some other threats include use
of poor quality raw materials, use of
solvent despite UV being available
for many applications. Thus, in India,
more and more Original Equipment
Manufacturers (OEMs) are setting
up their own screen printing units,
whereas earlier, they outsourced their
requirement.
For a vibrant futureToday, different systems have been
designed to help screen printers
achieve better results. But these require
standardisation of the screen printing
process, after which one can expand the
applications for screen printing with
confidence and get full benefit from
the synergy of screen printing with
other processes.
Bhargav Mistry is Director
of DMI, and MD of Grafica
Flextronica, manufacturer
of fully automatic and semi-
automatic screen printing
machines. Email: bhargav@graficaindia.com
SWOT analys is of screen pr int ing
AUTOMATION TRENDS: Bott l ing l ine solut ions
60 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Conveying outstanding performanceThe importance of line control, modulation and integration on conveyors in beverage and bottling plants could not be more significant today. Jams and stoppages on these conveyors impact the function of the filler, and thereby the entire line. Here arises the need for a conveying solution that can help avoid glitches such as this and improve overall line efficiency.
Areliable conveyor technology
is the backbone of efficient
packaging. The conveyor
and transport systems
manufactured by most companies today
are customised as per the quality of goods
conveyed. So critical is its role that it
can be compared with the structure of
human body, where conveyors act as
the arteries and veins of the production
line and the filler is the ‘heart’ of
the system.
Why have a conveyor system?A common user of conveyors does not
pay much attention to their purpose.
For him, it is merely a system to move
a product from one point to another.
However, if utilised correctly, it can
be exploited to raise one’s line
efficiency to a whole new level. Over
the years, significant development has
been made in the art and science of
conveying systems.
A correct conveyor system
design allows the bottler to reduce
downtime, rejections, maintenance
cost in spares and high wear
& tear of parts. It gives bottlers the
opportunity to truly automate their
line, thus minimising the number
of operators. All these finally equate
to a sizable savings for the business,
especially if the bottling line has
an output of more than 300 bottles
per minute.
Improving line efficiencyThere are three essential considerations
for achieving good line efficiency.
The first 30 per cent of a good
conveyer system would be attributed
to the design of the conveyor layout.
Two immediate benefits of the same
need to be observed.
o People-friendly design essentially
manages man and material
movement. This reduces stress for
operators
o Machine-friendly design layout
supplements machine performan
Another 30 per cent would be the
quality and make of the conveyor. The
components, quality of raw materials
and finish of the conveyor determine
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the durability of the conveying system.
Details like selecting wear strips,
materials of chain, rating of motors,
design of return rollers and guides need
to be considered.
It is common for bottlers and
suppliers to save cost and investment by
choosing non-branded and inexpensive
material. Often, these materials have
very short life and drastically increase
friction in conveyor chains. This
increases the load on the conveyor
motor, significantly reducing its life.
Hence, this requires investing in
frequent replacement of the wear strip,
conveyor chain and motor.
The remaining 40 per cent of the
conveyor solution is attributed to the
line control and modulation. This is
the major reason why top companies
invest heavily to ensure that their
line never stops. Line control and
modulation is the programming that
takes into account different scenarios
based on inputs from performance
of the machine, sensors placed at key
points throughout the line.
Role of a conveyor systemConsider a scenario of a bottling line
rated at 400 bottles per minute. If
the case packer stops due to a fallen
bottle, the operator needs to go to
the machine, take care of the bottle
and restart the system; this whole
exercise may take about 30 second. In
that time, 200 more bottles may have
accumulated between the packer and
the up-stream machine. Thus, when
the case packer starts, it now has to
ensure that it can take care of the 200
bottles that have accumulated besides
the 400 bottles that come out of the
filler every minute. So, it now has a
total of 600 bottles at hand.
Usually, downstream machines
have 20 per cent higher capacity
than conventional machines, so the
maximum speed of the case packer
here would be 480 bottles per minute.
Thus, it will take 2.5 minute for the
case packer to clear the accumulation of
200 bottles over its current capacity.
Here, the conveyor has to ensure that
it can ramp up faster than the speed of the
case packer to ensure that it is not starved
at a speed of 480 bottles per minute, while
also ensuring no significant back-pressure
building up on the machine from the force
of bottle accumulation at a speed of 400
bottles per minute. The conveyor also needs
to communicate to up-stream machines to
slow down to prevent further accumulation.
Imparting total excellenceConveyors as a total system can, and
is, as complex and equally rewarding as
any other blow-moulder, filler, labeler,
packer machine on any other line. Hence,
bottlers must ensure that it always flows
smoothly. This can be done seamlessly
by using the correct design, materials and
smart programming.
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Bott l ing l ine solut ions
ENERGY MANAGEMENT: Mater ia l conser vat ion
62 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
As India’s retail industry gears
itself towards new horizons of
innovations and growth, it is
necessary to analyse the overall
performance of the packaging industry in
terms of materials, methods and machinery.
The importance of packaging and the
need for advanced packaging technology
is proven by the Freedonia report, which
expects the global market to grow to
$ 23 billion in 2015, at an estimated
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR)
of 8.2 per cent from 2010 to 2015.
Cost-efficient technologiesAs Indian convertors face an increasingly
competitive global business environment,
they seek opportunities to reduce production
costs without negatively affecting product
yield or quality. Uncertain energy prices
in today’s marketplace negatively affect
predictable earnings, a concern for publicly
traded companies in the packaging
industry.
Successful, cost-effective investments in
energy-efficient technologies and practices
meet the challenge of maintaining the high-
quality output despite reduced production
costs. Energy efficiency is an important
component of a company’s business and
environmental strategy. End-of-pipe
solutions can be expensive and inefficient
while energy efficiency can often be an
inexpensive opportunity to reduce carbon
emissions. Energy efficiency can be an
effective strategy to work towards the so-
called ‘triple bottom line’ that focusses on
the social, economic and environmental
aspects of a business.
Innovative trends In recent times, flexible packaging solutions
have come to represent the entire packaging
industry. This is primarily due to flexible
films advantages in terms of relatively
low cost, good barrier properties against
moisture & vapour, heat sealable, easy to
handle and convenient for the manufacturer,
retailer and consumer. However, rising
raw material prices have led to Indian
convertors exploring alternative packaging
materials like Polylactic Acid (PLA),
thermoplastic starch, bio-polyamide (nylon),
Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), etc. Uday
Shah, Director, Star Technocrates Pvt Ltd,
says, “The packaging industry should work
towards thicker flexible packaging solutions.
Higher micron laminates are more
beneficial to the recycling mechanism and
help eliminate wastage. As an alternative,
biodegradable plastics should be made more
affordable and market-friendly.”
The recent economic situation coupled
with rising environmental awareness has
forced many consumers to look for greater
value in all their purchases. This has given
rise to more emphasis on refurbished or
upgraded packaging materials, resulting
in greener choices of packaging materials.
Consumer preferences are instigating
manufacturers to opt for the reformulation,
re-branding and re-pricing of products to
beat the competition. Here, packaging
serves as an important differentiator.
Although maximum focus is on quality
and value, consumers are attracted to
innovations in products, packaging,
advertising and branding.
Stretching profitabilityMinimising waste by preventing film breaks
and stretch wrap damage is essential to
seamless packaging operations. Mechanical
film handling systems also wrap at a
An unstable economic condition coupled with rising environmental awareness has forced the packaging industry to re-evaluate its performance in terms of materials, methods and machinery. Annabel Dsouza analyses the trends and technologies that are reducing material consumption while promoting alternative solutions for the converting industry in India.
Reducing consumption,augmenting growth
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 63
higher tension without distorting the load
so that pallets previously wrapped with
22-24 revolutions now need only 12 spins
to provide the same level of containment.
Fewer wraps per load reduces film usage
and waste up to 50 per cent.
Another waste reduction technique
involves converting to non-destructive leak
testing equipment. Today’s leak testers are
equipped with non-contact laser scanning
technology, which detects flaws as small
as 10 micron.Integrated quality control
systems reduce waste by identifying flawed
product or packages. For example, a
built-in cap inspection sensor on the
packaging line rejects any unsealable
container before it reaches the sealing
head. Automation solutions also offer
efficient methods that help convertors and
original equipment manufacturers (OEM)
to integrate waste-eliminating machine
vision inspection.
Utility conservationConserving utilities is not only positive
for the environment, but also improves
the bottom line. As a result, there is an
increased interest in packaging machines
that require less water for cleaning,
monitor utility consumption and operate at
higher speed. Dry decontamination system
on integrated blow moulding, filling &
capping line reduces energy, chemical and
water consumption by using hydrogen
peroxide vapour and sterilising the smaller
preform rather than the larger bottle.
The system can run 36 hours between
sterilisation cycles and is compatible with
light-weighted containers.
With motors and drives consuming an
estimated 68 per cent of all energy used in
industrial settings, packaging lines require a
multifaceted conservation approach, which
is called 4EE: Energy-efficient components,
Energy recovery, Energy on demand and
Energy-efficient design. Shah concludes,
“We use energy-efficient motors and drives
to ensure that our machines work at higher
speed. This gives us an added advantage
to market our products in the competitive
packaging machinery industry.”
Email: annabel.dsouza@infomedia18.in
Uday ShahDirector, Star Technocrates Pvt Ltd
The packaging industry should work towards thicker flexible packaging solutions. Higher micron laminates are more beneficial to the recycling mechanism and help eliminate wastage. As an alternative, biodegradable plastics should be made more affordable and market-friendly.
Mater ia l conser vat ion
POLICIES & REGULATIONS: ISO guidel ines for b iodegradable plast ics
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In an age where sustainability is one of the biggest issues facing the packaging industry, the use of bioplastics seems the most feasible
option considering the rapid increase in pollution levels caused by petroleum-based plastic materials. The major difference between biopolymers and hydrocarbon polymers is that biopolymers, due to their physical & chemical structure, can be decomposed by microorganisms and assimilated in the soil again.
This property of biodegradable plastics has made it popular across the globe. However, the guidelines that regulate the usage of bioplastics are not well defined in India. “In India, the ISO 17088 guidelines rule the use of bioplastics, but have not been implemented properly,” says Manish Pathania, Sales Director, Greendiamz Biotech Ltd. The journey towards starting a bioplastics initiative has been fraught with challenges and, above all, negative sentiments, from the plastics lobby and the government.
They perceive the initiative as a threat to their industry and livelihood. But, the sentiments of people today are different from the government’s perspective and are proactive in their support for bioplastics.
Use of oxo-biodegradable plasticsThe use of oxo-biodegradable plastics is now widely accepted across the country and there are valid reasons that show why companies are moving towards it. Mahendra Jain, Director, Symphony Polymers Pvt Ltd, says, “Oxo-biodegradable packaging starts breaking down in the presence of oxygen, and the process is accelerated by heat, Ultraviolet (UV) light & stress, followed by biodegradation. This results in a slow carbon-release favourable to the environment as a nutrient for plants.” This type of packaging should help reduce major environmental problems caused by littering of non-degradable packaging, which clogs drains, sewers and rivers. It can also be recycled with other oil-based plastics in a normal recycling process.
What do the guidelines imply?The ISO 17088 guidelines specify procedures and requirements for identification and labelling of plastics and plastic products suitable for recovery through aerobic composting. This specification is intended to establish the requirements for labelling of plastic products & materials, including packaging made from plastics, as ‘compostable’ or ‘compostable in municipal and industrial composting facilities’, or ‘biodegradable during composting’. The labelling has to conform to any international, regional, national or local regulations.
The current market for bioplastics is restricted as compared to other countries where they have high utility. “Oxo-biodegradable plastics are essentially A2W additives, which ensure that the material breaks down into particles when kept under the soil for more than 180 days,” adds Pathania. The government is clear in terms of guidelines issued for anti-solid waste management.
Stumbling blocksAdoption of oxo-biodegradable packaging
From formulation to implementationThe government is making steady progress towards creating a plastics-free society. However, not all plastics harm the environment. A case in point is biodegradable plastics, for which the industry wants the ISO guidelines to be implemented strictly to avoid misleading the customers and manufacturers. Anwesh Koley finds out how proper implementation of these guidelines and raising the awareness levels of people on the same can help save our environment.
Manish PathaniaSales Director, Greendiamz Biotech Ltd
In India, the ISO 17088 guidelines govern the use of bioplastics, but have not been implemented properly.
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for the industry faces some hurdles. Oxo-biodegradable packaging is more expensive and requires continual exposure to microorganisms in an industrial composting environment; hence, this rules out the problem of littering of plastics. Composting is an artificial process with a shorter time-scale than natural biodegradation, which results in rapid, unfavourable carbon release into the atmosphere. “These cannot be recycled in the normal recycling process and have to be segregated from the waste stream and treated separately, which considerably increases the cost. Furthermore, it is difficult for manufacturers to physically distinguish between hydro-biodegradable and normal plastics,” adds Jain.
The government has made it mandatory that plastic bags of thickness less than 40 microns cannot be manufactured for packaging purposes. But similar standards are yet to be implemented for bioplastics. “Today, our customers are skeptical about the long-term viability of plastics, be it classical plastics or biodegradable ones. If the government does not demarcate
between classical and bioplastics, a huge share of the market will not achieve full benefits of bioplastics,” says Pathania.
Future forwardHydro-biodegradable and oxo-biodegradable plastics have their own unique merits and should compete fairly in the market for interested customers to decide on the best one based on product characteristics and their requirements. “Although oxo-biodegradable plastics do not decompose as much as conventional biodegradables, it is a step forward to moving away from the use of classical plastics, which take millions of years to decompose,” adds Pathania.
Government policies and guidelines are the most important factors determining market acceptability for biodegradable plastics. While the industry is well aware of their benefits, simpler norms and more support will ensure that the guidelines are well implemented across the country, thus saving the environment through continuous awareness.
Email: anwesh.koley@infomedia18.in
Mahendra JainDirector, Symphony Polymers Pvt Ltd
Oxo-biodegradable packaging starts breaking down in the presence of oxygen, and the process is accelerated by heat, Ultraviolet (UV) light & stress, followed by biodegradation. This results in a slow carbon-release favourable to the environment as a nutrient for plants.
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STRATEGY: Sustainable plast ic packaging
70 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Packaging is a crucial necessity for every sector. It helps the manufacturer to transport products to consumers, increase
shelf life, minimise breakage, reduce handling costs, safeguard public health, provide product information and create consumer convenience. Plastic packaging accounts for over 50 per cent of the total packaging in India. From toiletries to food products, plastics are present everywhere. The global outcry towards reducing wastes has forced companies in the this segment to move towards sustainable packaging. Apurva Kane, Senior Vice President, Mamata Machinery Pvt Ltd, says, “Sustainability in packaging can be defined as reducing the amount of materials used in packaging and, secondly, using only materials that are completely recyclable.”
Recently, a study conducted by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) found that due to rising environmental concerns, several domestic companies are opting for eco-friendly packaging. The study stated that the green packaging industry is growing at about 25 per cent per year, faster than the overall packaging sector, which is growing at about 20 per cent annually. It thus focusses on the fact that sustainable packaging is the latest trend.
Strategising the conceptAt present, most manufacturers are increasingly adopting renewable packaging technologies and using environment-friendly light materials. Pavan Parikh, Director, Parikh Packaging
Pvt Ltd, says, “We are manufacturing biodegradable and thin laminates, as these help in attaining sustainability in packaging. For instance, to pack one tonne of biscuit, 300 kg of laminates is needed. But we have developed laminates that are thinner but provide similar types of barrier. Therefore, we now use only 220 kg of laminates. With this, one can save almost 22 per cent of valuable raw material and energy as well as transportation cost. We also recycle our polyfilm waste and regain granules
back for reuse, saving material as well as the environment.”
Companies are working towards developing technologies that enable sustainable packaging. Kane details, “The company focusses on developing a technology that allows customers to process biodegradable and recyclable films. This is because normal machines, which make bags and pouches, are unable to process these films. The technology that we are offering to the market helps in making thinner films.”
Road to recyclabilityIn an era of rising energy costs and scarce resources, companies need to adopt a clear strategy to develop packaging solutions that not only add value to end products, but are also environment-friendly. Manufacturers are increasingly adopting renewable packaging technologies, eco-friendly light-weight materials and cost-effective methods. Avani Jain explores some of the strategies adopted by industry leaders to ensure sustainability in plastic packaging.
Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011 71
Further, sustainable packaging might not necessarily mean biodegradable packaging. It means that all methods by which carbon footprint can be reduced, including source reduction. For example, instead of using 5 gm of plastics for packaging a particular product, if it can be reduced to 4 gm, it contributes to being green. Yatindra R Sharma, Managing Director, KHS Machinery Pvt Ltd, says, “Plastic bottles used for beverage packaging have a huge carbon footprint. Our company is basically looking at light weight solutions. We are looking for ways to produce bottles, which would require less amount of plastics as compared to others. This way we are trying to reduce the carbon footprint as well.”
Hurdles encounteredEven after adopting various measures to ensure sustainable plastic packaging, the processors in this segment are faced with few challenges. Kane says, “The major challenge for the plastic packaging industry is to change the perception of the people who think that plastics is an extremely polluting material. This is not correct; in fact, plastics does not pollute, it is the habit of people to throw it on the roads, which makes it a polluting material. Unlike paper, plastics is made from man-made cellulose, which means that there is no need to cut trees for that. Moreover, plastic packaging is better than paper packaging because to pack 25 kg of material in a paper bag, one will need a very thick paper bag but in plastic packaging, that thickness can be reduced drastically.”
Mapping the futureIn future, rising environmental concerns about carbon emissions, dearth of natural resources together with increased health awareness and waste reduction targets will be the key growth drivers for green packaging innovations in India.
Kane says, “We have developed a new product, ie, form-fill-seal machine. This is a patented technology, which uses recyclable films and not laminates. With regard to flexible packaging, at present, most processors are using Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) laminates, which is a combination of two or more different materials. One must understand that polyethylene and terephthalate alone are completely recyclable. The problem begins when polyethylene and terephthalate are combined because after this the two materials cannot be separated and neither can these be recycled easily. Although there are ways by which PET can be recycled, these are expensive and the practice would become economically almost non-viable. Therefore, most companies do not recycle PET. As laminates are non-recyclable, the recent ban on gutka pouches, which use these, is a right decision.”
He further adds, “We have never manufactured machines that make gutka pouches or jhabla bags. We make machines for industrial bags used for packing salt, detergent, shirt, stationery items, etc and pouches for packing hand wash, shampoo, etc, which use sustainable films & not laminates. This is our basic strategy for future growth and the way to address the rising environmental concerns. Moreover, the zeal to ensure green packaging should come from within the processors and be a voluntary exercise. Companies need to realise their roles and responsibilities in a proper manner and take the green foot forward without actually being forced by the government or any other regulatory body.”
The great shiftThe plastic packaging industry has thus begun to carry out extensive research in order to become sustainable and economical. The key to attaining sustainability in packaging consists of three Rs – reuse, reduce and recycle – which are vital to safeguard a better environment for future generations. With the general mindset shifting towards procuring eco-friendly products & packages, sustainable packaging will provide manufacturers with social, economic and environmental benefits in the future.
Email: avani.jain@infomedia18.in
Apurva KaneSenior Vice President,Mamata Machinery Pvt Ltd
Plastics does not pollute; it is the habit of people to throw it on the roads, which makes it a polluting material.
Pavan ParikhDirector, Parikh Packaging Pvt Ltd
We also recycle our polyfi lm waste and regain granules back for reuse, saving material as well as environment.
Yatindra R SharmaManaging Director, KHS Machinery Pvt Ltd
We are looking for ways to produce bottles, which would require less amount of plastics as compared to others.
Sustainable plast ic packaging
TIPS & TRICKS: Safety in pharma packaging
72 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Incorporating sustainable design at the beginning of package development creates an opportunity to find ways to reduce consumption. It involves understanding of exact needs of the consumer and developing a solution that meets safety standards surrounding manufacturing efficiency, consumer usage and product hygiene.
The current trend in pharmaceutical packaging companies is the increasing reliance on enabling technologies to achieve higher levels of productivity and efficiency. Manufacturing companies face numerous challenges like regulatory compliances, safety & hygiene, environmental issues and high customer expectations. Of these, safety & hygiene claim top priority. Here are some pointers on how to ensure safety & hygiene in pharma packaging.
Focussing on the hygiene factor
Anwesh Koley
The pharma packaging industry places particular attention to hygiene and while safety was always the key element,
cleanliness within the manufacturing premises as well as for individual products has gained ground of late. This is a challenge
as time and distance are factors that often negate the efforts by companies to ensure packaging quality and product safety. Overcoming these challenges necessarily implies extensive use of technologies, which can not only sense, but also anticipate variables and provide actionable real-time information. Such collaborative manufacturing IT solutions
play a major role in tracking the ever-dynamic production and business processes and in generating the required information.
The data captured and information generated by collaborative manufacturing IT solutions help companies gain sustainable competitiveness.
Email: anwesh.koley@infomedia18.in
Technology advancements are creating new options for more effective and sustainable packaging. These include smart packaging applications, which can record and transmit real-time data, or use sound & light to communicate with the consumer. These technologies support consumers’ adherence to their medication regimen, improve patient outcome and lead to long-term wellness.
Efficient transportation contributes to a smaller carbon footprint. Increased efficiency can be achieved by reducing the weight of the overall package, e l iminat ing ter t iar y packaging and optimising shipping routes & loads. Blister packages, for example, are shipped as fully loaded packages, ready for immediate distribution by pharmacists.
It is important to create the efficient forms of packaging to minimise environmental impact and maximise each step in the supply chain. For instance, pre-filled medication packages benefit pharmacists, consumers and the environment. Such a packaging helps expedite pharmacist handling, providing time for consumer consultation and ensures that consumers receive right medication.
Well-designed packaging
should be implemented
to existing equipment,
which can be achieved
by using state-of-the-art
technology. Equipment
can be often recalibrated
or enhanced to run more
efficiently and with
increased precision towards
safety & cleanliness of the
finished product.
-- With inputs from Rajabahadur V Arcot, Vice President and GM (South and South East Asian operations), ARC Advisory Group
EVENT LIST
74 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
Indo-German Conferences This will be a special conference on
the latest innovations in the world of
printing technology. Experts and industry
authorities will highlight the latest trends
& developments in the field of packaging
printing and issues like brand protection
and anti-counterfeiting; November 22-23,
2011; at Hotel Novotel, Juhu, Mumbai
For details contact:
Kiran Prayagi
Graphic Arts Technology & Education
2-B, 202, The Neighbourhood CHS
Lokhandwala Township, Akurli Road
Kandivali (E), Mumbai - 400 101
Tel: +91 22 66997437
Mob: +91 9820441799
Email: kprayagi@gmail.com
Website: www.gate.co.in
India Converting Show 2011This will be a platform to showcase the
latest converting solutions in advanced
machinery and best-in-class practices.
The concurrent India Flexo Show and
India Corrugated Show will offer a
further insight into the strategic moves
required by the Indian industry in order to
keep pace with the global market trends;
November 23-26, 2011; at Bombay
Exhibition Centre, Mumbai
For details contact:
Neetu Arora
Print-Packaging.com
F 101, Tower No 7, First Floor
International Infotech Park
Vashi - 400 705
Tel: 022-27812093/27812619
Fax: 022-27812578
Email: info@packplus.in
Website: www.indiaconvertingshow.com
India Packaging Show 2011Among India’s most exhaustive packaging
events, this brings together seven
established niche shows dedicated to
distinct segments. The show aims to bring
together the worldwide manufacturers
and providers of machinery, materials
and services for food, pharmaceuticals
and packaging industry from India
and neighbouring countries; December
7-10, 2011; at NSIC Exhibition Centre,
Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi
For details contact:
Prateek Kaushik
Print-Packaging.com
Advant Navis
Unit No A1101B
Noida-201301, Uttar Pradesh
Tel: 0120-3075400 – 04
Fax: 91-22-27812578, Mob: 09899981610
Email: info@packplus.in
Website: www.indiapackagingshow.com
Intelpack 2012In its 12th edition, this exhibition will
showcase the cutting-edge technology and
converting applications. With concurrent
events like Foodtek and Pharmapack,
visitors will find innovations & solutions
to make their business more efficient
and profitable; February 23-25, 2012; at
Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai
For details contact:
113, New Sonal Link Industrial Estate
Building No 2, Link Road
Malad (W), Mumbai - 400 064
Tel: 022-28803977/28803978
Fax: 022-28819008
Email: intelexpo@vsnl.net
Website: www.intelexpo.com
N PRINTECH TODAY 2012This exhibition will highlight the next
generation printing solutions encompassing
all the innovations & latest technology for
the packaging and converting industries.
From small print shops to full-scale
packaging-printing companies, there is
no doubt that the digital revolution has
transformed printing industry to a new
dimension with emphasis on quality,
speed and efficiency; April, 20-22, 2012;
Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai
For details contact:
Buysell Interactions Pvt Ltd
No 5, Shanmugam Street, Royapettah
Chennai - 600014
Tel: 044 28353739
Fax: 044 28350839
Email: ravi@buysellint.com
Website: www.nprintech.com
National
India’s premier industrial trade fair on products and technologies related to Machine Tools, Hydraulics & Pneumatics, Process Machinery & Equipment, Automation Instrumentation, Packaging & Auxiliaries, IT Products, Electrical & Electronics, Material Handling and Safety Equipment.
For details contact:Infomedia 18 Ltd,
Infomedia 18 Ltd, Ruby House, 1st Floor, J K Sawant Marg, Dadar (W), Mumbai 400 028. Tel: 022 3003 4651 • Fax: 022 3003 4499 • Email: engexpo@infomedia18.in • Website: www.engg-expo.com
PuneMaharashtra
Nov 18-21, 2011Auto Cluster Exhibition Centre,
Pimpri-Chinchwad
IndoreMadhya Pradesh
Jan 6-9, 2012Poddar Plaza,
Nr Gandhi Hall
ChennaiTamil Nadu
Dec 8-11, 2011Chennai Trade Centre,
Nandambakkam
AurangabadMaharashtra
Feb 17-20, 2012Garware Stadium, Chik-
kalthana
EVENT LIST
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Saudi PPSG 2011This a specialised event dedicated to packaging,
converting, screen and digital printing industries in
the Middle East. This bi-annual trade exhibition
will be an ideal business platform to showcase the
latest packaging/printing technologies, products
and services in Asia’s growing converting market;
November 28-December 1, 2011; at Riyadh
International Convention and Exhibition Centre
For details contact:
Riyadh Exhibitions Company
P O Box 56010, Riyadh 11554
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Tel: +966 1 2295604
Fax: +966 1 2295612
Email: info@recexpo.com
Website: www.saudisigngraphics.com
China Foodtech 2011This show will emphasise on the food processing
and packaging industry in Asia. In collaboration
with all major global packaging industry
associations, this trade show will offer unique
advantages to the Asian market. It will be a
chance to discover machinery and technology
solutions from the Far East as well, November
30-December 2, 2011; at China International
Exhibition Centre (CIEC), Beijing, PR China
For details contact:
China Council for Promotion of International Trade
1 Fuxingmenwai Street
Beijing 100860, PR China
Tel: 86-10-8807 5769/5729
Fax: 86-10-68030747
Email: BCNweb@bizchinanow.com
Website: foodtech.ciec-exhibition.com.cn
VERPACKUNG 2012The event is an ideal platform for packaging
professionals to discover the latest developments
in branded packaging. These include senior
managers, proprietors, brand managers, marketers,
from all major application industries of packaging
and allied services like automation, testing &
control operations and transport & logistics;
January 25-26, 2012; at Hall A3, Hamburg
Messe, Germany
For details contact:
Sarah Jakowczyk
easyFairs Deutschland GmbH
Hilblestrasse 54, 80636 München
Germany
Tel: +49 (0)89 127 165 180
Fax: +49 (0)89 127 165 111
Email: sarah.jakowczyk@easyfairs.com
Website: www.easyfairs.com/verpackung-2012
WestPack 2012This exhibition will showcase packaging
technology innovations like new equipment &
materials, cost & waste reduction strategies, bags,
containers, contract services, custom automation
machinery, package design and printing, robotics,
supplies, software, etc. It will offer an opportunity
to stay updated with the latest developments in
the global packaging industry; February 14-16,
2012; at Anaheim Convention Centre, California
For details contact:
Canon Communications LLC
11444 W. Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90064
United States of America
Tel: +1 (310) 445-4200
Fax: +1 (310) 445-4299
Email: info@cancom.com
Website: www.canontradeshows.com/expo/wpack11
Convertech Japan 2012The show will highlight the material and
machinery making headway in packaging
technology. It will be a platform to learn and
showcase printing technologies for producing
electric circuits on functional materials and
flexible substrates; February 15-17, 2012; at
Tokyo Big Sight - East Hall, Japan
For details contact:
Converting Technical Institute
Iwamotocho-Takahashi Bldg
3-4-6, Iwamoto-cho, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo 101-0032, Japan
Tel: +81-3-3861-3858
Fax: +81-3-3861-3894
Email: event@ctiweb.co.jp
Website: www.convertechjapan.com
PCD 2012This edition of PCD (Perfumes, Cosmetics
& Design) will be dedicated to packaging
innovation for the cosmetic packaging.
This exhibition-cum-conference will
highlight issues relating to preservative-
free products, new designs and
functionalities from packaging experts in
different special fields (materials, surface
treatments, forming, processing, artwork,
etc); February 8-9, 2012; at Porte de
Champerret, Paris
For details contact:
Oriex
25, rue André Joineau
Le Pré saint Gervais
Paris - 93310, France
Tel: +33 1 48.91.89.89
Fax +33 1 48.43.49.94
Email: congress@oriex.fr
Website: www.pcd-congress.com
IPACK-IMA 2012This exhibition will show case the latest
innovations and trends in the world
of packaging, processing and material
handling technology. It will be a common
platform for technology suppliers and
end-user companies to increase business,
create value, share knowledge and
expertise within the packaging professional
community; February 28 – March 3, 2012;
at Fieramilano, Milan, Italy
For details contact:
Ipack-Ima SpA
Corso Sempione 4
20154 Milano, Italy
Tel: +39 02-3191091
Fax: +39 02-33619826
Email: ipackima@ipackima.it
Website: www.ipackima.it
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BOOK REVIEW
76 Modern Packaging & Design November-December 2011
This book is a collective work of 44 contributors from companies at the forefront of cosmetic business and research universities in Europe and the US. It can be used as a reference by all associated with the cosmetics industry. The book is divided into six groups: Market and Trends gives the history, natural progression and current status of the largest natural & organic personal care companies, besides current trends, regulations and governmen & non-governmen standards followed. The chapter Regulatory Aspects describes the regulations to be followed for natural claims, flavours & colour additives; natural food claims to cosmetics, fragrance ingredients, treatment of organic claims and certification; government regulations; and advertising claims.
Safety Aspects introduces the assessment of plant-derived ingredients in cosmetics, threshold of toxicological concern, approach to assessing consumer safety of botanical ingredients, preservation of cosmetics, microbial risks, eco-friendly packaging and major risk factors. Use of Natural Ingredients discusses formulation of cosmetics with natural oils, fats, butters & waxes; natural antioxidants; measuring antioxidant capacity; clinical studies; use of quercetin and curcumin in skincare consumer products; and ayurvedic ingredients in cosmetics. Ancient Indian discipline of Ayurveda provides a pre-existing resource that documents the traditional uses of various plants for therapeutic benefits, besides traditional Chinese medicinal herbs & herbal formulae.
Analysis of Naturals talks about scientific chromatography techniques for analysing natural products in cosmetics and use of nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy to identify biomarkers for quality control of plant extracts. Biodegradation explains biodegradability evaluation of cosmetic ingredients & finished products, biodegradable packaging, methods and current trends.
Formulating, packaging, and marketing of natural cosmetic productsEditors : Nava Dayan and Lambros KromidasPrice : ` 6,000
Increasing numbers of food consumers today are seeking information on products that affect their health & safety and environment, besides technical and socio-economic conditions under which products are processed. Increase in global food trade and the information provided on packages must not mislead consumers.
Continuous developments are taking place to harmonise food labels. Moreover, labels function as a marketing tool. From this perspective, this book has arrived at the right time and with authoritative information. Besides historical account of food labelling, it includes the topic of Codex Committee on Food Labelling. The main shift is from a strict ‘prevention of fraud’ scenario to providing consumer information and health policy through labelling. International trade agreements and key international human rights questions of relevance of labelling and consumer protection considerations are explained. Governments in different countries are developing policies to encourage standards for a true and informative system. Food companies depict nutritional information in graphical forms, which are explained in the forms of policies and key trends. The book explains the importance of geographic origin and identification labels, associating food quality with location. The last chapter describes new technologies in food labelling. The book contains useful tabulated information for immediate application and numerous references at the end of each chapter.
Reviewed by: Kiran P Prayagi, Graphic Arts Technology & Education and pmIndia
Innovations in food labellingEditors : Janice AlbertPrice : ` 9,000
Avaliable at: Wisdom Book Distributors, Hornby Building, 1st floor, 174, D N Road, Mumbai 400 001Tel: 022-2207 4484/6631 8958 • Telefax: 022-2203 4058 • Email: thadam@vsnl.com
PRODUCTS
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This section provides information about the national and international products available in the market
Multilayer stretch filmKrishna Packaging offers
multilayer stretch film. The
multilayer stretch film is
specifically manufactured in
such a manner that they provide
complete protection of ferrous
and non-ferrous metals against
corrosion. The multiple layers
help to protect the metal with
vapour phase and avoid the
contact from corrosion inhibitors. In addition to this, the multilayer
stretch film absorbs moisture from package through desiccant action
for better functionality. It is widely used in various industries.
Krishna Packaging
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
Tel: 079-2217 1041
Mob: 094260 53814
Email: k_krishnapackaging@yahoo.com
Pick & place case packerClearpack India offers RCP
series pick & place case
packer from APSOL that are
extremely flexible machines
designed to pack a variety of
products into cases, display
boxes or trays. Thes case
packer is available with various feeding or picking systems at speeds
up to 25 cycles/min with 1 to 4 picking heads. Simple and clean design
of the case packers makes it particularly suitable for applications
in food, beverages, and home care & personal care industries.
The machines is equipped with a touchscreen HMIs, which
allows easy access to all functions, including creation of new
packing programs. Main features include: pick & place section
based on a flexible & efficient 2-axis robot; compact structure
with mechanical parts mounted overhead, particularly designed to
maximise accessibility & cleanability; quick & tool-free changeover;
modular design, which allows integration of various feeding &
collation systems for products in rigid or flexible packaging.
Clearpack India Pvt Ltd
Mumbai - Maharashtra
Tel: 022-2859 6422
Fax: 022-2850 9391
Email: sales@clearpack.com
Hot-melt coating machineShanghai Huadi Machinery
offers RT-20 hot-melt medical
plaster coating machine. It is
used for producing medical
plaster, band-aid, medical spring
bandage, non-woven fabric glue
sticker and other products. It
adopts slot die, can-coating
100-1,000 g/m² with the width between 200-800 mm and the speed
is 20 m/min. The uniformity is controlled within 5 per cent. The
machine adopts servo motor drive, can setting and adjusting precisely
with steady speed. Other important advantages include: realises low-
tension control of the elastic substrate; manufactured by stainless steel
as per the usage standard in medicine industry; and realises precise
metering, dosing, double-screw mixing and coating at moment.
Shanghai Huadi Machinery Co Ltd
Shanghai - China
Tel: +86-21-5779 4228, Fax: +86-21-5779 4222
Email: huadi@huadi.us
Parallel gripper system Neejtech India offers parallel
gripper system from Gimatic
SPA, Italy. Its feature include
flat profile, robust guide, high
gripping force, small weight,
high dimensional accuracy,
spring closed (-NC) or spring
open (-NO) option. Excessive forces or torques can damage the
gripper, cause functioning troubles and endanger the safety of the
operator. F s, Mx s, My s, Mz s, are maximum permitted static loads.
F d, Mx d, My d, Mz d, is the maximum permitted dynamic loads.
M, is the maximum permitted weight of each gripping tool, when
the gripper works without speed adjustment. If the weight is over
the permitted value, it is necessary to decrease the speed of the jaw
by using flow controllers. The operating position can be checked by
magnetic sensor(optional), detecting the magnet of the piston, or
by inductive sensors (not supplied), detecting the ball (SY) in the
appendix (Y). Two adjustable appendixes can be mounted on the
jaw using the supplied screws (TY). The pneumatic circuit must be
pressurised progressively inorder to avoid uncontrolled movements.
Neejtech India
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
Tel: 079-2656 1312
Mob: 098250 40231
Email: sales@neejtech.com
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Electric injection moulding machineNeejtech India offers horizontal
injection moulding machine
from Niigata, Japan. This
machine is generally known as
green machine because it saves
more than 60 per cent power
consumption than the similar size hydraulic/toggle machine, the
machine is absolutely free from oil, due to which it is eco-friendly.
Due to no oil in usage it reduces maintenance & repair cost of the
hydraulic system. It ensures enhanced accuracy and reliability and
also provides great cost savings and contributes to environmental
preservation. This machine runs silent & without vibrations. Machine
is very precise due to no deviation through oil viscosity, compressibility,
through drifting hydraulic valve action time. By switching over from
hydraulic to electric injection moulding machine one can save greater
cost on power consumption, cooling water consumption, hydraulic
oil elimination, housekeeping and maintenance cost. It will increases
up time and decrease the material wastage. This machine is ideally
suitable for medical, automotive, pharmaceutical and packaging
moulding segment industry.
Neejtech India
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
Tel: 079-2656 1312, Mob: 098250 40231
Email: sales@neejtech.com
Twin bagger
H a s s i a P a c k a g i n g
offers 'F lexi Bag 180T'
twin bagger. This machine provides
high output per unit of packaging
space. Resultant total speed is higher
for any product, due to optimised
speed on each lane. This machine is
an excellent solution for high volume
applications like snack food, salt,
detergents, milk powder and small
packs on any product. It is an ideal
solution to reduce floor space, feed
points, power consumption and manpower by 50 per cent as it
replaces two single-lane machines. Advantages of this machine are:
two independent systems for each lane, one-touch isolation of any
lane, resultant dependability on each lane of only 50 per cent; highest
range of format size in the category 50-180 mm; and wide range of
fillers both volumetric and weighmetric offered with this bagger to
suit every product application/need.
Hassia Packaging Pvt Ltd
Pune - Maharashtra
Tel: 02137-302 802-06
Fax: 02137-302 819
Email: info@oystar.hassiapackaging.com
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Candy wrapping machineBosch Packaging Technology offers
Miniwrap BVK 1200 candy wrapping
machine. This is a cost-effective and
proficient solution for customers seeking
higher production speed and increase in
Overall Efficiency Equipment (OEE), especially in the B and C
segment markets. With an output speed of 1,200 candies/min
and attributes like servo drive to achieve drive pattern, it is ideal
for wrapping candies. Also, the touch-screen panel offers easy
operator interface, making troubleshooting and operation simple.
This machine can be used to wrap a range of products like hard-
boiled and deposited candies, dragees, coated balls, chicklets, chewing
gum, coated chewing gum, etc. It can be used for products shaped
round, oval, square, rectangular and spherical. All machinable heat-
sealable materials can be processed on this machine. The machine is
available with optional accessories like: second reel carrier, coding
device, rejection system and vacuum discharge of empty packs. This
can be used to make packages, which can be single or multiple-unit
packs or with dimensions independent of the product dimensions.
Bosch India Ltd, Packaging Technology Division
Bengaluru - Karnataka
Tel: 080- 4176 8218, Fax: 080-4176 8106
Mob: 098805 96101
Email: narendra.s@in.bosch.com
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Vacuum packaging machineMonarch Appliances offers
vacuum packaging machine,
which is used to pack food
products. Vacuum packaging
increases the shelf-life of
products. The machine
vacuums the product along
with the shape of the
product that comes out with
the pack. The advantage of this chamber machine is that even the
space surrounding the product outside the package is vacuumed.
These chamber machines can also be used to pack products with
a modified atmosphere. Very low residual oxygen figures can be
obtained by first pulling a vacuum before the injection of gas. Vacuum
packaging machine is useful for packing cheese, meat, fish, dairy
products, peanuts, dry fruits, sea foods, coffee beans, pillows, PCBs,
spices, instant food, bakery products, chemicals, electric components
and pharma products.
Monarch Appliances
Rajkot - Gujarat
Tel: 0281-246 1826, Fax: 0281-301 9788
Mob: 098252 15733, 093767 77277
Email: monarchrajkot@gmail.com
Powder filling machineAce Technologies offers semi-automatic
powder filling machine. This is suitable for all
powders and granules. The machine has high
filling accuracy due to unique design feature.
Wide table design helps accommodate more
containers. It requires minimum change
parts. All contact parts are of SS 316.
Microprocessor-based control, zero dripping,
and accurate slippage control are other important features.
Ace Technologies
Mumbai - Maharashtra
Tel: 022-2854 0743/0645, Fax: 022-2870 0281
Email: acetechnologies@vsnl.com
Auger fillerSaurabh Flexipack Systems offers
Smart-EX auger filler. This vertical
form-fill-seal machine is cost-effective and
designed for entrepreneur, mid-scale and
large-scale manufacturers. It requires very
little floor space. The machine is intelligent,
PLC-controlled, with pneumatic operations.
It is suitable for packaging pouches of size
in the range of 0.5-500 g, with good speed
and weight precision. The machine is good
for free-flowing fine powders like turmeric, mehandi, besan, atta,
talcum powder, ground spices, herbal powder and all kinds of fine
powders. Specifications of the machine include: filling capacity
0.5-500 g, filling speed 1,000-4,000 pouches/hr, PLC control,
pneumatic mode of operation, weighing accuracy 0.5 per cent of
set volume, weight of the machine 50 kg (approximate), dimension
can be 1,000 x 950 x 2,450 (approximate), power requirement
220 V single-phase or 420 V three-phase, and compressed air
requirement 6 CFM with pressure 6 bar. The machine is available
in a variety of models: 0.5-10 g, 5-50 g, 10-100 g, 50-250 g
and 100-500 g. Packaging material used are laminated films.
Saurabh Flexipack Systems Pvt Ltd
Pune - Maharashtra
Tel: 020-2749 2722, Fax: 020-2749 1347
Email: saurabhpackaging@hotmail.com
HDPE/PP woven sackKanpur Plastipack offers HDPE/
PP woven sack. Some of the salient
features of this sack include: circular
woven fabric; laminated and/or
unlaminated; printed and/or unprinted;
all types of small sack, such as valve,
bale wraps, liner sack, gusseted sack, etc; and reel-to-reel printing
with corona treatment UV stabilised option. The comprehensive range
of sack is utililsed in many industries such as fertilisers, agri products,
cement, sugar, fibre, plastic polymers, chemicals, sand, seeds, salt,
minerals, etc.
Kanpur Plastipack Ltd
Kanpur - Uttar Pradesh
Tel: 0512-269 1113
Fax: 0512-269 1117
Mob: 098381 01789
Email: info@kanplas.com
Air bubble filmTender-Care International offers a
wide range of air bubble films that
are lightweight, chemically neutral,
transparent & attractive, non-hygroscopic
sealable & weldable, strong & firm,
flexible and tenacious. Large size air
bubble films are ideal for heavy and mid-
sized items, test equipment, motors, receivers, machineries,
spares, furniture, carton lining, void fill, etc. Medium-sized
air bubble films and smaller diameter air bubble films are also
available.
Tender Care International
Mumbai - Maharashtra
Tel: 022-2685 4908, Fax: 022-2685 5930
Email: airplast@mtnl.net.in
PROJECTS
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New projects and expansion activities are the barometers of industrial growth. These also present business opportunities to service providers like consultants, raw material suppliers, plant & equipment manufacturers and others down the value chain. This feature will keep you updated with vital information regarding new projects and capacity expansions being planned by companies in the packaging, printing and converting industries.
Bottling plant Coca-ColaProject typeNew facilityProject newsAs part of Coca-Cola’s increased focus on emerging markets, the company has announced the construction of a new bottling plant at Bandar Enstek industrial park in Nilai in the southern state of Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. Coca-Cola will invest $302m (1 billion Malaysian Ringgit) over the following five years in the new plant. The facility is expected to open towards the end of 2011. Nilai was chosen because of the lower logistics costs for transporting raw materials and finished goods. The city is also close to Kuala Lumpur and Port Kland, and has a good supply of water and electricity.Project locationNegeri Sembilan, MalaysiaProject cost$ 302 millionImplementation stageConstruction
Contact details:Jinny ChongF&N PointNo. 3, Jalan Metro Pudu 1Fraser Business Park55100 Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaTel : +603 - 9235 2288 Fax : +603 - 9222 3900Email: jinnychong@fn.com.my
Glass manufacturing complex Hindustan National Glass (HNG)Project typeNew facilityProject newsHindustan National Glass (HNG) is setting up a new manufacturing complex at Naidupeta, Andhra Pradesh. The complex will have five furnaces, three for glass containers and two for float glass. Estimated to cost ` 400 million ($8.8 million), the project is being
developed in phases and is expected to be completed by 2018. It is expected to be completed by the year end and commence production in the first quarter of 2012. The Naidupeta facility will be the largest glass manufacturing complex in South East Asia, with a production capacity of 3,500 million tonne of glass a day.Project locationNaidupeta, Andhra Pradesh Project cost` 400 millionImplementation stageConstruction of first phase commenced in February 2011 with an initial investment of ` 70 million.
Contact details:Hindusthan National Glass & Industries Ltd2, Red Cross PlaceKolkata - 700001Tel: +91 33 2254 3100Fax: +91 33 22543130Email: hngkol@hngil.com
Industrial packaging Time TechnoplastProject typeNew facilityProject newsTime Technoplast is setting up an industrial packaging project in Malaysia, about 140 kilometers south of Kuala Lumpur. The company will manufacture their well established plastic packaging products including Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC), plastic drums & containers to service its international customers and local industry in Malaysia and Singapore. The project is likely to commence production in mid 2012. Time Technoplast shall also be setting up reconditioning / re-bottling plant in the same premises to provide full range of products and services to its customers in Asia.Project locationKuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Project costNot knownImplementation stagePlanning
Contact details:102, Todi Complex35 Saki Vihar Road Andheri (E)Mumbai - 400 072Tel: +91 22 28039999/28039700Fax: +91 22 2857 5672E-mail: ttl@timetechnoplast.com
Packaging materials Tetra PakProject typeNew facilityProject newsTetra Pak is setting up a new packaging material factory in India at Chakan, Pune in order to meet its target of five billion packages by 2013. The total capacity of the new plant will be 8.5 billion packages per year, with the potential of scaling up to 16 billion packages across carton packaging materials as the Tetra Brik Aseptic (TBA), Tetra Fino Aseptic (TFA) and Tetra Classic Aseptic, making it amongst the top five packaging material plants for Tetra Pak worldwide. The plant will also support the company’s growth in South East Asia and the Middle East. Project locationChakan, PuneProject cost` 600 croreImplementation stagePlanning
Contact details:Tetra Pak India Pvt LtdGlobal Business ParkTower C5th Floor Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road Gurgaon - 122 002Tel: +91 124 412 4600 Fax: +91 124 406 4308
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Digital colour mark sensorLubi Electronics offers
‘Sunx’ LX-100 series digital
colour mark sensor. This can
detect any marking because
the sensor is equipped with
red, green and blue LED
element. In order to expand
the functionality, the sensor
comes with dual mode, ie,
mark mode (ultra high-
speed response) & colour
mode (high-precision mark colour discrimination) to suit any
application. This sensor comes with Mode Navi technology for
enhancing features and is easy to use. It is provided with a four-digit
digital display, 12-bit A/D converter, D-code, key lock, timer, NPN
or PNP outputs, IP67 protection, etc. It is used in many applications/
industries, especially in packaging, food, pharmaceuticals, textile,
plastic & many more.
Lubi Electronics
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
Tel: 079-2220 547
Fax: 079-2220 0660
Mob: 093274 97006
Email: info@lubielectronics.com
Cleaning and washing systemScanvik Packaging offers a
wide range of Flexo Wash
cleaning/washing systems
for anilox rolls, gravure
cylinders, printing plates
and parts for both narrow
web and wide web presses.
Flexo Wash uses a safe and
gentle cleaning method
that does not harm even the most delicate rolls. With this system one
can both deep clean the rolls and wash them on a daily basis without
harming even the finest rolls. Simply place the roll in the anilox roll/
plates in the cleaning machine and press start. The whole cleaning
process starting with liquid spraying, rinsing with high-pressure water
and at the end drying by means of air will run through automatically
in one cycle. There is no need to do manual cleaning or drying thus
ensuring minimum manual handling of rolls/plates. The quick and
gentle system is fully automatic and leaves the anilox roll/cylinder/
plates 100 per cent clean & dry ready for use in a very short time.
Scanvik Packaging
Mumbai - Maharashtra
Tel: 022-4010 6327
Mob: 098204 28338
Email: scanvik@gmail.com
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Vertical form-fill-seal machineWraptech Machines offers
high-speed vertical form-fill-seal
machine for producing centre-
sealed pouches handling all types
of f ree-flowing/non-f ree-flowing
powders/granules/solids. The machine
handles a single-reel film stock of
maximum reel diameter 530 mm on
76 mm core. The machine has the facility to be provided with a variety
of filling heads. Draw down of the film is through vacuum pressed
draw-down belts, controlled through a servo-motor drive. The length
of the bag is controlled by print registration system, which is PLC-
based. For unprinted film, the bag length can be adjusted from a single-
touch keypad provided on the front panel. Filling range of the machine
is 25-2,000 g depending on bulk density of products & fill weight
that the maximum pouch size can accommodate. Output can be up to
120-140 packs/min depending on product flow properties, pack size,
type, quality and thickness of laminate being used.
Wraptech Machines Pvt Ltd
Navi Mumbai - Maharashtra
Tel: 022-2787 1743
Fax: 022-2761 2807
Email: marketing@wrapmachines.com
Vibratory bowl feeder Elscint Automation offers
a special vibratory bowl
feeder for large caps having
diameter of more than
100 mm. Plastic caps
require feeding for
automatic capping
machines as well as other
special pharmaceutical
and consumer goods
feeding machines. These
caps have to be oriented
in one direction, which can either be open side facing sky, open side
facing ground or even the open side facing centre of the bowl or away
from it. The feed rate achievable in case of such large caps is about
60-80 caps/min depending on the size of the plastic cap. As most of
the caps come out in ‘open side facing sky’ orientation, they need to
be twisted to change the orientation to ‘open side facing ground’. A
versatile tooling along with feeder can twist caps of any diameter in
180o or as required.
Elscint Automation
Pune - Maharashtra
Tel: 020-2712 2059
Fax: 020-2712 2994
Email: sales@elscintautomation.com
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Horizontal flow wrapping machine Bosch Packaging Technology
India offers for the horizontal
flow wrapping machine Pack
201. This mid-range speed
machine is easy to maintain
and is designed for delicate
product handling. It is ideal
for wrapping bakery goods,
trays, candy bars, wafers and non-food products. Easy format changes for
packaging various sized products are made possible through the adjustable
folding box, allowing for maximum machine efficiency and improved
package quality. The simple and smart design incorporates minimal
parts to increase reliability, streamline maintenance and allow for greater
adaptability. All data is stored on a flash card. The on-board UPS protects
data in case of power loss. The logical structure and the use of graphics
simplify the use of the operator screen. The screen displays parameter
entry, errors and production statistics. The Pack 201 is available in full
stainless steel, it ensures a long lifecycle while safeguarding against leakage,
spoilage, cleaning and humid environment.
Bosch Ltd (Packaging Technology Division)
Verna - Goa
Tel: 0832-669 2042, Fax: 0832-669 2028
Mob: 091588 81011
Email: boschpackaging@in.bosch.com
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Extrusion melt-pressure transducers & transmittersAdinath Controls offers
extrusion melt-pressure
transducers & transmitters from
OneHalf20, Canada, a liquid-
filled capillary design. This tried
& proven design provides an
electronic signal which is proportional to the measured pressure
and allows the transducers to operate at process temperature up to
400oC. The electronic of each transducer are a Wheatstone bridge-
bonded strain gauge design, ensuring high accuracy, reliability and
repeatability. These are available in two distinct accuracy grades, general-
purpose grade accuracy (non-linearity) of batter than 0.5 per cent
FSO, laboratory grade feature accuracy (non-linearity) of batter than
0.5 per cent FSO. All these melt pressure transducers and transmitters are
fully compatible with the industry standards wiring pattern and colour
coding, as well as offering 100 per cent mechanical compatibility with
existing pressure transducers utilising the six pin bayonet connectors.
Pressure range 0-1,500 PSI to 0-15,000 PSI, outputs available 3.3 mV,
4-20 mA, 0-10 DC. The execution voltage available can be mV/V 10 V
DC, 4-20 mA and 24 V DC.
Adinath Controls Pvt Ltd
Gandhinagar - Gujarat
Tel: 02764-286 573
Fax: 02764-286 574
Email: info@adinathcontrols.com
Proximity sensorsOmron offers a wide
range of inductive
proximity sensors to
solve sensing application
needs. The industry
standard inductive sensors
provide high reliability for
machine parts and metal
object detection f rom
short to long distance, in special environment, for special mounting
conditions and special applications. The new 'E2GN' proximity
sensor offers exceptional value without compromising on quality.
It is available in both shielded and non-shielded M12 & M18 model.
Come in pre-wired and connector type, this proximity sensor offers
2 mm, 5 mm and 8 mm sensing distance, respectively. Also available
in DC 3 wires, it has built-in power source circuit reverse polarity
protection, output reverse polarity protection and short-circuit
protection. The 'E2GN' series meets IEC60529, IP67 degree of
protection and EN60947-5-2 EMC compliance. It is an ideal choice
for machine makers and end-users who seek value for money yet
quality product in this tough time.
Omron Automation Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru - Karnataka
Tel: 080-4072 6400
Fax: 080-4146 6403
Email: in_enquiry@ap.omron.com
Film production lineBori Machinery offers
'BR-L' ser ies
laminating pouch film,
thermal lamination film
production line. This
machine is equipped
h i g h - p r e c i s i o n
full-seal original
imported die head,
which ensures high quality lamination. The speed can be up to
260 m/min. High-precision PLC (Siemens, Mitsubishi) is used for
controlling, with the full automatic constant tension control for
reeling, unreeling and every tension point. This machine is suitable
for base materials such as BOPP, BOPET, BOPA and aluminium
foil for resins: LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, PP, EVA, EAA, EMA
and other coating grade resin to produce pouch film and thermal
lamination film.
Bori Machinery Imp & Exp Corp
Zhejiang Province - China
Tel: +86-579-82050435
Fax: +86-579-82050430
Email: bori@bori.cc
Pharma print cartridges & felt pads/rollersProcess Instrumentation & Controls
offers pharma print cartridges & felt
pads/rollers. These are made for blister
packaging machine, FFS machine
and coding machine. The absorbing
material used is poly porous in various
microns varying from 1 to 25 micron,
depending upon the requirement of
customer. The absorbing capacity of
these cartridges is quite high and the cartridges are hard, so that
the impression is good as there is cotton cloth knitted sleeves
(covering), which is used to avoid direct contact of stereo with
roller. The cartridges are made in various ID, OD and length
depending on customer’s requirement. The maximum OD can be
85 mm and length up to 300 mm. Inner diameter of the bore can
be adjusted as per the specific coding/marking requirement. These
inking rollers are used extensively in coding and batch printing
machines for marking/stamping of 'batch no', 'mfg date', 'exp date',
'retail price', etc.
Process Instrumentation & Controls
Vadodara - Gujarat
Tel: 0265-235 7228, Fax: 0265-235 5429
Email: batchprinting@yahoo.com
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Plate making machineInnovative Flexotech offers photopolymer
plate making machine for pharmaceutical
batch printing. It performs exposure, washout,
drying and treatment in complete functions.
The exposure unit comes with instant light-
up Philips high-intensity lamps, unique
digital timers for back/main exposure, good
quality lamps cooling/exhausting system
and quick vacuum draw-down pump with
an indicator. The features of washout unit
include: easy access design, special bristle good for all kinds of plates
washout, suitable for Perc+NBA & green chemicals and good result for
175 LPI one per cent reproduction. Drying unit comes with features
such as drying drawer with uniform heat distribution, temperature
adjustable by a precise controller, unique air circulation and exhaustion
design and over-heat sensor for safety and protection. Features of
treatment unit are: chemical-free operation, digital timer for light
finishing control and Philips UVC high-intensity lamps equipped with
powerful air exhausting for large size models.
Innovative Flexotech Pvt Ltd
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
Tel: 079-2685 2439
Email: info@flexo.co.in
Digital paper moisture meterCole-Parmer India offers the ‘Delmhorst
P-2000’ digital paper moisture meter.
This electrical resistance-type moisture
meter comes with three separate scales:
paper, baled scrap paper and reference.
The moisture scale range for paper is
4.3 to 18 per cent, for baled paper the
range is 5 to 40 per cent, and for the
reference scale it is 0 to 100 per cent. The
meter measures through built-in pins and
optional pin electrodes. The contact pins
mounted on top of the meter provide 0.8 cm (5/16’’) penetration for
testing paper tubes or corrugated stock. The meter also features an
audible out-of-range alarm, internal calibration check, 100 data point
memory, and average/maximum readings. This meter is provided with
a 9V battery and hard plastic carry case. Optional and replacement
electrodes & accessories are also available. The paper moisture meter
is ideal for testing paper materials such as paperboard, corrugated
stock and paper tubes. It finds applications in the print & paper,
packaging, food & beverage and manufacturing industries.
Cole-Parmer India
Mumbai - Maharashtra
Tel: 022-6716 2222
Fax: 022-6716 2211
Email: response@coleparmer.in
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Contact coderProcess Instrumentation &
Controls offers online high-
speed contact coder. This is
a small intermittent motion
reciprocating contact coder
with ink cartridge enclosed
in its container for label
printing. It is mountable for
online marking on sticker
labelling machines in pharma/food industry and is widely used for
coding and marking on labels at high speeds. It is used to print various
statutory information like batch number, date of manufacturing,
expiry date, price and any other information on various packing like
tins, containers, cartons, lids, stickers, laminated flexible pouches,
films, metal containers, etc. It is specially used for high-speed coding
application viz, self-sticker labelling & multi-track packing line,
FFS, blister pack, and strip pack machine. This machine’s compact
design makes it easy to install where space is limited. It can be
mounted in any angle: vertical, horizontal, or side mounting. It
has a versatile controller with inbuilt cyclic timer and five different
input modules to achieve or optimise printing at speeds up to
180-200 impressions per minute with easy operation.
Process Instrumentation & Controls
Vadodara - Gujarat
Tel: 0265-235 7228
Fax: 0265-235 5429
Email: batchprinting@yahoo.com
Web guiding systemATE Enterprises offers web
guiding system of low noise level
(62-63 dB), manufactured
by Erhardt+Leimer (India).
Important features of this system
include infinitely adjustable
control sensitivity by regulating
air signal pressure, adjustment of
the operating pressure with the aid of a pressure gauge, adjustment
of the cylinder positioning speed to optimise control circuit, and
high-powered blower provides fast system response with almost nil
signal transmission delay. This system is suitable for a wide range
of webs including thin films, maintenance & wear-free blower, easy
fitting of an additional hydraulic port for external uses, etc. Further,
it is easy-to-maintain due to compact & modular construction, and is
also operator-friendly.
ATE Enterprises Pvt Ltd
Mumbai - Maharashtra
Tel: 022-6676 6100
Fax: 022-2673 2463
Email: pps@ateindia.com
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Blue LED displayKwality Photonics offers a wide range
of blue LED displays which include:
single-digit, multi-digit, dotmatrix,
lightbars, etc. The expanded range
now includes: single-digit, seven
segment displays (SSDs) from 7.6 to
200 mm character height; dual,
triple and quad SSDs in 7.6, 10
and 14 mm variants. Blue dot
matrix displays are available in a
wide range of alternatives with
the traditional 30 and 50 mm,
5 x 7 modules proving particularly popular. There is
a choice of intensity and wavelength in the range, with new
variants being constantly introduced. The brilliant,
470 nm wavelength LED displays are visible in the brightest ambient
lighting, but draws less than 0.5 W (85 mA) from a single +5 V
supply, which is less than most standard red LED displays. The
KLSXXXB series LED digital meter displays are offered as units to
employ silicon carbide super bright blue LEDs.
Kwality Photonics Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad - Andhra Pradesh
Tel: 040-2712 3555
Fax: 040-2712 4762
Email: kwality@kwalityindia.com
Aluminium profile sectionKirpekar Engineering offers a
variety of aluminium profile
sections along with all the
connecting accessories a
designer requires. These
sections and profiles allow the
designer various options and
possibilities of frames to be
manufactured for industrial applications like Fifo storage racks,
display boards, enclosures, machine guards & fencing, robotic &
automation systems, conveyors, work-test & assembly line benches
and tables, assembly in packaging machines and many more.
These specially extruded aluminium profiles are designed and
manufactured with very close tolerances and maximum strengths,
anodised to a depth of 15 micron ensuring the structures are
accurate and resistant to corrosion. These have a ling life and
can be used for any application. The standard sizes available are
30 x 30, 40 x 40, 40 x 80, 80 x 80 and 80 x 160.
Kirpekar Engineering Pvt Ltd
Pune - Maharashtra
Tel: 020-6674 1600
Fax: 020-6674 1601
Email: sales@kirpekarengg.com
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Rotary coderBhavmark Systems offers
RM-2, a compact rotary
coder with instant dry
thermo fusible ink. This
coder can print date,
batch number, price and
other information. It is applicable to most soft and flexible
packaging materials, eg, cellophane, PP, PE, aluminium,
cardboard, etc. Maximum speed can be up to 35 m/min and
maximum printing area 30 x 35 mm. It is easy to install
on all types of continuous motion packaging machines
such as flow pack units and form-fill-seal machines.
Important features include: driven by high-speed stepping
motor, self-test, quick configuration, automatic temperature
control, LED display, and quick replacement of modules.
Bhavmark Systems
Thane - Maharashtra
Tel: 022-2819 8722, Fax: 022-2818 0455
Email: sales@bhavmark.com
Temperature controllerProcon Technologies offers
PXR series temperature
controller from Fuji Electric.
This 1/16 DIN temperature
controller comes with a LED
display that is 1.6 times larger
than other previous models
with dust-proof front display
and operational section that
is waterproof and conforms
to NEMA-4X (IP66). It is
available in 24 x 48 mm, 48 x 48 mm, 48 x 96 mm and 96 x 96
mm sizes. Fuzzy control is a standard feature suppressing overshoot
without lengthy start-up time and improving the response to external
disturbances by quickly reverting to set points. It is provided with 16-
segment ramp/soak & menu driven auto/manual mode of operation.
By using the digital input option, the operator can change between two
set points using a remote, start/stop the control action, start/reset the
ramp/soak, start/stop the auto tuning, cancel the alarm latch or start
the incorporated timer.
Procon Technologies Pvt Ltd
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
Tel: 079-2749 2566, Fax: 079-2743 2871
Email: dhaval@procon.co.in
Retro-reflective area sensorPepperl+Fuchs offers RLG28, a new
series of retro-reflective area sensor.
With a total of six light beams,
this sensor generates a constant
60 mm detection field over a sensing
range of 0-4 m. This complete solution
offers a resolution of 12 mm and is
designed to fit aptly in situations where
single-beam retro-reflective sensors reach
their limitations or where expensive
light grids are needed. Housed in a standard photoelectric
senor housing, the RLG28 is mechanically and electrically
compatible with all common photoelectric sensors available
in the market. Users facing problems in detection of targets
can easily use this technology without changing the control
concepts within their control loop. This sensor reliably detects
objects of all shapes. The sensors are used primarily for the
reliable detection of the front edges of objects, as well as
the consistent detection of different objects with no defined
shape or position, such as pallets, bags, deformed blocks, etc.
Pepperl+Fuchs (India) Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru - Karnataka
Tel: 080-4211 1198, Fax: 080-2837 8031
Email: info@in.pepperl-fuchs.com
Photoelectric gap sensor
Lubi Electronics
offers ‘Sunx’ RT-610
series photoelectric
gap sensor. It is ideal
for gap sensing, mark
sensing and address
reading. In this sensor,
the beam axis alignment
is not required, as
the emitter and
receiver are integrated in a single body. It has
a sensing range of 10 mm, 20 mm and 50 mm.
The models with a sensing range of 10 mm and 20 mm are
available in red LED type and green LED type for mark
sensing. This sensor provides high reliability, as the housing
material is made of die-cast aluminium. It can be used
effectively in typical applications such as packaging, pharma
and machine tools industry.
Lubi Electronics
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
Tel: 079-2220 5471
Fax: 079-2220 0660
Mob: 093274 97006
Email: info@lubielectronics.com
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1 AC drive ............................................. 19
2 AC variable frequency drive ................... 19
3 Acrylic bending machine ........................ 57
4 Air bubble film ....................................... 80
5 Air cooled sealer ..................................... 22
6 Aluminium profile section ...................... 87
7 Ammonia liquid chiller ............................. 8
8 AS-interface system ................................ 45
9 Auger filler .............................................. 80
10 Auto sealer ............................................. 78
11 Automatic rescue device ......................... 19
12 Automation & storage system ................ 45
13 Batch counter ..................................... 81
14 Battery ....................................................... 7
15 BBL brake motor .................................... 23
16 BBL/KEC flame proof motor ................ 23
17 Bearing .................................................... 69
18 Bio-mass dryer ........................................ 79
19 Blade bending machine .......................... 57
20 Blue LED display system ....................... 87
21 Bottle / container filling machine ........... 83
22 Bottle uncrambler ..................................... 5
23 Brake pad .................................................. 7
24 Brewing technology ................................ 61
25 Bulk milk cooler ....................................... 8
26 Butterfly valve ........................................... 8
27 Cable ................................................. 45
28 Cable carrier ............................................ 69
29 Cable connector ...................................... 69
30 Cable handling & processing system...... 45
31 Candy wrapping machine ....................... 79
32 Capacitive and magnetic sensor .............. 45
33 Capping machine ...................................... 5
34 Cartoning machine ........................5, 31, 83
35 Case erector .............................................. 5
36 Case packer ............................................... 5
37 Case sealer................................................. 5
38 Chain ...................................................... 69
39 Cleaning and washing system ................. 81
40 Clutch plate & cover assembly ................. 7
41 Coding ............................................... COC
42 Cold-aseptic filling system...................... 61
43 Compact pneumatic cylinder .................. 39
44 Concrete block & paver machine ........... 31
45 Connector ............................................... 69
46 Connector accessory ................................ 45
47 Contact coder .......................................... 88
48 Container filling line............................... 31
49 Contrast/colour scanner .......................... 37
50 Controller ................................................ 19
51 Convertor ................................................ 81
52 Conveyor ................................................... 5
53 Conveyor belt .................................... 82, 88
54 Conveyor system ..................................... 89
55 Conveyor technology .............................. 61
56 Counter ................................................... 81
57 Counter & power supply ......................FIC
58 Crimp contact & tool ............................. 45
59 C-slot and T-slot pneumatic cylinder .... 17
60 Custom-made cable ................................ 45
61 Cutting machine ..................................... 57
62 Cylindrical sensor ................................... 37
63 Dairy machinery ................................... 8
64 Data cable ............................................... 45
65 Design concept ....................................... 29
66 Digital colour mark sensor ..................... 81
67 Digital panel meter ................................. 12
68 Digital paper moisture meter .................. 87
69 Digital temperature controller ................ 83
70 Dosing/sealing system............................. 83
71 Double sheet monitoring system ............ 37
72 Drive ....................................................... 83
73 Drying and heating system ..................... 79
74 Dual channel with modbus .................... 83
75 Dynamic controller ................................. 83
76 Electric actuator & gripper ................. 39
77 Electric injection moulding machine ...... 78
78 Electronic brake ...................................... 19
79 Elevator controller .................................. 19
80 Encoder .................................................FIC
81 Exhibition - Complete Packaging Expo ...33
82 Exhibition - Engineering Expo ........ 42, 49
83 Exhibition - Food & Bevtech 2012 ....... 65
84 Expanded polyethylene capseal ............... 32
85 Expanded polyethylene seal liner ............ 32
86 Extrusion melt-pressure transducers &
transmitters ............................................. 84
87 Factory production display .................. 81
88 Fastback revolution seasoning system ..... 89
89 Fiber-optic controller .............................. 17
90 Fibre-optic amplifier ............................... 37
91 Fill and seal machine .............................. 79
92 Filling and closing technology ................ 61
93 Filling machine ......................................... 5
94 Film production line ............................... 84
95 Filter .......................................................... 7
96 Finished package ..................................... 29
97 Flange mounting motor .......................... 23
98 Flexible packaging material .................... 79
99 Flow rate indicator & totaliser ............... 81
100 Flow wrapping machine ........................... 5
101 Forked photoelectric sensor .................... 37
102 Gasket ............................................... 32
103 Gasoline system ........................................ 7
104 Gear pump ................................................ 7
105 Geared motor .......................................... 23
106 Glue spreader .......................................... 79
107 Gripper.................................................... 33
108 Guided compact pneumatic cylinder ...... 39
109 Hand-type impulse sealer ................... 78
110 HDPE/PP woven sack ........................... 80
111 Heat treatment plant .............................. 79
112 High capacity bag palletiser .................... 87
113 Horizontal FFS machine .......................... 5
114 Horizontal flow-wrapping machine ....... 83
115 Horizontal form-fill-seal-packaging
machine ............................................. 55, 83
116 Horn ......................................................... 7
117 Hot- melt coating machine .................... 77
118 Identification system .......................... 45
119 Induction sealing ..................................... 22
120 Inductive switch ...................................... 37
121 Industrail connector ................................ 45
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122 Industrial automation .......................... 6, 78
123 Industrial control & sensing device ......FIC
124 Industrial pump ...................................... 66
125 Inspection and monitoring technology ... 61
126 Instrumentation made cable ................... 45
127 Invertor/variable frequency drive ..........FIC
128 Isolator .................................................... 81
129 Kamlok & drylok coupling ................. 66
130 KEC AC motor ...................................... 23
131 KEC DC motor ..................................... 23
132 KEC slipring crane duty motor .............. 23
133 Labelling ...........................................BC
134 Labelling and dressing technology ......... 61
135 Labelling machine.................... 5, 79, COC
136 Length counter ....................................... 81
137 Level controller .....................................FIC
138 Lighting system ........................................ 7
139 Liner ....................................................... 32
140 Load cell indicator .................................. 81
141 Loading arm ........................................... 66
142 Long bar sealer ....................................... 78
143 Lubricant................................................... 7
144 Marking system ............................. COC
145 Measuring & monitoring relay .............FIC
146 Measuring sensor .................................... 37
147 Mini sensor ............................................. 37
148 Motion control ......................................FIC
149 Motor ...................................................... 23
150 Multilayer stretch film ............................ 77
151 Nitrogen extrusion sealer .................... 78
152 Non-nozzle type vacuum sealer .............. 78
153 Nozzle ..................................................... 66
154 Nozzle-type vacuum sealer ..................... 78
155 OEM controller ................................. 81
156 Oil cooler ................................................ 79
157 Oil heater ................................................ 79
158 Online B2B marketplace .................. 47, 91
159 Overwrapping machine ............................ 5
160 Packaging development engine ........... 29
161 Packaging solution .................................. 21
162 Packing and palletising technology ........ 61
163 Palletiser .................................................. 31
164 Palletising robot ...................................... 87
165 Paper impregnation line .......................... 79
166 Paperless recorder.................................... 12
167 Parallel gripper system ............................ 77
168 Pharma packaging machinery .............. BIC
169 Pharma print cartridges felt pads/ rollers 84
170 Photo electric sensor .................FIC, 45, 90
171 Pick & pack case packer ......................... 77
172 PID temperature controller .................... 81
173 Plastic film & sheet ................................ 79
174 Plate heat exchanger ................................. 8
175 Plate making machine ............................ 87
176 Plug valve .................................................. 8
177 Pneumatic & hydraulic cylinder ............. 33
178 Pneumatic valve ........................................ 8
179 Powder filling machine ........................... 80
180 Power controller ...................................... 19
181 Pressure regulator .................................... 33
182 Pressure sensitive paper & film label ...... 21
183 Pressure sensor ....................................... 17
184 Process controller .................................... 12
185 Process tank .............................................. 8
186 Process technology .................................. 61
187 Product handling equipment .................. 89
188 Profile controller ..................................... 83
189 Programmable logic controller ........FIC, 83
190 Programmable terminal ........................FIC
191 Protective-conduit system ....................... 45
192 Proximity sensors ..................................FIC
193 Proximity sensors .................................... 84
194 PVC & fabric coating plant steam heater ..79
195 Rail tanker ........................................... 8
196 Receptacle ............................................... 66
197 Refrigerant pump...................................... 8
198 Refrigeration ............................................. 8
199 Refrigrated compressed air dryer ............ 39
200 Relay ......................................................... 7
201 Retro-reflective area sensor ..................... 90
202 RFID ....................................................FIC
203 Rinser and pasteuriser ............................. 61
204 Robotic palletiser ...................................... 5
205 Rotary coder............................................ 90
206 Rotary encoder ........................................ 45
207 Safety light curtain .......................... FIC
208 Scanner ................................................... 81
209 Screw commpressor .................................. 8
210 Screw power controller ........................... 19
211 Sealer ....................................................... 22
212 Self adhesive tape .................................... 88
213 Sensor ...................................................... 45
214 Shrink bundler .......................................... 5
215 Shrink film ...................................5, 79, BC
216 Shrink film packaging machine .............. 87
217 Shrink sleeve applicator ............................ 5
218 Shrink wrap sealer ................................. 78
219 Shrink wrapper ....................................... 79
220 Shrink wrapping machine ......................... 5
221 Sight flow meter ..................................... 66
222 Skin wrapping machine .........................BC
223 Soft starter & digital starter ................... 19
224 Solenoid valve ......................................... 33
225 Spark plug ................................................. 7
226 Starter motor ............................................ 7
227 Stretch blow-moulding technology ........ 61
228 Stretch film packaging machine ............. 87
229 Stretch wrapping machine ...................... 87
230 Surface inspection system ....................... 10
231 Switching relay ......................................FIC
232 Swivel ...................................................... 66
233 System engineering ................................. 61
234 Tank & silo .......................................... 8
235 Temperature controller ........12, 83, 90, FIC
236 Thermoforming machine .......................... 5
237 Timer ..............................................81, FIC
238 Transmitter .............................................. 81
239 Tray sealing machine ................................ 5
240 Tubular bag form system ........................ 79
241 Twin bagger ............................................ 78
242 Ultrasonic flow meter ......................... 12
243 Ultrasonic sensor ............................... 37, 45
244 Universal controller ................................. 83
245 Vacuum packaging machine ................ 80
246 Variable frequency drive ......................... 19
247 Ventilator ................................................ 88
248 Vertical cartoning machine ..................... 53
249 Vertical FFS machine ....................5, 82, 83
250 Vibratory bowl feeder ............................. 82
251 Vision sensor ...................................FIC, 10
252 Vision software ....................................... 10
253 Vision system .......................................... 10
254 Washer ............................................... 61
255 Web guiding system ................................ 88
256 Wiper blade .............................................. 7
257 Wood seasoning kiln ............................... 79
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Pepperl+Fuchs(India) Pvt Ltd. 45
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