Modern Packaging & Design - May-June 2012

EDITORIAL

Editorial Advisory BoardP V Narayanan

Member of Board APEDA (Ministry of Commerce)

M K Banerjee Director-Creativity & Innovations (Global)

Essel Propack Ltd

R KrishnamurthyDirector-Marketing & Operations

Orient Press Ltd

S DasManaging Director

Nordson India Pvt Ltd

Manas R Bastia [email protected]

rankly speaking, there is nothing much to write about the Union Budget 2012-13 considering the high level of expectations from it to accelerate the Indian growth engine and in particular, the packaging sector, and what it put forth. Arguably this could

have been a well-timed precursor to the 2nd phase of economic liberalisation that the country embarked on two decades ago. However, far from taking any proactive policy steps, the government seems to have settled for a guarded approach towards shoring up weak investment sentiments and unveiling only a handful of anti-deficit measures that comprise hike in service and excise taxes.

Besides, the budgetary proposal to amend the Income Tax Act with retrospective effect has perhaps made the biggest dent on the long-term fiscal credibility of India story, not only outside but inside the country as well. It has come as a bolt from the blue when the national economy is pitted against tapering growth on one side and growing maturity of Indian manufacturing on the other and hence, rising confidence in attracting higher foreign investment into this domain.

From a sectoral perspective, there have been only a limited number of budgetary proposals that would aid further growth potential of the packaging sector in India. Considering the scope of this space, the few that can be touched upon here include government’s efforts for consensus on 51-per cent foreign direct investment in multi-brand retail; setting up ` 5,000-crore venture fund for the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector; Goods and Services Tax (GST) to be operational by August 2012; among others. In short, the need of the hour is to exercise ample jurisprudence and make sure that the India growth story stays on course.

Before signing off, let me inform you about the introduction of a new ‘Product Enquiry and Sourcing’ service for our readers. Beginning with this edition, your search and sourcing of products featured in ‘Modern Packaging & Design’ become even more seamless! All you need to do is send an SMS to us at 51818 stating your requirement or write to us at [email protected]. Our state-of-the-art smart system will ensure that your query is not only processed faster but also that you get a qualified response on priority. Looking forward to your prompt participation so that we can serve you better.

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CONTENTS

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Multidimensional insights into the fast-changing world of packaging

Post-Budget 2012

32 Bonanza or burden?

Automation Trends

60 Material handling solutions: Effective systems for food safety

Energy Management

62 3D simulation modeling: Technology for creating novel designs

Policies & Regulations

64 Metal in food and pharma packaging: Analysing the safety standards

Strategy

66 Beverage packaging: Aseptic technologies for product integrity

Tips & Tricks

68 Bar coding in packaging: Guide to end-to-end package security

Event Report

73 IFCA Star 2011 Awards and IPMMI-IMDIR Plaque:

Saluting excellence in creativity and innovation

REGUL AR SECTIONSEditorial ................................. 7

News, Views & Analysis ...... 12

Technology & Innovation .... 20

Design Innovation ................ 24

Technology Transfer ............. 26

35

Projects ................................. 70

Event List............................. 72

Book Review ........................ 74

List of Products.................... 85

List of Advertisers ................ 86

Cover photo: Neha Mithbawkar and Joshua Navalkar

Metal packaging ....................36

Aesthetics in

metal packaging .....................38

Interface: Darshan R Shah ...42

Roundtable ............................43

Special Focus47

Packaging printing ..................................... 48

Printing and graphics ............................. 50

Interface:

�George Mathews ....................... 52

� �Andrew Tay ............................... 53

Innovations in graphics .......................... 54

Package design ....................................... 56

ERP ........................................................ 58

In Conversation With 30 Suprotik Das, MD, Nordson India Pvt Ltd

Facility Visit 44 Avery Dennison: Labeling success with each step

Insight & Outlook

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NEWS, VIEWS & ANALYSIS

12 Modern Packaging & Design May-June 2012

New President for Interpack 2014

Friedbert Klefenz, Chairman of the

Managing Council of the Packaging

Technology Division of Robert Bosch

GmbH, is the new Interpack President.

He was unanimously elected as President

at the first meeting of the Interpack

2014 Advisory Council. The constitutive

meeting of the Advisory Council of the

world’s most important event for the

packaging sector and related process

industries marks the start of the phase

of preparing the specific themes of the

fair and its strategic orientation.

At Interpack 2014, packaging

designers and industry will come

together to work on intelligent solutions

for reducing global food loss. After its

premiere at Interpack 2011, the Metal

Packaging Plaza will again be a point of

convergence for the international metal

packaging sector and the associated

supply industry. “Interpack owes its

prominent position to the excellent

and constructive cooperation with the

Advisory Council. The fair targets the

needs of exhibitors and visitors alike,”

said Werner Matthias Dornscheidt,

President and Chief Executive Officer,

Messe Düsseldorf.

Avery Dennison launches Global MDO film laminatesAvery 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. It

includes a significant reduction in web

breaks, up to 50 per cent less ooze, an

inherently printable film and almost 70

per cent more labels per roll balanced with

the on-shelf label clarity demanded for

home & personal care applications.

The clear, inherently printable face stock

offers superb printability with on-press

corona treatment and delivers stable

print registration resulting in consistent

high-quality print work. Commenting

on the newly launched product, Vrajesh

Thakker, Market Manager-HPC,

Label and Packaging Materials, Avery

Dennison (India) Pvt Ltd, said, “Global

MDO is the apt choice for customers

looking for sustainable product without

compromising on clarity, confirmability,

productivity and shelf appeal.

It has higher clarity and the construction

has lesser carbon foot print vis-à-vis

PE 85.”

Manjushree Technopack bags ‘Best Supplier Performance Gold Award’

Manjushree Technopack Ltd, the

Bengaluru-based packaging major, was

recently awarded the ‘Best Supplier

Performance Gold Award’ by Hindustan

Coca Cola Beverages Ltd (HCCB), the

bottling arm of Coca Cola India. The

packaging leader has been conferred the

award for the second time in row, the

first being in 2011. HCCB presented

this award to the company at the recently

conducted ‘Strategic Supplier Summit’,

in New Delhi. The award was presented

to Vimal Kedia, Managing Director,

Manjushree Technopack Ltd, by Atul

Singh, President, India and South West

Asia Business Unit, The Coca-Cola

Company. Manjushree Technopack has

been a preferred supplier for HCCB for

over four years.

“Getting an award for the second

time in a row is wonderful. It only shows

that we have been able to delight our

customers consistently. The ‘Coca Cola

Gold Supplier Award’ is a prestigious

one, considering that the company is

one of the leading brands globally and

to recognise an associate for good work

among a pool of others they work with

is motivating and keeps us on our toes

to improve our performance every year,”

averred Kedia.

ASTM International Committee on Flexible Barrier Packaging gets new chairman Dhuanne Dodrill, President of

Rollprint Packaging Products Inc, is

new Chairman of ASTM International

Committee F02 on Flexible Barrier

Packaging. The committee includes

185 members who oversee more

than 56 standards for flexible barrier

packaging, including component

barrier materials, their properties

and package design, development &

production.

A member of ASTM International

since 1996, Dodrill also serves on

Committee D10 on Packaging. She

has over 25 years of experience in

the flexible packaging industry, and

has held various technical, quality

assurance and management positions.

Dodrill is also a member of

Sterilisation Packaging Manufacturers

Council Executive Committee,

Institute of Packaging Professionals

Medical Packaging Task Group and

Association for the Advancement of

Medical Instrumentation.

ASTM International is one of

the largest international standards

development and delivery systems in

the world. It meets the World Trade

Organization (WTO) principles

for development of international

standards. ASTM standards are

accepted and used in research

and development, product testing,

quality systems and commercial

transactions.

Vimal Kedia with Atul Singh and representatives from HCCB and Manjushree Technopack Ltd,

at the Strategic Supplier Summit

Friedbert Klefenz



Domino launches stevia and sugar blend packs The makers of Domino Sugar and C&H

Sugar have introduced the latest products to

their family of sweeteners – Domino Light and

C&H Light. Domino Light and C&H Light

are available in two pack sizes – a 40-count

packet box and a 2-lb re-sealable pouch. The

40-count packet box is convenient for quick,

portion-control servings for beverages or for

sprinkling on fruit or cereal. Individual packets

of our sugar and stevia blend are ideal for travel,

in offices or for everyday convenience.

The 2-lb pouch offers the sweetness

equivalent of a 4-lb bag of sugar and is ideal for

baking or everyday sweetening. The re-sealable

pouch makes scooping and storing easy and

mess-free.

“With most lower-calorie sweetener

substitutes, baking success can be limited.

Domino and C&H Light makes baking

lower-calorie recipes easier, with better quality

and without forgoing taste. Domino Light

and C&H Light packets are a perfect, low-

calorie sweetener solution, with only 5 calories

per packet,” informed Maria Machita, Vice

President Sales and Marketing, Domino Foods.

Global bioplastics market forecast to grow at 17.8% by 2018 Led by growing demand in Asia-

Pacific and South America, the global

bioplastics market is expected to reach

revenues of over $ 2.8 billion in 2018,

reflecting average annual growth rates

of 17.8 per cent.

The global bioplastics market is

set to hit nearly 2,000,000 tonne in

volume in five years time, which is four

times the size of the market in 2007.

Bioplastics has moved past the initial

phase of market introduction and is

experiencing robust increases in demand

in virtually all parts of the world. Gains will be fueled by a number of factors,

including consumer preferences for environmentally sustainable materials,

improved performance of bioplastic resins relative to conventional plastics and

introduction of commodity plastics produced from bio-based sources.

Rajesh K Pandya, Vice President-Operations, Parikh Packaging Pvt Ltd, said,

“Biodegradable plastics offers added value to the packed products in applications

where recycling of conventional plastics is difficult, eg, food packaging. Also,

under composting conditions, polylactic acid degrades completely to water and

carbon dioxide, leaving behind a small biomass within a short time, which could

be 45-90 days depending on composting conditions.”

Avani Jain

Nichrome bags IPMMI design development award for its high-speed oil packing machine

Nichrome, one of the pioneers

in form-fill-seal machines in

India, has recently won the

Machinery Design, Development

and Innovation Award 2012;

the award was conferred by

Institute of Packaging Machinery

Manufacturers of India (IPMMI).

Nichrome received this

award for the development of its

high-speed oil packing machine –

Filpack SMD. It is a double-head

model with an output of up to

70 packs per minute. The double

head construction of the machine

saves space and the manpower,

thus contributing to profitability.

The machine also offers flexibility

of packing different oils and

quantities on two different heads

simultaneously.

Harish Joshi, Managing

Director, Nichrome India Ltd,

commented, “Nichrome could

change the benchmark of

productivity by doubling the

output with the introduction of

the SMD oil machine. This has

helped oil companies to manage

rising demand with the same

manpower and space.” He added,

“The Nextgen Servo Model

machine is being introduced to

the market, which is a further

advanced technology version of

this series machine.”

Avani Jain

Jerry can maker opens new facility in Wrexham AST Kunststoffverarbeitung, a Germany-based

manufacturer of jerry cans, has opened a new production

facility in Wrexham, North Wales. The company said

that the move is aimed at reinforcing its position in the

European industrial plastic containers market. It will be

the firm’s first production base in the UK.

Operational since December 2011, the factory

produces sustainable extrusion blow moulded, High-

Density Polyethylene (HDPE) stackable jerry cans in

sizes from 5 litre to 25 litre, as well as a 25-litre square

round model. All these products are UN certified

for dangerous goods packaging, and are produced

in accordance with the plant ’s ISO 9001:2008

accreditation status.

Prior to this undertaking, AST had a long established

customer base in the UK that was serviced from mainland

Europe. Paul Devaney, Managing Director, AST UK,

said, “This investment underlines AST’s continual

commitment to the needs of its customers, and opens

up new opportunities in the region. AST is dedicated to

providing safe, reliable and high-quality plastic packaging

in the markets it serves at the best possible value, in line

with the business philosophy of the parent company since

its formation.”



Acquisition boosts Amcor’s Indian presence Amcor, the Australian packaging manufacturer,

has acquired the Indian flexible packaging

business Uniglobe Packaging for $ 20.8 million

(€ 15.7 million). The deal further expands

Amcor’s foothold in India, where it already

has three production facilities in Haridwar,

Chakan and Pune as well as sales offices in

Gurgaon, Noida, Mumbai and Pune.

Ken MacKenzie, Managing Director and

Chief Executive Officer, Amcor, said, “This is

an important opportunity to expand Amcor’s

footprint in the high-growth Indian market.

Uniglobe comes with a strong management

team and a track record of delivering

significant annual sales growth. The current

management will remain with the business

and play a key role in driving future growth

in the Indian market.” With annual sales

at about € 15.8 million, Uniglobe caters to

multinational customers in the food, personal

care and healthcare markets. The Indian

company operates two plants in Daman, about

150 km north of Mumbai.

Tetra Pak expands packaging portfolio Tetra Pak has unveiled six new packaging

designs at the Anuga FoodTec, Cologne,

Germany. There are two new portion packs

based on the Tetra Brik Aseptic Edge

design and a tear-off opening for on-the-

go convenience to its Tetra Top Carton

Shot range. Charles Brand, Vice President-

Marketing & Product Management, Tetra

Pak, commented, “The six products are

highly distinctive with functional new

designs, and are the result of our long-

standing commitment to innovation &

design excellence.”

The new Tetra Brik Aseptic 200-ml and

250-ml Edge packages provide the flexibility

to consume on-the-go while catering to

the increasing number of single-person

households. The Tetra Pak A3/CompactFlex

iLine, which delivers 9,000 packages per hour,

will produce four products on one line. Due for

launch in 2013, Tetra Rex Pearl is a brand new

package designed for premium milk and juice.

It delivers improved branding possibilities and

a differentiated offer for retailers. The Tetra

Gemina Aseptic range will be launched in

two new shapes – Leaf and Crystal.

Tetra Pak is also launching Lokka, a new

opening option for the Tetra Top Carton Shot

in a convenient 100-ml package. Lokka is a

new convenient tear-off opening, which meets

the demand for on-the-go consumption.

Avery Dennison expands Pune facility US-based Avery Dennison

has completed a major

expansion of its production

facility in Pune, which

will significantly enhance

the company’s production

capacity to meet the

growing demand of Indian

market. It has invested

` 1,000 crore for this

expansion. It has two plants

in Gurgaon and a recently

commissioned distribution

centre in Bengaluru.

Dean A Scarborough,

Chairman and President,

Avery Dennison, said,

“With this latest expansion,

we continue with the

next big chapter in our

development in India. Our

customers across India and

South Asia have been our

primary focus, since we first

established operations here

in 1997.”

Avery Dennison also

announced two more

significant developments

in India, the establishment

of a new innovation centre

in Pune and a knowledge

centre in Bengaluru. The

Pune innovation centre will

be operational by mid-2012.

The innovation centre

will be the third for Avery

Dennison, which has

existing centres in the US

and China. It will provide

dedicated research and

innovation development

ser vices for Indian

converters and original

equipment manufacturers,

whi le s imultaneously

p r o v i d i n g g r o w t h

opportunities for India’s

pressure-sensitive labeling

industry.

Mamata Machinery introduces new bag-making technology Mamata Machinery has launched

Vega 1200 Split: a dual-draw roll plastic

bag maker. It has Dual Servo Driven

Index with Dual Pneumatic-Assisted

Dancers. With this technology, one can

process at a time, two printed bags of two

different sizes, two-lane bags up to 590

mm width in each or single-lane bag up to

1,200 mm width.

Apurva Kane, Senior Vice President,

Mamata Machinery Pvt Ltd, said,

“This machine offers various benefits to

customers. It has the potential of reducing

the manufacturing cost of the customers.

By doubling the production capacity,

the machines will save labour cost, space

occupied by two machines as well as energy

consumed. If the normal plastic bag-making

machine has the capacity of producing

1 lakh bags per day, this machine will

produce 2 lakh bags per day.”

The company has spent nearly two

years in research and development. Further,

` 30-40 lakh has been invested in the project.

He added, “Initially, the machine might

appear to be expensive, but will offer many

benefits to the customers in the long run.” Avani Jain



SCHOTT to display new glass solutions at Finetech 2012, Tokyo SCHOTT AG, the international

specialty glass and technology company,

will showcase its ultra-strong glass

for cover and touch applications with

capacitive & resistive touch technology.

The products Xensation™ Cover,

Xensation™ Cover 3D and Xensation™

Touch will be the centre of attraction.

Xensation™ Cover is a floated and

chemically strengthened alumino-silicate

glass with the hardness & resistance to

protect touchscreen devices from scratches

& breakage. Internal tests of market-ready

Xensation™ Cover material show that with

its compressive strength of over 900 MPa,

it offers a high bending strength and ball

drop test resistance, achieving top test

results in this industry. Xensation™ Cover

is currently in the evaluation phase.

SCHOTT’s glass solution

for capacitive touch technology –

SCHOTT Xensation™ Cover 3D is a

floated lithium-alumino-silicate glass.

It has low transformation temperature

of 505°C for easy and cost-efficient hot

forming processes. This quality opens

up many 3D design options for the

latest devices with curved-surface cover

glass and high surface quality, for even

sleeker gadgets.

New-age Long skirt closure from Bericap Bericap India has launched

a new dispensing system –

GALILEO® II for syrups,

sauces, dressings and premium

edible oil in standard Verplast

29/21 glass and Polyethylene

Terephthalate (PET) bottles.

GALILEO® is the registered

name for a range of closures

from Bericap that use its

patented technology for

moulded hinge closures.

This new design allows

not only to maintain the

original and conventional

appearance of products,

dedicated to premium edible

oil, vinegar and traditional

syrups markets, but also

allows a modern communication to support

it, eg, syrups addressed to children & young

adults. This closure can also be printed on

a large surface, allowing a pleasant way of

communicating on shelves. The closure offers

an efficient tamper-evident performance with

breaking bridges when the overcap is opened

and a tear-off membrane below the overcap,

assuring the integrity of the product.

The proven GALILIEO® technology was

the base for a new long skirt dispensing closure

development, the LSK EV 29/44, fitting to a

Verplast 29/21 neck finish. Overall, the new

range of closures offers various benefits such as

attractiveness of new design and functionality

of the hinge, thus presenting new opportunities

in the market for brand owners. For final

consumers, the Galileo hinge ensures that the

closure is easy to open and recap, especially for

children & the elderly.

3M and Sage Products announce unique infection prevention offering

3Ms Infection Prevention Division and

Sage Products are working together to offer

surgical staff and patients a new pre-operative

prepping kit to help address the risk of Surgical

Site Infection (SSI) in three main reservoirs

of bacteria in the body – nares, oral cavity

and skin.

Debra Rectenwald, President and

General Manager, 3M Infection Prevention

Division, said, “By packaging our products

together in a cost-effective, convenient kit,

we are working together to achieve our

mutual goals of reducing infections.” The

Nose to Toes kit is exclusively available

for sale from Sage Products. “This simple

intervention is easily and quickly applied

in the pre-operative environment. Reducing

the patient’s skin flora before they enter the

operating room promotes positive patient

outcomes,” she added. Packaged together,

this comprehensive kit helps clinicians and

staff-control the process for pre-operative

prepping, eliminating patient non-compliance

in these areas.

Multi-layer plastics for longer shelf-life of milk Manjushree Technopack Ltd

is working with Gowardhan,

a private dairy founded by

Parag Milk Foods, to bring

in the multilayer technology

in an effort to extend product

shelf-life for packaging fresh

milk. This is among the

many packaging innovations

being tested and introduced

in the Indian market.

Parag Milk Foods, a

Pune-based company, will

launch milk in multi-layered

Polyethylene Terephthalate

(PET) bottles across 40

major cities in India.

Devendra Shah, Chairman,

Parag Milk Foods Pvt Ltd,

confirmed, “We felt that

there was a strong demand

among consumers for a

packaging that would retain

the freshness of flavoured

and fruit-based milk for

longer duration. Companies

outside India are already

employing this technology

and we will also join the

league. The company aims

to launch the product in

100 more towns in six

months. The work towards

developing the technology

is under process and

will be launched in

3-4 months time.”Avani Jain

Debra Rectenwald



Avery Dennison launches new thin materials portfolio Avery Dennison has introduced its first

ever comprehensive food labelling portfolio

to focus on improved environmental

sustainability. The new thin materials

provide converters access to a broad

range of food labelling products that

are more environmentally sustainable,

use significantly thinner materials, boost

productivity and maintain conversion &

shelf performance, as compared to other

conventional labelling materials.

Better environmental sustainability is a

key demand for many of Europe’s largest

food manufacturers and retailers, and the

Avery Dennison Thin Labelling portfolio

allows for substantial improvements. For

example, conducting an Avery Dennison

Greenprint assessment if the new MC

Primecoat 70 product were used for

relevant food labelling across Europe, the

impact would result in a reduction in waste

equivalent to that produced from 750,000

households, energy consumption savings

from 72,000 households and reduced water

consumption from 6,000 households. Such

a switch would also save 4,300 trees and

reduce carbon emissions by an amount

equaling that by 4,400 cars.

Pregis designs innovative pack solutionThe Czech division of Pregis Protective

Packaging Europe has designed an innovative

transit box with internal separators for the

transfer of gun parts between manufacturing

locations at the factory of Česká Zbrojovka

as – the specialist arms manufacturer. Česká

Zbrojovka was seeking an effective means

for transferring rifle butts and casings

without causing surface damage to the parts

during the process. Previously, the parts

were simply placed into boxes where they

could knock against each other.

Working with the customer, the

Pregis design team created a number of

alternatives before the final selection was

made and a sample developed for testing.

A critical requirement was to maximise the

number of parts that could be transported

in one box.

The Pregis solution uses a combination

of polypropylene sheet and polyethylene

foam to create individual rests for each

part, enabling them to be placed securely

side by side inside the box without

touching. In order to ensure that the

parts do not move during transit, the

inserts provide effective cushioning and

impact protection. A Česká Zbrojovka

spokesperson commented, “Pregis has

demonstrated a clear understanding of our

requirements and developed an effective

transit pack, which meet all our objectives.”

Global plastic film and sheets market to grow remarkably by 2017

The global plastic film and sheets

market is forecast to reach 56.6

million tonne by 2017, mainly driven

by burgeoning demand from end-

use markets, competitive advantages

over conventional paper and foil as

well as technological advancements,

as per Global Industry Analysts

Inc’s global report on plastic films

& sheets market.

Rohan Shrikant Shahane,

Regional Director-South East

Asia, Machine Point Consultants

SL, noted, “Plastics is better than

conventional materials such as

paper, as plastics can be used to

drastically reduce the thickness

of the overall packaging. Their

lower weight as compared to other

materials results in lowering the

carbon footprint of companies.”

The report stated that the

changing consumer dynamics,

particularly in the food and

non-food packaging industries,

economic recovery and growing

prominence of developing Asian,

Middle East & Latin American

markets, will accelerate the pace

of development. The Asia-Pacific

represents immense growth

potential, with the largest global

marketshare. This region is primed

to race ahead at the highest

compounded annual growth rate

of 5.3 per cent through 2017.

Customised service solutions for improved performance by Tetra PakTetra Pak has unveiled Guaranteed

Performance, its latest customised service

solution to improve the lifecycle

performance of customer

operations, which provides

guaranteed performance levels.

Building on Tetra Pak’s

long-term commitment to

partnership with its customers,

Guaranteed Performance is

a service agreement, which

ensures that equipment

performance meets pre-agreed levels over

a specified time.

Speaking at Anuga FoodTec trade fair,

Steve Wyatt, Vice President-Technical Service,

Tetra Pak, said, “Guaranteed Performance

puts the focus on working together with

customers to improve system performance

and predictability, which reduce lifecycle cost.”

The cost of downtime can be

difficult to measure and

is often underestimated,

especially for high-utilisation

installations. Through a

systematic, coordinated plan

geared at driving down

operating costs and securing

maximum performance, Tetra

Pak provides customers with

maximum reliability. Simplified

administration and clear division of

responsibilities between the customers’

staff and Tetra Pak service engineers also

contribute to a more personalised service

and satisfaction.

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION


Pneumatic in-line weight system simplifies bag filling Flexicon Europe has introduced a

pneumatic gain-in-weight filling

system that automates delivery of free-

flowing bulk solids from downstream

silos or processing lines to individual

bulk bags. The integrated conveying

and weight batching system helps

organisations increase throughput

and, due to the closed discharge

arrangement, prevents material loss &

site contamination.

The filter receiver of Pneumati-

Con® vacuum dilute-phase pneumatic

conveying system is mounted on

load cells, enabling the system

controller to weigh incoming material

at high rates and then at steady

dribble-feed rates, stopping the flow

after an accurate batch weight is

reached. Pressing a ‘fill’ button on the

control panel actuates a bag inflation

blower on the Twin-Centerpost™ bulk

bag filler to remove creases in the

bag. With this, a slide gate valve at

the outlet of the filter receiver opens

simultaneously, allowing the weighed

batch to gravity discharge into the bag

at high rates; subsequently, a vibratory

deck densifies the material to stabilise

the bag. A second set of load cells

mounted beneath the bulk bag filler

allows the system to confirm the final

weight of the filled bulk bag. The

controller then releases the bag straps

and deflates the spout seal, allowing

the operator to tie-off the spout and

remove the filled bag.

Thermoforming clean-fill machine by Bosch Bosch Packaging Technology has

developed Thermoforming Clean-

Fill (TFC) machine for cold chain

products like yogurt and dessert.

The machine features operational

height, easy accessibility and

hygienic design.

The production of multiple cup

and label heights without tool changes

allows manufacturers to adapt the

machine to different production

and market needs. The cylindrical

thermoforming mould can be

automatically adjusted by the user and

is then synchronised with the labeling

system. The new technique enables

the labeling system to changeover

even during production. The wrap-

around labeling system features a

central cutting blade, allowing the

operator to adjust sizes by changing

the label reel. As a result, downtime

is minimised and fast adaptation to

different production needs is possible.

The system also consistently positions

the labels; hence, the front always

faces the outside of a multipack,

making the package more attractive to

consumers at the point-of-purchase.

With a closed stainless steel

frame, the TFC machine ensures

a hygienic production environment

and low maintenance. It uses servo-

driven contact plates to preheat

plastic material, enabling better

energy transfer and reduced energy

costs as compared to pneumatic

drives in similar machines.

Borealis launches RJ901MO packaging solution

Borealis has launched a new superior flow random

copolymer Polypropylene (PP) RJ901MO, which

brings clear advantages in sustainability and

fresh aesthetics to the rigid packaging market.

The next-generation advancement for thin-wall

packaging and houseware applications, such as

storage boxes, CD & DVD cases, delivers an

overall step-change in performance, less energy

consumption and a reduced carbon footprint

plus strong visual appeal.

RJ901MO’s high Melt Flow Rate (MFR)

of 110 in combination with nucleation enables

lower processing temperatures. For packaging

converters, this creates the potential for higher

productivity through optimised cycle times and

energy savings. RJ901MO offers a good balance

of stiffness and impact performance comparable

to that of MFR 70 random copolymers at

ambient temperatures, allowing stable stacking

of finished articles. Products based on RJ901MO

benefit from an appealing, fresh look on stacking.

This because of the grade’s outstanding optical

performance in terms of excellent transparency,

gloss and a non-yellowing effect.

New Sunday Vpak presses by Goss International Goss International has launched a

new press technology – new Goss

Sunday Vpak variable sleeve presses.

It introduces an entirely new way of

exploiting the inherent print quality,

cost and agility advantages of

web offset.

The Sunday Vpak presses print

at up to 457 metre (1,500 feet)

per minute. The result is output

capabilities up to 200 per cent

higher than those of a sheetfed

press, along with reduced substrate

costs, greater substrate range and

inline converting.

The model serves as a preferable

alternative to cassette-style web

offset packaging presses that rely on

cumbersome and costly cassettes to

achieve repeat variations. Available

in web widths up to 1,905 mm

(75 inch) and 1,041 mm (41 inch),

respectively, the Sunday Vpak 3000

and Sunday Vpak 500 press models

feature quick-change blanket and

plate cylinder sleeve adapters, which

make infinitely variable repeat

lengths easier and more affordable.

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION


Tisomi launches two new flow wrapping machinesThe new Tisomi Mini 400 servo

flow wrapping machine is one of the

smallest stainless steel, fully electronic

table-top machine. It offers mid-speed

performance up to 60 packs per minute

and has been specifically designed for

use where floor space is limited.

The Mini 400 features a colour

HMI touchscreen and product memory,

and users benefit f rom fast & easy

product changeovers. There is an option

for date code printing, and this machine

is expected to appeal particularly to

businesses that manufacture products

such as sandwiches, rolls, muffins and

flapjacks on a daily basis.

For contract packers and high-

volume manufacturers of bakery products

& sandwiches, the new stainless steel

Tuscan 650RJ electronic servo flow

wrapper uses the latest technologies

to provide a host of user features and

benefits, while offering output of

up to 150 packs per minute. These

features include a 650-mm wide web

handling station, a photo cell for print

registration, ‘no product – no bag’, tool-

less crimper head height adjustment

and an adjustable folding box with fixed

product guides, to name a few.

Nicholl adds compostable vacuum pouches to portfolio

Nicholl Food Packaging has launched a

new range of pouches. The innovative

high-barrier compostable vacuum pouches

from Plastopil combine sustainability

benefits with excellent product preservation

and maximum consumer convenience for

a wide range of food products including

meat, cheese & poultry.

The new Plastopil pouches are

manufactured from a unique compostable

coextruded high-barrier film, Ecoex HB,

which is particularly suitable for vacuum

pouches and flowpacks applications. The

film provides excellent contact clarity,

durability and sealability. Over 70 per

cent of the film is made from renewable

resources, and it conforms to EN 13432

specifications for controlled composting.

Standard pouches are available in

various sizes, thicknesses and barrier

levels, enabling them to be tailored to

precise requirements of different products

in both retail and foodservice markets.

The packs are easy to handle during the

filling process, ensuring fast throughput

and excellent sealing properties including

sealing through wrinkles.

New industrial containers that need no pallet

Condepols, a Spanish company has

launched its new NOPALLET Big Bag

(industrial containers made of fabric),

which needs no pallet, thanks to its

exclusive base. This has resulted in

improved management of human and

material resources used in the processes.

The NOPALLET Big Bag stands

out from other similar options because

each unit gives rise to an average savings

of approximately € 4, as it dispenses with

the costs associated with using pallets.

It also stands out for its productivity

(as fewer resources are needed to carry

out the same functions). Studies have

concluded that in the case of a 6-m-long

truck, the useful load may increase by

750 kg when it is stacked at two levels,

aided by the stability of this new product.

Other advantages are the strength

of its fabric (240 g/m2), its internal

bag (which guarantees protection and

tightness) and its ecological nature. As

it does not use wood, it contributes

to decreased deforestation. Condepols

also develops customised projects for

individual customers.

Atlas launches new CW technology platform in film slitting and rewinding

The new Center Winding (CW)

technology platform introduces the next

generation of more compact film slitting

solutions from Atlas in web widths of

2.5-10.4 metre (98-410 inch) and delivers

higher efficiency, increased productivity

and reliability, higher quality rewind reels,

reduced noise levels and more effective,

operator-friendly control systems.

This latest Atlas technology also

features wireless rewind arm positioning,

automatic knife positioning, direct-drive

web path rollers and running speeds up

to 1,500 m/min (4,920 ft/min) with more

precise web tension control. Electrical

cabinets are now fully integrated into

the machine to reduce the space required

for installation with ‘under floor’ service

trenches also no longer required.

Further, with the unique Turret

Rewind® design providing an automatic

cutting and taping of the web tails,

the Titan SR9-DT is set to surpass all

productivity records. The new features

in Titan SR9 Series include reduced

power consumption and enhancements

in sustainability showing respect

for the environment. Its advanced

engineering design has led to significant

improvements in the quality of slit reels,

reduction of set-up time and increased

productivity.

DESIGN INNOVATION

Culinary power with unique oil package Agrovim has designed an exclusive packaging for its cooking

range of olive oil. The company offers a premium quality product,

and thus demands a premium quality visual differentiation for

its packaging. The target audience is the international high-end

consumer with a penchant for a sturdy metal casing. This pack

design targets the mind of a food connoisseur who has the spirit

of an aesthete. On the metallic can that speaks of function and

culinary power, a realistic-looking drop of oil, comes almost as an

after-thought, to keep the product safely in the food section of

every selling point.

If ever there was a slogan attached to it, then this would read

‘simply oil’. The packaging is tuned towards aesthetic simplicity

and technical quality. The company has tried to be flexible,

comprehend its clients’ needs and creatively adapt to any given

brief. The design hints towards a packaging that is deliberately

moving away from traditional vessels and symbols of olive oil

quality or clichés of provenance.

Manufacturer: Agrovim

In a sea of look-alikes, the challenge is to bring to the market new and improved product concepts where the packaging does more than simply contain and protect the contents. Packaging innovation is crucial to the future of packaged goods, with user convenience being a key driver. As smart packaging concepts are predicted to be commonplace features in the future, this column is a tribute to the latest innovations in packaging designs.

Glow with new juice packaging Gloji has done an excellent job of using a package shape that

perfectly conveys the product and its benefits. The package

is designed in the shape of a bulb and is a see-through

arrangement, enabling the consumer to know the variety of

juice inside. The bulb appears to be sitting on its ‘head’, with

the twist connection at the ‘bottom’ of the bulb having the

twist-off cap. In the first glance, the bottle appears to be glass,

which may be an assumption that consumers would make

given the light bulb shape of the package. The Gloji package

is made of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) and the product

name, details and ingredient & nutrition information are

silk-screened onto the bottle. The most aesthetically pleasing

element is when the consumer finds the curvy shape ergonomic

and fun to hold & play with.

The product name Gloji is a twist on the fruit name ‘goji’.

Antioxidants enhance skin health, leading to glowing skin;

thus, the product’s name reinforces its name and benefits, as it

is shaped as an incandescent filament light bulb.

Manufacturer: Gloji


DESIGN INNOVATION

New lemon-top package for juice Cliffstar Corporation, the

leading private label juice

provider from the US, will

soon roll out the unique

package into retail food

outlets nationwide. The 32-

ounce PET bottle from

Amcor PET Packaging looks

and feels the part with its

lemon-peel texturing on its

lemon-shaped top. Embossed

leaves further communicate

the natural goodness inside, and in keeping with the

tradition over many years, the deep ‘Cliffstar green’ colour

is synonymous with its lemon juice packaging.

Jason Krause, Director-Marketing, Cliffstar

Corporation, said, “In the past, most private label and

store brands have focussed on simply matching their

brand to a product line. Today, they want to create their

own brands, and we think such a packaging can lead the

way. You can attract people to the store for your brand,

and which they cannot get anywhere else.”

Manufacturer: Cliffstar Corporation

Facelift for Ethos Water bottle Ethos Water has been given a facelift seven years after it was

first launched. It revamped its packaging in a bid to enhance

shelf appeal in a market that is becoming increasingly crowded

with clear water bottles.

The stylish new bottle, available in three sizes (50 ml, 70

ml and 1 litre), has a modern shape and a sleek label. Label

specialist Spear helped with creating the clear screen/flexo

labelling, which includes an Ethos Water brand icon on the

front label and a frosted map of the world on the back. Both

images can be viewed from either side of the bottle.

Several bottles were conceptualised and prototyped, with

the final design chosen by consumers who cited its sleek lines,

grip ability and the unique form factor. Minimal labeling and

adhesive were used to reduce waste and maintain a ‘water-

clear’ bottle that appealed to the consumer, while satisfying

pre-existing labeling manufacturing requirements.

Manufacturer: EthosBottlegreen sparkling presse drinks Following the successful

relaunch of its award winning

cordials earlier this year,

Bottlegreen Drinks Co will

be repackaging its lightly

sparkling presse drinks in

a new contemporary glass

bottle design. The bottles in

both green and clear glass,

designed by Ziggurat Brands,

are made by O-I – world’s

leading glassmaker. The bottle

features an elongated tapered

neck, echoing the iconic 500-ml Bottlegreen cordial bottle.

In its new look, bottlegreen will increase the size of its

individual 250-ml bottle to 275-ml to increases its presence

in the impulse and on-trade sectors. The old 750-ml presse

bottle, with its exaggerated waist, has also been redesigned in

the new style. The packs also feature clear film labels, printed

by CCL, which utilise the new brand logo along with stylised

illustrations of ingredients.

The company has said that its drinks are known for their

purity, natural ingredients and stunning taste. As a packaging

material, glass best reflects these brand values and has a high

recycled content. The cordial range has been a great success

since the company rebranded the 500-ml bottles last year.

Manufacturer: Bottlegreen Drinks Co


TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER


As part of our endeavour to spread the technology culture, this section provides a means to promote and facilitate exchange of select technologies.

We strive to bring together suppliers of such technologies with suitable users for negotiations and industrial collaboration.

Technology Offered

Adhesives with anisotropic conductivity A Russian organisation offers a newly

developed conductive adhesive with high

conductance anisotropy. The adhesive

is homogeneous on the molecular level

and contains no metallic components.

It provides reliable electric contact

between metals, including aluminium,

semiconductors and their combinations.

The adhesive is transparent so that it can

be used for conglutination of transparent

conductive materials such as ITO.

Areas of applicationFlexible packaging, laminates, sheet

extrusion, etc

Forms of transferManufacturing licence, joint venture

Air bubble packaging film A Korean company is offerring its

existing plant manufacturing air bubble

film. This plant (model: YS1200, YS1000,

YS1400) is equipped with modern and

up-to-date facilities in accordance with

excellent quality goods that this plant

now produces. The consumption of air

bubble sheet in India is increasing rapidly

and this is a profitable business at present.

It is a good chance to catch the low-cost

plants at globally competent standards.

Areas of applicationPackaging industry: It can also be used

for agricultural applications instead of

LDPE if additional thermal insulation is

required.

Forms of transferEquipment supply, turnkey

Corrugated box manufacturing project An Indian company is offering turnkey

project for manufacturing of corrugated

boxes. With 20 years of experience in the

sector, the technology can implement the

project from concept till trial run.

Areas of applicationCorrugated boxes are imperative for

packaging needs of a large variety of

goods, bulk goods transfer, export

packaging, etc

Forms of transferConsultancy, technical services, turnkey

Food packaging machinery An Indian firm offers all machinery

for packaging fruits, vegetables, poultry,

meat and fish. Manufactured in Europe,

the machinery is easy to use and makes

high-quality food products. It also offers

ice-making machines.

Areas of applicationFood processing, agro-based industries

Forms of transferConsultancy, equipment supply, turnkey

Polypropylene (PP)/Polyethylene (PE) woven bag plant This production line using PP as raw

material with advanced and reasonable

match of equipment can make PP woven

sacks with different folded diameter and

specifications through the process of

mixing of raw materials, yarn drawing,

weaving, hot cutting, printing and

stitching. The product is light-weight,

clean and safe.

Areas of applicationPackaging industry: PP woven sacks have

good anti-moisture, water-resistance,

anti-breakage, anti-slip and high piling

height characteristics, which make these

suitable for long-distance transportation,

loading & discharging with little breakage

rate. PP woven bags find applications in

packaging of such products as chemical

fertilisers, sugar and salt.

Forms of transferTechnical services, turnkey

Recycling of PET wastes into polyester polyols A Czech Republican company

is offering the technology for

rec yc l ing o f Po l ye thy lene

Terephthalate (PET) wastes (PET

bottles, X-ray films, etc) to produce

polyester polyols. The process

consists of the following steps: Collection

of PET wastes, sorting out & shredding

of collected PET wastes, simple chemical

process of glycolysis & esterification

and production of polyester polyols.

Areas of applicationPolyesters are the base materials for the

polyurethane applications in closures

and sealants, which are primarily

transferred into material saving and

sealing applications

Forms of transferTechnology licensing, others

Sensor for detecting packaging leakage The present invention provides a

sensor for detecting oxygen leakage

in packed items and storage plants.

The present invention further

provides a process for preparing the

sensor by ion-pairing of Methylene

Blue (MB) with Dodecyl Sulphate

(DS) to produce a water-insoluble form

of dye (solvent-soluble and

compatible with food items), which

can be used to create a UV-activated,

oxygen-sensitive indicator that can be

printed on a variety of hydrophobic

polymers.

Areas of applicationFood packaging industry, medical

devices, vaccum packaging, etc

Forms of transferConsultancy, technology licensing,

research partnerships

TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER


Adhesives, specialty additives and their intermediates A leading UK-based company

is seeking innovative investment

opportunities in organic chemistry,

chemical formulations or processes

including manufacturing, technology

licensing, acquisition, joint venture

and distribution. The company has a

reputation for technical innovation,

and high-quality performance products.

The company seeks to acquire rights

to novel chemistry products, innovative

technologies, formulations, compounds

and applications that are synergistic

to its current range of activities, and

that will increase the diversity of its

manufacturing base. Patents or know-

how would be desirable.

Areas of applicationPlastics rigid and flexible packaging,

laminate printing and processing, etc

Forms of transferManufacturing, technology licensing,

acquisition, joint venture and

distribution

Disposal and recycling of plastic waste A Polish firm seeks the technology

for dry processing of all kinds of

plastics waste or a magnetic processing

method in the electrostatic field. The

technology should allow sorting of

all kinds of plastic materials, hay-

silage foils, PET, HDPE, PVC, etc, by

excluding dangerous waste.

Specific technical requirements

include initial cleaning without the use

of water, sorting of all kinds of plastic

materials after cleaning in a closed system,

and a maximum processing capacity of

10,000 tonne of waste per annum.

Areas of applicationPlastics packaging industry, waste

management, recycling operations

Forms of transferOthers

Recycled PET bottle machineryA Poland-based company specialising

in recycled PET polyester polyols

manufacturing is looking for an alternative

proposal of design and engineering of

bigger (about 25 ktpa) production plant. It

plans to start with good-quality recycled

PET flakes being delivered in big bags.

Hence, the company requires a complete

package offer for this service.

Areas of applicationBeverage packaging industry

Forms of transferOthers

Roll of PP/EVOH film to seal food trays A Spanish company works in

high-technology packaging for

regional pre-cooked and fresh food.

For the highest possible safety and

quality, equipment and materials with

the latest technology are needed.

During the process and handling,

the lowest possible loss of food

quality, guarantee and safety is sought,

as well as the lowest possible quantity

of (or null) by-products and emission

generation.

For its process of food packaging by

thermo-sealing, the company needs a

roll of Polypropylene (PP)/Ethyl Vinyl

Alcohol (EVOH) film that should be

able to bear a temperature of 120ºC

and be microwave-resistant.

Areas of applicationMaterials, plastics, polymers, food

packaging/handling

Forms of transferCommercial agreement with technical

assistance

Stearic acid for PVC chemicals An Indian company is engaged in

the manufacture of Polyvinyl

Chloride (PVC) chemicals that

are used in manufacturing all PVC

products like pipes, profiles, etc,

and also cable compounds. The

major raw materials used are

lead and stearic acid. The

consumption of stearic acid is

120-150 MT per month. The

company is, thus, planning to set up a

stearic acid plant in order to cater to

its own requirement and also market

to others. It would like to acquire

the technology for production of

stearic acid, which is palm-based or

rice bran-based, with iodine value less

than two and acid value in the range of

205-210.

Areas of applicationIndustrail packaging, bulk packagingg

applications

Forms of transferKnow-how, technical assistance,

equipment, turnkey plant

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IN CONVERSATION WITH: Suprot ik Das


…says Suprotik Das, Managing Director, Nordson India Pvt Ltd. As the Indian packaging industry scales higher summits of quality and competence, tamper-evident sealing solutions and efficient manufacturing are the need of the hour. In an exclusive interaction with Annabel Dsouza, Das shares his visions for a dynamic and competitive packaging industry in India.

“For a product to be attractive, its packaging must be attractive too”

Photo: Saggere Radhakrishna


What are the latest trends and developments in the Indian packaging industry? The Indian packaging industry has seen

two fundamental changes in recent years.

First, thanks to growing disposable income,

the demand for modern consumer products

has grown rapidly. Second, competition

among manufacturers of these products

has intensified. In order to capitalise on

this growing demand and stay ahead of

competition, manufacturers are launching

new, innovative and high-quality products

every day. If a product is to be attractive, its

packaging must be attractive too, not just

in an aesthetic sense, but in performance

and utility as well. This has become an

undeniable reality not only for large-scale

manufacturers, but also for small and

medium scale enterprises, many of whom

make exceptionally good products. All they

need is modern packaging to position their

products against the best.

What are Nordson’s major initiatives for the Indian packaging industry? The supply chain of consumer goods

in India is slow, complex and less than

efficient. Among the problems that plague

our supply chain is pilferage of goods.

Today, virtually every manufacturer is

affected by this. Pilferage causes not

just loss of revenue, but of credibility

and goodwill as well. Thus, almost every

consumer goods manufacturer, from large

multinationals to small local enterprises,

requires tamper-evident packaging.

Nordson has been providing tamper-

evident packaging solutions for many

years, but these solutions were meant

primarily for the big players. Today, using

our product development capabilities in

India, we have made available a range of

tamper-evident packaging solutions for

companies with modest needs. Thus, a

small company that makes an excellent

product can today afford to place it in a

professional, high-performance package,

without significant incremental costs. In

this way, we are bringing the benefits

of modern technology to larger groups

of customers. Such innovations and the

constant development of new markets are

the lifeblood of our company. Over the

years, we have discovered large numbers of

customers, including multinationals, who

have found that the solutions we develop

for emerging economies, such as India, are

of tremendous value.

How has Nordson contributed to the changing dynamics in the packaging industry?Nordson has been driving innovation

in packaging technology. Our adhesive

systems are used in making cartons and in

the attachment of straws & caps on soft

drink cartons, trays, sift-proof cartoning,

attaching liners inside cartons, attaching

labels, making bags & sacks of different

materials, attaching wads to the inside

of bottle caps, coating food & beverage

cans and so on. Our involvement in the

packaging industry is very deep. Nordson

also provides technology-based solutions

in the manufacture of products that have

become essential in our day-to-day existence.

Our core business is capital equipment used

in the dispensing of fluids, surface treatment

and testing & inspection. Our machines

are being used in almost every segment of

modern manufacturing: automotive and

transportation, disposable hygiene products,

medical devices, surgical tape, labels, home

appliances, furniture, semiconductors,

mobile phones, tablet computers, display

devices, solar energy and many others.

How has been your company’s journey in India?Nordson’s first formal entry into India

was in 1988, when we had appointed two

agents to manage our key businesses here.

In 1990, we changed that arrangement and

set up a Liaison Office in Mumbai. Staffed

with our own people, the Liaison Office

was responsible for serving our Indian

customers. With the Indian economy

opening up after liberalisation, Nordson

India Pvt Ltd was incorporated in 1995,

as a wholly owned subsidiary of Nordson

Corporation of Westlake, Ohio, USA.

Operating since then out of our South Asia

headquarters in Bengaluru, Nordson India

has been responsible for managing Nordson’s

businesses in the seven countries of the

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POST-BUDGET 2012


Bo anzaburde ?

orBudget 2012-13 has finally come around. The Finance Minister has announced some provisions to bolster the dismal state of the Indian economy, which has generated mixed reactions in the industry. Here, some of the players from the packaging industry opine on whether these provisions can infuse vigour into the country’s economy.

Sunil JainPresident, Rajoo Engineers Ltd

The Budget is lacklustre and clearly indicates the

stagnation in the process of financial reforms.

It is a huge disappointment to the industry’s

expectations. Most of the measures are one step forward and two

steps backwards. The impact of this Budget on the packaging

industry can only be negative, and this holds true for other

industries as well. Retrospective tax impositions and no specific

time frame for Goods and Services Tax (GST) implementation

do not augur well for the growth of the industry. Foreign Direct

Investment (FDI) in retail has been long awaited, which will

have a negative impact on the growth of the packaging industry.

FDI in retail is beneficial not only for the consumer, but also for

the farming and producing community; there seems a lack of

political will to give a thrust to it.

Thus, the current Budget has failed to give a boost to

the packaging industry. In fact, it is a retrograde step for the

industry in general. No benefits or breaks have been provided for

the packaging or polymer industries. The industry will continue

to be affected by the volatility in polymer prices. Technology

Upgradation Fund (similar to textile industry) would have

benefitted the industry, but nothing has been done.

Karl Vandenbussche, Director,

Reynders Label Printing India Pvt Ltd

The Union Budget has left a lot to be

desired for the packaging industry. The

rise in customs and excise duties will not

only have a negative impact on the market, but also result

in increased prices of products. The Excise Duty rise by

two per cent was not required and will result in tighter

industry dynamics. While we did not expect any reduction

in the taxes, a hike was also unexpected. This will affect our

bottom lines and discourage fresh investment in this sector.

Another area where we expect to hear

f rom the government was recycling. The Budget

has not addressed the massive problems associated

with recycling of packages, mainly plastic packages.

This is not only a problem for the packaging industry,

but for many related sectors as well. Overall, the

Union Budget has offered nothing substantial to the

industry, which will face even tougher times ahead due to

increased costs, lower margins and increased competition.

We hope that the government reconsiders a few of

the decisions in order to provide a lucrative environment

for growth.

Apurva Kane,

Senior Vice President,

Mamata Machinery Pvt Ltd

The rise in excise duty to 12 per

cent across the board instead of

restricting it to selected sectors was disappointing.

This indicates that the government has moved

back to what the situation was in the year 2008.

This year’s Budget can be called neutral, as it does

not do anything against any industry, including

the packaging industry, nor does it provide a

boost to any industry. In fact, this move will only

make things expensive for the industry. Due to

the rise in excise duty by two per cent, everything

including raw material, will become costly, and this

can have a negative effect on the industry. Thus,

the Budget can be seen as an opportunity lost, as

the government has failed to bring about good

reforms. Further, the industries will continue to be

affected by fragmented policies of the government.

The consumers will also be affected by the recent

Budget owing to the increase in commodity price.

This would indirectly affect various businesses.

POST-BUDGET 2012


Kalpeshkumar Parmar, Director, Avaran

Packaging Pvt Ltd

The Finance Minister

has stated that FY

2011-12 has been disappointing with

respect to economic achievements and

that Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

growth & fiscal deficit have slipped to

6.9 per cent & 5.9 per cent, respectively,

due to non-favourable local, national &

international conditions; however, these

conditions are expected to improve in

future. He has focussed on striking

a balance between GDP growth and

fiscal deficit to their respective levels

of 7.6 per cent & 5.1 per cent, which

seems to be more realistic targets to

achieve. He has also announced the long

pending matter of GST introduction

from August 2012 and rationalised

the service tax and excise duty rates to

bring in parity. These steps will bring

uniformity in the tax structure on

an all-India basis, and bring healthy

competition among players in the

domestic industry. Overall, the current

Budget is more focussed on improving

the difficult economic conditions of the

country and poses a greater challenge

for political leaders & government

managers for achieving this goal.

Sandeep Jain,

Director, Hi-Tech

Polyflex Pvt Ltd

The packaging industry was

expecting a reduction in duties in

the Union Budget, but with things

going in the opposite direction, we

will have to re-think our strategies

and prepare for tough times ahead.

The two per cent increase in excise

duty will adversely affect our revenue

structure, and the end consumer

will have to shell out more. The

government has created special

tax-free zones in many states, and

companies operating in those areas

enjoy various geographical benefits

& logistical advantages as compared

to those operating in other areas.

The Budget will further widen the

gap between these two factions and

result in unnecessary advantages to

a few without any difference in the

products offered.

Another area of concern after

the Budget is the rise in excise

and customs, as the price of CNG

and diesel will increase, and our

operating costs will go up. Big

names in the crude oil business will

benefit, as they have near monopoly

in the market, but small- and

medium-level players will have to

bear the brunt. Overall, there is no

positive takeaway from the Budget.

SPECIAL FOCUS


Metal PackagingMetal packaging

Battling demand-supply dynamics ..................................................................................... 36

Aesthetics in metal packaging

Adding vibrance to the ‘can’ do spirit ................................................................................ 38

Interface

Darshan R Shah, Director, Gujarat Tin Manufacturing Co ............................................ 42

Roundtable

How commercially viable is metal packaging in India? .................................................... 43


The global metal packaging

market is making rapid strides

because of its shelf appeal,

design aspects, durability,

eco-friendliness, ease of handling and

distribution, etc. Recently, Visiongain, the

UK-based company, has come up with a

comprehensive report (2011-21) on the

metal packaging market. According to

the report, the global value of the metal

packaging market will reach $ 165.4

billion by 2021, as demand continues to

grow in emerging markets like India. The

market for metal cans in India is about

` 10.2 billion and tinplate accounts for

well over 90 per cent of the market.

Moiz Chunawala, Director, Deccan

Cans & Printers Pvt Ltd, says, “The

demand for metal packaging has

increased in India and is growing at

five per cent every year. However, the

demand is much less in the country due

to many factors such as high cost of

raw materials and consequent shift to

other packaging media. Further, the raw

materials required in packaging industry

are largely imported, since domestic

production is inadequate to meet the

current demand.”

Analysing demand and supplyThe demand for metal packaging is

presumed to grow owing to innovations

in the overall packaging business as well

as the emergence of lucrative markets

in India. However, poor availability of

raw materials is a major concern in the

country. Chunawala notes, “There has to

be a lot of forward planning to make sure

that we do not run out of stocks when

the customer demands for it. In order to

meet the increasing prices and demand,

companies like us are offering light-

weighting solutions to the customers, ie,

lower thickness material, thereby making

the product economical and luring

customers to buy such products. This

approach has improved the demand but

besides that, at present, we do not see any

other way of reducing the packaging cost

for customers.”

Further, the Indian tinplate packaging

market is highly fragmented, with only

few major manufacturers; thus, the raw

materials have to be majorly imported.

Also, innovation in alternative packaging,

such as High-Density Polyethylene

(HDPE) and polyethylene, also pose

a threat to the industry, as customers

are lured towards them and not many

customers are motivated to invest in

metal packaging. In addition, the demand

for metal cans and containers is majorly

restricted to few sectors in India including

the food & beverages industry. This also

limits the growth opportunity of the

industry.

Challenges to conquer Companies face not only external

challenges but also from within the

organisation. Chunawala notes, “Since

manufacturing of metal cans involves

huge cost in terms of raw materials,

and many other things, companies in

this segment are always faced with the

question – why not shift to other media

of packaging?” Also, huge manufacturing

costs are involved in metal packaging,

and it is difficult to decrease the cost

because of limited parameters. Thus, not

many manufacturers are motivated to

enter this industry. Further, the research

and development activities also demand

huge costs. Innovation in this industry

is difficult since metal is very hard, and

hence difficult to mould into different

shapes & sizes.

The demand for metal packaging is increasing in the country but at a considerably slow pace. India is way behind in per capita consumption of metal packaging as compared to that in the western world. Avani Jain looks at some of the issues facing metal packaging and analyses the demand-supply dynamics of the industry.

SPECIAL FOCUS: Metal packaging


Battling demand-supply dynamics

Metal packaging


Chunawala says, “The tinplate

industry is managing to survive in India

as plastic packaging is cheaper and not

as costly as metal cans or containers. In

recent times, metal packaging has been

confronted by rising commodity prices

and processing costs. Hence, initiatives

should be taken by the government to

promote this industry, which is more eco-

friendly as compared to plastics. Further,

subsidies should be provided to the

manufacturers in this segment. However,

the government lacks the initiative and

zeal to do so. Although, the Metal

Containers Manufacturers Association

(MCMA) is taking the initiative and

negotiating with the government, the

journey is a long one.”

Growth opportunitiesMetal packaging offers the highest shelf-

life and barrier properties to oxygen and

moisture. Further, it is tamper-proof,

leak-proof, stackable, recyclable, eco-

friendly, shelf-stable (ie, it can be stored

at ambient temperatures and no cold

chain is required) and possesses excellent

printability & shape ability. Taking into

account the advantages offered by metal

packaging, it would be beneficial if this

industry grows in India, as it can play an

important role in providing new horizons

to the Indian packaging industry.

Chunawala avers, “In the retail

segment, companies are looking at new

means of displaying their products,

which can easily be distinguished and

offer a better shelf-life. Here, metal

packaging industry has an opportunity

to grow. Also, with the global pressure

on India to strengthen its environmental

laws, the government has started

taking initiatives for promoting more

environment-friendly products, and

metal packaging falls in that arena. Even

consumers have become conscious and

prefer environment-friendly products.

Moreover, companies and associations

such as Tinplate Promotion Council

(TPC) and MCMA are undertaking a

number of steps to make the consumer

aware of the advantages of metal

packaging.” He adds, “Thus, though

the growth of packaging industry seems

slow today, but it is a sustainable growth,

which will last long and the future of the

industry looks bright.”

Future prospectsWith India being a potential market,

competition is bound to grow over the

years among various packaging materials.

The preference will be governed by

myriad factors such as convenience, eco-

friendliness, cost and availability of raw

materials. At present, countering the

rising cost of raw materials is the biggest

challenge for the metal packaging sector.

Those associated with metal packaging are

apprehensive that they might lose major

shares to other forms of packaging, if

corrective steps are not taken immediately.

More focus on R&D could address the

issue to a large extent. Although the

industry is slowly aligning itself to global

trends, metal packaging industry still has

a long way to go.


Moiz Chunawala Director, Deccan Cans & Printers Pvt Ltd

The tinplate industry is managing to survive in India as plastic packaging is cheaper and not as costly as metal cans or containers. Hence, initiatives should be taken by the government to promote this industry, which is more eco-friendly as compared to plastics.

Courtesy: Zenith Tins Pvt Ltd



Enhancements in consumer

living standards and

preferences, coupled with

impulse purchases and

convenience, are some of the factors

driving the demand for good packaging

products in India. In such a scenario,

innovative product packaging can help

maximise the sales potential by creating

an arresting, magnetic impact on the

shelf, thus encouraging shoppers to pick

up and interact with the product. This

holds true for all segments including the

metal packaging industry.

Increasingly, metal packaging market

leaders in India are producing a plethora of

products to meet these growing demands,

such as single-serve, aesthetically pleasing,

convenient, resealable and sustainable

packaging. Resealable and multi-serve

packagings address the growing attention

on reducing product waste, thus giving

the consumer more value for money.

Further, improving design aesthetics

in metal packaging can play a major part

in increasing the demand and luring

the customers towards them. It can

also give a boost to the industry, which

is currently growing at a slow pace. S

Venkat, Manager-Sales, Zenith Tins

Pvt Ltd, says, “Constant innovation,

changes in aesthetics and design as well

as automation with built-in flexibility

are the only solutions that can drive the

growth of this industry and help it keep

pace with the surging costs.”

Current trends Metal packaging can convey a premium

look and feel while ensuring durability

& good value. In order to jazz up

packaging, brand owners can incorporate

in metal packaging advanced decorative

and shaping techniques for visual appeal.

Beverage packs, confectionery products,

etc in innovative and alluring packages,

such as beautifully decorated & shaped

metal containers can draw the attention of

the customers. Attractive metal containers

not only perform the functional task, but

also entice consumers for impulse and

gift buying.

Today’s metal box designs show a

colourful pattern as these have moved

from the conventional square box to

rectangular, round and heart-shaped,

specially shapes such as half-cartridge,

cartridge and complex boxes. Even tins and

containers now come in cylindrical and

oval shapes apart from the conventional

round shape. Venkat notes, “The current

trend is of high-end products using square

or rectangular tins, as these have high

visibility due to a difference in shape while

low-end products such as paints use round

tins. Further, square and rectangular tins

cannot be stacked one after the other and

need to be kept separately. This helps them

easily catch the customer’s attention. ”

Changes in consumer lifestyles bring about a change in their demands, and metal packaging industry is no exception to this. Attractive product packaging with value-additions can help the industry rise from the current levels. Avani Jain explores some of the industry’s initiatives to add value to products, delivering competitive solutions for the surging retail market in India.

Adding vibrance‘can’to the

do spirit

SPECIAL FOCUS: Aesthet ics in metal packaging

Photo: Joshua Navalkar


Design initiativesCrucial to the effectiveness of metal

packaging is its flexible yet robust

natural qualities. Employing the

talents of innovative design teams of

metal packaging suppliers, brands

can conceive and then conduct

trials for various packaging shapes

and decorations. These metal

solutions can use a number

of aesthetic and tactile

developments such as

embossing, de-bossing,

perforation, soft-touch,

marble finishing or

holographic fo i l

technology. The latest

decorative techniques

used in metal

packaging combine

the sensual,

natural feel

of metal

with unusual,

eye-catching

f i n i s h e s .

Using these

techniques, the

final package can echo

the true brand essence.

Venkat elaborates, “An appealing

packaging is a combination of good

design/high-class printing/three-level

embossing/use of new print applications

such as pearl finish coating. Since it is

difficult to mould the raw material in

metal packaging due to the hardness

and other limitations of metal, printing

on metal assumes great significance and

manufacturers play with this art to make

the product more appealing and improve

its design aesthetics. Taking a step in

this direction, our company has installed

the latest high-speed two-colour Fuji

Primax machine, which enables excellent

graphics and leaves no smudges.”

Together with the design aesthetics, the

light-weighting solutions can also help the

industry gain a large marketshare. Today,

the industry is moving towards down-

gauging and providing the customers

with value-added products such as shaped

cans. There is major growth in two-piece

beverage cans. Trends in the beverage

segment – both carbonated and non-

carbonated – are shifting focus from

the conventional modes of packaging to

new modern cans, which appeal to the

consumers, as they are not only stylish

& attractive, but also light in weight.

Food manufacturers are also increasingly

focussing on attracting young customers

with light-weight, attractive and colourful

packing materials. Venkat adds, “In order

to reduce the weight of packaging, we

are buying double reduced tinplate

sheets from the Tinplate Company

of India. Double reduced material is

normally thinner, but stronger, than the

conventional single reduced material.

Thus, we are continuously analysing

the possibility of down-gauging the

thickness and have come up with some

successful products.”

Growth opportunitiesThe growth parameter of metal

packaging is directly linked to the

growth trend of the Fast-Moving

Consumer Goods (FMCG) segment,

which is highly influenced by the choices

of the consumer. Metal packaging,

along with many value-added solutions,

allows brands to quickly adapt to today’s

consumer reality. Metal packaging along

with its various benefits and decoration

techniques available can give brands

the twin benefits of dazzling impact

and environment-f riendly appeal

since metal is completely recyclable.

Metal packaging also gives a superior

appearance, premium look and finish

to the product feel, while ensuring its

durability & good value.

Venkat concludes, “The future

of metal packaging industry will

be healthy if companies pay

heed to the design aesthetics of

the product, as this is a major

factor in deciding the

success of the metal

packaging industry.

It can help packaging

companies compete

with alternative

packaging solutions

available in the market.”


S VenkatManager-Sales, Zenith Tins Pvt Ltd

Constant innovation, changes in aesthetics and design as well as automation with �� solutions that can drive the growth of this industry and help it keep pace with the surging costs.

Aesthet ics in metal packaging

Photo: Joshua Navalkar

SPECIAL FOCUS: Inter face - Darshan R Shah


“The ban on low-grade plastics can boost the metal packaging industry”

…opines Darshan R Shah, Director, Gujarat Tin Manufacturing Company. In an exclusive conversation with Avani Jain, he states the challenges and opportunity areas for the metal packaging industry in India.

How is the demand for metal packaging in India?The market for metal packaging is

witnessing an upward trend. The

government is taking some good steps by

lowering the usage of low-grade plastics,

which is a plus point for the metal

packaging industry. The second important

fact is that the demand for canned food

items is low in the Indian market, but

with the increasing awareness, their

demand is also increasing.

What advantages does metal packaging offer?The use of metal packaging has various

advantages. It is environment-friendly and

can be disposed & recycled easily. It has

a longer shelf-life as against plastic and

paper packaging. At humid temperatures,

paper packets can melt and result in

product damage. Hence, it finds limited

usage. Metal packaging lasts longer than

plastic packaging.

What are the challenges faced by the industry?First, there are huge costs involved in

research and development activities.

Innovation in this industry is difficult,

as metal is hard to mould into different

shapes and sizes. Second, one of the major

challenges is the rising prices of raw

materials. Metal rate is directly related

to Dollar rate, as we mainly import the

material from other countries. Third, the

manufacturing costs are huge in metal

packaging, and it is difficult to lower the

cost because of limited parameters. This

cost can only be reduced by increasing

the production. Further, it is difficult for

companies in the segment to automate

their systems, as there is no technology

available and funds are limited.

How does metal packaging compete with plastic and paper packaging? Metal packaging is facing a tough

competition from plastic and paper

packaging since, in India, very few

companies manufacture low-thickness

metal. Most companies import the raw

material from other countries, which adds

to the price. For plastics and paper, we

have good raw material providers in the

country, which makes them less costly.

Thus, the metal packaging industry is

currently overlooked, but as awareness

about eco-friendly products will grow,

people will move to metal packaging.

What technologies are available in India vis-à-vis the foreign market?In other countries, the metal packaging

industry is fully automated, and this

makes the quality superior. Also, most

industries use metal containers for packing

their products. The food industry sees

the maximum usage of metal packaging.

According to this demand, these countries

use efficient, fast technology, which saves

time and cost to a large extent. Their

machines can produce 900 cans/min.

Such technologies will take a long time to

come to India, as the demand is still low.

What is the future of the metal packaging industry?The future of metal packaging industry

looks bright as the agro and food industries

are growing at a fast pace. These industries

account for the maximum share in the

metal packaging industry. If more actions

are taken for banning the usage of plastics,

it will directly impact the metal packaging

industry. Some actions are already taken

in this regard and further steps is seen on

the part of the government.


SPECIAL FOCUS: Inter face - Darshan R Shah


Roundtable


Atul Shah Director, Rajdeep Cans Pvt Ltd

Although the demand for metal packaging is growing at five per cent per annum, this increase is quite slow. Many companies are closing down their businesses, which is a distressing situation. Even the foreign markets tell the same story. This is due to two major reasons – availability of alternate packaging options such as plastics and the rising costs of raw materials. Almost all products that were earlier packed in metal containers and cans are now packed in plastic cans. However, there are few things that can only be packed in metal containers, eg, pesticides, etc. Moreover, this industry is lacking in innovations and Research and Development (R&D). As soon as new and innovative products will be introduced in the market, this industry will witness a boom but that will take time to happen. With regard to the commercial viability of this business, at present, the demand for metal packaging seems to be slow, which is affecting the industry.

In recent times, metal packaging has been confronted by rising commodity prices and processing costs. Avani Jain speaks to some industry experts to find out more about the commercial viability of metal packaging in India in the present scenario.

Rashmin Prajapati Senior Manager - Sales Specialty,

Bericap India Pvt Ltd

Huge costs are involved in metal packaging due to rising raw material prices and the high-end technology involved. Not only the raw material is expensive, but handling it is also an issue; hence, companies need to move towards automation. The basic raw material for metal caps and closures is tinplate, which is quite costly. Further, as compared to plastic caps, metal caps are simple in design, and thus do not have the potential to lure the customers. The market for metal packaging, especially metal caps, will only increase with unique value additions in the design; however, this is a costly affair since it is difficult to mould metal into different shapes owing to its hardness. The demand for metal caps is declining not only in India but also worldwide. The metal packaging business can only be profitable if the aforesaid issues are resolved at the earliest.

Himanshu Sampat Marketing Executive -

Packaging Division, Manaksia Ltd

We buy raw materials as per the rates of London Metal Exchange (LME), which is governed by the policies prevalent in Europe. As the price rises, we have to bear that, and this affects the business. We manufacture Roll on Pilfer Proof Caps (ROPP) closures and containers made out of aluminium, and this market seems good at present. We are facing few challenges, but since we have been in this business for a long time, we are able to cope with these. The future of metal packaging industry seems to be bright, as five years down the line, the cost of raw materials is expected to decrease, and this will have a positive effect on the industry. Further, since the cost of production is low in India as compared to foreign markets, this can serve as a plus point for the domestic industry. Thus, the profitability of the metal packaging industry will increase in India in the near future.

The demand for metal packaging lags way behind plastic packaging. Due to increasing raw material prices and drag in technology adoption, the segment seems to be moving towards stagnation. Hopefully, the situation will improve when innovative products surface in the market.

Editorial take:

How commerciallyviable is metal

packaging in India?


Delving into the finer

intricacies of the packaging

market depicts a complex

scenario where technological

capability and cost sustainability are

some of the key factors driving the

market today. With India and China

consisting of the largest retail markets,

gives a tremendous impetus to the growth

of the packaging industry as well as

influences major packaging trends. The

Indian label industry is highly dynamic,

technologically driven and is growing

fast. While India still lags behind in the

per capita consumption of labels, it has

the highest growth rate in the world for

labels, with an increasing demand for bar-

coded labels. The use of bar-coded labels

is growing by 30-35 per cent in India, and

these labels are also making way for smart

Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID)

labels such as those used prominently in

European and American markets. Also,

the narrow web flexo and combination

press market is growing in India.

Today, the Asia-Pacific region

consists of more than 50 per cent of

the marketshare of the packaging and

labeling materials market, with India and

China in the lead. However, each segment

of the industry is highly fragmented

and consists of several organised and

unorganised players. While the industry

as a whole is growing at twice the rate of

the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), it

has a large number of organised players

than almost any other segment. Within

the packaging segment, flexible packaging

outstrips growth of board and other types

of packaging, but the fastest growth in the

segment comes from all kinds of labels.

Further, in the pressure-sensitive labels

segment, the use of transparent and filmic

labels is in great demand. However, the

fastest growing flexible label segment

consists of wraparound and shrink-wrap

labels. Shrink-wrap labels are the most

popular in the Indian packaging market as

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)

manufacturers use them to cover irregular-

shaped rigid containers. Flexible labels

printed by gravure and flexography are

increasing at more than 25 per cent per

annum. The majority of marketshare lies

with pressure-sensitive labels, which is at

about 65 per cent.The newest expansion

facility is part of Avery Dennison’s efforts

to consolidate its presence in the strong

Asia-Pacific region, especially in India’s

burgeoning packaging market.

“With this latest expansion, we

continue with the next big chapter in

our development in India. Our customers

across India and South Asia have been our

primary focus since we first established

operations here in 1997. By expanding in

Pune, we will be able to better serve our

customers,” avers Anil Sharma, Managing

Director-Label and Packaging Materials,

Avery Dennison, India.

State-of-the-art infrastructureThe expansion, housed in a 100,000-

sq ft site adjacent to its current facility,

includes a new state-of-the-art, high-

speed material coating machine, the

widest and fastest in India, which along

with finishing equipment & coater

comprise a full production line. The

ISO-certified Pune facility produces

technically advanced pressure-sensitive

materials for labeling and packaging and

is one of Avery Dennison’s most advanced

operations.

Labeling success with each step


FACILIT Y VISIT: Aver y Dennison

Avery Dennison’s latest facility expansion highlights its growing prominence in the Asia-Pacific region and

underlines India’s importance and immense potential as a global manufacturing hub. Lionel Alva assesses how

the company with its avant garde manufacturing prowess is becoming a force to reckon with in the packaging

materials market.

Aver y Dennison


During the official inauguration

ceremony, Dean A Scarborough,

Chairman, President and Chief

Executive Officer, Avery Dennison, said,

“We are pleased to officially open this

new production line to contribute to the

growth of India. The speed, quality and

timeliness of the installation demonstrate

the company’s world-class execution

capabilities and reflect the talent &

drive of our India team. Through our

investments in technology and people,

we are committed to delivering world-

class support to our growing Indian &

South Asian customer base.”

The move is part of Avery Dennison’s

long-term commitment to India,

bringing the company’s total investment

to about $ 55 million in the country.

The plant has undergone three phases of

capacity expansion since the operations

started in 1998. The fourth expansion is

a major overhaul to expand the facility

to a massive 130,000-sq ft, which is four

times its original size. This is to keep

pace with the rapidly growing Indian

market and aim for sustainable growth

& development in the region.

Product portfolioAvery Dennison’s label and packaging

materials business is the leading

manufacturer of pressure-sensitive

materials in India and has seen year-

on-year double-digit growth since its

inception in 1997. Its myriad product

profile involves apparel and footwear

labeling design, high-definition graphic

embellishment, sustainable packaging,

price ticketing and RFID-enabled

inventory solutions. It also offers

information management materials,

products and solutions as well as graphics

imaging media. Our core business is

specialised adhesives, coatings, films and

RFID technologies.

Committed to the future The Philip M Neal Research Center

(NRC) in Kunshan, China, is Avery

Dennison’s principal research facility in

the Asia-Pacific region that is dedicated

to pioneering new research into material

science, polymers, precision coating

and printing processes. The company’s

third research will commence operations

during mid-2012. The innovation centre

in Pune will focus on providing dedicated

research and innovation development

services to the Indian market.

The company has also set up the

Avery Dennison Self-Adhesive Label

Converting College in Kunshan,

China. A dedicated India Knowledge

Center will also be operational from

the second quarter of 2012, which

will provide dedicated research and

innovation development services

for Indian converters and Original

Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs),

while simultaneously providing growth

opportunities for India’s pressure-

sensitive labeling industry. The India

Knowledge Center will work in close

collaboration with partners f rom

OEMs to the pressure-sensitive labeling

industry in order to provide training

and knowledge transfer on all major

aspects of labeling technology, from

label production materials to pre-press,

printing and converting. The Center

is designed to enhance knowledge on

several aspects of self-adhesive label

printing and converting as well as provide

various levels of training programmes to

cater to market needs, while boosting

the growth of the industry across the

Asia-Pacific region.


Anil SharmaManaging Director, Label and Packaging Materials

The speed, quality and timeliness of the installation demonstrate the company’s world-class execution ��the talent & drive of our India team. Through our investments in technology and people, we are committed to delivering world-class support to our growing Indian & South Asian customer base.

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Packaging printingInnovations for enhancing brand appeal .................................................................................................... 48

Printing and graphicsMoving towards zero counterfeit ................................................................................................................ 50

Interface �George Mathews, Founder Director, Icarus Design Pvt Ltd .....................................................52

� �Andrew Tay, Vice President-Asia Pacific, Zebra Technologies ................................................ 53

Innovations in graphicsCustomised designs for the right appeal .................................................................................................... 54

Package designMakeover for better brand visibility .......................................................................................................... 56

ERPIntegrating resources for coherent functioning .......................................................................................... 58

INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Packaging pr int ing


Packaging today is considered as

an essential brand identity tool.

A specific colour, a type of design

or even the form of labeling

might trigger an association to a particular

brand. The quality of graphics and style

of printing differentiate a product from

its competitors by transmitting a sense

of worth or a story. Packages might also

serve as souvenirs, collectibles or a source

of storage. A path-breaking product design

can influence the perspective of customers

by shifting behaviour patterns.

“Modern packaging initiatives reflect

the level of modernism, creativity and

cutting-edge qualities a brand might

have. The visual graphics on the external

packaging not only ensures steady brand

recognition, but also moulds the perception

of the customer about the product,” opines

Suresh Singhal, Managing Director,

Himalayan Group of Industries.

The dual role of packaging makes

it a truly unique marketing tool. Unlike

other forms of communication which

can be fleeting, packaging plays a crucial

role not only at the point of sale, but

also after the actual purchase of the

product. “The packaging should provide

consumers with the right cues and clues –

both at the point of purchase and during

usage. The first moment of truth is

about obtaining customer’s attention and

communicating the benefits of the offer,”

opines Vivek Kothari, Director, Shako

Flexipack Pvt Ltd. He adds, “In the

current scenario of packaging design, the

use of colour in graphics draws greater

attention. In most graphic designs, the

depth of the so-called contrast should

refer to the use of shades in the design

of two colours simultaneously on a

screen, which produces a perspective of a

relatively effective coordination.”

Attractive packagingIf packaging does not catch the consumer’s

attention, none of its other functions

would come into play. The most brilliant

and creative packaging is useless unless

seen. Creating a powerful shelf presence

so that the brand stands out from the

crowd and is noticed is the first and most

vital step for any product on a shelf. “The

customisation of packaging is an essential

requirement in the current market. Initially,

a company is required to create a presence

in the market, and only then can it access

the viability of its business. Research

and Development (R&D) in packaging

design is a specialised and technical field

and is an investment for the long-term

requirements of the company. After a

packaging company is sure of the long-

term feasibility of its business, it ventures

into R&D, which has a lot to do with

customer requirements,” adds Singhal.

Product and package design draws attention to a specific product in a crowded retail space and also serves as a great promotional tool. It positions a product among a certain category and perceived value. Anwesh Koley delves into various initiatives undertaken by packaging companies to enhance the brand value of a product.

Innovations for enhancing brand appeal

Courtesy: Himalayan Group of Industries

Packaging pr int ing


Investments and infrastructure The industry is cautious about technology

investments. While the best technologies

can be seen with producers of primary

packaging, many producers of transport

packaging still prefer to work with

old technologies. Efforts to improve

infrastructure are not moving at the pace

expected of a fast growing economy like

India. Design is one area where India has

moved quickly through sheer quality and

number of professionals it generates. Many

multinationals have global packaging

development teams based here, which is

an acknowledgement that India, a cost-

conscious and price-sensitive country, has

encouraged ‘out-of-the-box’ thinking and

come up with several successful packaging

innovations that can be adopted in other

parts of the globe.

The Indian middle class is increasingly

interested in easy-to-handle, top

quality, convenient and environmentally

responsible packaging. However, the ‘value

for money’ mantra is deeply ingrained in

the Indian mind and will continue to

be one of the most important factors in

defining future trends. With an increasing

population of working women, the trend

is towards consumption of fast food and

ready-to-eat items. The food processing

industry contributes to nearly 50 per

cent of the Indian packaging industry

and is aggressively focussing on making

consumers aware of its efforts towards

environmentally responsible, sustainable

and minimal packaging. Graphics and

designing initiatives in this sector must be

attractive as well as provide all nutritional

facts and essential details.

While the plastics packaging

industry is working towards bioplastics,

lower energy and water use, the glass

packaging industry is bringing in new

technologies, such as narrow neck

press blow to reduce glass weight by

nearly 30 per cent while improving its

sturdiness and strength. As the Indian

middle class moves from need-based

products to want-based products due to

rapid urbanisation, there will be more

opportunities for global brands to create

their footprint in India, and domestic

brands will have to reinvent and face stiff

competition.

Printing techniques About half a decade ago, painting,

metalising or blazing were the only

methods for decorating plastics. But now,

the variety of products available in the

market and the number of models being

launched, clients want to differentiate

their products from one another. Colour,

finish and material play a vital role in the

success of a product designed.

The way aheadPeople are gradually moving away from

plastic packaging and towards non-plastic

packaging or green packaging alternatives

for metals such as aluminium, particularly

cellophane. However, this material is

costly and only when companies are

confident that customers are ready for

such products, will they introduce these. It

also depends on whether they want to opt

for a biodegradable packaging according

to their sustainable policy.


Suresh SinghalManaging Director, Himalayan Group of Industries

Modern packaging initiatives reflect the level of modernism, creativity and cutting-edge qualities a brand might have. The visual graphics on the external packaging not only ensures steady brand recognition, but also moulds the perception of the customer about the product.

Vivek KothariDirector, Shako Flexipack Pvt Ltd

The packaging should provide consumers with the right cues and clues – both at the point of purchase and during usage. ��about obtaining customer’s attention and communicating ��

Courtesy: Himalayan Group of Industries


INSIGHT & OUTLOOK : Pr int ing and graphics

An object without adequate

packaging remains just a

commodity and not a brand.

Thus, the market appeal

of a company is closely linked to the

industry presence of its brand, which is

represented by the attractiveness of its

packaging. Thus, packaging has emerged

as the strongest tool that reinforces

brand identity and loyalty. Consumers

must not only connect with a product on

a supermarket shelf, but also choose it

over other brands and do so repeatedly.

Packaging printing is one of the most

crucial operations in the journey of a

product to the market. The digital

packaging-printing market is expected to

achieve a global marketshare of $ 4 billion

by 2014. Today, as the Indian packaging

industry is keeping pace with global

standards of efficiency and sustainability,

the market is witnessing new materials

& substrates for packaging. Thus, the

printing segment must constantly

innovate in terms of contemporary

designing and higher delivery.

Printing and graphics are now

moving beyond aesthetics and consumer

appeal to offer safety & security to

packaged products. Shyam Sundar B K,

Chief Designer-Industrial Design, Tata

Elxsi, says, “In India, all major brands

are facing the problem of counterfeit.

Controlling these problems has become

a major task for manufacturers, who are

losing sales and profits as well as the

end consumer’s loyalty to their brands.

This adversely affects a company’s

marketshare in the long term. The

packaging technology and design firms

must provide the right solutions for

companies to help them protect their

brands, products and customers from

counterfeits. Some technology solutions

available to prevent counterfeiting

include Unique Identification Code

(UID), overt technology, track & trace

technology, tamper evidence, forensic

markers, Radio Frequency Identification

(RFID), etc.”

Efficient brand protection Product protection specialists have

differentiated security printing by

designating them as overt, covert and

forensic. Security markings with overt

features can be easily identified with

the naked eye and does not require any

device for authentication, eg, holograms,

thermochromic inks, optically variable

pigments, micro-/nano-embossing,

watermark, etc. This type of security

feature is essential for end-consumers.

MovingPackaging is recognised as the most powerful tool for establishing brand communication and consumer loyalty. The packaging printing and graphics segment is gaining momentum not only for its aesthetic appeal, but also for its security functions. Annabel Dsouza discovers the latest innovations in preserving consumer safety through next-generation printing solutions.

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Print ing and graphics


Covert features include covert taggant,

liquid crystals, grey market coding,

security screening, dual-Ultraviolet (UV)

fluorescence, etc. These are detected using

devices such as spectroscopic UV-lamp,

decoding lens, code reader, chilling-spray

and magnifier. Traders, retailers, custom

officials and authorities look for such

security features. Forensic features can

only be detected with special laboratory

equipment, eg, laser projection device,

special readers and microscope. These are

used to identify higher risk value products.

Forensic features include Infrared (IR)

laser responsive, forensic taggant and

optically variable diffractive devices.

Efficient brand protection is possible

by a combination of all features, ie, a

multi-level approach of security features

across the overt, covert and forensic levels.

These features can be combined with a

design concept, which provides additional

security. Other methods include having

secure, well-documented logistics. The

protection provided by security pigments

can be further improved by using smart

strategies. For example, instead of printing

or colouring products over a large area,

the security features can be specifically

placed at certain spots. This is preferably

done to inconspicuously integrate the

markings into the existing design, so that

they are not immediately recognisable as

security features.

Anti-counterfeit technology Packaging printing and graphics are

using a lock & key approach to identify

the original form of the imitation. One

part of the anti-counterfeiting solution

can be considered as the ‘lock’, and this

is added to the product or its packaging.

The other part of anti-counterfeiting

counter measure can be considered as

the ‘key’. The brand owner uses this tool

to detect the lock on an original product

or packaging. For example, a holographic

image on packaging can be considered

as an anti-counterfeiting lock, while the

eye of a custom official, trained to look

for specific holographic images, can,

in this case, be considered as the anti-

counterfeiting key.

The need of the hour is a layered

approach towards effective and

economical, high-performance anti-

counterfeiting solutions. The total

anti-counterfeiting security technology

package must be chosen to meet the

needs, capabilities, technical and cost

requirements of the Indian packaging

industry. Layering of anti-counterfeiting

components addresses the authentication

needs throughout the product supply

chain and provides viable pathways for

future anti-counterfeiting technology

improvement & migration.

The stamp of securityPrinting and graphics offers a wide range

of brand protection product portfolio for

building an effective brand protection

strategy. Some of these include marker/

reader and marker/magnifier-based

systems, hidden marks encoded in

artwork and overt colour shift options,

attainable with & without specialty inks.

But, all these brand protection solutions

should meet the Indian convertor’s

value proposition for anti-counterfeiting

counter measures – cost-effective, high-

security and easy field verification.

In terms of new-age digital printing,

the Indian market is welcoming established

printers into the packaging domain. The

solutions offered by these new inkjet

printers permit maximum colour quality

in packaging proofs on diverse materials,

such as paper and film. Merging new-

age requirements with cutting-edge

technology is key to achieving optimum

and accurate packaging printing solutions

while preserving brand identity &

consumer safety.


Shyam Sundar B KChief Designer-Industrial Design, Tata Elxsi

The packaging technology ��provide the right solutions for companies to help them protect their brands, products and customers from counterfeits.

What initiatives in graphics and printing have been undertaken by the packaging industry?The Fast-Moving Consumer Goods

(FMCG) brands have completely

changed today from what they used to be

some time back. Those in this segment

have understood the role of packaging as

a ‘virtual salesman’, which recommends

the values that a brand stands for and

persuades the consumer into buying or

checking that brand out. Also, the choice

available in virtually every category is

enormous and packaging has become a

clear differentiator for the brand. The

development of modern retail format is

another big driver for package design.

What innovations have you witnessed in this industry?Innovations have happened at every level

for every material in every category. For

example, the spirits category was one of

the first to introduce Guala caps with

the aim to control counterfeiting. This

immediately created a formidable barrier

for spurious spirits brands, since its

introduction nearly 10 years ago. Today,

there are at least three or four variations

of the Guala cap, which are also cheaper

& safer. Dramatic improvement is

also seen in the quality of flexography

laminates. Gravure-printed laminates,

metalised with excellent printing and

image reproduction, have changed the

impact of many categories on the retail

shelf, from biscuits and tea to spirits.

What latest technologies do you use to enhance appeal for packaging?The introduction of matte and gloss

effects on the same pack, combined with

metallisation on laminates, which are then

laminated on boards and formed into

rigid packs has dramatically increased

the visibility of brands. One brand that

we have worked on, which has benefited

from these innovations, is Good Day

cookies from Britannia. Another recent

project is the packaging for Knock Out

beer, which has been recently introduced

in markets here. The label has been

printed with thermochromic inks that

change colour at a certain pre-defined

temperature.

Where does Indian designing stand vis-à-vis the global scenario?The designs by Indian designers working

on brands and packaging can be compared

to those of any other design house in

the world. But this aspect is sometimes

confused with the dimension of ‘taste’.

Brands are contextual and those in India

are extremely sensitive to Indian tastes;

sometimes, as compared to packaging

from the western world, these can appear

less ‘refined’. This is because brands cater

to unique aesthetic sensibilities inherent

in their own contexts. Nevertheless, the

package designs developed in our country

are no less sophisticated than those

created in any part of the globe.

What path-breaking initiatives has the industry undertaken?One of the most exciting technologies

that has changed the method of

designing is the development of rapid

prototyping in our country. We now have

access to rapid prototyping methods not

only for structural packaging, but also

for laminates and printing effects. This

has provided designers with a tool to

address converters with more confidence

and communicate the design intent

without ambiguity.


“Packaging has become a clear differentiator for the brand”

...opines George Mathews, Founder Director, Icarus Design Pvt Ltd. In a conversation with Anwesh Koley, he emphasises various imperatives for the packaging design industry, while applauding the existing initiatives in this field.

INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Inter face - George Mathews


INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Inter face - Andrew Tay


How have you been catering to the unique needs of markets in India and China?Although the environment in India and

China is different, certain things such

as printing requirements and solutions

are same. Both China and India are at

different stages of development, with

India currently witnessing substantial

developments in packaging & automotive.

Regardless of the stage of development,

the use of Radio-Frequency Identification

(RFID) and barcode is necessary in

packaging solutions. Both markets are

highly price-sensitive, and thus we have

a policy of having more aggressively

priced products.

What applications are driving the demand for AIDC technology in India?In India and few other countries in the

Asia-Pacific region are at a juncture where

the US was 20 years ago. Compliance will

drive the requirements for bar coding

technology, as the requirement today is

to track and trace everything. This is

important for accounting, health, safety

and security purposes. The next stage will

be the location systems, for example, air

cargo would utilise active/passive RFID

and Global Positioning System (GPS)

to pinpoint the exact location. Currently,

India is adopting bar code technology at

a fast pace. We foresee a huge growth

in India in terms of AIDC technology

in the next five years besides enormous

business opportunities.

How successful has been AIDC technology in preventing counterfeiting?Today, every government department is

focussing on vigilance in food safety. Food

safety and anti-counterfeiting are the

two factors driving bar code technology.

For example, if there is contamination in

certain food items and one wants to track

a specific ingredient, bar coding can help

find that ingredient. Further, the need for

anti-counterfeiting measures for food, drugs

and medicines is driving its applications.

Technology must be built pragmatically, but

there is a need to find economical way of

doing that; hence, this depends on the price

sensitivity of India. Also, since the market is

huge, bar coding technology will be adopted

more widely than RFID technology.

What is your approach towards understanding end-user markets?There is a trend where India or any

country will be going towards in the next

5-10 years; thus, we spend time with our

customers from different verticals, hear

them out and scrutinise the technological

roadmap that they would require in the

next 3-5 years. Based on these trends,

we create solutions for the market. Our

research and development team provides

solutions based only on customer

feedback. We try to understand the way

our customers operate and their business

model in order to identify things that they

might not be aware of. In this manner, we

develop technology as an enabling tool

for customers to advance their business

and take a customer-centric approach.


“Food safety and anti-counterfeiting will drive the bar coding technology”

…asserts Andrew Tay, Vice President-Asia Pacific, Zebra Technologies. In an interaction with Lionel Alva, he emphasises that the cutting-edge Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) technology is all set to revolutionise the packaging market.

INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Innovat ions in graphics


Anuj Prasad

The growth of the design

industry in India is gaining

momentum. Metro cities, in

particular, have seen several

new freelancers and this expansion is

largely market driven. Companies have

become more aware of the aesthetic value

of their products and how the competition

is moving parallel to their businesses.

Many regional players have emerged

in the market and realised design to be

the most prominent way to gain market

dominance. Thus, one can see a whole

lot of activity in the mid-level segments,

which was not happening earlier. Initially,

such companies would imitate the product

designs from multinationals instead of

creating their own brand identity. Thus,

this comes as a welcome change.

Investments in creativity Certain capital is required to start

designing, but the magnitude is not that

high. The devices used for designing are

more affordable today, particularly in the

packaging industry; one can achieve high-

quality results with small investments.

However, it is essential to have the

required software in place along with

good networking across the sectors that

one serves. With growth, the expectations

of customers increase, and they prefer

acquiring their entire designing

requirements from a one-point source.

This encourages designers to invest more

in hardware, software & high-quality

prototyping. In flexible packaging, one can

outsource rapid prototyping requirements

as well. With time, companies have

become extremely stringent about the

aspect of confidentiality of their products

through packaging design. Hence, they

want to have in place a certain level

of infrastructure. Designers have to

be updated about any latest software

introduced in the market, both domestic

and international. Making prototypes

with utmost accuracy is a priority, which

requires precise software and machinery.

Progressing with new ideasPrint technology in packaging is the

biggest development in recent years, along

with the presentation of ideas through

different technologies. Earlier, not

much emphasis was on print quality, so

designers were able to manage with inkjet

printers, but today, advanced laser printers

allow printing on any substrate. Printing

on flexible packaging was not possible

earlier, but over the years, it has come in

vogue. Special effects such as embossing

and Ultraviolet (UV) effects, as well as

use of various techniques have become

possible only in recent years, as these were

expensive earlier.

The representation of the thought

process through designing can be

evaluated by the right use of machinery.

This means that there is no difference

between the prototype designed

through the available software and

the final product after the investment

is made. From the structural point,

one can now create the exact design

through the mould, which addresses

the anomalies of design through rapid

prototyping. This also saves time and

cost. In terms of the machinery used,

current technology has become quite

sophisticated, which results in faster

output and higher accuracy.

Innovations in rigid packagingRigid packaging requires higher

investment, as the mould is to be designed

according to requirements of the client. It

provides uniqueness to the outlook of the

product, which distinguishes it from the

competition on the shelf. Most consumers

in India still prefer structural packaging,

as they perceive it as a value-added

feature over conventional pouches and do

not mind paying a little extra for this

perceived value addition. Designers have

capitalised on this aspect of consumer

behaviour and started providing feature

innovations to customers.

Innovations are of two types –

aesthetic and feature-based. Aesthetic

innovations include giving a unique form

or shape, which looks different, while

enhancing that form or shape through

The Indian packaging industry has a tremendous market potential and is gradually prospering. A key factor influencing this growth is the printing and graphic design, which enhances the shelf-life of the product while also providing an incremental value to the consumer.

Customised designs for the

right appeal

Courtesy: Antigua Cruz


the right colour finish. Feature-based innovations provide new

feature-based usability to the product so that the customer feels

happy that he has been taken care of in a much better way.

Basically, Colour, Finish and Material (CFM) are the

key factors to reach a design conclusion. The companies first

conceptualise a design according to the innovations that the

designers can provide; the designers show various concepts

to the client who then selects from among those concepts.

Based on the feedback, designers create models and refine

them accordingly. Subsequently, prototypes are created and the

product is finally developed. The working in a design house

is based solely on client requirements. Designers take a brief

from the client, as the client always wants something new

and unique. This goal is achieved through a combination of

aesthetics, features, ergonomics and finishes.

Flexible opportunitiesThe printing in paper packaging has many more design

possibilities as compared to those in flexible packaging. However,

in case of flexible packaging, companies save on the overall cost

of the product, which is eventually passed on to the customers.

Another advantage in this form of packaging is that the design

can be changed by changing the colour combinations and shape

of the package. One can also create promos through flexible

packaging with small incremental extras.

As far as differentiation on the shelf is concerned, graphics is

the only tool that can aid this. Unlike a rigid package, which can

have structurally differentiated packaging, flexible packaging has

only the aid of external graphics and design to attract customers’

attention. It depends on the company as to how they want their

product to be positioned and who are their target audience.

Creating brand identityCompanies usually have a pre-conceived idea of the design that

they want for their product, and designers have to visualise and

present these as tangible propositions, which could be worked

out. It is a closed-loop process, where often a design house

ends up upgrading an existing design theme. This is done to

create a fresh brand identity. In case of rigid packaging, there

is ample scope for innovation through the shape of the jar or

bottle and also from the dispensing point of view. This is part

of the company’s initiative to provide a good experience to the

consumer and also because they are sensitive to their customers’

requirements. An important aspect of designing is to profile the

target consumer and his purchasing requirements. Only when

the designer is able to successfully comprehend the consumer

behaviour, it is possible to translate ideas into reality.

Anuj Prasad is Founder and

Chief Executive Officer of

Desmania Design.


Innovat ions in graphics

INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Package design


P V Narayanan

P eriodic redesign of a package

is a necessity today. Consumer

perceptions keep changing.

Competition in the market is

always ready to displace one product with

another overnight. The demographics

is also quite dynamic. Branding always

benefits through exclusivity. Companies

must establish a name that synchronises

with the visual identity of the package, ie,

structural and graphic designs.

Structural and graphic designs based

on critical parameters display a symbolic

meaning and packaging will become a

vital opportunity to build new brands,

reinforce and add value for existing

brands. Various definitions outline the

role of packaging and are concerned with

the relationship between the package

& product, but none mentions the

relationship between the package and

the consumer. Yet another interesting

aspect of packaging is entertainment,

which has recently come to the fore in

the designs produced. Typical of these

are incorporation of startling sense

of humour, which might dilute the

solemnity of the product, adding images

of children for reasons deemed purposeful

and, in some cases, the reasoning masked

behind the graphics is often difficult to

understand.

Stand out in the crowdPackage design today with appropriate

branding facilitates a product to stand

out from other products. This makes the

consumer, buyer and even an onlooker to

want to become the proud owner of a few

products before leaving the shop, either

because they liked the graphic design,

sense of humour, religious or cultural

root or the physical and application

advantage. The conceptual approach is

a combination of many facets such as

natural, health, beauty, freshness and

sustainability and the market.

All brands are built around to

achieve success. The term ‘success’

is difficult to quantify, emotional

or otherwise, as it varies with the

field and requirements. It can be

psychological or by value, ie, finance.

The existence of a brand revolves around

its relationship and popularity with the

consumer. A few may react with reference

to the environmental issues – green or

non-green. Typically, these can be clean

and transparent bottles for drinking

water, concentrated health drinks in

stretch blow-moulded containers or easy-

to-open and easy-to-use baby shampoo,

sophisticated packs with different shapes

combined with an out-of-the-world

delivery cap & closure or a well-designed

functional yet attractive pack for milk &

biscuit depicting their freshness. Often

these revolve around the need of the

hour – sustainability. The client is the

focus since nature is the first company

that provides the lead for a commercially

acceptable pack. Packaging and design

must tell a story of how best it can create

and reinforce the value and brand, such

as a story of an opportunity to review,

rethink and rebuild, which will have a

product package with a longer life cycle.

Ensuring brand success In recent years, the self-service segments,

such as super markets, have revamped

their approach to market. Fast expanding

and massively consumed brands offer

and justify heavy investments. The

system becomes more challenging in the

context of private labelling. The demand

is to optimise the cost of packaging

through its life cycle till it changes hands

and material for money. The exercise

can start from any aspect related to

packaging – the material, its formability,

shape-size parameters, graphics

(eg, colour, colour combinations,

copy, layout, brand-logo-trade mark),

their distribution – particularly on display

panels, statutory and other regulations,

information, use and disposal instruction.

The judiciousness with which these can

be mixed will be the innovative, creative

value addition. The typography should

be clear, simple and easy to understand

All successful brands have a life cycle. Hence, after the shelf-life is over, a package also needs a makeover. Competition is a continuous phenomenon and consumer perceptions change, putting the marketshare at stake. Hence, the package should be periodically redesigned to maintain its demand in the market.

Makeover forvisibility

better brand

Package design


and should look sophisticated &

stylish in the home environment. In

the process, one must convey a great

passion for good product and get

the option of using famous quotes

related to the product to have the

benefit of a sophisticated twist.

The final design is envisaged to

create a great impact on shelf and

retain a f riendly approach to the

supposedly ‘package-product-owner’.

Until recently, the importance of a good

design has been fully appreciated, but

what has now truly and significantly

surfaced is the potential dangers of

a bad design. Design, no doubt, adds

value to the commercial activity, as

it can be the true ambassador that

can convert an idea into a design

and through a total package, thereby

leading to business success.

Understanding consumerism The consumer is a very interesting

species. Although it is well accepted

that duplicates exist and yet individually

they are different. Each is governed

by its own desire – ‘a mind-heart ’

coexistence. A number of factors govern

these notwithstanding the race and

religion, culture & habits, motivation

by needs and wants, nationalism &

politics, appearances, myths or reality

and many more. However dynamic the

consumerism is, all these are vital but

difficult to imagine as to what would

influence a product and when, as well as

where & how much it would influence.

This is indeed a revelation of the task

a package designer carries on his mind

and heart. As a forethought, one can

imagine becoming the consumer and

converting the consumers’ tomorrow’s

needs today. One should make efforts

to understand the unpredictable to

bring them within the range of the

predictable in order to reduce the risk

factor. This approach should enable the

product-package-consumer bond to

achieve a higher and longer life cycle.

This is significantly recognised in

that consumer habits are continuously

changing, especially when the market

witnesses new product mixes every

other day. The product provides superior

performance, and thus the consumer

becomes addicted to it through the

vehicle of package. Each of these can

win a battle in isolation but not the

war. Companies need to create a bliss

of togetherness because when it comes

to innovation and design, the sky is

the limit.

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.



INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: ERP

Manikkam Subramaniam

E Enter pr i s e Resource

Planning (ERP) utilises

ERP software applications

to advance the performance

of an organisations’ resource planning,

management control and operational

control. ERP software is a multi-module

appliance software that integrates

activities across functional departments,

from product planning, parts purchasing,

inventory control, product circulation, to

order tracking. ERP software may include

application modules for the finance,

accounting and human resources aspects

of a business. A typical ERP system

uses multiple components of computer

software and hardware to achieve this

integration. A key ingredient of most

ERP systems is the use of a unified

database to store data for various system

modules. ERP is an amalgamation of a

company’s information systems designed

to bind closely various company functions

including human resource, inventory and

finance, while simultaneously linking the

company to customers and vendors.

Evolution of ERPERP is the evolution of Manufacturing

Requirements Planning (MRP) II. From

business perspective, ERP has expanded

from coordination of manufacturing

processes to integration of enterprise-wide

back-end processes. From technological

aspect, ERP has evolved from legacy

implementation to more flexible tiered

client-server architecture. Companies

have to unmistakably know what the

enterprise resource is planning before

implementing them. The catchword for

ERP implementation is speed.

The quicker it is realised, the faster

and better will be the advantages &

delivery in terms of results. The returns

can be sought in a shorter period. This

deviation from the conventional practice

has become the order of the day for most

companies. Previously, business process

re-engineering played an essential role

with respect to implementation. It is

significant to distinguish the components

of ERP, as merely defining it will be of

no use. This has created gaps between

the definite results and that derived in

the process of foreseeing. Tuning ERP as

per the whims of the practices followed

in the company became a regular affair.

This resulted in dragging beyond the

time limits permitted. It was financially

pinching and created a dent in the

customer’s confidence. It is essential

to understand that only planning ERP

does not promise profit. It must be

implemented as planned after gaining an

understanding of all components of ERP.

Despite having improved the

implementation issues what still remains

and unchanged is the way in which

companies move forward with ERP

implementation. They do this without

following the systematic procedures, and

do not even examine the desirability of

implementing ERP.

The advantages and disadvantages of

ERP are gaining considerable attention

today. The major advantage of an ERP

system is reduction of expenses and

time, which would have otherwise been

wasted in bureaucratic manoeuvres and

undesirable delays. Earlier, different

software programs maintained in different

departments proved to be difficult. Hence,

being a consistent platform, ERP ensures

An ERP system integrates all data and processes of an organisation into a unified system. It utilises ERP software to integrate activities across functional departments. It may include application modules for management of the finances, accounting and human resources of a business.

Integrating resources for coherent functioning

ERP


that there is no contradiction in the

information processed.

Reduction in operating costs ERP software attempts to amalgamate

commerce processes across departments

onto a single enterprise-wide information

system. The major benefits of ERP are

enhanced harmonisation across functional

departments and increased efficiencies

of doing business. The instant benefit

f rom implementing ERP systems

includes abridged operating costs, such

as low inventory control price, production

costs, marketing costs and low helpdesk

support costs.

Facilitating day-to-day managementOther benefits from implementing

ERP systems include facilitation of

day-to-day management. The ERP

systems manage the data warehouses

of an organisation. These offer better

convenience to data so that management

can have up-to-the-minute access to

information for decision making and

managerial control. ERP software helps

track actual costs of activities and perform

activity-based costing.

Support for strategic planning Strategic planning is defined as a

deliberate set of steps that assess needs

and resources; define a target audience

and a set of goals and objectives; plan

and design coordinated strategies with

evidence of success; logically connect

these strategies to needs, assets & desired

outcomes; as well as measure and evaluate

the process & outcomes.

Part of ERP software systems intends

to support resource planning section of

strategic planning. In reality, resource

planning has been the weakest link in ERP

practice due to the difficulty of strategic

planning and lack of sufficient integration

with Decision Support Systems (DSS).

The right ERP implementation can

build the foundation for future growth

and translate into improved productivity,

cost savings and enhance the bottom

line. That said, implementation of ERP

is not an end point; organisations must

keep refining their business processes to

continue on their path towards process

excellence. In today’s highly competitive

environment, the right ERP software can

make a huge impact on the management

and success of an organisation.

ERP in packaging industryERP recognises that streamlining

operations while providing superior

customer service are critical goals

for many packaging and printing

organisations. Immediate access to

critical information can make decisions

in support of the packaging and printing

company, and the objectives can only

be achieved with an integrated business

management application that fits the

way an organisation does business.

Many companies select ERP as

their business management software

after exploring generic ERP Software.

According to them, ERP offers the same

global, end-to-end, integrated capabilities,

while fitting the unique processes of

packaging and printing companies,

especially those producing multiple

products in the areas of flexible packaging,

labels, cartons and commercial print.

Most of the leading businesses the world

over rely on ERP software to manage

their packaging or printing business and

help them make profitable management

decisions every day. Organisations who

have an ERP system appear to be at a

clear advantage over those who do not,

and those who have ERP systems excel in

four key areas of business – ability to enter

data more efficiently, share information,

produce reports and split jobs between

plants while managing associated job

costs. Moreover, companies implementing

ERP systems enjoy higher profits.

Three key issues in the flexible

packaging industry, which an ERP system

can address include Work In Progress

(WIP) tracking, WIP traceability and

management of the extrusion process.

An efficient ERP system frees up various

levels of management form a large number

of operational difficulties. The managers

will get enough time to look at what is

going on, without the information seeking

becoming an end in itself. When an ERP

system is implemented, information flows

constantly and allows an organisation to

follow a client’s processes at any moment,

no matter which part of the process

they are going through. Purchases and

expenditures registered in a centralised

database allow having close control over

these activities.

Automation through ERP A powerfully integrated ERP system

enables interactions of marketing, sales,

quality control, products processes,

supply lines, stocks and many other

areas and that too in a single database.

This eliminates the occasional loss of

and retyping errors. It integrates all

departments and functions across a

company in a single computer system

that is able to serve all different

departments. An ERP system automates

business processes by placing them into

a useful format that is standardised and

common for the whole organisation. It

could even be used between the suppliers

and customers of an organisation.

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is Deputy Secretary at

IPMMI. He manages the

administrative activities and

other matters related to the

operations of IPMMI and IFCA.


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AUTOMATION TRENDS: Mater ia l handl ing solut ions

Effective systems for food safety

For the highly sensitive food packaging industry, it is the nature of material handling solutions that has a huge impact on the final product. Lionel Alva assesses the crucial nature of material handling solutions and their significance in the food industry.

For the food packaging industry,

efficient and effective handling

and storage of materials is vital

to the final product. Besides

safe handling of raw materials, material

handling operations provide a continuous

flow of parts and assemblies through the

workplace and ensure that materials are

available when required. Here, it must be

noted that improper handling and storage

of materials could prove disastrous, as this

can destroy the market reputation of the

organisation and prove to be an expensive

error from the operations perspective.

Flexible product movement In all industries and factories where

bulk movement of material is applicable

or a constant movement of product is

required, material handling system plays

an important role under all circumstances.

Large volumes are conveyed by using

bucket elevator and belt, screw, slat,

redler, swing bucket, gravity roller,

chain and chain bucket conveyors. For

bulk movement, conveyors can transmit

product loads from 1,000 kg per hour

to 50,000 kg per our. A conveyor can

transmit products to a distance of 1-1000

m. With regard to food manufacturing

and packaging, the conveyor must be

equipped with multiple discharge ports

and inlet ports with total flexibility in

design, be robust in construction with

high operational accurate function,

superior sanitation, smooth surfaces and

self-cleaning conveyors, which are self-

sanitised to deliver hygienic food.

“In the modern material handling

system, precise function, accurate control,

constant repetition and durability &

reliability with user-friendly controls

have become the demand of the day.

These requirements have ushered in new

technologies, which could be referred

to as the advent of the computer-aided

technology. Modern machines work

with electrical controls, pneumatic or

hydraulic functions and mechanical

movements. These are easily controlled

by using touchscreen computers. Other

controls are available as Programmable

Logic Controller (PLC), sensor control

and smart control. Moreover, the rising

demand for good and accurate operation

will soon give way to intelligent & self-

correcting material handling machines,”

avers D S Dennis, Managing Director,

Doris India Engineers.

Understanding the materialVarious materials exhibit behaviours

that are unique to the material used in

an alternating electrical field. A material

analyser should be installed within the

production process to calibrate the sensor

to the specific material in use. Most

prominently used in engineering plastics,

this is an integral aspect of the material

handling system for food packaging

as well. An external settings device can

be used to initialise the analyser for the


Courtesy: Festo

Mater ia l handl ing solut ions

task carried out. A material analyser will

determine the residual moisture and reduce

it as per existing safety regulations. Current

analysers for plastics can be used for

material temperatures up to 200°C, while

automatically balancing out influences on

the measuring value owing to fluctuations

in bulk density. “A keen understanding of

end-user requirements and existing food

regulations is key to designing an effective

material handling system,” avers Priya

Shivaram, Director, Thermopack.

Additional material handling occurs,

as the three stages of vibratory conveyor

move the highly fragile food product

through two stages of high-speed

image processing and sorting to ensure

that the material maintains its original

characteristics throughout processing.

The finish-processed food product is

then moved into a storage tote through a

reverse-tilt fill method so that the product

drop does not exceed 5 inch during filling.

The final take-away conveyor section

includes an integrated, National Type

Evaluation Program (NTEP)-certified

weigh system to make sure that the filled

tote’s weight is accurate to ±0.01 per cent

of the tote’s total capacity of 4,000 lb.

Word of cautionThe Indian food sector must exercise

caution on many counts. The backbone

of the Indian food sector is small-holder

farmers and small-scale food processing

units, which cannot absorb the impact

of a business hit since they do not have

the advantage of economies of scale. This

carries implications both on the domestic

sector and internationally. The food safety

regulation reform measures scripted by

processing conglomerates should not be

allowed to disintegrate this economic

backbone. Further, Technical Barriers

to Trade (TBT) measures, administered

by World Trade Organization (WTO),

assesses technology-driven product and

production methods; however, these

measures are burdening developing

countries and disabling both the producers

& consumers.



D S DennisManaging Director, Doris India Engineers

Modern machines work with electrical controls, pneumatic or hydraulic functions and mechanical movements. Moreover, the rising demand for good and accurate operation will soon give way to intelligent & self-correcting material handling machines.

As packaging design becomes

increasingly complex, the

focus lies on minimising

expenditure for creating

appealing designs. This is possible

through the precise use of material,

and technological sophistication plays

a big role here. In order to meet this

demand, many new Three-Dimensional

(3D) packaging technologies are

emerging wherein either bare dice or

Multichip Module (MCM) are stacked

along the axis, resulting in dramatic

improvement in compactness. As this

technology results in a considerably

lower overall interconnection length,

the parasitic capacitance and hence

power consumption can be reduced by

as much as 30 per cent.

Impact on size and weightBy replacing single-chip packages with

a 3D device, substantial size and weight

reductions are achieved. The magnitude

of these reductions depends, in part,

on the vertical interconnection density

and accessibility, thermal characteristics

and robustness required. It has been

reported that 40-50 times reduction

in size and weight is achievable using

3D technology as compared to

conventional packaging.

Reduction in volume by 5-6 times

is possible using the MCM technology

and a 10-20 times reduction in size

as compared to discrete packaging

technology. Moreover, a 2-13 times

reduction in weight is also achievable

as compared to that with the MCM

technology and a 3-19 times reduction

as compared to discrete components. All

these reductions result from eliminating

the overhead weight and size associated

with conventional technologies.

The potential possibilities for size

and weight reduction are thus

tremendous and would lead to a drastic

reduction in the costing of the overall

packaging material.

Challenges with 3D technologyThe major issues in 3D packaging

technology are the quality; density

of vertical interconnects; electrical,

mechanical & thermal characteristics;

availability of design tool kits;

reliability; testability; rework; Non-

Recurring Engineering (NRE) cost;

packaging cost; availability of Known

Good Die (KGD); and fabrication time.

These factors determine the selection of

a 3D packaging technology. Moreover,

as in most cases these factors are

interrelated, a measure of these issues

in relation to the targeted application

has to be identified. One way of doing

so is to list all accessible 3D packaging

technologies, and then address the

previous issues for each technology and

grade them out of 100. The technology

The Three-Dimensional (3D) technology is being looked at as the next big thing and a sought-after technology that is all set to revolutionise the packaging industry. Lionel Alva examines how this technology is going to change the dynamics of the packaging industry while bringing in better profitability and growth avenues.

creating novel designsTechnology for

ENERGY MANAGEMENT: 3D s imulat ion model ing


3D simulat ion model ing


that scores the highest grade is the most

suitable to use.

Another important issue is

accessibility to manufacturers who

provide 3D technology. Even though

many companies are active in 3D

research and technology, only few

offer standard 3D products, and even

fewer provide access to their packaging

technology. Finally, 3D stacking

techniques place upon the system

designer more demands in terms

of thermal and crosstalk modeling;

moreover, design for testability and

a carefully structured test procedure

are a crucial element. Vendors that

thoroughly address simulation and test

issues, and that focus on reducing the

number of fabrication steps of their

stacking technology will meet the

demands of the system designer.

Design software is one of the

problems before the 3D technology.

Most manufacturers use their own

design tool kits, which gives the

designers the ability to implement their

design in accordance with the vendors’

manufacturing requirements, while

allowing the designers to focus on the

design without getting involved in the

manufacturing and interfacing details.

However, most of these design kits are

not fully integrated or implemented in

software that is easily accessible. Hence,

for some manufacturers, there is a need

to port their design rules into available

software; alternatively, customers may

buy their own software. In the first case,

there is time and risk involved, while

in the second, the cost involved is the

major issue, thereby adding to the cost

of 3D device fabrication.

Impact on packaging industryThe 3D packaging technology enhances

most aspects of electronic systems,

such as size, weight, speed and yield,

as well as reduces power consumption.

Moreover, due to the systematic

elimination of faulty interconnects

during the assembly process of a

3D device, the yield, reliability and

robustness of the end device will be high

as compared to discrete implementation

of such a device. Currently, 3D

packaging is limited by a number of

factors. Some of these limitations such

as thermal management, are the result

of densification, while some are due to

technological limitations. It is expected

that the effect of such limitations will

decrease with the advancements in

packaging technology.

A brief look at the market would

depict several organisations engaged

in research for this technology, but it

has so far not met with wide adoption

due to the above cited factors. Since

it is still a new form of technology, it

needs to evolve further before acquiring

acceptance en masse. However, the

promise that it shows even at this

stage and the continued growth in

the consumer & portable electronics

products segment have driven the need

for new packaging technologies that

enable miniaturisation & reduced form

factor. On the basis of the ability to

deliver these attributes, new packaging

technologies, such as Chip Scale

Package (CSP) and Wafer-Level CSP

(WL-CSP), have witnessed strong

growth. There is also high demand for

innovations that exploit integration of

multi-components on the same package

by utilising the 3D technology to

address the needs of these applications.

Opening doors for innovationAs far as the Indian market

is concerned, there is a strong potential

for this technology considering

the role it would play in India’s

booming retail market. “The 3D

technology even in its current form

is proving to be an extremely result-

oriented concept for manufacturers

and a highly advanced technology

that will become integral to the

packaging industry where the quality of

packaging is not compromised, while

providing the most optimum use of

material and lending a competitive

edge. It will also allow for custom

packaging solutions and real-time

analysis of material. It will also

open new doors for innovation and

design, while simultaneously reducing

packaging waste,” concludes Kalpesh

Kumar Ranka, Chief Executive Officer,

HIRA Holovision.


Kalpesh Kumar RankaCEO, HIRA Holovision

The 3D technology even in its current form is proving to be an extremely result-oriented concept for manufacturers and a highly advanced technology that will become integral to the packaging industry where the quality of packaging is not compromised, while providing the most optimum use of material and lending a competitive edge.


The ubiquitous nature of metals used for food and pharma packaging needs to be addressed with care. Lionel Alva assesses the safety standards prevalent in the food and pharma packaging industry and examines the role of metals in the contemporary retail scenario where a greater degree of caution is required.

Metal is the most versatile of all packaging forms. It offers a combination of excellent physical

protection and barrier properties, formability & decorative potential, recyclability and consumer acceptance. The two metals most predominantly used in packaging are aluminium and steel. Apart from these, laminates, metallised films, tinplates and tin-free steel are used.

Lamination of packaging involves binding of aluminium foil to paper or plastic film to improve barrier properties. Thin gauges facilitate application. Although lamination to plastics enables heat sealability, the seal does not completely bar moisture and air. Because laminated aluminium is relatively expensive, it is typically used to package high-value food products such as dried soups, herbs and spices. A less expensive alternative to laminated packaging is metallised film. Metallised

films are plastics containing a thin layer of aluminium metal. These films have improved barrier properties to moisture, oil, air and odour and the highly reflective surface of aluminium is attractive to consumers. More flexible than laminated films, metallised films are mainly used to package snacks. Although individual components of laminates and metallised films are technically recyclable, the difficulty in sorting and separating the material precludes economically feasible recycling.

Safety awarenessIn India, metal packaging is perceived as a premium and modern, globally accepted packaging type; metal beverage can is widely used for packing carbonated drinks. This is because of the higher price of metal packaging as compared to other packaging materials. The rising awareness of western packaging formats among urban Indian

consumers, coupled with the increasing affordability of premium packaging types, is pushing the growth of metal packaging. Both two- and three-piece metal cans have increased in unit volume in India, driven by rising demand in key categories such as carbonates, alcoholic beverages, juices, dairy products, beauty & personal care, home care and canned/preserved food. In light of growth in the supply base of metal packaging and the growing consumption of products that use metal packaging, the price of metal packaging has declined, making it more affordable and a demand booster. Its image as an eco-friendly and recyclable packaging type has also facilitated its growth.

Need for safety regulationsThe control of impurities in packaging has always been a key concern for the food and pharma industry. When it comes to the interaction between food

Analysing the safety standards

POLICIES & REGULATIONS: Metal in food and pharma packaging

Metal in food and pharma packaging


and the packaging material, it is possible that the metal ions affect the stability of the formulation, catalyse degradation of the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) and cause unqualified degrades to form or pose a toxicity threat. The aggregate heavy metal limits in food and pharma packaging apply to cadmium, mercury, lead and hexavalent chromium in packaging or packaging components, subject to some exemptions. The prevailing limits are that the total weight of such metals should not exceed 100 ppm on or after June 30, 2001. Previous prescribed limits were 600 ppm on or after June 30, 1998, and 250 ppm on or after June 30, 1999.

Regulations are necessary to reduce the amount of toxic metals used in packaging materials that enter landfills, waste incinerators, recycling streams and, ultimately, the environment. “The maximum requirement for most food and pharma companies is that paper should be free of lead content. For this, tests are performed by quality assurance companies such as Indian Institute of Packaging (IPP), Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and various other such bodies. We send paper samples for testing at these laboratories. Nowadays, companies, such as Bharti Wal-Mart, want there cake boxes to be free from chlorine as well. After report on the paper samples are received, we start using the same paper for that particular company without any deviation. On regular basis, we randomly examine the paper quality as well.” avers Nikhil Sipani, Director, Reliable Packaging.

Recycling and safety considerationsPlastic bottles and aluminium cans both are recyclable. However, only 10 per cent of bottles are recycled as compared to 50 per cent of cans. Cans are more efficient to recycle than bottles. After the aluminium has been produced, it can be recycled over and over again. Plastic bottles utilise more energy since they require the use of petroleum – a limited resource that has demands in other industries as well. Both cans and bottles, if not recycled, may take more than 400 years to decompose in a landfill; scientists have been able to estimate this decomposition rate because they have studied the molecular structure and bonds of plastics & cans. Glass bottles do not contain Bisphenol A (BPA), which makes them safe to use. However, there are some other safety risks that one must watch out for while using glass bottles. They break and shatter more easily than their plastic counterparts, and this can be a problem around small children. Therefore, glass bottles must be stored carefully to avoid this.

Overall, each product possesses specific features. Also, if the packaging can be used again and again, then glass is the safest option. Cans are a good option for packing small quantities of material. If the material is to be stored for smaller duration and is not affected by temperature, then plastics is a good option.

Aluminium cans do not contain BPA, but which is found in plastic bottles. This chemical has come under scrutiny due to a possible link to health risks that might include cancer. Most plastic bottle

manufacturers insist that plastic bottles are safe, but consumer advocate groups are supporting a legislation that would ensure the removal of BPA from plastic products. The success of consumer groups can be seen in the increasing number of manufacturers who are voluntarily removing BPA from baby bottles.

Collective effort is the key While metal packaging acquired prominence in India owing to it being perceived as a premium form of packaging, there is a serious dearth of regulations that needs to be addressed, which is not on par with the European standard. Without safety regulations, metal packaging could pose a serious threat to the consumer at large, while seriously impacting the packaging industry. There is a need for a collective consumer and government response since even small quantities of toxins leached could create a grave situation. Especially with the country’s booming retail economy, there is a need to bring in better regulations.


Nikhil SipaniDirector, Reliable Packaging

The maximum requirement for most food and pharma companies is that paper should be free of lead content. For this, tests are performed by quality assurance companies such as Indian Institute of Packaging (IPP), Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and various other such bodies.


STRATEGY: Beverage packaging


The consumer’s growing interest in quality products has been a turning point for the beverage packaging industry. Consumers’

concerns pertaining to personal wellness as well as the environment continue to foster innovations in the field of beverage packaging. Increased competition, energy costs and a thrust towards more sustainable packaging are driving the development of alternative beverage packaging concepts. With the development of aseptic packs, cartons, pouches and Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) bottles, the packaging sterilisation technology is evolving to address new performance and system integration requirements.

Yatindra R Sharma, Managing Director, KHS Machinery Pvt Ltd, opines, “Beverage packaging industry is providing modern technology solution for preserving health and hygiene of consumers in terms of product integrity & necessary shelf-life. Solutions are available for providing carbonated, sparkling drinks, ozonated purified drinking water, hot-fill juices with fibre and fruit chunks as well as aseptically packed juices, milk & milk-based beverages.”

Current market dynamicsThe global demand for aseptic packaging is projected to grow 9.1 per cent per year to $ 35.8 billion in 2015, according

to World Aseptic Packaging, a new study from The Freedonia Group Inc. It states that advancements will be driven by the increasing number of applications and cost & convenience benefits associated with aseptic packaging, especially in terms of ambient storage & transportation. Strong growth is expected in developing countries, where the lack of a cold supply chain infrastructure will continue to fuel demand for aseptically packed shelf-stable products.

Thus, the demand for hygienic packaging process is critical for the industry. Sharma notes, “At present, the aseptic beverage packaging market is growing rapidly for milk and juices in laminated paper cartons in order to ensure better flexibility & cost efficiency. The Indian market is looking forward to aseptic beverage packaging solutions in the form of PET bottles, which will allow the industry to offer a wide range of carbonated and non-carbonated juices & milk-based products. Some examples include clear juices, nectar juices, milk-based juices, Ultra-High Temperature (UHT) milk, flavoured milk & milk-based Indian beverages, etc.”

Technologies in useManufacturers are adopting various strategies to ensure aseptic beverage packaging. Electron beam is among the

latest applications adopted by leading filling equipment manufacturers to cater to the burgeoning demand in emerging markets. Several key benefits are driving the industry towards rapid adoption of this technology. Electron beams leave no residue on the packaging materials, eradicating the risk for chemical contamination of the product. It also helps in lowering the package weight.

Another path-breaking technology used widely in beverage processing, especially milk packaging, is the Ultra-Heat Treatment (UHT) method. In this method, milk is sterilised by subjecting it to temperatures beyond 100°C and packaging it in air-tight containers. The basis of UHT is sterilisation of milk before packaging and then filling into pre-sterilised containers in a sterile atmosphere. Companies offer different packaging solutions to incorporate changes such as high-barrier UV light–protected black & white Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH)–based films for filling milk and juices under the UHT process.. Further, combined with High Temperature Short Time (HTST) and UHT processing, the aseptic technology allows preservation of the organoleptic quality of the products, thus securing longer shelf-life. Such solutions help preserve the natural flavour of the product without the need to add preservatives,

While numerous technologies are available in the market for packing beverages, aseptic technology is gaining importance, as it can preserve the products in their natural state and also increase the shelf-life. Avani Jain analyses the benefits of aseptic packaging technology and the steps taken by manufacturers to ensure the same.

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Aseptic technologies for product integrity

Beverage packaging


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as compared to other methods such as hot-fill, which requires addition of preservatives or extenders. Aseptic filling is recommended for both still and carbonated beverages. Two processes for aseptic filling have emerged – dry and wet sterilisation. The most common applications in aseptic technology for beverage filling include wet bottle sterilisation with Peracetic Acid (PAA) or dry bottle sterilisation with hydrogen peroxide.

Sharma notes, “Machinery for aseptic beverage packaging use hydrogen peroxide sterilisation process for providing the highest level of product integrity and long shelf-life. Such machines while filling ensure product quality with high precision and speed under clean room conditions. Currently, KHS India is offering such solutions for high-speed packaging for milk and milk-based beverages and juices at the rate of 12,000-24,000 Bottles Per Hour (BPH) in one-litre packs. We have developed end-to-end solutions capability for such projects in India. We are also working with some leading organisations for execution of such projects in future.”

In aseptic packaging, there is a trend of using low-cost recyclable packaging materials, which is effective for an aseptic environment. These are being evaluated for small and bulk packaging. Therefore, aseptic technology features a high grade of machinery design and manufacture, complying with food quality standard for ultra-clean and aseptic equipment, such as European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG), 3A Sanitary Standards or Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This comes together with a set of cleaning, sterilisation and disinfection procedure, which must be carefully followed.

Challenges facedAlthough the aseptic beverage technology is attracting the attention of the manufacturers, awareness about aseptic technology is low in India. Also, as compared to other methods, aseptic technology requires qualified personnel to run the operation. Further, there is undoubtedly an increasing demand from the market for aseptic packaging, but Indian manufacturers should be aware

of the high investment cost and strict maintenance procedures. In addition, the lower consumption of processed beverages in India than in developed countries makes it unviable for beverage manufacturers. Thus, to take advantage of aseptic technology, Indian manufacturers have to understand their requirements and analyse the benefits of using the new technology.

The hygiene factorAdoption of aseptic beverage packaging is growing in popularity as consumer demand moves away from carbonated soft drinks towards functional beverages, ready-to-drink tea and coffee as well as dairy-based drinks. Moreover, health and hygiene are of particular importance in the beverage processing & packaging industry. Aseptic packaging not only increases shelf-life, but also renders the food safe and high in quality. Sharma concludes, “At present, aseptic technology is available for still beverages only. Thus, the flexibility to offer a wide product range through aseptic technology is limited.”

Future prospectsFollowing the global trends, Indian beverage manufacturers are looking for packaging alternatives, which can preserve the natural flavour and taste of products. As a result, they are experimenting with technologies such as aseptic processing and packaging, which enables manufacturers to eliminate the use of preservatives, artificial colours, etc. The comparison with other techniques, such as hot-filling and retort, shows that

especially for high-capacity lines, aseptic technology has more prospects on the economic front. Aseptic processing and packaging is mostly used in high-capacity plants, but technology providers are now offering solutions to small-scale units as well. This augurs well for India, where Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) dominate the food & beverages segment. Although the initial cost of installation is high for aseptic technology, the processors can still enjoy several benefits in the long run.


Yatindra R SharmaManaging Director, KHS Machinery Pvt Ltd

The Indian market is looking forward to aseptic beverage packaging solutions in the form of PET bottles, which will allow the industry to offer a wide range of carbonated and non-carbonated juices & milk-based products.

TIPS & TRICKS: Bar coding in packaging


The current technology used for date and batch coding may not be suitable when a bar code is added to the message. The technology choices must be re-evaluated based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Often, replacing existing technology is still cheaper in terms of TCO, even after adding the Capex cost, as printing cost for bar code in some technologies are exorbitantly high.

Product security is an important factor that authenticates the multiple production and packaging initiatives undertaken along the entire value chain. Bar coding is a potent tool that provides security to a package till it reaches the final consumer. Anwesh Koley underscores the significance of bar coding in the packaging industry.

Guide toend-to-end

package security C

ustomers today are well aware of a bar code on the packaging of products that are scanned after every purchase.

For a retailer, it means that accurate

information about price, item, style, etc is passed to the point-of-sale register and re-ordering systems. It also means higher productivity at the point of sale when the cashier does not have to pass

the item over the scanner more than once. Even manufacturers can ensure repeat orders and customer confidence through effective bar coding initiatives.


Large bar code symbols have better scanning performance than a smaller one printed with same technology. Most information in future will be read by machines, interpreted with a scanner and information printed as bar code. Between compressing the human eye readable message and a bar code, compress the messages to permissible limits to make space for the bar code.

If there is a choice for substrates, flat surface is better than curved surface and white or light coloured background is considered best for readability. If the surface is too porous, then opt for a bar code on a label rather than printing directly on the substrate. Printing such bar codes on high-speed packaging lines can be quite a challenge in terms of assured readability and printing cost.

Choose a technology that has the least print growth/de-growth, best contrast, maximum tolerance for line vibration or variation in printing distance. It must be contact printing over non-contact technology, except Laser. Bar codes on packages are mandated by statutory requirements and warranted by track & trace needs of either back-end supply chain or front-end retailing system.

With the same printer, changing the consumables type such as non-migrating ink or high-resin ribbons, adjusting print parameters or changing to a low-vibration conveying/packaging system has much impact on bar code printing quality. Bar code printing with dynamic messages (eg, lot number, date) is difficult, as the dynamic part rules out printing bar codes as part of the packaging artwork.

Choose your technology partners well – a team you can trust. It pays to consult a partner having proven ability to offer multiple printer technologies so that the technology choice is guided by your application needs and not your sellers’ available technology. One must select the right technology for best scanning performance with optimum printing cost.

Following are some factors highlighting the importance of bar coding:

PROJECTS


New projects and expansion activities are the barometers of industrial growth. These also present business opportunities to service providers such as 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 $ 302 million (1 billion Malaysian Ringgit) over the following five years in the new plant. The facility is expected to open towards the end of 2013. Nilai was chosen due to lower logistics costs for transporting raw materials and finished goods. The city is 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: +603-92352288 Fax: +603-92223900Email: [email protected]

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. The production will commence 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 initial investment of ` 70 million.

Contact details:Hindusthan National Glass & Industries Ltd2, Red Cross Place, Kolkata - 700001Tel: +91-33-22543100Fax: +91-33-22543130Email: [email protected]

Industrial packaging Time TechnoplastProject typeNew facilityProject newsTime Technoplast is setting up an industrial packaging project in Malaysia, about 140 km south of Kuala Lumpur. The company will manufacture its plastic packaging products, eg, 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 will also be setting up reconditioning/re-bottling plant in the same premises to provide a complete range of products and services to its customers in Asia.Project locationKuala Lumpur, MalaysiaProject costNot knownImplementation stagePlanning

Contact details:Time Technoplast102, Todi Complex35 Saki Vihar Road, Andheri (E)Mumbai - 400 072Tel: +91-22-28039999/28039700Fax: +91-22-28575672Email: [email protected]

Paper mill plant Khanna Paper MillsProject typeNew facilityProject newsDelhi-based Khanna Paper Mills Ltd (KPM) plans to set up a unit in Gujarat with an installed capacity of 1,000 tonne per day at a project cost of ` 1,000 crore, likely to be funded through an IPO and internal accruals. Currently, with installed capacity of 1,200 tonne per day, KPM, which manufactures duplex board, corrugated sheets, newsprint and writing and printing paper, is the largest single-location plant in India that uses recyclable paper waste in the country. The new facility is likely to start operations by early 2013.Project locationGujaratProject cost` 1,000 croreImplementation stageConstruction

Contact details:Khanna Paper Mills LtdFatehgarh Road, Amritsar - 143001PunjabTel: +91-183-5067100-109 Fax: +91-183-5067110/111Email: [email protected]

Packaging materials Tetra PakProject typeNew facilityProject newsTetra Pak is setting up a new packaging material factory in India at Chakan, Pune,

PROJECTS


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 among 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, Pune Project cost` 600 croreImplementation stagePlanning

Contact details:Tetra Pak India Pvt LtdGlobal Business ParkTower C, 5th Floor, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road Gurgaon - 122 002Tel: +91-124-4124600 Fax: +91-124-4064308Email: [email protected]

Plastic packaging Eastman Chemical CompanyProject typeExpansionProject newsEastman Chemical Company (ECC) has announced a second expansion of its Benzoflex™ plasticiser line at Kohtla-Järve, Estonia. The expansion will increase Benzoflex™ capacity at the site by an additional 11,000 metric tonne and is expected to be completed by end of second quarter of 2013. Owing to a significant boost in demand for phthalate-free plasticisers in flexible packaging applications across Europe, ECC plans to strengthen its expertise and customer base in the global packaging industry.Project locationKohtla-Järve, EstoniaProject costNot knownImplementation stageAnnounced

Contact details:The Eastman Chemical Company

PO Box 431, Kingsport, TennesseeTel: +1 (423) 229-2000Fax: +1 (423) 229-2323Email: [email protected]

Printing facility American Packaging CorpProject typeExpansionProject newsUS-based converter American Packaging Corp is undertaking a $ 12.7-million plant expansion at its rotogravure printing and laminating facility in Columbus, Wisconsin. The flexible-packaging converting project includes the purchase of several new pieces of equipment, facility upgrades as well as 100,000 sq ft of additional operating space. New state-of-the-art equipment includes a 10-colour Comexi gravure press with in-line lamination, a third cylinder storage/retrieval system, modernised ink department with two ink-dispensing units, laser-scoring equipment, a Catbridge turreted simplex slitter/rewinder and a fully robotic material-handling system. Project locationColumbus, Wisconsin, USAProject cost$ 12.7 millionImplementation stageConstruction

Contact details:American Packaging Corporation 777 Driving Park AvenueRochester, New York 14613Tel: +585-254-9500 Fax: +585-254-5801Email: [email protected]

Thermoforming plant Prent CorporationProject typeExpansionProject newsUS-based medical packaging thermoformer Prent Corporation has announced a number of expansions at its facilities across the world. The company is undergoing a 50,000-sq ft expansion at its headquarters plant in Janesville, Wisconsin, boosting the area of the facility to 300,000 sq ft. The company will

enhance it focus on specialised medical packaging applications and drug delivery systems. The company has also applied for FDA approval of its new materials and machinery. A double-digit growth in the previous fiscal has encouraged the company to not only invest in emerging markets such as Asia and Latin America, but also continue its commitment towards research, development and quality products & services. Project locationJanesville, Wisconsin, USAProject cost$ 50 millionImplementation stagePlanning

Contact details:Prent Corporation2225 Kennedy RoadPO Box 471, JanesvilleWisconsin 53547-0471, USATel: +1-608-7540276Fax: +1-608-7542410Email: [email protected]

Tinplate packaging ThyssenKruppProject typeNew projectProject newsGerman engineering giant, ThyssenKrupp is strengthening its metal packaging operations in the burgeoning economy of Latin America. The company already has a stong cclient base in the converting industry of Argentina. The new project is aimed at introducing production lines to increase the productivity and diversify of tinplate packaging in order to meet the potential demand of local and overseas markets for metal packaging.Project locationArgentinaProject cost$ 24.5 millionImplementation stagePlanning

Contact details:ThyssenKruppPO Box, 45063, Essen, GermanyTel: +49-201-8440Fax: +49-201-844536000Email: [email protected]

EVENT LIST


India Pro Pack ExpoThis is one of the biggest trade

shows for packaging, processing &

converting industry in India. The

exhibition will be a networking platform

for brand managers, industrial

packaging professionals, consultancy

service providers, printing experts,

researchers and supply chain executives;

June 15-17, 2012; at Gujarat University

Exhibition Hall, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

For details contact:

Nayan Bhayani

VNB International

D -435, Clover Centre

7- Moledina Road Camp, Pune - 411 001

Tel: 020-40068318/32911450

Fax: 020-26054870


Website: www.vnbindia.com

PrintExpo 2012Among the leading exhibitions

for the packaging printing industry,

this edition will highlight every

sector of the printing industry be

it offset printing, digital printing,

label printing, screen printing, wide

format digital flex printing, print finishing,

packaging and converting; June 22-24,

2012; at Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai


Intel Trade Fairs & Expositions Pvt Ltd

113, New Sonal Link Industrial Estate

Building No 2, ink Road, Malad (W)

Mumbai - 400 064

Tel: 022-28803977

Fax: 022-28819008


Website: www.intelexpo.com

Packplus South 2012This will be an opportunity to

focus on the emerging opportunities in

the fast industrialising markets of South

India. The packaging sector of this region

will be represented through its latest trends

and technologies, especially by SMEs;

July 6-9, 2012; at Hyderabad International

Trade Exposition Centre (HITEX),

Hyderabad


Prateek Kaushik

Print Packaging Pvt Ltd

E-6, 1st Floor, Lajpat Nagar 2, New Delhi

Tel: 011-29812833/2981

2934/2981 2834

Mob: 09313011029, Fax: 011-41722130


Website: www.print-packaging.com

Comprehensive Packaging ExpoThis event will offer opportunities to

manufacturers of packaging machines,

materials, logistics providers and

various end users. This proves to be

incredible for sourcing vacuum, blister,

cartons, trays, tapes, etc. The event

acts as an information hub for gaining

handy knowledge about the changing

trends of packaging industrial sector;

July 13-15, 2012; at Chennai Trade

Centre (CTC), Chennai


Smart Expos

B Swaminathan

New No. 116, Old No 81

Manickam Lane, Near Hotel Zen Garden

Guindy, Chennai - 600 032

Tel: 044-22501986/22501987

Fax: 044-28604261


Website: www.compackexpo.com

Print & Packtech 2012This exhibition will reflect the market’s

evolutionary path driven by new demands,

improved competition, technology,

channels and other developments. With

special focus on the integration of

printing and packaging processes and its

supply chain, this event will enable both

industries to claim market leadership and

future opportunities; August 24-27, 2012;

at Palace Grounds, Bengaluru


Cyril Pereira

25, 3rd Floor, 8th Main Road

Vasanthnagar, Bengaluru - 560 052

Tel: 080 4330402, Mob: 09886789641

Fax: 080 22352772


Website: www.printandpacktech.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,

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ChennaiTamil Nadu

Nov 22-25, 2012

LudhianaPunjab

Dec 21-24, 2012

PuneMaharastra

Nov 2-5, 2012

AhmedabadGujarat

Oct 5-8, 2012

IndoreMadhya PradeshJan 11-14, 2013

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Feb 23-26, 2013

AurangabadMaharastra

Feb 1-4, 2013

EVENT LIST


PPMA Show 2012 This is among the leading trade

shows endorsed by PPMA. It offers

enormous opportunities to engage with

manufacturers, processors and engineers

looking to source processing & packaging

machinery & equipment to enhance

their operational productivity; September

25-27, 2012; at National Exhibition

Centre, Birmingham, UK


Graham Earl

Exhibition Manager

Reed Exhibitions Ltd

Gateway House, 28-The Quadrant

Richmond, Surrey, TW9 1DN, UK

Tel: +44 (0)20 8910 7890

Fax: +44 (0)20 8910 7877


Website: www.ppmashow.co.uk

Paper Arabia 2012 This event will feature a broad range of

industry verticals within paper packaging,

such as tissue manufacturing, paper

converting machinery and chemicals,

processing & recycling solutions. It is the

right platform to reach out to decision-

makers, traders, printers and packaging

designers in the Middle East; October 1-3,

2012; at Dubai International Convention

& Exhibition Centre, UAE


Rajesh Nair

Exhibition Manager

Al Fajer Information & Services

P.O Box: 11183, Dubai, UAE

Tel: +971 4 3406888, Fax: +971 4 3403608


Website: www.paperarabia.com

Tokyo Pack 2012 This is among the largest international

packaging shows in Asia. It provides

strong support for expansion of business

opportunities owing to emphasis on

innovative product design and packaging;

October 2-5, 2012; Tokyo International

Exhibition Center, Tokyo, Japan


Japan Packaging Institute

10F Togeki, Bldg 4-1-1

Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo - 104 0045, Japan

Tel: +81 3-3543-1189, Fax: +81 3-3543-8970


Website: www.tokyo-pack.jp

Packaging Innovations 2012 This conference is for packaging designers

and brand owners to ideate on convenient

& sustainable solutions. From the latest

materials to create customer recognition,

design agencies to create a brand

representing the product, to mock-up

agencies producing the newest concepts:

for producing branded packaging is

represented here; October 4-5, 2012; at

Business Design Centre, London, UK


Adrian Harrow

easyFairs UK Ltd

8 Oak Lane, Twickenham TW1 3PA

United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0)20-88438800

Fax: +44 (0)20-88921929


Website: www.easyfairs.com

PACKEX 2012 Among the leading packaging trade

shows in North America dedicated to

innovations in processing and converting,

this event will offer hands-on access to the

latest in flexible packaging, cartons, labels

and tags, custom automation equipment,

contract services, printing, converting,

processing, materials, material handling,

software, etc; November 14-15, 2012; at

Montreal, Canada


Jim Beretta

UBM Canon

11444 W. Olympic Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90064-1549 USA

Tel: +310 445-4200, Fax: +310 996-9499


Website: www.canontradeshows.com

EMBALLAGE 2012 This is an interactive platform focussing on

new packing design, exclusive conferences

on food safety, eco-design, recycling,

sustainability, etc. This event will offer

exhibitors and visitors an opportunity

to learn about the packaging industry’s

current development techniques, new

strategic stakes & marketing management

policies; November 19-22, 2012; at Paris

Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, France


Flora Liegey

Marketing Manager

Comexposium

70 avenue du Général de Gaulle

F - 92058 Paris-La Défense Cedex

Tel: +33 (0) 1 76 77 14 24

Fax: +33 (0)1 53 30 95 21


Website: www.emballageweb.com

ALLPACK Indonesia 2012 This international packaging exhibition

will feature the latest technology,

machinery, materials system and supplies

for the food & beverage industry, pharma

& cosmetic packaging, bottling, canning

& refrigeration solutions, automation &

material handling, quality control and

testing systems; November 21-24, 2012;

at Jakarta International Expo, Kemayoran,

Indonesia


Krista Exhibitions

Blandogan Street

No 28 D/G - Jakarta 11220

Tel: +62 21 6345861/62

Fax: +62-21 634 0140

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.allpack-indonesia.com

International

The information published in this section is as per the details

furnished by the respective organiser. In any case, it does not

represent the views of

EVENT REPORT: IFCA Star 2011 Awards and IPMMI- IMDIR Plaque


Indian Flexible Packaging and

Carton Manufacturers Association

(IFCA), the exclusive national

body working for development of

the packaging industry, addresses the

requirements of the flexible packaging

and folding board/carton industry, and

endeavours to promote its objectives

& strengthen activities for the same.

IFCA Star 2011 Awards and Institute

of Packaging Machinery Manufacturers

of India–Machiner y Design/

Development/Innovation-Recognition

(IPMMI–IMDIR) Plaque, instituted

by IFCA, Mumbai, has taken a step

to encourage and reward those who

have made significant contribution to

the industry.

The moment of pride At a recently held function, the industry

recognised the efforts made by those

in the packaging manufacturing sector

(flexible packaging and folding carton)

as well as packaging machinery design,

development and manufacturing sector.

The IFCA Star [formerly Paper Film &

Foil Converters Association (PFFCA)

Star] Awards as well as IPMMI–IMDIR

Plaque have entered their fifth series and,

over the years, attained a national status

among industries. This is evidenced by

the increasing number of industries and

entries as well as the geographical spread.

The developments and their benefits

have spread a message of credibility &

capability of offering the right solution

to the user industries encompassing all

product segments.

The entries for the IFCA Star Awards

were categorised under five major groups:

newer forms/innovations and creativity-

new application, structural and graphic

designs for improved aesthetics, product

development, pack enhancement, non-

packaging application as well as special

entries for students & institutions. The

entries were evaluated by a panel of jury

with specialisation in the above entities as

well as subject specialists from the field of

food packaging, standardisation, material

science, academics and export with legal &

statutory knowledge. The members were

neutral in their profession and evaluated

each entry against a set of norms, with

emphasis on enviro-sustainability,

material recyclability and biodegradation,

convenience, easy availability, etc.

The IPMMI–IMDIR Plaque

represents recognition in the packaging

machinery sector and under the broad

categories of package conversion,

packaging line operation, packaging

system, end of line and online packaging

machinery, ancillary packaging, machines

and equipment. It emphasises on improved

productivity, versatility, ergonomics,

modularity, ease of maintenance,

minimum downtime and import

substitution and potential for exports.

The selection also emphasised backward

and onward integration in a production

line to improve product package integrity.

Recognising the potentialThe IFCA Star Awards and IPMMI–

IMDIR Plaque primarily aim to bring

out the hidden talents of individuals and

encourage development of novel materials,

structural and graphic design, new

applications and Research & Development

(R&D), besides productivity, versatility

and affordability. The R&D in the

material or machinery sector clearly helps

to surface the capability to understand

market needs and, importantly, the

desire among industries to upgrade their

facilities and continuous in-house efforts

to scale up for meeting the demanding

sophistication and technological needs.

This has helped in achieving a status in

the global scenario for the package and

machinery manufacturing as a quality &

dependable source as well as partners in

business.


Saluting excellence in creativity and innovationWorking for the advancement of the packaging industry, the Indian Flexible Packaging and Carton Manufacturers Association (IFCA) had recently organised IFCA Star 2011 Awards and IPMMI-IMDIR Plaque to felicitate individuals who have contributed significantly to the design and development, innovation and creativity in flexible & folding board substrates and converted laminates & cartons.

IFCA Star 2011 and IPMMI-IMDIR Plaque presentation - Announcing the winners, by P V Narayanan (standing); seated (L-R): L Ramakrishnan, Senior VP, IFCA; D G Malani, President, IPMMI; Tarun Marwah, Project Director, ITAS; Dr Ajit Manke,

Chief Guest; Suresh Gupta, President, IFCA; and Udo Schurtzmann, MD, MDIReleasing the IPMMI-IMDIR Winners Brochure

(L-R): Tarun Marwah, D G Malani and Dr Ajit Manke

BOOK REVIEW


This book is a comprehensive encyclopedia of package designs, from the simplest, minimalist envelopes to elaborate asymmetrical display structures for encasing anything from perfume to fancy chocolates. With the growing emphasis on sustainability and product lifecycle, the concept of the book is suitable for ergonomic package designers and convertors. Far from being a technical reference, this book is aimed at all readers interested in exploring packaging possibilities and also addresses the novice & expert alike through detailed, descriptive captions by analysing more than 300 examples.

In today’s sophisticated and competitive world, the quality of packaging solutions can differentiate between success & failure. Corrugated boxes of all sizes have become popular owing to their aesthetic advantages and recycling ability. This book provides innovative design ideas for various production processes such as pre-printing, wax lining, aqua-coat lining, clay-coating, anti-static coated lining and many other variations. However, this book can be recommended for the library of institutions dedicated to packaging, graphic arts, design and advertising.

Big Book of BoxesAuthor : Thais CaballeroPrice : ` 1,500

This book is well presented with a professional touch. It comprises informative text and specially commissioned full-colour photos. It demonstrates at a glance, the different effects that can be created and the key print & production techniques used to achieve them. It is useful for projects across all budgets and production/print runs, revealing the skills & techniques that attract the attention of the target customers and sell. It offers ideas for print and production finishing for almost all types of packaging such as boxes, cartons, bottles, tubes, cans, packs, tubs, jars, multi-packs, clamshells, blister packs, CDs or DVDs & gift packs, and also has various other more unusual or innovative formats. It is an indispensable and practical guide that covers different finishes, surface graphics, detailing and materials that help make packaging stand out from the crowd, eg, foil blocking, pigment blocking, thermography, varnishing, laminating, embossing, de-bossing, die-cutting and laser-cutting, specialist inks, etc. By analysing the best in the business, this book gives readers a good understanding of materials as well as print and production finishes that can be applied to any job. This book is worth possessing for packaging professionals, advertiser and designers.

Reviewer: Prof C S Purushothaman, Chair Professor Director, SIES School of Packaging, Mumbai

Print and Production Finishes for PackagingAuthor : Edward DennisonPrice : ` 2,400

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PRODUCTS


Fibreglass adhesive tapesThe Unito

P T F E /

T e f l o n -

c o a t e d

f i b r e g l a s s

a d h e s i v e

tapes have

advantages such as non-stick, self-lubricating, friction-free, non-

toxic, non-flammable, non-wettable, non-brittle and resistance to

atmospheric condition. Silicone pressure sensitive adhesives used for

making these tapes withstand wider temperature range of –200°C

to +300°C. The adhesive tapes ensure permanent heat-sealing, thus

making sure that heat-sealed packet is pilfer-proof. These tapes give

excellent performance for expected life on any heat-sealer. The tapes

are available in size from 6 mm to 1,000 mm width.

Urja Products Pvt Ltd

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Tel: 079-22872277, Mob: 09825688244


Website: www.urjafabrics.com


Just type MPD (space) Product Name and send it to 51818eg. MPD Wrapper and send it to 51818

Cap sealing machineIn model SCVM-4 cap

sealing machine, the

bunged vials are fed by a

turntable or a conveyor to

the in-feed slotted wheel.

The sealing turret consists

of eight sealing heads, which

are identical. The output is

300 vials per minute, the

processing is in the range

of 2-100 ml and main drive

is 1.5 hp. The cap sealing

machine finds application

in pharmaceutical and

packaging industries.

Snowbell Machines Pvt Ltd

Dist Thane - Maharashtra

Tel: 0250-6456130


Website: www.snowbellmachines.com

Lustre laminateThe Egnite high

lustre laminate is

available in a variety

of colour shades. This

metallic finish makes

the foil blocking

process easier and

also offers advantages

of striking product

differentiation. The

Egnite also facilitates

complex printing and

novel colour effects. There cannot be imitation of this lustre, which

enables counterfeiting protection.

Essel Propack

Mumbai - Maharashtra

Tel: 022-24819000, Mob: 09769410851


Website: www.esselpropack.com

Shrink tunnelThis shrink tunnel which is

used in shrink packaging is

available in different sizes

with conveyor belt and roller

conveyors. Roller-driven

conveyors offer trouble-free

performance, with additional

features such as speed

control and temperature

control. The shrink tunnel

offers an economical solution

for shrink packaging. It

is available with bottom

heating. The specialised

roller movement helps achieve wrinkle-free covering even at the

bottom. The tunnel provides heat savings for economical production.

Supreme Marketing Enterprises


Tel: 022-24452607


Website: www.supremepackmachines.com

PRODUCTS


Operator panelTo satisfy the stringent

standards required in

the automation market,

especially packaging, label

slitting and motion-based

robot dispensing, The

WebOP-2000T series

with 200 MHz ARM9-

based RISC CPU and

128 MB flash memory

for application software is

available. This series also support a variety of LCD sizes from 4.3"

to 15" for different applications involving the use of PLCs, motion/

thermal controllers, inverters and sensors. It is bundled with WebOP

Designer, a software development kit, which helps create application

solutions for labour-saving, improved efficiency of manufacturing and

easy control of every machine in the factory.

Advantech India

Bengaluru - Karnataka

Tel: 080-23374567


Website: www.advantech.in

Ampoule filling & sealing machinesThe ampoule filling and sealing

machine is designed on the principle

of slant travel of ampoules. Sealing

is done either by laser sealing

system or conventional gas flame.

This flexible machine is used to

fill ampoules as well as vials. But

the speed varies according to the

technology. The machine is used in areas such as pharmaceutical and

packaging industries.

Snowbell Machines Pvt Ltd


Tel: 0250-6456130


Website: www.snowbellmachines.com

Plastic packaging tubeEtain is a fully recyclable plastic

packaging tube made from a combination

of virgin and recycled plastic materials.

This tube contains up to 40 per cent

PCR HDPE plastic material. The plastic

packaging tube is typically used by FMCG

companies for packaging various types of

hair care, skin care, pharmaceutical and

food products, besides cosmetics. This is

made from recycled plastic material and

is fully recyclable for the same recycling

stream. Etain is highly customisable

and the amount of PCR can be varied

depending on customer requirements and

the nature of the product that is contained

within the package.

Essel Propack


Tel: 022-24819000, Mob: 09769410851


Website: www.esselpropack.com

Horizontal form-fill-seal machineThe model PK 90-DRY

horizontal form-fill-seal

machine has roll width of 520

mm, power consumption of 4.5

kW and packaging film as all-

heat sealable laminated film.

This machine has attachments

such as dual product filling

system, swab/tissue filling

Plastic packing boxesThese plastic packaging

boxes for cutting tools

are used for industrial

packaging. These boxes

are also used for packing

carbide tools, end mills,

reamers, tips, insert, tap

set, tool holder, etc. Also offered are foam, stickers, screen printing,

emboss and designing of logo of company on the boxes.

Om Manufacturer

Rajkot - Gujarat

Tel: 0281-2384444, Mob: 09978500100


Website: www.ommanufacturers.com

system, zipper sealing system and batch printing device. It is used is

food and packaging industry. The form-fill-seal machine is used for

filling of instant milk powder, spice powder, coffee powder, insecticide

powder, malt beverage powder, seeds, sugar, salt, pepper, namkeen,

etc. Attachments are dual product filling system, swab/tissue filling

system, zipper sealing system, batch printing device, etc.

Pakona Engineers (India) Pvt Ltd


Tel: 022-22854138


Website: www.pakona.com

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PRODUCTS


Lable inserting machineThe model DSV-600P

sleeve machine runs at

a high-speed of 600

BPM while using 180-

mm height label and is

set up online with the

producing line. This

machine is chosen by

beverage manufacturers

for huge production

capacity. The machine

also uses colourful

h u m a n / m a c h i n e

interface controller, which ensures user-friendly operation. Double

label holders are adopted too, which ensures easy operation in

changing labels. Meanwhile, users can choose optional parts, eg,

label unwind, label accumulator, etc. Specially designed knife plate is

change-free within the rated specifications. If needed, the knife plate

can be changed in just three minute.

Shanghai Dase-Sing Packaging Technology Co Ltd

Shanghai - China

Tel: +86-21-33658333


Website: www.dasesing.com

Water-soluble film These water-

soluble films

are used for

handling and

d i s p e n s i n g

h a z a r d o u s

chemicals and

f o r m u l a t i o n s .

By using these

fi lms, the

infection caused

by toxic or

stimulating materials can be reduced. The films prevent contamination,

are fully biodegradable, environment-friendly and widely used in

packaging. The water-soluble films are water soluble, transparent

and lustrous. These films have good gas barrier property, anti-static

property, printability, strength and weathering resistance. The water-

soluble films are used in packaging of liquid & powder detergents,

all-purpose cleaners, disinfectants, agrochemicals, fertilisers, water-

treatment chemicals, pigments/dyes, concrete additives, etc.

Arrow Coated Products Ltd


Tel: 022-26352500


PRODUCTS


High-pressure cleanerThe model HDS 558 C

Eco hot-water compact

class high-pressure cleaner

is simple in operation.

The impressive features of

the compact class include

single-button control,

chassis with integrated tank

and the integrated high-

pressure hose reel. It is user-friendly and a single-phase comfort unit

of the compact class with one-button operation. The high-pressure

cleaner has chassis with integrated tanks, hose and accessory stowage.

Easy press trigger gun with servo control is also provided.

Karcher Cleaning System Pvt Ltd

Noida - Uttar Pradesh

Tel: 0120-4661800


Website: www.karcher.in

Nasal and powder spray containerThe nasal and powder spray containers are available

in tamper-proof and non-tamper-proof packs in

the sizes of 10, 15 and 20 ml. The powder spray

containers have capacity of 30 gm.

Modern Plasmold

Gandhinagar - Gujarat

Tel: 0276-233421, Mob: 09825010181


Website: www.modernplasmold.com

Air bubble filmsA wide range of air bubble films are

offered. These films are lightweight,

chemically neutral, transparent and

attractive, non-hygroscopic sealable

and weldable, strong and 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


Tel: 022-26854908


Ink rollersThe pic-hot ink

rollers do not require

adding or charging

of conventional inks.

These are solid at

room temperature

and do not smudge. The rollers are non-toxic, give sharp impressions

and contain solvent-free ink and therefore there are no hazards

possible as in the conventional ink. These are designed to be used

in many different high-speed date coding and lot number marking

printers, which use stamp affixed to a rotating drum that contacts a

heated urethane roll impregnated with an ink/paraffin formulation.

Vacuum packing machineThe vacuum

packing machine

keeps food fresh,

ensures no loss of

weight retention

of aroma and

protects from dust,

moisture, humidity,

etc, thus increasing

the shelf-life of

products and saves

space. Products that are vacuum packed by this machine include

namkeen, khakhra, spices, instant food, bakery product, chemicals,

pharmaceutical & dairy products, peanuts, dry fruits, seafoods, etc.

This machine is available in different models, such as single-chamber

and double-chamber.

Monarch Appliances

Rajkot - Gujarat

Tel: 0281-2461826, Mob: 09825215733


Website: www.monarchappliances.com

Pic-Code Systems

Vadodara - Gujarat

Tel: 0265-2290926, Mob: 09228753005


Website: www.piccode.com

Blister machineThe blister packaging machine

has in-built steel trolley to

mobilise blisters for aseptic

storage and eliminating large

waste capacity. This is a stainless

steel and wider blister guide

plate with adjustable path space.

This has fully enclosed SS

tray for product collection in

450 mm x 250 mm size.

PRODUCTS


Autopack Industries

Ahmedabad - Gujarat

Tel: 079-22774668, Mob: 09825614181


Website: www.autopack.co.in

Carton stretch wrapping machine The Durapak carton

stretch wrapping

machine is a simple and

convenient device to wrap

carton boxes and objects

of similar geometry using

stretch film delivered

from powered pre-stretch

unit. Stretch wrapped

protection is given to

small- and medium-sized

objects packed in carton

boxes, cans, tins, drums,

etc. This is highly suitable for goods with lightweight that can

be manually loaded, turned over, wrapped and unloaded from the

machine. The machine is easily integrated into conveyor lines.

Durapak

Chennai - Tamil Nadu

Tel: 044-43033533, Mob: 09840050066


Website: www.durapak.co.in

Automatic wrapperThe model WM-4000-B

automatic wrapper is good

for packing house. It has

a 10.4' colour LCD touch

panel, automatic film

changing, detachable and

washable in-feed table and

lifts. This automatic wrapper

also includes automatic tray

identification and centering,

free arm labeling and has

the capacity of 35 packs/

min. The CCD camera automatically identifies the tray as soon as it is

placed on the in-feed table. Wrapping conditions and tare weight are

set automatically and any fluctuation in commodity tray placement is

corrected by the centering conveyor.

Ishida India Pvt Ltd

Gurgaon - Haryana

Tel: 0124-3854392, Mob: 09971449821


Website: www.ishidaindia.co.in

PRODUCTS


Tube filling and closing machinesTube diameter can be up to

45 mm and tube length up

to 200 mm. Standard features

include: automatic tube infeed,

automatic tube orientation,

tail-free filling system, smooth

operation by using Ferguson

drive, automatic coding on the

tubes, machine cladded with SS

304, inbuilt centralised lubrication, no tube-no fill device and variable

frequency drive.

Wimco Ltd


Tel: 0251-2682281


Website: www.wimcoengineering.com

Continuous inkjet printersFlexible code options, offering

up to five lines of text, barcodes

and graphics meet traceability

coding requirements. This has

compact design with plug-in

connectors for easy set-up and

movement between production

lines. Automatic print-head

cleaning and printer shutdown minimises the need for manual print-

head maintenance and provides error-free power down. Versatile

Pouch making machines A combination of centre

seal and three side seal

pouch making machine to

make centre seal, centre

seal with side gusset, two/

three side seal pouches,

agarbatti pouches with perforation, off centre, centre seal, pouches

with side flap insertion is offered. This multi-function pouch making

machine is used for making stand up pouches, zipper pouches and all

the above mentioned pouches. The machine converts laminated film

into empty pouches and is suitable for companies having their own

lamination and printing facilities.

Primo Pack Machines Pvt Ltd

Ahmedabad - Gujarat

Tel: 079-22841684


Website: www.primopack.com

Table-top coderThe table-

top coder is a

batch coding

machine suitable

for all manual

and automatic

coding on various

packing. This

easy- to-operate

coder is compact in design, which makes it easy to install, where

space is limited. It operates on a microprocessor-based system and

is equipped with motorised intermittent reciprocal contact coder.

The coder is for manufacturers/packers of packaged goods to print

batch number, date of manufacturing, expiry date, prices and other

statutory information’s on various packaging, containers, labels,

cartons, pouches, etc.

Process Instrumentation & Controls

Vadodara - Gujarat

Tel: 0265-2357228


Website: www.piccode.com

Flexible packaging materials

A wide range of flexible packaging materials and applications to

a variety of industries and markets is offered, which increases the

shelf-life and barrier properties. This includes: food packaging

(dry foods, frozen foods, liquids & viscous, snack foods, nutritional

& health foods, pet foods, and other agricultural products), and

speciality consumer & FMCG (tea & coffee, confectionary & candy,

pharmaceuticals, engineering products & garments).

Shako Flexipack Pvt Ltd


Tel: 022-40638002


Website: www.shakoflex.net

connectivity options, including Ethernet and parallel input/output

provide centralised code management and easy integration with

production control equipment.

Codeinx

New Delhi

Tel: 09873926230


Website: www.linxglobal.com

PRODUCTS


Web guiding systemThe web guiding system has

low noise level of 62-63 dB.

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. Major benefits of this system

are: suitable for the widest range of webs including the thinnest films,

maintenance & wear-free blower, easy fitting of an additional hydraulic

port for external uses, easy to maintain due to compact & modular

construction, and operator-friendly.

ATE Enterprises Pvt Ltd


Tel: 022-66766100, Mob: 09321993209


Vacuum packaging machineThe mini counter-top vacuum packaging

machine has standard features such as,

high quality see-through lid and all

stainless steel body. This machine size

overview is chamber 325 x 300 x 80

mm. seal beam 300 x 3 mm x 1, and

overall size of 670 x 385 x 37 0 mm hot

air. chamber size at 325 mm x 300 x 80

mm deep, length of seal bar 300 mm x 3

mm wide seal, number of seal bars and

Oxygen and CO2 analyserThe Pack Check model 325 is a single-

handed oxygen and carbon dioxide analyser

for checking modified atmospheres inside

packages. It is an ideal instrument for

portable, fast and accurate headspace tests

on the packaging line in warehouses or in

laboratories. This analyser has the ability

to store 400 readings, stored by operator

and product name. It is ideal for sample

tests with only a minimum gas required for even the smallest packs in

a modified atmosphere package.

Hemetek Techno Instruments P Ltd


Tel: 022-26860692


Website: www.hemetek.com

Pouch packing machineThe model SF-TD-80

pouch packing machine

is suitable for tea, dry

fruits, wafers, namkeens,

grains, pulses, seeds,

fertilizers, etc. This high-

speed machine packs up

to 100 pouches/min. It

produces highly intact

sealing suitable for

nitrogen flushed packing.

Machine stops on error,

showing on display board

like no material, no paper, etc. The machine is user-friendly as

the total operation is through keyboard. It is easy to handle and is

maintenance-free. The machine consumes less power and operates

with very low noise.

Saurabh Flexipack Systems Pvt Ltd

Pune - Maharashtra

Tel: 020-27492722, Mob: 09822412089


Website: www.saurabhpackaging.com

chambers: one, one, power grid voltage: single-phase 220 V, pressure:

2 to 5 mbar, pump speed: 4 cu.m/hr, vacuum pump power 0.4 hp

single phase, etc.

Saurabh Engineers

Ahmedabad - Gujarat

Tel: 079-22911288, Mob: 09824040137


Website: www.indvacindia.com

AdhesivesThe INSTANT-LOK and COOL-LOK adhesives are widely

used in packaging industries for case and carton sealing, and in jar,

can, and bottle labelling. Hot melt and liquid adhesives provide

secure closure of food packages, and firmly affix labels that

can withstand repeated handling and extreme temperature and

humidity. These adhesives also find applications in paper

converting industry. Roll and ream wrapping for the paper making

industry, and envelope and paper bag production are typical

applications. Emulsion and hot melt adhesives from the company

produce strong and attractive seams in today's high-production

environment.

National Starch & Chemical

Navi Mumbai - Maharashtra

Tel: 022-27780057


Website: www.nationalstarch.com

PRODUCTS


The information published in this section is as per the details furnished by the respective manufacturer/

distributor. In any case, it does not represent the views of

Pouch making machineThe Stand-up and Zipper pouch-

making machine is equipped with

a multi-servo system whereby

each sealing and cooling system

is actuated by an individual servo

system which results in optimum seal strength and quality as the dwell/

seal time remains constant even at higher speed. The machine is capable

of making multiple stand-up and zipper pouches. When there is a double

up run, the machine can make up to 240 pouches/min. The machine is

suitable for making pouches for food packaging, vacuum pouches, oil

pouches, etc, using barrier film.

XL Plastics

Vadodara - Gujarat

Tel: 0265-2638125


Website: www.xlplastics.com

Transport system The transport system for web applications include, digital printing, label

or magnetic strip applicator for roll/roll or roll/sheet production. Features

are single- or double-side print, CE conformity, maximum web width

520 mm, 400 V 50/60 Hz, speed 300 m/min, mounting frame for up to

4 or 2 x 4 IPAS 425i digital print modules, mounting frame for 1 or 2

IR dryer, in and out-feed, servo-driven, including automatic web in-feed

device, web tension adjustable from 0 to 300 N, mechanical web guiding,

web break detectors, and moveable touch-screen panel.

Unigraphica AG, Germany

Germany

Tel: +41-423-3758189


Website: www.unigraphica.com

Packaging foamInstapak foam is be used to pack a wide assortment of products,

such as pumps, motors, valves, actuators, instruments, handicrafts,

spares (industrial, automotive and electronics), etc. This process is fast,

simple, and versatile. Apart from protecting products, it offers benefits,

such as reduction in valuable warehouse space and increase in labour

productivity. It is a cost effective, environmentally sensible and just-in-

time packaging solution.

Sealed Air (India) Pvt Ltd

Bengaluru - Karnataka

Tel: 080-41179393


Website: www.sealedair.com

AdhesivesThese adhesives are used for industrial applications such as assembly of

bearing to casing, blow hole filling on metal castings, sealing electronic

components, bonding rigid PVC pipe joints, sealing/locking of threads to

prevent leakages and corrosion, etc. Various high-strength adhesive putty

is used for leakage repair, joint filling, mould making, repairing online

leakages in industrial pipelines, mechanical repairs, etc. In addition there

are products available for sealing the gap between gasket and metal

surfaces to make the joint leakproof, for loosening rusted nuts, bolts, and

machinery parts, for joining metal pipes, which are oil, petrol, hot & cold

water-resistant, etc.

Resinova Chemie Ltd

Kanpur - Uttar Pradesh

Tel: 0512-2313019


Website: www.resinova.com

Mini-offset printing machineThe Autoprint 1520 Colt (single-colour) is a new

generation mini-offset printing machine designed

especially for entry level printing entrepreneurs,

letter press houses, DTP units, large Xerox and

screen printing units as well as small enterprises.

This machine is Ideal for short run jobs. It has

all the features of a mini-offset printing machine. The machine takes

maximum paper size of 380 x 254 mm; minimum paper size is 125 x 175

mm and paper thickness is 3-300 gsm. The blanket size is 430 x 500 mm,

gripper margin is 8-10 mm and plate size is 400 x 500 mm.

Autoprint Machinery Manufacturers Pvt Ltd

Coimbatore - Tamil Nadu

Tel: 0422-2212416


Website: www.autoprint.in

Powder and granule filling lineA complete powder and granule filling line is offered right from infeed

turntable inspection and cleaning machines, to filling and packaging

machines, measure cup placing machines, and packing conveyors. The

range includes two-head, three-head and four-head machines with servo

drives as well as clutch brake mechanism. Features include accurate

weight control and better auger, speed variation for various formulations,

high productivity, better GMP, fill accuracy of ±1.5 per cent, no bottle-no

fill mechanism, virtually no power loss, electronic controls, no dripping,

maximum operation comfort, and ease of maintenance.

Ace Technologies


Tel: 022-28540743


Website: www.acetechnologiesgroup.com

LIST OF PRODUCTS


FIC - Front Inside Cover, BIC - Back Inside Cover, BC - Back Cover


Just type MPD (space) Product Name and send it to 51818eg. MPD Wrapper and send it to 51818

Adhesives ............................................................ 83, 84

Air bubble films ............................................................... 80

Ampoule filling and sealing machine .............................. 76

Auto sealer ....................................................................... 79

Automatic wrapper ........................................................... 81

Bearings ..................................................................... 4

Blister machine................................................................. 80

Bottle and container filling machine ............................... 79

Bottle testing equipment .................................................. 39

Brewing technology ......................................................... 57

Cable carriers.............................................................. 4

Cable connectors ................................................................ 4

Cap sealing machine ........................................................ 75

Carton stretch wrapping machine.................................... 81

Cartoning machine....................................................... 3, 79

Chains ................................................................................ 4

Cold aseptic filling machine ............................................ 57

Compact pneumatic cylinder ........................................... 29

Concrete block and paver machine .................................... 3

Connectors ......................................................................... 4

Container filling lines ........................................................ 3

Continuous inkjet printer................................................. 82

Conveyor system .............................................................. 81

Conveyor technology........................................................ 57

Digital temperature controller ....................................61

Dosing and sealing system ............................................... 79

Drives ......................................................................... 15, 61

Dual channel with modbus .............................................. 61

Dynamic controller .......................................................... 61

Electric actuator and gripper ......................................29

Exhibition - EngineeringExpo ........................................ 34

Exhibition - International Packtech India-2012 ............. 10

Exhibition - Pack Plus South-2012................................. 41

Expanded polyethylene capseal and seal liner ................... 5

Fastback revolution seasoning system .........................81

Fibreglass adhesive tapes .................................................. 75

Filling and closing technology ......................................... 57

Flexible packaging materials ............................................ 82

Form-fill-seal machine ........................................... 3, 76, 79

Gaskets ...................................................................... 5

Guided compact pneumatic cylinder ............................... 29

Hand-type impulse sealer ...........................................79

High-capacity bag palletiser ............................................. 55

High-pressure cleaner ...................................................... 80

Horizontal form-fill-seal machine ......................... 3, 76, 79

Ink rollers ..................................................................80

Inspection and monitoring technology ............................ 57

Intralogistics ..................................................................... 57

Ioniser ............................................................................... 29

Labelling and dressing technology ..............................57

Labelling machine .......................................................... BC

Lable inserting machine ................................................... 79

Liners ................................................................................. 5

Long bar sealer ................................................................. 79

Lustre laminate ................................................................ 75

Material testing instrument ........................................39

Metallocene polyethylene ................................................... 8

Mini-offset printing machine .......................................... 84

Motors .............................................................................. 21

Nasal and powder spray container ...............................80

Nitrogen extrusion sealer ................................................. 79

Non-nozzle-type vacuum sealer ....................................... 79

Nozzle-type vacuum sealer ............................................... 79

Online business .........................................................17

Operator panel ................................................................. 76

Oxygen and CO2 analyser ............................................... 83

Packaging foam .........................................................84

Packaging solutions ....................................................... FIC

Packing and palletising technology .................................. 57

Palletisers ...................................................................... 3, 79

Palletising robots .............................................................. 55

PET bottle testing equipment ......................................... 39

Plastic masterbatches ....................................................BIC

Plastic packaging tube ...................................................... 76

Plastic packing boxes........................................................ 76

Polyethylene capseal and seal liner..................................... 5

Polyethylene ....................................................................... 8

Pouch making machine .............................................. 82, 84

Pouch packing machine ................................................... 83

Powder and granule filling line ........................................ 84

Pressure-sensitive paper and film label ......................... FIC

Pressure sensor for wet packaging application ................. 27

Process technology ........................................................... 57

Product handling equipment............................................ 81

Profile controller ............................................................... 61

Programmable logic controller ......................................... 61

Refrigerated compressed air dryer ...............................29

Rinser and pasteuriser ...................................................... 57

Sensor technology ......................................................19

Shrink film packaging machines ...................................... 55

Shrink film ..................................................................... BC

Shrink tunnel ................................................................... 75

Shrink wrap sealer series .................................................. 79

Skin wrapping machine ................................................. BC

Stretch blow-moulding technology .................................. 57

Stretch film packaging machines ..................................... 55

Stretch wrapping machines .............................................. 55

Systems engineering ......................................................... 57

Table-top coder .........................................................82

Temperature controller ..................................................... 61

Testing instrument ........................................................... 39

Thermoform fill seal machines ........................................ 23

Transport system .............................................................. 84

Tube filling and closing machine ..................................... 82

Universal controller....................................................61

Vacuum packaging machine .......................................83

Vacuum packing machine ................................................ 80

Vertical form-fill-seal machine............................... 3, 76, 79

Washers .....................................................................57

Water-soluble film............................................................ 79

Web guiding system ......................................................... 83

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Our consistent advertisers

Avery Dennison India Pvt Ltd FIC

T: +91-124-2215581

E: [email protected]

W: www.enhanceyourbrand.com

Beumer Group Gmbh & Co. KG 55

T: +49-2521-240


W: www.beumer.com

Bonfiglioli Transmissions (Pvt) Ltd 15

T: +91-44-24781035


W: www.bonfiglioliindia.com

Engineering Expo 34

T: +91-09819552270


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Exxonmobil Chemical 8

T: +86-21-2417-3999

W: www.exxonmobilchemical.com

General Industrial Controls Pvt Ltd 6

T: +91-09923756507


W: www.gicindia.com

Google India Private Limited 17

T: +1800-266-3000

W: www.indiagetonline.in

Heat And Control 81

T: +91-44-42103950


W: www.heatandcontrol.com

IFM Electronics India Pvt Ltd 27

T: +91-2312672770


W: www.ifm-electronic.in

Igus India Pvt Ltd 4

T: +91-80-39127800


W: www.igus.in

KHS Machinery Pvt. Ltd 33

T: +91-79-2644-0331


W: www.khs.com/india

Krones Ag 57

T: +49-9401-700


W: www.krones.com

Kuebler Automation Pvt Ltd 19

T: +91-20-22953819


W: www.kuebler

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T: +91-11-26971745


W: www.md-india.com

Mifa Systems 61

T: +91-79-26870825


W: www.mifasystems.com

Pakona Engineers India Pvt Ltd 3

T: +91-22-22826751


W: www.pakona.com

Prayag Polytech Pvt Ltd BIC

T: +91-11-47262000


W: www.prayagmb.com

Presto Stantest Pvt Ltd 39

T: +91-129-4085000


W: www.prestogroup.com

Print Packaging.Com Pvt Ltd 41

T: +91-22-27812093


W: www.packplussouth.in

Reynders Label Printing India Pvt Ltd 29

T: +91-149-3305400


W: www.reynders.com

Roechling Engineering Plastics (Ind) 79

T: +91-22-4217 8787


W: www.roechling-india.com

Shanghai Dase-Sing Packaging

Technology Co., Ltd BC

T: +86-21-3365-8333


W: www.dasesing.com

The Indian Electric Co 21

T: +91-20-24456062


W: www.indianelectric.com

Veripack Solutions India Pvt Ltd 23

T: +91-22-66971133


W: www.veripackindia.com

Vora Packaging Pvt Ltd 5

T: +91-22-24012330


W: www.vorapack.com

Wu Hsing Electronics Co. Ltd. 79

T: +886-4-2271-1498


W: www.sealers-web.com

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