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Graphic Packaging International is bringing a new modular machine system, ClipCombo, to drinktec for beverage producers who package a variety of products and require a high degree of flexibility from their machines.
ClipCombo combines several packaging solutions in one modular machine system. This is an innovation that is eagerly awaited by beverage producers, as the market is increasingly turning to optimised, fibre-based packaging solutions. The new machine solution for beverage packaging offers manufacturers the opportunity, process several fibre-based multipack styles on the same machine.
With high speeds of up to 400 packs per minute and fast changeovers, ClipCombo enables customers to choose between differentiate between brands and choose between premium or standard options.
“We know that many of our customers take their sustainability goals just as seriously as we do. We also know that markets are changing and that future-proof machine solutions are needed now more than ever. We are therefore delighted to be able to present the ClipCombo concept. ClipCombo is a ground-breaking machine philosophy that allows customers to choose from a wide range of existing and new packaging solutions, container and configuration options. Packers can combine products with one machine system and be confident that they have the options they need to develop the market. ClipCombo is the ultimate solution for optimising multipack throughput. It gives manufacturers the flexibility to process premium and standard pack styles on the same machine, and to switch between them efficiently and quickly. At a time when labour and space are in short supply, this solution reduces the need for both.”
Doug Hicks, Vice President, Packaging Machinery Division at Graphic Packaging
As a result, ClipCombo technology promises lower capital investment, because the Ability to deliver multiple pack styles with quick change eliminates the need for multiple installations. This frees up space on the factory floor and reduces the number of operators required. With the new development for machine systems Graphic Packaging its incredibly successful clip-style system and will help customers to help to eliminate plastic rings and shrink film from their entire product range.
“ClipCombo further increases the speed, scalability and flexibility of our clip-style multipack solutions. The modern market demands sustainability, flexibility and quality, which ClipCombo delivers. We believe it is the perfect machine solution - for the current and future needs of our beverage customers - and we can't wait to invite them to our stand to demonstrate the benefits.”
Doug Hicks
The company will also be showcasing its full range of packaging solutions for the beverage industry, including rings, wrapping, fully closed carry cases and basket carry cases, as well as Boardio, which is a sustainable fibre-based container for dry mixes.
Source: Graphic Packaging International
Graphic Packaging International at drinktec: Hall A4, Stand 319
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