FOCUS PACKAGING & LABELLING MACHINERY ON-DEMAND BOX-MAKING


A manufacturer of recyclable VpCI papers that protect metal parts from corrosion in transit has installed an on-demand box-making machine from Erema in order to reduce cost and waste


now we’re stuck with 15 boxes that sit on the shelf for years. A lot of times for a custom size you’re finding something that kind of fits. Now we can make it exact.”


FREE UP FLOOR AND SHELF SPACE A further benefit in terms of fit is that the flap holding the box together is now glued on the outside of the box rather than the inside, making it easier to slide rolls into the boxes without obstruction. Because the box machine can make custom sizes on demand CCP will be able to free up floor and shelf space that was previously needed for box storage. Customisability will be an important


ortec Coated Products (CCP) has taken a further step toward vertical integration, cost cutting and customisation with an on-demand box- making machine supplied by Erema. CCP manufactures Cortec’s versatile line of non-toxic, recyclable VpCI papers that protect metal parts from corrosion during storage and shipment. With its new box machine the plant is able to make its own packing boxes and expand into active production of VpCI CorrTainer boxes. Cortec is the first company to get this upgraded model of on-demand box maker which draws from six stacks of fanfold cardboard. The machine cuts, scores and glues the cardboard so it can be folded into boxes of different shapes and sizes. A touchscreen allows CCP to easily select style and dimensions and switch from one


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type of box to another for excellent flexibility. If a box accidentally rips during a 2,000-box order the operators can quickly make a replacement and return to the main run within a minute. As CCP begins to make all of its own


packing boxes the site will be able to easily match boxes to custom order sizes for better fit and reduced waste. For example, when an order is placed for custom-sized VpCI paper rolls CCP will now be able to make the exact number and size of packing boxes required.


CUSTOM SIZES “We do so many custom sizes here and there were times where we might have an order for say, 10 boxes of a certain size,” explains production manager Brad Johnson. “Our minimum order is 25 so


PALLET TOP SHEET AND GUSSETED COVERS


Kite Packaging supplies a range of centre fold pallet top covers designed to protect palletised goods, specifically from the elements in storage environments where dust or dirt can be a problem. Manufactured from high strength virgin material, they are not suitable for heat shrinking. They prove popular with customers who occasionally have to store pallets of goods outside and want to ensure they are protected from the elements. Kite’s gusseted covers are available in light duty


30mu and heavy duty 100mu. The light duty version protects against dirt and dust and mild weather.


However, the heavy duty 100mu is specifically designed for covering full pallets and offers a quick and easy method of securing pallet loads providing protection against moisture, dust and theft. These clear polythene heat shrink covers are stronger than standard pallet wrap and provide a professional looking finish. Kite supplies a range of heat shrink systems suitable for low and high volume users.


Kite Packaging T: 024 7642 0065 www.kitepackaging.co.uk


The machine cuts, scores and glues the cardboard so it can be folded into boxes of different shapes and sizes


factor in expanding availability of Cortec’s CorrTainer boxes. In the past it was difficult to provide samples of these corrosion inhibiting boxes because the minimum order required by the outside assembler was a truckload. This made it difficult to supply just one or two samples to customers interested in trying the box but not ready to make an order.


REDUCING BOX COSTS Now the potential for easily making any number or size of CorrTainer will greatly open up the opportunity for samples and custom orders of this unique corrosion inhibiting box. If all goes well with the trial, CorrTainer availability is only a few weeks away. With all these factors combined Cortec is expecting to experience progressively reduced box costs as CCP box production increases. Savings could be significant judging by the example of a major e-commerce company who recently implemented an on-demand box machine.


Cortec’s box rollout plan is to first make


all boxes at CCP and then to gradually expand box supply to all of Cortec’s North American plants. Already, CCP has successfully fulfilled two large orders of boxes for Cortec Advanced Films and is busy setting up scheduling and batching for the new system. As CCP continues to work out the best box-making implementation strategies, Cortec looks forward to offering better service to its customers thanks to the cost savings, customisability and flexibility of its on-demand box options.


Cortec T: 1-800-426-7832 www.corteccoatedproducts.com


8 AUTUMN 2017 | IRISH MANUFACTURING / IRISHMANUFACTURING


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