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NEWS INDEX


 

RPC GroupRISING COSTS DRIVE RPC PRICE INCREASE

The RPC Group has announced that it is to implement price increases across its business of up to 15% on full selling prices with immediate effect.

The company says the increases are the result of the unprecedented and continuing rises in input costs including polymer, electricity and transportation.

“The entire packaging industry is under acute pressure and we are not exempt from this,” said RPC Chief Executive Ron Marsh. “We have to implement these rises to maintain the viability of the Group and deliver a performance that is acceptable to our shareholders.”

As examples, RPC says that the charge for a year’s electricity supply contract in the UK has risen by 50% since October 2005, while the fuel price escalator in its transport contracts has resulted in a 16% hike in the price per mile since the beginning of 2008. The company also cites the cost of financing the hugely higher stock values that are created by raw material increases.

“We are operating on margins which simply cannot sustain these sort of increases and we therefore have to pass them on to our customers,” said Mr Marsh.

He added that transport charges account for 6% of RPC’s UK sales revenue and although the company had already committed over £1.5m in the last year to electricity saving measures, any savings achieved had been completely swamped by the magnitude of electricity cost increases.

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Benco Pack delivers new ffs machine to East Europe for aseptic baby food.

 

Benco PackBenco Pack, now form—fill-seal business unit of Sacmi Imola closures & containers division has just delivered a new ffs machine with ISA (Integrated Sleeve Applicator i.e. the machine-integrated sleeve label applicator) to one of the biggest customer in East Europe for aseptic baby food.


Thanks to the synergies and cooperation with his sister company Sacmi Labelling, without any doubts one of the most important worldwide players in labelling machines market, this device has reached an excellent level of reliability and confirms being the real innovation in the sector due to the great advantages it offers in terms of package appeal and material cost saving compared with the traditionally paper-labelled thermoformed cups or with pre-made cups.


From the beginning the idea was welcomed with great interest, immediately creating a buzz inside the world of horizontal thermoforming machines. So much so, that other rival businesses tried to follow this direction. However, thanks to the technological advantages acquired during the numerous laboratory tests and modifications, performed thanks to the continuous support of Sacmi Labelling team, what seemed to be just a dream was transformed into reality. Finally, Benco Pack can give shape to its clients most audacious packaging dreams in terms of attractiveness of the containers.


ISA’s strong point is in terms of container shape, as it adapts to labelling a wide range of formats. An unreachable objective, until today, with the technologies available on the market (see paper “in-mould” label).


With ISA, it is now possible to label thermoformed containers directly on the line with production that varies from 12 to 48,000 containers/hour.


In a unique structure, the filled and sealed container is individually treated by a jet of steam, with variable duration, but always less than 0.8 seconds, rapidly realising the immediate shrinkage of the “sleeve” label onto the container.


The steam necessary to complete the process is directly proportional to the production speed and up to 10 times lower than the traditional heat-shrinkage tunnels as pre-heating is not required and steam is not pointlessly consumed when the machine is in standby.


Benco Pack has always tried to distinguish itself from its French and German rivals for the high level of ergonomics of the thermoforming machine, especially in terms of flexibility and ease of use by individual operators. This easy-to-use research is also confirmed in the machines equipped with ISA.
Until now, the container format change and the consequent label change has always been considered a limit for FFS machines, but now finally with ISA, a system based on its own dedicated shrinkage cylinder, it is possible to change all device systems together with the forming mould in less than 30 minutes. In this way, once the plastic reels have been changed, new production can be started immediately.
 

As far as material is concerned, ISA uses “sleeve” labels made up for any type of material: OPS, PET and even the less noble PVC. It therefore offers greater savings also thanks to the possibility to choose freely among the different suppliers of materials available on the international and local markets. It can also depend on the complete availability of Benco Pack technical staff to test the different material during inspection at the establishment in Piacenza.

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HefestusAll-in-One Packaging Solutions for Ready-Meals

Hefestus, Israel, developed advanced ready-meal conveyor, named Hera, that enables maximum flexibility in creating an unlimited range of full ready-meals in various tray shapes.


Consumers are looking for new and exciting ready-meals every time they go to the supermarket, but many ready-meals manufacturers face difficulties in altering packaging and sealing of different products and trays, which leads to time waste and high costs. Hefestus’s versatile machine provides advanced solutions for a wide range of ready-meals. It enables the manufacturer to fill and pack any ready-meal composition such as vegetarian, Italian or French courses. Hera’s competitive edge lies in its quick set-up time between different products and different trays as well as diverse capabilities of filling and packing. It also saves set-up time significantly while switching between products or trays.

“Manufacturers want an easy-to-use machine with infinite ready-meal possibilities; we fulfill their request by developing a high-value conveyor that addresses the needs of the manufacturers for versatility in creating a varied range of products,” explains Oded Shtemer, CEO of Hefestus. “With Hera, you can control important parameters such as numerous filler and stop stations to make a wide range of ready-meals. Manufacturers can create and change their product composition easily and thus respond to quick changes in the marketplace.”

Hera is ideal for sealing two trays at a time, therefore doubling the manufacturer's production rate. It is compactly designed to optimize production floor space, while allocating comfortable work stations for line operators. It is also easy to clean and can increase the production rate significantly while saving production costs.

Manufacturers are developing ‘homemade’ style food and healthy ready-meals using fresh and local ingredients. The demand for freshness together with trends in healthy ready-meals increases the need for longer shelf-life. Hefestus’s patented method of sealing trays with modified atmosphere (MAP technology) SLB™ extends shelf-life without using synthetic preservatives or freezing.

Hefestus is a developer and manufacturer of top sealing packaging machines. Hefestus specializes in supplying unique and complete packaging solutions for the food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. It provides a wide variety of standard and custom-made machines, from manual to fully automatic lines, to meet the complex packaging requirements of processors and consumers alike.

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Crown ConveyorsCrown Conveyors dispel common myths regarding conveyors


Contrary to popular belief not everyone in the industry understands conveyors let alone the terminology.

So to dispel common myths regarding conveyors and to give a better understanding of conveyors Crown Conveyors have put together four news letters covering aspects of conveyors in layman's terms.

This month - August - we are looking at Medium size conveyor systems

May 2008

Conveyors for small to medium product load

June 2008

Conveyors for large (bulk) product loads

July 2008

Conveyor Systems - Medium

August 2008

Conveyor Systems - Large

All of these conveyors are available from Crown Conveyors.


These will arrive in your inbox once a month, however if you miss one go to www.pack-plus.co.uk and you can retrieve it from there or e-mail tarahawker@crownconveyors.com with your e-mail address and which newsletter you require and it will be sent to you.

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Domino Ensures Quality Traceability from Cow to Retailer’s Shelf

DominoFriesland Foods, one of the largest dairy companies in the world, has made considerable improvements to the quality and reliability of its track and trace process through the installation of Domino technology. Seamlessly integrated into Friesland Food’s drink packaging production line, Domino’s A-Series continuous ink jet printers and C-Series outer case coders ensure secure product tracking from the farm through to the retailer’s shelf. In addition, the versatility of the Domino technology has enabled Friesland Foods to introduce creative marketing promotions at no extra cost.

Friesland Foods ProductsIn the search for a new, reliable and cost-effective coding solution, Friesland Foods purchased ten Domino A400 and eight A200 printers, having been impressed by Domino’s proven ability and experience in the installation of a number of similar applications. According to Production Manager Ludger Ketz, “discussions with reference customers at different affiliate companies of the Friesland Foods Group, all of which responded with positive feedback, were what convinced us that Domino would prove a reliable partner.”

As well as offering a fast, high quality printing solution for best before dates and batch or line numbers, the flexibility of the Domino A-Series proved an added bonus for Friesland Foods in marking the 75th anniversary of its popular Dutch Chocomel brand. When the company’s marketing team conceived a creative idea for running a lucky number lottery, they were able to execute the promotion using Domino systems already on site at the company’s subsidiary in Kalkar, Germany, without incurring any additional costs.

Domino ControllerA sophisticated Windows-based Domino Editor GT controller, capable of processing high quantities of variable codes, managed an A200 to print unique numbers directly on to the Chocomel cartons, providing a cost effective solution. Consumers were asked to send the lottery number to a dedicated number via text message and were immediately notified if they had won a prize.

Providing further proof of its flexibility the A-Series, the world’s best selling continuous ink jet printer, has also been installed for Friesland Foods as a customised dual head system to meet market requirements for more than four lines of print.

Friesland Foods also chose Domino to supply a solution for printing variable data including line number, production date and sell-by date on outer cases. The decision to equip seven production lines with Domino C100 high resolution large character printers was influenced further by the sealed ink container which is ideal for use in hygienic environments, which are so vital for the dairy industry. The high resolution and clear print quality provided by the C100 ensures optimal legibility and guarantees a secure track and trace solution.

As an alternative to purchasing the systems, Friesland Foods has taken advantage of Domino’s ‘Relax’ package, a pay-per-code solution with a contract period of five years, which has proved economically beneficial to Friesland Foods. Within this package, Domino not only takes care of the printer installation, it also organises and carries out maintenance work, and handles requirements planning for consumable materials for the customer. This, in turn, speeds up processes, cuts storage capacity requirements and allows the customer the option to exchange, expand or upgrade the existing systems. Mr.Ketz says that this option was particularly appealing as “it guaranteed costs while maximising availability of printers throughout the contract period. On top of that, we always have access to state-of-the-art coding equipment.”

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Meech China Shows A Host of Static Solutions at Packaging 2008. Beijing

Meech International will be showing its new Model 992v3 Static Generator amongst a host of static control solutions on stand W2 - 4409 at Packaging 2008, Bejing. As well as showcasing new products, Meech will demonstrate how its products can help improve efficiency and ultimately profitability for companies within the packaging industry. Meech is also looking to expand its operations in North China and is happy to talk to any prospective distributors for its comprehensive range of static control solutions.


Model 992v3 Static GeneratorThe new Model 992v3 Static Generator can be operated to generate a controlled level of static charge that will create a temporary bond between materials. This allows the performance of the Model 992v3 to be optimised for a variety of applications and a diverse range of materials, resulting in maximum pinning effect without the risk of overload. For large-scale applications, multiple generator bars can be connected and an internal switch mode power supply accommodates different input voltages and frequencies.

Two of Meech's best-selling, core products for the packaging and plastics processing industries will also be on show - the 915 AC system and the 976 Pulsed DC system. The Model 915 has been designed to provide powerful and intense ion production. It has very fast decay times which means it is even more effective at faster web speeds. It can be fitted at distances up to 150mm and with its slim profile, it offers both flexibility and versatility in positioning. It has also been designed with an easy wipe casing to give sustained performance and reduced downtime, as well as ease of maintenance.

The Meech Model 976 is a versatile, shockless Pulsed DC ionising bar. Displaying all the features of ease of use and maintenance of other Meech products, the Model 976 provides highly effective long-range ionisation up to distances of 1000mm. Both these well-established products are installed in plants throughout the world to help solve static problems in applications such as vertical form fill and sealing, bottle labelling and, more recently, RFID and security tag processing.

Members of the Meech International team will be present to answer any questions that visitors might have on the subject of static control.

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NATUREFLEX™ Part of Packaging First Down Under

The certififed compostable Gingerbread Folk pack uses NatureFlex™ from Innovia Films and carries the ‘seedling’ logo.Innovia Films’ biodegradable, compostable and flexible packaging material, NatureFlex™ is an integral part of a packaging first for an Australian gingerbread biscuit producer.


Based in the Blue Mountains in New South Wales, Gingerbread Folk is the brainchild of former architect, turned biscuit-maker, Karen Sharman and her husband, Dominic Mason. Two years ago they decided to make their gingerbread business as sustainable as possible from the sourcing of the ingredients through to the packaging.

The NatureFlex™ pack used for the Gingerbread Folk range of biscuits is the first of its kind in Australia to be certified compostable and carries the ‘seedling’ logo to confirm this. To be certified the material must undergo a stringent test regime, carried out by independent accredited laboratories only, in order to confirm that their inclusion will have no negative effect on soil or compost quality.

NatureFlex™ was an obvious solution for the packaging as the film begins life as a natural product – wood and breaks down in a home compost bin (or industrial compost environment) within a matter of weeks – yet also offers advantages for packing and converting such as inherent deadfold and anti-static properties, high gloss and transparency, resistance to grease and oil, good barrier to gases and aromas and a wide heat-seal range.

Outlining why Gingerbread Folk opted for NatureFlex™, Karen said, "We were looking for environmentally sound packaging to compliment our all natural gingerbread and ethical business philosophy. We tried many films but loved the look and feel of NatureFlex™ and found the material's properties the most suitable for our purposes. The key factor was home-compostability because we wanted to show the Australian public that it was OK to put these bags in their own home compost bins."

All NatureFlex™ films are cellulose based, derived from renewable wood pulp and are certified to meet both the European EN13432 and American ASTM D6400 standards for compostable packaging. The wood-pulp is sourced from managed plantations from referenced suppliers operating Good Forestry principals (FSC or equivalent). NatureFlex™ films typically have a renewable biobased content of some 95% by weight of material.

Packsys, an Australian based company, is the converter of the NatureFlex™ film in this application and achieved the certified compostable status for the Gingerbread Folk pack. Clive Jacobs of Packsys said, “Being one of the first Australasian companies to achieve the DinCertco certification shows our commitment to compostable packaging. As a plastic packaging converter we have an obligation and responsibility to promote and advise our customers of the compostable and sustainable substrates available. NatureFlex™ out of all the available materials suits itself extremely well to automated production like flow-wrapping or bag making. The material requires very little machine adjustment and can run in harmony with conventional materials through the same machine. NatureFlex™ is also a very easy material to print and convert. Speeds are not reduced so conversion costs remain on par with other substrates.”

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TNA Displays ROFLO® 3 and ROBAG® 3 with “KANGA JAW ”at PPMA SHOW 2008

tnatna, supplier of turn-key, integrated packaging and processing solutions for food production companies worldwide, will display several new technologies at the PPMA Show, 30 Sept – 2 Oct, at NEC in Birmingham, UK, Stand E71 which include: the new robag® 3 vertical form, fill and seal (VFFS) bagger integrated with “kanga jaw” technology and a tna Delta 514 scale, the new roflo® 3 with “switcheroo” technology, and a robag® 3 fx 180 rotary triple jaw VFFS bagger, integrated with a tna Delta 314 scale.


The new generation robag® 3 combines high speeds with even faster batch changeover abilities and a broader choice of bag formats. tna’s robag® 3 with new “kanga jaw” technology to create high quality gusset bags, allows producers the flexibility of creating new bag formats on any robag® 3 machine without investing in new bagging machinery.

The roflo® 3 is the world’s first totally reversible, gateless transfer and distribution system. A production system that would normally require a series of dedicated lines with multiple products can now be serviced by one roflo® 3 system. Using servo-driven, linear motion and modular components, the roflo® 3’s conveying speed and direction are controlled electronically on a touch key pad. Coined “switcheroo” technology, roflo® 3’s bi-directional feed allows its stainless steel pans to be tilted or raised up and down to accommodate one or several lines and various configurations. See video: http://dca-dcpr.com/video/tna/roflo.html

tna’s robag® 3 fx 180 rotary triple jaw VFFS bagger is designed to offer maximum speeds and is ideal for high density snacks and confectionery products – reaching speeds up to 300BPM. robag® 3 fx, 180 RTJ has four servo drive motors to provide more flexibility of control and more control of operation. tna has maximized the performance of this system by fine tuning the product transfer to the bag maker. Specifically shaped chutes are used to compactly concentrate the product to ensure less string out and increase speeds. Its ability to package even the most fragile of products at high speeds is unbeatable. Integrated with tna’s Delta 314 scale for complete accuracy and precision, bags come off the line true to size.

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PACK EXPOPACK EXPO International Goes Green

Upcoming Event to Address Sustainability from Multiple Angles

With approximately half of U.S. consumers considering at least one sustainability factor in selecting packaged goods items or stores to shop (Source: Information Resources, Inc.), sustainability has gone from just being a buzzword in the packaging industry to an essential part of today’s corporate strategy.

Professionals needing guidance on how to apply sustainable packaging initiatives to their businesses need to look no further than PACK EXPO International 2008, Nov. 9–13 at Chicago’s McCormick Place.

Show attendees will find an array of sustainability-oriented innovations among the show’s 2,000+ exhibitors. The featured technologies, ranging from bioplastics, polylactic acid (PLA) films and other sustainable packaging materials to energy-efficient machinery and lean production solutions, will address several key issues including source reduction, minimization of greenhouse gas emissions and waste and rising levels of recycling and recycled content.

Introducing PACK EXPO Green

To help attendees easily identify exhibitors highlighting sustainable solutions, PMMI is introducing PACK EXPO Green. Special icons will be used to flag listings on www.packexpo.com  in the compact Pocket Guide Directory available on site at PACK EXPO and in participating exhibitors’ booths.

For attendees using My PACK EXPO™ to pre-plan their trip, a new search function will reveal exhibiting companies that offer sustainable and/or environmentally-friendly technologies. Special booth signage will make it simple finding the exhibitors on site.

Think Green

The sustainability theme will also carry over to the Conference at PACK EXPO (Nov. 10–12). A sustainability track will be featured as part of each day’s program schedule, exposing attendees to various dimensions of sustainability including conservation, lightweighting, plant operations and insight from the brand owner perspective.

Each of the conference’s keynote sessions will also address sustainability — beginning with a special address by Amy Zettlemoyer-Lazar, Packaging Director of Sam’s Club and Co-Manager of the Wal-Mart Sustainability Value Network:

  • Sunday, Nov. 9, 1:00 pm: In a standalone session, “Keeping Score: How Wal-Mart and its Suppliers Continue to Advance Packaging Change, Innovation and Sustainability,” Zettlemoyer-Lazar will provide an update on the progress of the Wal-Mart sustainability scorecard and the next steps in its evolution. Additionally, Wal-Mart will staff a Wal-Mart Sustainability Scorecard Information Center during the run of the show.

  • Monday, November 10, 10:10 am: Betsy Cohen, vice president of sustainability at Nestlé, will present “More Safety vs. Less Material? Where Does Packaging Go?,” addressing the challenges, conflicts and competing values packaging professionals must balance every day.

  • Tuesday, Nov. 11, 10:10 am: Trevor Cusworth, director, Deloitte Consulting LLP, will deliver Tuesday’s keynote speech. His presentation on “Sustainability in Manufacturing: From Boardroom to Break Room” will use real-life case studies to highlight and demonstrate sustainable operations practices and will identify immediate actions that can improve the sustainability of manufacturing operations as well as longer-term actions such as designing and installing new lines and equipment.

  • Wednesday, Nov. 12, 10:10 am: Glenn A. Wright, commercial vice president, North American Basic Plastics at The Dow Chemical Company, will lead the conference’s final keynote session. Wright’s speech, “Packaging is Part of the Solution, Not the Problem,” will explore the positive environmental, social and economic impacts of packaging and highlight real benefits that often go unnoticed. Consumer and industry data featured in this session will prove how packaging contributes to sustainability and that, when accompanied by education and industry collaboration, will not only benefit the environment, but strengthen brand promise as well.


“We’re very pleased to offer PACK EXPO International attendees opportunities to discover how they can improve their operations to achieve sustainability goals,” says Charles D. Yuska, president and CEO of PMMI. “PMMI is committed to adding value to its events by focusing on issues that are at the forefront of our industry. Sustainability is top of mind with packaging professionals around the globe, and we felt it was essential to make the topic an integral part of PACK EXPO International 2008.”

Attendees can register for keynote sessions along with other conference sessions at www.packexpo.com

PMMI: Green is Good

To complement all of the sustainable solutions being discussed on the show floor and in conference sessions, PMMI is taking steps towards making PACK EXPO one of the greenest trade shows in the industry. Among the many activities aimed at reducing energy and waste:

  • Free METRA commuter rail passes for attendees and exhibitors

  • Replacing detailed printed show directories with the more compact Pocket Guide Directory

  • Providing collection bins for paper waste

  • Recycling badge holders

  • Using “Green Seal” approved cleaning products and restroom supplies made from 100 percent post

  • consumer waste.

  • Recycled pallet program

  • Power-down policy for non-show hours

“As the organizer of one of the world’s largest trade shows, we feel it’s important to take a proactive role when it comes to protecting the environment,” says Yuska. “By working with our exhibitors, we’ll be able to offer a range of voluntary programs that both exhibitors and attendees can participate in — and feel good about.”

PACK EXPO International 2008 registration is available online at www.packexpo.com, where attendees can also register for the entire Conference at PACK EXPO program. Show registration is $30 and conference sessions are $55 each through Oct. 21, 2008. After Oct. 21 (including on site) PACK EXPO registration increases to $60 and conference sessions to $75 each. Registration for the exhibits at PACK EXPO International 2008 is required in order to register for conference program sessions.

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Gripper ChainGet a Grip

The UK launch of Tsubaki’s new ‘Gripper’ chain solution for thermoforming packaging machines, will be at PPMA show on 30th September 2008.


Tsubaki will formally launch a new range of ‘gripper’ chains for thermoforming in various sectors including food, electrical and medical packaging at the 2008 PPMA show. Whereas conventional gripping attachments often open vertically, Tsubaki’s range opens to the side as well which provides a larger opening preventing jams and making loading easier. This innovative solution is available with many variations of transmission chain, including Tsubaki’s unique Lambda lube-free chain. Offering extended chain life and minimal maintenance Tsubaki’s gripper chain offers a fresh, new option for thermoforming.

Tsubaki, a world leading manufacturer of drive & attachment chains, has developed the new advanced design of gripper chain to provide an ideal solution for form, fill and vacuum sealing wrapping applications. Other attachment designs have inherent problems such as being prone to breakages or not gripping the film correctly. Tsubaki has produced an attachment that has superior wear characteristics and ‘cams’ open creating a far wider aperture which prevents jamming and unsuccessful loading.

The Tsubaki design incorporates a coil spring with a square section profile; the gripper surface area and spring are larger and so less prone to breakage. The reason other attachment types do not always grip the film properly is that in the case where the gripping attachment will only open and close vertically, it creates a narrow opening. Tsubaki’s ‘gripper’ mechanism opens vertically then sideways improving the engagement of the film and reducing possible jamming.

Gripper ChainThere are a range of available options to ensure that almost any customer needs can be met. Tsubaki holds the two most common chain sizes in stock although almost any size is available through the made-to-order option. The chains are produced with a hard wearing protective nickel plated finish as standard, suitable for general use in temperatures ranging from -10°C to 150°C.

Other options are available which include stainless steel chains for applications that will be subjected to aggressive wash downs or where acidic products are in use. Tsubaki can also supply the ‘gripper’ attachment within a Lambda chain. This is a self-lubricating chain which reduces maintenance needs; i.e. it does not require any lubrication, and is ideal where the risk of product contamination or marking by external lubricant is an issue.

The chains can be used in a range of applications from food packaging to the packaging of medical supplies. Tsubaki believes it is important to recognise each client’s individual requirements and to fully understand their needs in order to provide an ideal solution, offering different chain types and lubrication options, including USDA H1 approved food grade lubrication. Within these industries, Tsubaki hopes to quickly establish the advantages offered by this improved design and product specification.

Visit Tsubaki during the show at stand E61.
 

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Christine Dhiersat & Bernard LambertFood hoses that lighten the load

Innovative rubber hoses crop up everywhere in the food industry. Whether used for transferring milk from farm to factory, for washing down food production areas or for filling barrels with wine, food-use hoses play a key role in the production of virtually everything we eat or drink.


“Food transfer hoses are specific to their uses,” explains Bernard Lambert, Manager of the Performance Hoses Product Group section of Trelleborg Industrial Hose, in Clermont-Ferrand, France. “There are distinctions between hoses for fat-free or low fat products, such as milk, and hoses for products containing fat, which range from olive oil and other cooking oils to cream and require a different kind of rubber,” he explains.
 

Ever keen to respond to the needs of the market, Trelleborg is constantly developing its hoses and 2006 saw the launch of Lactadial as an improvement to the Citerdial range for milk collection. Milk trucks can make as many as 50 milk stops per day, which is not a problem when they are equipped with automatic rollers to extend and recoil the hoses. However, many drivers are obliged to manipulate the hoses themselves, which can make for backbreaking work.
 

“Lactadial uses new polyesters inside the hose instead of the heavy metal reinforcements used in Citerdial,” explains Christine Dhiersat, Product Manager for performance hoses. “This not only makes it 20 percent lighter, but offers much better resistance to fatigue,” she adds.
 

“Once people try Lactadial, they have a lot of trouble going back to the old hose,” adds Lambert. “It costs a little bit more, but feedback from our customers shows it clearly justifies spending the extra money,” he continues.
 

Launched in early 2007, the most recent hose developed by Trelleborg is called Vinitrel, which looks set to take the wine industry by storm. “Wineries are often narrow with many corners, and we are in direct competition here with PVC hoses, which are lighter and slide easily across the floor,” says Dhiersat.
 

“Vinitrel is not lighter, but has a special polymer coating enabling it to slide effortlessly across the floor,” says Lambert. The hose has been so successful that sales outstripped forecast threefold in 2007. And with wines like Château Mouton-Rothschild, Château Margaux and Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape already seeing the inside of a Vinitrel hose, Trelleborg is proud to be part of the wine industry.

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