Constantia Flexibles Unveils Innovative Packaging Solutions: FACHPACK 2024

Constantia Flexibles, will present its latest innovations at FACHPACK 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany, from 24 to 26 September 2024, focusing on more sustainable innovations.

Digital printing: Constantia Flexibles’ industry-first aluminum prints, created specifically for die-cut dairy lids.

Constantia Flexibles is currently the only flexible packaging company able to digitally print full-surface and water-based on aluminum without compromising sealing conditions. The technology supports printing on aluminum and PET and will be extended to all substrates in due time. With a competitive speed, products can be delivered in unprecedented time from design approval to shipping. This service offers flexibility by eliminating the need for printing clichés, plates, or cylinders required in other printing techniques. Moreover, less artwork preparation reduces costs and Constantia Flexibles’ digital printing offer covers 93% of all Pantone colors, ensuring consistent printing quality every time. The digital printing service supports short-runs and reduces working capital, allowing for multiple customizations within a batch while minimizing material waste. Additionally, the water-based inks used meet food safety and sustainability standards.

Enabling more sustainable solutions

Constantia Flexibles will demonstrate its commitment to sustainability with advanced printing techniques and an array of innovative products from its Ecolutions range. Among these, is Constantia Flexibles’ Low Carbon Aluminum (Lowcarbalu) which significantly reduces the environmental impact of aluminum production. It cuts carbon emissions compared to traditional aluminum while maintaining high performance and durability. and aligning with global sustainability goals.

This year’s product highlights at FACHPACK include applications of Lowcarbalu, specifically EcoPeelCover and EcoAluTainer. Constantia Flexibles will also showcase various packaging solutions in different segments: EcoPeelCover and PPCover for lidding solutions, especially in the dairy segment; EcoPressoLid as coffee capsule lidding; EcoAluTainer for processed meat; and EcoTwistPaper, EcoLam, and EcoVer for confectionery and other segments. All of these products are designed for recycling and ensure excellent goods preservation.