AUSTRIA – Berglandmilch, an Austrian dairy company, has claimed to become the first in the country to offer SIG‘s SmileBig carton packs for its customers.
The investment seeks to allow Berglandmilch to package its products in SIG SmileBig carton packs, designed for convenience and ideal for busy consumers seeking on-the-go options.
In addition, introducing SIG SmileBig carton packs will enhance the visibility of Berglandmilch’s beverages on retail shelves, thanks to their unique curved design and easy-grip corners.
Available in five different volumes: 200, 250, 300, 330, and 350 ml, the packs are designed to accommodate various products while providing an innovative drinking experience.
The filling machine will also be able to produce up to 24,000 cartons per hour and can utilize both SIG Terra and standard paperboard materials, all of which are FSC-certified.
Meanwhile, Berglandmilch plans to leverage the versatility of the SIG SmileBig packs and filling machine to launch a diverse range of products, including milk, cream, yoghurt drinks, meal replacements, and plant-based options, alongside its popular Latella drinks.
“We’ve chosen SIG SmileBig because it’s a lifestyle pack that meets modern consumers’ needs. This new packaging provides a unique on-the-go drinking experience while aligning with our commitment to sustainable practices,” Josef Braunshofer, CEO of Berglandmilch, stated.
“Our collaboration with SIG focuses on recycling, plastic reduction, and using responsibly sourced materials.”
Viktoria Uhl-Pochman, Head of Sales for Austria & Switzerland at SIG, highlighted the comprehensive nature of the SIG SmileBig offering.
He noted that the package includes the carton and the filling machine, closure options, paper straws, and monitoring tools to enhance production efficiency.
Earlier this year, SIG also partnered with India’s Hamdard Laboratories, facilitating the installation of an SIG XSlim 24 Aseptic filling machine to meet evolving consumer demands for affordable and convenient packaging.
This move addresses the diverse and evolving consumer product packaging demands for affordability, appropriate sizing, durability, and convenience.
The collaboration will see installing an SIG XSlim 24 Aseptic filling machine at Hamdard’s Aurangabad manufacturing facility in the Indian state of Maharashtra.
The SIG filling machine reportedly boasts a capacity of 24,000 carton packs per hour and can accommodate nine different volume sizes, from 80ml to 200ml.
Its design allows for rapid size changes in under 15 minutes, allowing Hamdard to swiftly adapt to market needs.
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