Hamdard partners with SIG for advanced aseptic packaging solutions

 INDIA – Hamdard Laboratories India (Food Division), renowned for its health and wellness products and beverages, has partnered with SIG to utilize its cutting-edge aseptic carton packaging and filling solutions.

This collaboration addresses evolving consumer demands for affordability, appropriate sizing, long-lasting quality, and convenience.

Hamdard has chosen the SIG XSlim 24 Aseptic filling machine for its Aurangabad (Maharashtra) manufacturing plant.

This advanced machine can fill 24,000 SIG XSlimBloc carton packs per hour and offers the flexibility to fill nine different volume sizes, ranging from 80ml to 200ml, on the same filling line.

The changeover time between pack sizes is less than 15 minutes, enabling Hamdard to adapt to consumer demands quickly.

Vandana Tandan, Head of Markets India and Bangladesh at SIG, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: “Hamdard is one of the most celebrated beverage brands in India, and SIG is excited to partner with them.

“This collaboration will benefit both SIG and Hamdard as we grow our presence across India. SIG’s advanced technology will allow Hamdard to respond to changing market needs while maintaining the highest quality standards. We look forward to a long and promising partnership.”

Hamdard will use SIG’s filling technology to package new varieties of its iconic beverage brand RoohAfza, including milkshakes, lassi, juices, glucose drinks, and coconut water. These will be available in SIG XSlimBloc carton packs with a drinking straw.

Additionally, Hamdard plans to partner with other industry players to explore co-packing opportunities.

Hamid Ahmed, CEO of Hamdard Laboratories India – Food Division, highlighted the strategic benefits: “Collaborating with SIG will help us broaden our packaging options and react quickly to changing market and consumer preferences.

“The unmatched speed and flexibility of SIG’s filling solution will allow us to increase production efficiency and reduce costs.”

SIG’s state-of-the-art filling technology will support Hamdard’s efforts to reach diverse consumer groups across India and internationally, enabling the company to cater to various price points.

Moreover, SIG’s technology will help Hamdard reduce waste, save energy, and minimize production time, emphasizing the company’s commitment to sustainability.

This partnership enhances Hamdard’s packaging capabilities and positions the company to meet future market challenges and consumer expectations with innovative and sustainable solutions.

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