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The new technology has demonstrated a measurable reduction in misting, a wider water window for more stable printing, lower dampening levels, fewer make-ready sheets, and more consistent colour density during long-term production testing.

The production process is resource-efficient, enables local supply chains, and achieves a 91 percent CO₂ reduction during production and disposal compared to conventional plastics, according to the company’s Life Cycle Assessment.

The acquisition strengthens Dunapack’s geographical footprint in Germany while increasing the group’s paper integration rate, the proportion of containerboard produced that is converted into finished packaging within the same corporate family.

LED-UV curing offers several advantages over conventional mercury-vapour systems. LED lamps consume significantly less energy, last longer, and emit no ozone.

The stand-up pouch is produced using post-consumer household recyclate, diverting plastic waste back into packaging rather than relying on virgin materials.

The company bundles these solutions in its NC-free toolbox, giving converters and brand owners a clear, practical framework for adopting circular-friendly inks without compromising performance.

The design allows differentiation between the inside and outside of the cap, a critical feature for maintaining seal integrity while providing consumer-friendly ergonomics.

The updated strategy sets measurable targets across procurement, operations and product development, reinforcing the company’s sustainability-led value proposition.

Designed for production lines that demand total flexibility, the 7048 automatically seals cases in random sequence without manual intervention.

Central to Lidl’s success are packaging initiatives that prevent waste before it starts.