Technology

The ARMOR WRAP HexcelWrap combines three functions, cushioning, void fill, and corrosion protection, in a single kraft paper material.

The 42% cost reduction comes from two sources: less material per pack and lower dimensional weight charges from carriers.

For India’s electronics supply chain, that packaging step is not incremental, it is the difference between raw material and finished goods.

By blending both types, CJ Biomaterials balances the competing demands of flexibility (to avoid cracking during converting) and thermal stability (to withstand hot fill and sealing temperatures).

OMET’s Cold Foil Saver technology selectively applies foil only where the design requires it, cutting consumption by more than half.

ExxonMobil’s ionomer-free structure uses widely available polyethylene grades and EVA, materials with multiple suppliers and established production capacity, reducing exposure to single-source disruptions.

The Ruby R10-DTF ink set, with its high-opacity white layer, ensures that light-coloured decals remain visible when applied to dark or metallic backgrounds.

The system supports real-time data printing during production, allowing each label or package to carry distinct information for supply chain use.

The LX-D400 launch follows Canon’s introduction of the corrPRESS iB17, an industrial inkjet system for large-scale corrugated packaging printing presented at the FEFCO Technical Seminar 2025 in Rome.

By offering mono-material metal alternatives to mixed-material packs, Sonoco’s new products reduce both regulatory exposure and material costs.