Elopak, a provider of carton packaging and filling machinery, has teamed up with Kompak Netherland, a European contract packer in the home and personal care industry.
Together, they are launching environmentally friendly carton packaging solutions for items in these sectors.
This collaboration has resulted in the creation of a D-PAK showroom at Kompak’s site in Etten-Leur, the Netherlands.
This showroom will provide both current and prospective clients the chance to discover the D-PAK carton packaging solution.
Guests at the showroom can engage with the packaging process for products such as detergents and liquid soaps.
The facility includes interactive displays that showcase the adaptability and eco-friendliness of D-PAK, along with a multimedia exhibit featuring design samples and life cycle details.
To support production, two Elopak filling lines have been set up at Kompak, with a third line anticipated later this year.
This arrangement is designed to offer significant flexibility and facilitate quick market introductions for brands moving towards sustainable packaging.
Elopak’s D-PAK gable top carton is part of its ‘Repackaging tomorrow’ initiative, which aims to decrease plastic packaging in the aforementioned sectors.
The D-PAK cartons are said to reduce plastic usage by as much as 80% compared to conventional packaging methods.
Elopak Plastic to Carton vice-president Dirk Endlich said: “In a world dominated by digital touchpoints, the desire for tangible experiences is stronger than ever – even in B2B.
“With the showroom for D-PAK cartons, we want to create trust and offer an exciting new experience.”
With the new showroom and integrated filling technology, Elopak and Kompak intend to effectively assist brands in their sustainability journeys.
Kompak CEO Geert Buijsman said: “We see huge potential for the D-PAK carton. It is highly functional, sustainable and cost-effective. With D-PAK cartons, you can streamline processes, cut costs and explore new markets.”
In May this year, Elopak introduced a new paperboard solution for fresh liquids within chilled distribution systems.
