Packaging

Ravenwood underlines linerless opportunities

Friday 04. September 2015 - Linerless labeling specialist Ravenwood Packaging (stand 6C45) will be showcasing its 'complete package' of converting and labeling technology at Labelexpo Europe. The UK-based company will be demonstrating its unique and original coating and application machines to the largest label and package printing audience in Europe.

An Audio-Visual ‘expo-wall’ will roll out ‘live’ big-screen footage of Ravenwood Packaging’s Comac 500 coating machines in action running pre-printed webs. The Comac 500, running at speeds of up to 95m/min, will be taking printed master reels and making them ready for use on the company’s Nobac applicators – two of which will be featured at the show.

The Nobac 125 is an applicator which is bringing linerless labeling to the mass market; and the Nobac 500 Sleever for applying sleeves in five formats, varying from C-wrap and full wrap, to packs for chilled foods and convenience meals. The Nobac 500 handles up to 180 packs/minute.

Ravenwood Packaging has launched two new products to answer the call for more linerless labeling products to fulfil more varied functions including ‘Slideable’ labels which are made from thicker materials up to 300gsm. These are linerless labels that can be applied automatically by Nobac 500 applicators. Unlike conventional linerless labels they slide on the pack allowing the customers to view the product inside.

The ‘slideable’ labels which can be produced 500mm x 200mm are ‘sleeves’ with a difference in that they come on a roll. They offer the advantages of lightweighting and automation.

‘Skin pack’ labeling is another popular linerless concept which can also be produced by Nobac machines. The main benefit of skin pack technology is that various products can be packed in fewer trays as the product can be applied to fit to a standard tray which can simply incorporate large and smaller items. A major benefit of Ravenwood Packaging’s new ‘skin pack’ line is that they have formulated the optimum material for ‘super-protruding’ packs to include exceptionally bulky items such as roasting joints. Skinpack labeling also greatly extends shelf life.

Ravenwood Packaging will be a part of the show’s ‘Linerless Trail’ at Labelexpo. Most of Ravenwood Packaging’s approved suppliers will also attend the show and be part of the Linerless Trail including Arjo Wiggins, Innovia, Evonik, Henkel and ColourGen in order for visitors to discover how the complete linerless concept is put together.