By participating in the 2024 edition of Pack Expo, Volpak reaffirms its commitment to the U.S. market, which continues to experience growth, especially in the pharmaceutical sector. According to Statista’s data, the pharmaceutical packaging market in North America is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.65% over the next five years, reaching a value of over $800 billion by 2029*. growth is driven by increasing demand for innovative solutions that ensure safety, and compliance with strict regulations.
In this direction, Volpak, through its Enflex brand, specialized in pharmaceutical packaging solutions, is crafting an innovative portfolio designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of this expanding market.
At the same time, the pouches produced by Volpak machines are also an optimal choice for a wide range of industries, thanks to their ability to ensure extended shelf life, ease of transportation, and easy sealing.
The company can offer increasingly sustainable packaging solutions thanks to Volpak’s in-house laboratory, the PouchLab. This lab is an innovation center where new materials and packaging solutions are developed and tested in collaboration with clients and partners. This approach allows Volpak to design machines capable of processing eco-friendly packaging materials, including mono-materials that significantly improve the sustainability of packaging processes overall. The two machines to be presented at Pack Expo Chicago, the Enflex PH-28 and Enflex F-17, are designed with a focus on performance, quality and flexibility.
Enflex PH-28: high pouch integrity for pharmaceutical industry
The machine Enflex PH-28 has several key features, including a dust extraction system and a specialized pouch opening mechanism to prevent dust contamination. (photo: Volpak)
The new Enflex PH-28 represents an advanced solution designed to meet the specific needs of the pharmaceutical sector. This machine is specially designed to excel in dosing fine pharmaceutical powders, yet it is versatile enough to handle liquids, tablets, and pellets. The PH-28 has several key features, including a dust extraction system and a specialized pouch opening mechanism to prevent dust contamination. It also offers ample space for integrating Track & Trace systems, coders, and cameras, ensuring full compatibility with advanced tracking technologies. Additionally, the Enflex PH-28 is fully compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 regulations, meeting the strict standards for electronic records and signatures in the pharmaceutical industry.
A key advantage of the PH-28 is its compatibility with recyclable mono-materials, a crucial aspect for pharmaceutical companies striving for sustainability
The machine has been optimized to ensure airtight sealing of pouches and superior quality of the final packages, minimizing the risk of contamination. Additionally, the PH28 is equipped with a hygienic auger filler that complies with GMP standards, ensuring precision and safety in packaging operations. Last but not least, the new PH-28 is built with special lights to make it easier for operators to see; it has an improved scissor system, and special sealing bars to prevent overheating.
Enflex F-17: flexibility and reliability for personal care products
The Enflex F-17 embodies the perfect blend of flexibility and reliability, specifically designed to meet the growing demands of the personal care industry. It is ideal for producing shaped pouches for liquids and creams, making it an excellent solution for the cosmetics market. The solution is specifically designed to form, fill, and seal flat pouches and is expertly engineered to produce shaped flat pouches for cosmetic and personal care applications. Additionally, the F-17 offers extra space to accommodate optional equipment, such as printers, labelers, and cameras. It is also prepared to work with 100% recyclable materials, both in the film and in various components like caps, highlighting Enflex’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
This machine works in both simplex and duplex modes, offering the capability to install two different dosing systems, making it highly adaptable to various production configurations. With a maximum production capacity of 180 pouches per minute in duplex mode, the F-17 stands out for its efficiency and production speed. Its intuitive HMI interface simplifies operation, enabling quick and easy format changes, or production check-ups even for less experienced operators. In addition, the machine supports a wide range of pouch formats, ensuring maximum versatility to meet each client’s specific needs.
Volpak SM+: a modular solution for major production requirements
The machine SM+ excels in versatility, allowing manufacturers to seamlessly switch between different pouch styles and product types. (photo: Volpak)
Volpak’s commitment to innovation drives the development of groundbreaking packaging solutions, and the new SM+ is a prime example. The SM+ is a highly versatile and scalable packaging platform designed to adapt quickly to varying production needs. It offers the flexibility to adjust the machine’s configuration based on factors such as pouch size, type of closure, and pouch style.
The SM+ excels in versatility, allowing manufacturers to seamlessly switch between different pouch styles and product types, thus catering to diverse packaging requirements. Its scalability ensures that the machine can be reconfigured on the fly to meet evolving market demands and production needs. Additionally, the SM+ supports late customization, efficiently managing small batches of various SKUs with minimal waste, even when programmed on a daily basis.
Inverted Pouch is still evolving
This innovative spirit also led Volpak to develop and improve packaging that adapts to the changing needs of the market. At Volpak, they not only design innovative machinery, but also new packaging. After launching the first inverted pouch on the market with Daisy (the STANDCAP pouch), they have continued to innovate in this category and reinvented traditional packaging for sauces, dairy, personal care and household products.
The Inverted Pouch is back, more renewed than ever: Easy to empty, clean and attractive to make your brand shine!
