UK based independent plastic food packaging maker PFF Packaging Group has launched a new innovation centre aimed at accelerating the design and production of bespoke food packaging solutions.

Located on the Stephenson Industrial Estate in Washington, Tyne & Wear, the new £1m innovation centre will allow the company to offer a complete packaging design-to-prototype solution on the same day.

Traditionally, the average time taken to deliver concept designs and packaging prototypes is six weeks, the company said.

Featuring subtractive rapid prototype CNC milling machine, the centre also comprises the Solidworks 3D CAD software to allow users to delivers powerful design functionality to speed up the design process.

PFF Packaging managing director Andy Bairstow said: "The Innovation Centre is a cutting-edge, creative hub for packaging innovation and sustainability, and it is turning what is traditionally a long and sometimes complex process completely on its head.

"As well as freeing up precious time for individuals who may have previously been involved in long creative processes, this fast response service will also help manufacturers get their products into store much more quickly than ever before.

"The Centre is a realization of our vision and a significant game-changer for PFF and our customers."

Additional features of the centre include the PowerMILL specialist machining software for the production of complex packaging shapes and formats more typically found in the aerospace, automotive, medical device and toolmaking industries.

Earlier this year, PFF Packaging has acquired North East-based Intelligent Packaging Solutions (IPS), boosting its capabilities and product offering.

IPS is a manufacturer of the Desto cup, a combination of lightweight plastic inlet and cardboard wraparound sleeve. The Desto cup offers the advantages of both plastic and paper formats with a significant reduction of plastic content.

 

Source : packaging-business-review.com

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