Smurfit Kappa’s latest Hexacomb investment enhances sustainable packaging

Packaging Solutions

In a stride towards fulfilling its 'Better Planet Packaging' commitment, Smurfit Kappa has unveiled an investment in machinery for its UK Hexacomb offering..

The machinery is dedicated to enhancing Hexacomb packaging with the versatility to cut and score material up to 45 mm in thickness, producing a variety of sustainable solutions that can be customised across a diverse range of sectors and applications. This equipment promises customers efficiency and an exemplary carbon footprint, outshining conventional foam and polystyrene alternatives.

Global collaboration between Smurfit Kappa Holland and Smurfit Kappa UK heralds a new era of sustainability. They are set to introduce an innovative, eco friendly protective product to the UK market.

The company has always prioritised sustainable solutions, and its Hexacomb packaging and new machinery are a testament to that commitment.

Hexacomb packaging, made from 100% recyclable and renewable materials, offers customers a host of advantages. Customers can enjoy reduced shipping costs, a smaller carbon footprint, and the confidence that comes from knowing their products are well protected during transportation, thanks to the material’s high strength to weight ratio and exceptional shock absorption properties.

Furthermore, Hexacomb is designed with customer convenience in mind. Its ease of handling makes packing and loading quicker and more efficient, saving precious labour time and associated costs. Additionally, it eliminates the need for export certification, simplifying the shipping process for customers. As a sustainable alternative to expanded polystyrene (EPS), Hexacomb ensures a reliable and eco friendly packaging solution that won't crumble, shed, or harm the environment.

Previously, only larger runs of Hexacomb packaging were possible from the Netherlands, limiting the UK offering. This investment enables shorter run orders in the UK.

With a spacious 2270 x 3200 mm cutting area, split bed for dual 1600 x 2270 mm zones, and a v score tool for corner join integrity, this advanced flexibility facilitates accurate cutting at unprecedented speeds and high production efficiency, eliminating the need for costly cutting tools. It also offers capacity to accommodate manageable quantities for customers, and a commitment to innovation ensures the continued development of new tools and methods of production that will pave the way to an even more sustainable future.