The central issue addressed when developing market-oriented packaging solutions is the close co-operation between the machine manufacturer, mold maker and the supplier of automation equipment as the only way to utilize the full potential of innovative technology. For these applications, our integrated production solutions based on the high-speed EL-EXIS S have proved to be particularly successful. It provides our customers with a competitive edge in the increasingly aggressive packaging market.

Teamwork breeds success
The Dutch company Teamplast sees itself as a development partner for specialised packaging and its offering covers the total process chain from design and development through to mould-making, production and assembly. With the EL-EXIS S and System models, machines from Demag Plastics Group feature prominently in the company's injection moulding operation. ...more

Cosmetics from an unmanned shift
The Swiss company Cosmetique SA Worben has been recording a double-digit growth in sales for a considerable period of time. The company produces cosmetics products for well-known brands, which have since become household names for millions of families. The leading European producer of make-up removal products has recently invested in three Demag machines for injection moulding cases, lids and closures. ... more

From gimmick to trendsetter
In 2000, a large diary company launched a new publicity gimmick, a 1-litre yoghurt bucket with handle, to promote its products. The new container turned out to be a mega-seller and became a candidate for long-term production by packaging specialist Jokey. Today, the majority of buckets are produced on an EL-EXIS S injection moulding machine. ... more

MaXX machines for Maxi-Containers
Bito Lagertechnik GmbH of Meisenheim, manufacturer of shelves and racks, storage and transport containers, was presented with a much-coveted award: the company`s reusable transport container made from polypropylene was selected as "Product of the Year 2004" by the German trade association for plastics and consumer goods, which is part of the national association of plastics processors (GKV). For the manufacture of this successful product, Bito relies on Demag Plastics Group`s MaXX 2000 machine, which is specially adapted to cater to Bito`s particular needs. ...more

The EL-EXIS S for pails made from recycled material
"We use what other people throw away." This is how Ralf Spohn, Technical Manager of Joh. Panick GmbH & Co. KG of Ahlen describes the raw materials he uses for his injection moulding business. The manufacturer of "black goods" – including pails, buckets as well as water troughs and flower pots made from polyolefin scrap is improving the efficiency and economy of its production with new high-speed injection-moulding machines from Demag Plastics Group. ...more