Mugler Masterpack GmbH, a folding carton manufacturer located in Hohenstein-Ernstthal, near Chemnitz, Germany, is embracing automation and simplification to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness. Ulli Mugler, Managing Partner of Mugler Masterpack GmbH, emphasizes the necessity of automation for increased production efficiency and competitiveness. He states, “We have to automate everything we possibly can, and simplify our processes as much as possible with intelligent solutions. It’s the only way we can produce more on existing equipment at lower operating costs, while continuing to offer competitive prices on the market.”
Mugler expresses his commitment to this strategy over the coming years, highlighting the significance of the Side Seam Gluing Solution from Baumer hhs for straight-line boxes. He states, “The Side Seam Gluing Solution from Baumer hhs for straight-line boxes is the perfect answer in this context.”
The Side Seam Gluing Solution introduces a non-contact gluing system, replacing traditional glue disks. This innovation offers several advantages to packaging producers, including significant process improvements. The system operates with a high-performance PX 1000 head from Baumer hhs, applying adhesive to glue flaps from below, eliminating the need for cleaning glue pots after every shift and minimizing adhesive consumption.
Moreover, the PX 1000 application head ensures precise and clean glue joints, offering flexibility in the gluing process and reducing adhesive consumption by up to 50%. The system’s easy operation and rapid job changeover capabilities enhance efficiency, addressing the challenge of skilled labor shortage in folding carton manufacturing.
The retrofit of the Side Seam Gluing Solution at Mugler Masterpack’s facility demonstrates its ease of implementation and immediate operational benefits. Mugler confirms the system’s seamless integration and uninterrupted operation since installation.
Furthermore, Mugler Masterpack recognizes the long-term benefits of investing in innovative gluing equipment, anticipating increased machine availability, and substantial savings on adhesive costs. The company’s commitment to embracing advanced technologies aligns with its vision for future growth and competitiveness in the industry.
In conclusion, Mugler Masterpack’s adoption of the Side Seam Gluing Solution reflects its dedication to enhancing production efficiency and meeting market demands through innovation and automation.