Fuji Seal showcases recyclable sleeves and Pago lines at Interpack

Fuji Seal introduces its HS Shrink Tunnel and a range of monomaterial sleeve solutions designed to improve recyclability and reduce utility consumption during the Interpack trade fair in Dusseldorf.

Fuji Seal focuses its presence at Interpack on the reduction of water and energy consumption. The Japanese manufacturer highlights developments in sleeves, pressure-sensitive labels, and labelling equipment across the food, beverage, personal care, and pharmaceutical sectors. Marie-Claire Savy, general manager Europe at Fuji Seal, says the company intends to demonstrate its commitment to supporting customers in their quest for circularity through developments that facilitate recycling and lower the environmental footprint of packaging lines.

Recyclable sleeve developments
The group presents washable sleeves designed to separate from PET bottles during the recycling process. Additionally, the company showcases RecyPlus sleeves, which incorporate up to 30% recycled content derived from mechanical recycling. 

The manufacturer also presents various integrated design approaches, including perforated sleeves for easy removal, light barriers, and low-density materials. In the tube segment, Fuji Seal displays pouches with spouts made of the same material and the PET-tube, a monomaterial structure that is compatible with the PET recycling stream. According to Fuji Seal, this structure can reduce carbon emissions by up to 40% compared to virgin plastic alternatives.

Efficiency in shrink technology
The HS Shrink Tunnel is a key highlight of the stand. Unlike conventional steam tunnels, this unit reduces energy consumption by more than 20%, water usage by 85%, and carbon emissions by 60%. 

Fuji Seal also demonstrates a high-speed sleeve applicator capable of processing up to 600 bottles per minute. The system features a compact footprint and is designed to minimise utility consumption.

Pago labelling systems
The exhibition includes demonstrations of the Pago 600 and Pago L400 labelling systems. The Pago 600 is a rotary system for self-adhesive labels suitable for various container formats with speeds reaching 600 products per minute.

The Pago L400 is an entry-level linear system for front and back labelling of complex container shapes. Both systems can be integrated with coding and vision control systems to ensure label placement accuracy and traceability across the production line.

The core technology on display centres on the HS Shrink Tunnel, which achieves a 20% reduction in energy and an 85% reduction in water compared to standard steam tunnels. The company also highlights its sleeve output capabilities of 600 bottles per minute alongside a material focus on washable PET sleeves and films containing 30% recycled content.