Optima Packaging showcases sustainable turnkey solutions at Interpack

The German engineering specialist demonstrated its integrated machine technologies and digital services designed to enhance circular economy initiatives within the global packaging sector.

Optima Packaging presented its latest advancements in turnkey systems for the pharmaceutical, consumer, and hygiene industries during the exhibition. The company focused on the transition from plastic to paper-based packaging, showcasing equipment that managed the delicate handling required for sustainable substrates. The technical team explained how the machines utilised precise tension control and specialised forming tools to ensure barrier levels remained intact when processing recyclable mono-materials. These systems were engineered with a modular architecture, allowing for rapid changeovers between different product formats and micron-level adjustments to sealing parameters.

The highlighted technology included the Ecomation platform, which integrated primary packaging with automated end-of-line modules. This system featured servo-driven pick-and-place units that achieved high-speed throughput while maintaining a compact mechanical footprint. The machinery incorporated smart sensors for real-time monitoring of energy consumption and material waste, providing operators with data-driven insights through an intuitive human-machine interface. Furthermore, the company discussed its digital lifecycle management tools, which offered remote diagnostics and predictive maintenance to reduce unplanned downtime in high-volume production environments.

In the hygiene sector, the manufacturer exhibited high-speed lines for paper-packed sanitary products, capable of operating at speeds of 800-ppm. The engineering design focused on protecting the product during the compression and bagging stages, utilising soft-touch technology to prevent deformation.