Extrusion International USA 4-2019

25 Extrusion International 4/2019 Capacity for UN-Rated Tight Head Containers expanded Priority Plastics has invested over five million dollars in equipment, molds, training and technology for a new high speed tight head machine in its Portland, Indiana facility. The new machine, internally called “The CYCLONE” supports the rapid growth that Priority has experienced in the UN-rated tight head pail market. In addition to high speed quality, the new technology includes automated processing, multi-layer manufacturing capabilities and high tech mild design al- lowing strength improvement in bottle manufacturing. The mold design supports light weighting and other eco-friendly product improvements as part of Priority Plastics commit- ment to develop sustainable plastic containers. PriorityPour tight head containers are built for the responsi- bility they carry and now offer more capacity in less time. The high speed, four cavity shuttle technology gives the opportu- nity to offset freight and be even more cost competitive. The offering includes: PriorityPour Standard, Eco and Light Weight; White & nat- ural/stock; 5-gal and 20L; Rectangle; Integrated handle; 61 mm 6 TPI, 70 mm 6 TPI (TE) & 8 TPI; No vent, 22 mm open and closed; Most containers are UN/DOT-approved for Y and Z regulations without the use of an outer pack carton. The PriorityPour Eco and Light Weight containers deliver a multi-layer, sustainable product with the same integrity and durability as standard containers. Multi-layer technology uses closed-loop or post-consumer regrind while the light weight option is 1,000 grams using up to 20% less virgin plastic resin. These sustainable options help Priority Plastics achieve their continuous-improvement goal to reduce the overall environmental impact. In addition, Priority Plastics has fully equipped, and audited in-house testing facilities, to ensure the quality of their con- tainers. Priority Plastics certifies that the UN-marked tight head containers meet or exceed all of the testing and manu- facturing regulations and standards set by the US Depart- ment of Transportation, and specifically by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. Secure and safe, they are the preferred packaging solution for a wide variety of applications including food and flavor concentrates, jani- torial sanitation and specialty chemicals including agricultur- al and Lawn and Garden. Priority Plastics, Inc. provides complete plastic container packag- ing solutions for startup companies to multinational firms. With four manufacturing facilities strategically positioned through- out the United States, Priority Plastics offers design and engi- neering services, technical sales support, operational excellence and plant specific customer service representatives. PriorityPlastics www.priorityplastics.com Legacy of Packaging Innovation expanded Home and personal care brands will have increased access to world-leading packaging innovation at a new center to be opened by global packaging company, Amcor, in New Alba- ny, Ohio. Amcor will deliver award-winning design expertise, rapid prototyping, product sampling, and testing capabilities to help consumer goods companies stay ahead of the com- petition. In the personal care market, turning around prototypes with speed and testing samples plays a crucial role in accelerat- ing bottle design and selection, according to Sean Kharche, vice president of Amcor’s Home and Personal Care market. “Our customers want innovation and speed to market and we have responded by providing one-stop access to Amcor’s industry-leading capabilities in Ohio,” said Kharche. “The goal is to help our customers develop products with unprec- edented flexibility and speed.” The Innovation Center is supported by a cross-functional team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists who work with customers on their product concepts. Customers can also access Amcor’s latest innovations such as barrier technology, e-commerce, the use of PCR, and other more Amcor www.amcor.com sustainable solutions as well as technical and operational ef- ficiencies. The Innovation Center at New Albany specializes in the home and personal care market, but its services are open to packaging customers across all of the segments that Amcor serves.