August 2023
Innovations for the print and packaging industry
Kingston Carton Company, one of the UK’s leading Carton Converters, has recently enhanced its production capabilities with the installation of state-of-the art machinery. Supplied by Impack a world leading packaging equipment supplier, based in Canada, that designs, manufactures and installs Folder-Gluer Packaging equipment for carton board and corrugated box manufacturers and represented by UK agent, iPack Solutions. The new additions, the IN2 Box Turner and Ergosa C Universal Packer, are set to revolutionise Kingston Carton's packaging operations by streamlining processes, significantly improving its production efficiency, and ensuring first-class quality.
The IN2 Box Turner offers automated box turning capabilities. This automation not only accelerates the production process but also minimises downtime associated with manual adjustments, resulting in improved overall productivity.
“The Ergosa gives us the opportunity to increase speed while giving the staff more time to inspect the cartons.” - Arend Buitendam, Kingston Carton General Manager
The Ergosa C Universal Packer is designed to handle products with the utmost care, providing Kingston Carton with the versatility to pack various box sizes and product specifications for some of the biggest named brands in the country. These advanced technologies enable Kingston Carton to further optimise its operations ensuring consistent quality and minimising errors, leading to greater flexibility and faster order fulfilment. By employing these advanced solutions, Kingston Carton can uphold its commitment to delivering superior quality packaging to its customers, whilst stull upholding its sustainability value.
Since making the decision to invest in the new equipment, Kingston Carton have been happy with the whole process from start to finish “During shipping we were kept up to date regarding the Ergosa’s whereabouts and since the installation, we have not required any external assistance” said Arend, confirming the initial training provided covered all the features and functionalities of the machine.
“We are very satisfied with the overall experience, in the three weeks we have put the Ergosa to task we have seen improvements in speed with simultaneous inspection of the cartons.” - Arend Buitendam, Kingston Carton General Manager
The integration of the IN2 Box Turner and Ergosa C Universal Packer into Kingston Carton Company's operations represents a significant milestone in the company's pursuit of excellence. These advanced solutions manufactured by Impack promise to enhance productivity and improve product quality. With their installation, Kingston Carton Company is poised to meet the growing demands of its customers while remaining at the forefront of innovation in the packaging industry.
