Go-Pak Viet Nam Co, Ltd. in Binh Duong Province, Vietnam was established in 2018, specializing in the holistic marketing of disposable food containers. Product development and design, production on over 15,000 sqm, distribution and sales. The range: coffee cups, food containers, tableware, glasses, mugs, etc. The machinery is 100% total of 100 Haitian Mars series injection molding machines.

We talked to Mr. Yang Mingqing, the production manager at Go-Pak

Go-Pak – Go global

Now that the epidemic seems to be under control, the global demand for production capacity in the plastics processing industry is increasing. Go-Pak has its own unique development strategy and corporate culture to maintain the existing market, expand industry presence and actively participate in the development of foreign markets.

Yang Mingqing proudly tells us, “Our compatriots often praise the manufacturing industry in the US and Japan. But in fact, here in Vietnam we have Go-Pak, a company that manufactures standard household products for the food industry and exports them to the EU market. Our machines are running at full speed and our hygiene standards are very high.”

New technologies for new possibilities

To meet the high demands of its customers, Go-Pak built on its strengths in research and product development. With resulting high product quality. Yang Mingqing adds, “We will now expand our production with some high-end models and their latest technologies from Haitian Plastics Machinery – especially the Mars series. This will increase the level of automation, improve production efficiency and thus our competitiveness.”

The innovative company is not standing still and is seizing all the opportunities of the hour. New product categories are already under development and product quality is being continuously optimized, as is the company’s management.

Score with performance and availability

When asked why Go-Pak has clearly chosen the Haitian brand, Yang Mingqing says: “It’s an all-round package. After seeing the injection molding machines live in another factory, I was amazed by the efficiency and performance. It simply convinced me. The Mars series has high precision, fast injection, full production, high surface finish and a product qualification rate of almost 100%. By the way, with an extremely flexible payment policy, again to meet our market prices.”

In addition to performance and availability, professional service is crucial. The service team with support, maintenance and repair service can score with professionalism and speed, according to Yang Mingqing.

Vietnam and its economy is recovering from the pandemics. First and foremost Covid-19, but also rinderpest affected the country. For Go-Pak, the new upswing means seizing every opportunity, continuously keeping an ear to the market and setting a course for expansion.

“2022 is a milestone for investors who seize the favor of the hour for development, proving that commitment and courage are driving  us and can overcome difficulties”, says Mr. Yang Mingqing.

Interview with Arnaud Joubert, CEO of Sorel Plastique

For more than 30 years, SOREL Plastics has been developing and manufacturing a wide range of plastic containers for the food industry.

As a partner of renowned food and confectionery manufacturers in France and Europe, the company offers more than 200 standard models in its range and in addition offers the production of exclusive forms. In autumn 2018, production capacity was tripled all at once – with electrical solutions from Zhafir.

We talked to Arnaud Joubert, CEO of Sorel Plastique, about the drive technology of the future, the limitations of the circular economy and why the Zeres series was selected.

Mr. Joubert, so far you have only had hydraulic machines in production, but then last year you ordered several electric machines from Zhafir. Which type of drive is it that you prefer: hydraulic, electric or, last but not least, hybrid solutions?

Joubert: “As soon as the tool does not need hydraulics, e.g. for cores, so no oil, there are only the electrical concepts for us. Although hybrid solutions are a good compromise, they are becoming less and less important for us.”

How important are topics like Industry 4.0 or Intelligent Factories for your company?

“Digitalization cannot be stopped, and I think it is the future. Although our customers do not yet expect us to take any actions in this area, in the next step we will integrate all peripherals and embed our machines in an MES environment. Therefore machine connectivity is a must. Zhafir’s open concept gives us a lot of flexibility when choosing an MES system. We find this very progressive and customer-friendly.”

Are you part of the circular economy?

“The subject of recycling management is not an urgent one for our products, as most of them are reusable items. We strive to use a stable high proportion of recycled materials, although not in the food sector. Strict food regulations limit our use in this area.”

Do you also produce with recycled material?

“We are only allowed to use a maximum of 15 percent recycled material. Since we hardly have any rejects, we cannot even cover the 15 percent with our own waste. And unfortunately, purchased recycled material is still more expensive than original material. The incentive to use recycled materials is still very low. This needs to change. The Packaging Association tried to include the recycling industry in the regulations and to extend the 15 percent regulation. So far however without result.

How are you organized in production?

“We operate 20 injection moulding machines, five days a week, around the clock. We mainly manufacture reusable packaging parts for the food industry, with cycles of around 4 seconds. Each application is carried out with IML technology and is picked by robots. We only process PP that meets the requirements of the food industry and thus consume approx. 1,200 tons per year.”

What were the reasons for choosing the Zeres of Zhafir?

“In 2018 we made the decision to significantly expand our potential in order to be sustainably competitive. Zhafir made it easy for us. The low acquisition costs, consultation and service in France, electrical injection and the related process stability, as well as the energy savings on a large scale … If you upgrade from seven to 20 machines in a single step, each of these arguments speaks for itself.”

Interview at Spritzgussa Plastics GmbH & Co. KG

Spritzgussa Plastics GmbH & Co. KG is one of the most experienced manufacturers of packaging for food, non-food, cosmetics and consumer goods. Sustainability aspects such as resource conservation or recycling play a special role here. At the end of 2018, the first Zhafir Zeres series came on board, the second followed in May 2019. Both times the delivery, installation and system start took place extremely fast and flawless. Time for a first evaluation.

We talked to Joachim Stelzer, Head of Sales and QA, and Jochen Bartl, Managing Director and Head of Production, about internal adjustments towards a more environmentally friendly production method and the advantages of the electric Zeres Series.

Mr. Stelzer, everyone is talking about sustainability. How does Spritzgussa feel about this?

“We see sustainability as one of our main topics for the coming years. But: Blind actionism does not help much. The industry must provide serious answers. Not only in food packaging, but also for consumer goods. But especially in food packaging, due to food contact, we are very limited because of strict regulations.”

What potential do you see for biobased plastics?

“Bio-based plastics are not a long-term solution. It also decomposes into small particles, which are still plastics, only smaller. It is also not compostable in the usual sense.

Where do you think the plastics industry can start?

“First of all in the general attitude. For us, the preservation of our environment is a matter of the heart. We continuously try to optimize the energy consumption per ton of plastic granulate and the CO2 emissions. Waste products that we produce are returned to the recycling cycle. A PET bottle does not find its way into the sea by itself. Here, everyone who picks up a bottle has to take responsibility and act accordingly.”

Where do you see internal adjustments for more sustainability?

“There are many. Energy consumption is a big issue for us, also a purchasing criteria. Then last year, for example, we integrated a heat recovery system. Energy is becoming more and more expensive and therefore more important. We produce large quantities with fast cycles, so the process and energy consumption must be optimally coordinated so that the profit margin can be achieved. That is why we are switching to electrical machines. Until now, we only had hydraulic premium brands, now we have switched to Zhafir.”

What was the decisive factor?

“The efficiency is significantly higher. In addition, there is easier maintenance due to fewer moving parts, longer maintenance intervals, so that maintenance costs stay manageable. Cleanness is also a major issue, especially in our production for food packaging. Oil always carries the risk of leakage, but our production must remain clean.”

What advantages do you see in performance?

“The machines are obviously quieter, precise in their movements and, as I said, efficient and economical. In a mold test with hydraulic machines, we measured energy savings of up to 65%. We have become real fans and in the next few years we will replace our entire portfolio with electric machines from Zhafir. Because the Zhafir machine is also unbeatable in price”.

How do you rate Zhafir’s service and support?

“Our demand on Zhafir is clearly defined: carefree production. The two machines run 52 weeks in a row. They must meet all requirements and deliver the best possible quality at the lowest possible maintenance costs. Both Zeres machines have done this so far. But of course service and support are important. We feel very comfortable with Hewaco. It is a very cooperative relationship. If we have any questions, they come immediately. Apart from that, we do a lot ourselves and also have mechanics in-house. The flexible spare parts policy of 千赢国际官网首页入口网址是多少 Germany is very helpful in this case. In this area, Zhafir is pursuing a different, unique strategy in Germany.”

Significant advantages in energy consumption:

A comparison of the Zhafir Zeres Series with a hydraulic high-speed machine from Europe in the same tonnage. The lid (picture above) is produced. All machines run with a cycle of 7.5 seconds, according to Mr. Stelzer a normal cycle time for this product.

Result: Up to 65 % energy savings with Zeres.