A study estimate says that Americans alone buy over 14 million gallons of toothpaste every year. For a little perspective, this is roughly equal to 175,000 bathtubs of the creamy mint stuff. A tube, squeeze tube, or collapsible tube is a collapsible package which can be used for viscous liquids packaging such as toothpaste, artist’s paint, adhesive, and ointments.

The toothpaste packaging process is relatively straight-forward. Toothpaste ingredients are weighed to ensure the correct proportions. Ingredients are then mixed in a stainless-steel vessel (water and the humectant is usually done first). Process temperature and humidity are watched closely to ensure proper mixing.

After the ingredients are mixed, the finished toothpaste is sent to a high-speed toothpaste filling machine where a pump fills each tube through its open bottom. After the tube is filled, the end is sealed (or crimped).

As a secondary packaging process, filled and crimped tubes are inserted into individual retail cartons. The carton packaging machine, which is basically a secondary packaging system, then packs the finished product either through a horizontal cartoner or a vertical cartoner. These cartons are then packed into master cartons that constitute tertiary packaging and shipped to warehouses, distribution centres and stores.

Small sachets are becoming increasingly popular for packaging cosmetic and personal care products like toothpaste, shampoo, gel, and lotions. Nichrome’s packaging machines provide attractive, contaminant-free packaging for such applications.

For projects big and small, for food, pharma & other applications, Nichrome partners through the complete life cycle, innovating and integrating solutions that elevate productivity through performance. Nichrome offers proven expertise and single-source convenience for pre-primary, post-primary end-to-end packing solutions.

Nichrome’s automated packaging machines are the preferred choice for toothpaste tube filling machine. Whether it is economical small packs which enjoy great popularity as they are low cost, prevent wastage and are easier to carry or soft squeeze tubes, Nichrome’s VFFS Multilane and HFFS machines deliver speed, accuracy and versatility for toothpaste packaging.

Multilane Stickpack with Multi Head Servo Auger Filler

For producers supplying toothpaste, to retail chains, travel & hospitality industries, Nichrome’s Stickpack offers unmatched efficiency. Nichrome’s Multilane Stickpack with Servo Auger Filler is a stick pack pouch packaging machine equipped with a CE certified PLC controller that makes it easy to operate and provides the necessary flexibility for product and format changes while maintaining the efficiency of the process.

Multilane Stickpack with Volumetric Multiple Cavity Filler

Nichrome’s Multilane Stickpack with Volumetric Multiple Cavity Filler is a stick pack pouch packaging solution equipped with a product hopper of 25 litres capacity and a mesh at the product inlet to avoid entry of foreign particles. A CE certified PLC controller makes it easy to operate.

Multilane Stickpack with Multi-Piston Filler

Nichrome’s Multilane Stickpack with Multi-Piston Filler is a stick pack pouch packaging machine especially innovated for viscous product packing like toothpaste in convenient, single-serve stick packs. Nichrome’s Stickpack range offers a stainless-steel structure, pneumatically operated piston filler and longitudinal & cross-sealing jaw assemblies suitable for laminates. A CE certified PLC controller makes it easy to operate.

Vertical Cartoner

Explore fast and efficient cartoning with Nichrome’s vertical cartoning machine. This secondary packaging machine has a rated output of up to 120 cartons per minute, and handles a variety of cartons with option of both side tuck-in, both side gluing or top tuck-in with bottom gluing.

The machine structure is of sheet metal for durability. Some key features include adjustable carton conveyor with chain type design, servo indexing drive to carton and product chain, motorized carton pick up with vacuum cups, and facility for product insertion inside carton through motor-driven product pusher.

Horizontal Cartoner

Efficient cartoning with Nichrome’s horizontal cartoning machine is a sure winner. This secondary packaging machine has a rated output of up to 180 cartons per minute and handles a variety of cartons with option of both side tuck-in, both side gluing or top tuck-in with bottom gluing. Nichrome’s continuous and intermittent automatic horizontal and vertical cartoners can be integrated with primary packaging.

Conclusion

Since Nichrome developed India’s first indigenous milk packaging machine in 1977, we have been at the forefront of next-generation packaging technologies; a brand trusted for its rich legacy of pioneering innovation, extensive domain knowledge and manufacturing competency in packaging systems.

For applications existing and emerging, we offer infinite possibilities in integrated, automated packaging solutions – as we partner with customers through the complete lifecycle, offering application-specific solutions, backed by dependable service and support. Based in Pune, India, our sales & service network spans India and the world. We have presence in 45+ countries and more than 10000+ successful installations worldwide.

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Why go for flexible pouch packaging for gels?

Flexible pouches are better for gel packaging because they:

• Are lighter and provide increased portability for end-users
• Need about 60% less plastic than traditional packaging
• Require less energy to produce
• Emit less CO2 and produce less landfill waste material
• Allow for efficient and economical transportation

Considerations for your gel packaging machine

When you are deciding on a liquid pouch packaging machine, it is essential to discuss your packaging requirements with your packaging machine manufacturer. These include:

Viscosity:

The term viscosity describes the internal friction of a moving liquid. In the case of gel packaging, viscosity has a considerable effect on the rate at which the liquid/gel travels, how long it takes to set in place, and the time it takes to insert the fluid into flexible packaging.

Your packaging machine manufacturer will determine the product filler to be used based on viscosity, to ensure that it supplies the right amount of force in order to generate the desired flow with accuracy and control so that the pouch doesn’t overfill.

Fill Temperature:

Viscosity reduces when viscous products are heated, allowing them to flow more easily. Hence when deciding on the filling system, the temperature at which the liquid is filled is of critical importance.

Protection:

The packaging material you choose needs to be suitable for your specific gel product. It should furnish a reliable barrier to protect against external elements that may end up spoiling your product like dust, moisture, oxygen et al.

Printing:

Customers of today expect in-depth and authentic information about the product and its usage on the pack. This calls for a packaging machine that facilitates this critical requirement and also presents your brand to the world.

Quantity:

You need to decide on a package size and package format – single or multiple dose sachets, larger stand-up pouches with zippers, spouts or handles

Why go with Nichrome?

Nichrome possesses a range of HFFS packaging machines with next-generation, linear technology from Totpack in Spain. The series from Totpack is highly versatile and can be employed to pack a diverse range of powders, grains, snacks, liquids and viscous products, with the use of different fillers. This series also comes with a range of pouch formats that have better aesthetic appeal.

These HFFS machines are based on PLCs and come with a touch screen interface. The design of this series is compact and versatile and can produce both single and perforated chains of pouches with a quick and easy changeover. This series also includes efficient duplex modules for higher outputs.

Nichrome’s Easysnap Technology

Easysnap is a cutting-edge new worldwide standard for single-dose packaging of liquid/semi-liquid products and offers convenience, ease of one-handed opening, complete dispensing of the product and on-the-go functionality.

Easysnap offers many advantages in the packaging of ointments, liquid medications, medicated gels etc:

1. Easy to use
   
   The Easysnap package is designed to be easily opened with one hand only. There is no need to tear, peel, or unscrew bottle caps – you just have to fold and squeeze. It is convenient to use for children, the elderly and disabled people.
   
   
2. Handy Mobility
   
   The Easysnap package can be carried individually in pockets or handbags, or even in greater quantities in packs while avoiding leakage or compression. Its semi-rigid bottom is unbreakable unless it is folded over 90 percent.
   
   
3. Cheap and Ecological

This packaging format has lower production costs when compared to bottles, jars, or thermoformed dose packaging. It does not spread any residue and is significantly easier to recycle.

• Smart Design
  
  Easysnap comes with an ergonomic design and is versatile and stylish. The packaging design can be customized in form and visuals to offer better branding and retail appeal.
  
  
• Hygienic and Clean
  
  With Easysnap, there is no risk of spills or contamination of the product when opening and dispensing as it dispenses the product in a clear and accurate manner.
  
  
• Safe for Consumers
  
  Easysnap packaging delivers exact doses and is easy to dispense which is especially important in pharma products.
  
  
• Minimal Wastage
  
  The design of Easysnap ensures that 98% of its contents are dispensed, leading to less wastage and certainty about the dosage of contents consumed.
  
  
• Beneficial for Manufacturers
  
  The Easysnap technology is simple to customise, brand, deliver and distribute. The stylishly designed pack boosts brand image, and its no-spill, contamination-free features are advantageous for business.

Conclusion

Nichrome is India’s leading packaging machine manufacturer and a capable provider of integrated packaging solutions for a wide range of applications across the Food, Pharma and non-food industries. Nichrome has over four decades of experience and considerable expertise in the packaging industry. It offers a product range that delivers the most relevant and cost-effective automated packaging solution.

Whether your need is for Liquid packaging, solid packaging, viscous packaging; food, non-food or pharmaceutical products; whether you are looking for a Tea packaging machine, Sachet filling machine, Vertical Form Fill Seal Machines, Liquid packaging machines, Spice packaging machine, Coffee packaging machine, Automatic Sugar Filling Machine, Sugar packaging machine – whatever your needs may be, connect with Nichrome.

Nichrome believes in dynamically working with customers to design the most effective packaging solution. With its immense expertise, technology, R&D and manufacturing capabilities, Nichrome can even provide customised solutions to configure the ideal integrated packaging solution for your business requirements.

Nichrome also offers training for customers’ staff and assures quick service and maintenance support. You can easily and definitely overcome your packaging challenges with Nichrome as your packaging partner.

Visit www.nichrome.com to learn more!

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Why opt for flexible pouch packaging for gels?

Flexible pouches:

• Are lighter and offer better portability for end-users
• Use about 60% less plastic than traditional bottles
• Require less energy in production
• Emit less CO₂ and produce less landfill waste
• Make for more efficient & economical warehousing and transportation 

Criteria for choosing your gel packaging machine

When selecting a liquid pouch packaging machine, it’s important to discuss certain details and requirements with your packaging machine manufacturer. These include:

Viscosity: describes the internal friction of a moving liquid. In gel packaging, viscosity affects the rate at which a liquid/gel product travels through a pipe, how long it takes to set, and the time it takes to dispense the fluid into its flexible packaging.

Based on viscosity, your packaging machine manufacturer will determine the product filler to be used so that it provides the right amount of force to induce flow but with accuracy and control so the pouch does not overfill.

Fill temperature: Most viscous products flow more readily when heated as viscosity reduces. The temperature at which the liquid will be filled is therefore of vital importance when deciding the filling system.

Protection: You need to choose a packaging material that’s suited for your particular gel product. It should provide a reliable barrier against external elements that may spoil your product – dust, moisture, oxygen, etc.

Printing: Today, consumers expect detailed and authentic information about the product and its usage on the pack. You need a packaging machine that will facilitate this crucial requirement and also present your brand to the world.

Quantity: It’s important to plan your pack size and package format – single dose or multiple dose sachets, larger stand up pouch with zipper, spout or handle, etc.

Partner with Nichrome

Nichrome offers a range of HFFS packaging machines with new gen, linear technology from Totpack, Spain. The Totpack Series is versatile, and can be used for packing a wide range of powders, grains, snacks, liquids and viscous products using different fillers. The Series also offers a range of pouch formats with superior pouch aesthetics.

The HFFS machines are PLC based machines with touch screen interface. The compact and versatile design offers both single and perforated chain of pouches with quick and easy changeover. Well designed duplex modules are available for higher outputs.

Nichrome brings Easysnap® to India.

Easysnap® is the revolutionary new worldwide standard for single dose units of liquid/semi-liquid products, offering convenience, easy one hand opening, complete dispensing of contents and on-the-go mobility.

For packaging ointments, liquid medications, medicated gels, Easysnap® offers many advantages:

1.It is easy
Easysnap® opens with one hand only, without efforts. No need to tear, to peel or to unscrew caps… just fold and squeeze. It is suitable for children, elderly and disabled people and all conditions, it is universal.

2. It offers handy, on-the-go mobility
Easysnap® can be transported individually in your pocket or handbag or in greater quantities in packs without the risk of leakage or of being compressed. It has a semi-rigid bottom which is unbreakable unless folded over 90 percent.

3.It is cheap and ecologic
Easysnap® has lower production costs compared to bottles, jars or thermoformed unit dose packaging, does not disperse any residue and is more easily recyclable.

4. It is smart
Easysnap® has an ergonomic design, versatile and stylish, which you can customize in form and graphics for better branding and retail appeal.

5.It is hygienic and clean
Easysnap® dispenses the content in a clear and accurate way; there is no risk of spills or contamination of the product while opening and dispensing.

6. It is safe for consumers
Easysnap® always delivers precise doses and is easy to administer – especially important in pharma products.

7. It minimises wastage
Easysnap® is designed to ensure that 98% contents dispensed, so there is less wastage and consumers can be more certain about quantity of contents used.

8. It is beneficial for manufacturers
Easysnap® is easy to customise, brand, deliver and distribute. The stylish pack boosts brand image, and the no-spill, no-contamination advantage makes smart business sense.

Conclusion

Nichrome is a pioneer, packaging machine manufacturer and one of India’s leading companies for integrated packaging solutions. Nichrome partners from planning stage right to commissioning and after sales training and support. With its decades of industry experience, Nichrome understands customer needs and application challenges; adds value with its decades of industry experience. So customers are assured the optimal solution that blends cutting-edge technology with cost-efficiency and sound ROI.

For your gel packaging needs, contact Nichrome for the most effective packaging solution.

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