MYUNGJI P&P accelerates quality, efficiency, and sustainable growth with BOBST partnership

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, MYUNGJI P&P has established itself as a one-stop manufacturer specializing in a wide range of flexible packaging solutions, including stand-up, 3-side seal, quad-seal, flat bottom, and pinch bottom formats. The company’s cutting-edge rotogravure printing, lamination, and pouching capabilities have earned it a strong global presence, serving 397 customers across sectors like pet food, retortable applications, medical packaging, and coffee & tea. With 60% of production exported, MYUNGJI P&P boasts a strong presence across Malaysia, Germany, Australia, the UK, and the USA – success driven in part by the adoption of BOBST technology.

Vice President Simon Gunwung Park highlights the strategic value of the partnership: “With three gravure presses, three solvent-based laminators, one solventless laminator, and ten pouch-making machines, MYUNGJI P&P is renowned for excellence in printing and converting. Our five-year collaboration with BOBST has been pivotal in maximizing efficiency and delivering the superior print quality our customer’s demand.”

The choice to invest in BOBST equipment was driven by its global reputation and technological edge. The BOBST RS 5003 gravure printing press delivers uncompromising speed and precision with consistent ink distribution even on challenging substrates. Its advanced automation, including the Total Automatic Pre-Register Setting (TAPS), minimizes waste and accelerates job setup, boosting both throughput and sustainability.

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The BOBST RS 5003 press is designed to offer superior performance on multiple flexible materials. This gravure printing platform offers high quality printing with no compromise on speed, achieving precise and uniform ink distribution even on challenging substrates. Automation features like its Total Automatic Pre-Register Setting (TAPS) streamline production with minimal waste, bolstering throughput and sustainability alike. In addition, the RS 5003 makes it easier for operators to run the machine efficiently, helping maintain continuous production and simplify changeovers.

Complementing this, the BOBST VISIONLAM 800 laminator is ideal for medium-to-long production runs of premium flexible packaging. Featuring a 9-meter drying tunnel and motorized rollers, it supports diverse substrates at speeds up to 400 m/min. Its integrated automation and digital connectivity streamline job changeovers and enhance uptime, aligning with MYUNGJI P&P’s goals for cost control and sustainability.

Despite pandemic-related challenges, the installation of these sophisticated machines was seamless. The efficiency of BOBST’s technology has helped to reduce waste and downtime, supporting MYUNGJI P&P’s cost control and sustainability goals. The easy-to-use interface has been embraced by younger operators, enhancing workforce efficiency and confidence, and BOBST’s ongoing support through its HELPLINE service subscription has ensured long-lasting improvements to uptime and performance.

“The new BOBST machines are helping us build both confidence and value,” added Park. “They are a good fit for our operators and deliver the productivity and print quality we need to stay competitive. When we first saw them first-hand during a visit to BOBST’s Changzhou factory, we immediately knew that this technology was perfect for our requirements.”

As customer demand shifts toward shorter runs and recyclable mono-material packaging, MYUNGJI P&P’s investments in BOBST machinery are helping the company prepare for the future. MYUNGJI P&P has already announced plans to expand with a new factory that will increase its pouching capacity, and combined with its BOBST technology and ongoing partnership, it is positioning itself well to capture the growing demand for more sustainable packaging.

“Eco-conscious products like recyclable bags are taking a growing share in the market because they are starting to affect end-users’ purchasing habits,” said Park. “At MYUNGJI P&P, we treat sustainability as one of our core values, and we are committed to offering 100% recyclable, biodegradable, and compostable packaging options to meet evolving environmental demands. With BOBST as our partner, we are confident in leading this transition.”

*former machine name CL 750DA Laminator
 

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