SGF is one of India’s largest BOPP producers and the addition of the new EXPERT with AlOx will allow them to produce sustainable clear coated high barrier BOPP with the unique BOBST AlOx GEN II technology. The wider width of 3650mm complements their three existing machines at 2900mm, one of which incorporates the BOBST AluBond® process which enhances oxygen and water barrier levels on BOPP film.

"By working together with different stakeholders in the value chain, we are able to accelerate innovation and reduce time to market." Thierry Van Migem, Director of Sales for the European region at Michelman, speaks to the vital importance of collaboration—something BOBST and Michelman know well from experience, having worked closely together for more than a decade to develop recyclable, high-barrier packaging intended to replace conventional multi-layer plastic packaging.