Salpac Strengthens Market Position With Advanced Bobst Die Cutter Installation

SALPAC Emballage implemented a high-performance die-cutting press at its Béjaïa facility to enhance production capacity and meet strict consistency requirements in the food and pharmaceutical sectors.

Operational Demands in Folding Carton Manufacturing
The folding carton market requires high precision, short lead times, and cost competitiveness. As a manufacturer supplying the food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and pharmaceutical industries, SALPAC Emballage faced the challenge of processing larger production volumes while minimizing equipment downtime.

To maintain its market position, the company required a technological solution capable of ensuring stable quality at high operating speeds. The primary operational goals focused on increasing throughput, reducing makeready times, and lowering material waste during the converting stage.

Automated Die-Cutting Technology Selection
To address these production requirements, the company selected an automated flatbed die-cutter as part of a €2.5 million machinery modernization program initiated in 2025. The selected equipment features advanced automation systems designed to stabilize production and streamline job changeovers.

Technical parameters such as repeatable tool positioning and stable sheet feeding led to the selection of this specific platform. The choice was also supported by the manufacturer's long-term technical presence in the region, ensuring continuity with existing folding and gluing lines.

Deployment and Technical Support
The equipment provider managed the installation process and provided onsite technical assistance to ensure a rapid production ramp-up. The deployment included comprehensive operator training programs focused on the new automation interfaces and quick-change tooling features. This technical support allowed the production teams to achieve optimal operational speeds shortly after commission, mitigating the risks of extended downtime during the transition phase.

Quantifiable Operational Improvements
The integration of the automated die-cutter led to measurable efficiency gains across the production line:

"With the NOVACUT 106 E, we are significantly improving our converting efficiency while further strengthening our quality standards," stated Khaled Akouche, Chairman and CEO of SALPAC Emballage, highlighting the long-term role of technology in the company's growth.

Edited by Evgeny Churilov, Induportals Media - Adapted by AI.

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