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Meet Sacmi CCM, a leading processing technology for coffee capsules
작성자 : Ms. Kang
2017-04-07 |
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Source: CPRJ Editorial Team
Sacmi has developed a complete array of coffee capsule manufacturing solutions, with total running/management costs (TCO, total cost of ownership) that are said to be the lowest in the industry.
▲ The technological core of the solution is Sacmi's CCM (continuous compression molding).
The technological core of the solution is the continuous compression molding (CCM), the Sacmi compression press that, with just 32 cavities, lets manufacturers produce ultra-light capsules with superior quality/seal characteristics at speeds of up to 800 units/minute.
Energy savings can top 30% compared to the alternative injection technology (thanks to the special, low-temperature extrusion process), according to Sacmi. The result is a combination of high productivity and the shortest cycle times in the industry (2.4-3.2s).
Another key advantage is that with compression, each cavity can be managed independently. This possibility, exclusive to this technology, is a huge plus when it comes to both maintenance and quality control; the latter is also aided by the integration of Sacmi vision systems which operate in-line and at high speeds, allowing real-time identification of faulty capsules (and the relative cavity number to ensure immediate identification of the origin of the defect).
Being able to process the material at lower temperatures and handle the plastic in a more viscous state has allowed Sacmi to develop applications for special, compostable materials, all against a TCO (total cost of ownership) that is at least 10-15% less than that of alternative solutions.
Moreover, Sacmi provides support for closed systems (proprietary capsules) and open systems (i.e. the compatible pods that are steadily gaining more and more ground on the market). Through Sacmi Filling, the Group also offers complete development of capsules thermoformed with form-fill-seal technology.
Market analysis suggests coffee capsule will account for over 75% of overall growth on the world coffee market from now until 2020.
▲ Over 30 billion plastic capsules are sold in a year. The solution will account for over 75% of overall growth on the world coffee market from now until 2020.
