Developed in partnership with Memjet and ColorGATE, AlphaFlex enables on-demand production of unique single-dose sachets that can be opened with a single gesture using one hand with sophisticated, high quality in-line printing
V-Shapes, the world’s most innovative supplier of convenient, hygienic and sustainable single-dose packaging equipment, will make its debut at PackExpo by showing its latest innovation, the unique AlphaFlex print, form, fill and seal solution. This compact, professional-grade dosing and delivery system will feature high quality synchronized printing on both sides of the sachets, Powered by Memjet’s DuraFlex® technology and ColorGATE Packaging Productionserver when it becomes commercially available later this year. The V-Shapes AlphaFlex dosing and delivery technology makes it possible for vertical integration of high volume production of the patented V-Shapes single-dose sachets. Eliminating the need to outsource printing and giving complete manufacturing control back to the brand owners and co-packers. PackExpo, scheduled for 27 to 29 September in Las Vegas, marks the first time AlphaFlex will be shown in North America. V-Shapes will be located in the Central Hall, Booth C-4703, at the show. Memjet representatives will also be available at the V-Shapes booth.
“We are excited to be able to show our new AlphaFlex dosing and delivery solution to the many attendees expected at PackExpo Las Vegas 2021,” said Charanjit Hayre - President / CEO of V-Shapes North America. “This revolutionary filling/converting machine was made possible through a variety of important partnerships, including Memjet, Siemens and SIHL, as well as the talented V-Shapes engineering team. It was no small challenge to develop synchronized feeds and professional quality printing of our patented single-dose sachets, and we think the visitors to PackExpo will be amazed when they see what we and our partners have accomplished!”
V-Shapes AlphaFlex features integrated in-line printing into the V-Shapes six-lane ALPHA machine, enabling packaging converters/fillers to accomplish the complete manufacturing process of V-Shapes’ unique single-dose sachets under one roof with a compact footprint, full color branding capabilities, in line, on demand and with the industry’s highest quality. In the AlphaFlex configuration, the printing module prints a single side of the single-dose sachets inline, synchronized with each other, and precisely married for die cutting, filling and sealing.
To learn more about the AlphaFlex vertically integrated end-to-end solution for production and filling of single-dose sachets, and other products and services from V-Shapes, visit www.v-shapes.com
About V-Shapes
Founded in 2018, V-Shapes is the leading provider of products and services designed to produce and fill single-unit dose packaging that enables product to be dispensed using one hand. Located in Bologna, Italy, V-Shapes manufactures, sells and services innovative vertically integrated systems for single-dose packaging that minimize waste, shorten time to market, offer a more sustainable packaging solution and are a unique and safe means for consumers to dispense single-unit measures of liquid and powdered products. The company partners with packaging converters/fillers around the globe to offer these unique services to brands in a wide range of industries, from food and cosmetics to hand sanitizer and industrial products that are efficiently served up in single-unit doses, producing packaging on demand in small or large quantities.
About Memjet
Memjet is a global leader in the design and development of innovative thermal inkjet printhead technology, supporting modules, and aqueous inks. The modularity and technical components, combined with Memjet’s commitment to customer success, empower OEM partners all over the world to develop fast, cost-effective printing solutions to grow and succeed in new markets. Together, we are building the future of print. Visit www.memjet.com
