Austrian insulation heavyweight, Steinbacher Dämmstoff GmbH, has taken a fresh approach to packaging. With Tentoma’s RoRo StretchPack®, they’re turning the tide on traditional methods, ensuring a waterproof, energy-efficient, and environmentally conscious solution for their PU insulation panels.
Background
Based in Austria, Steinbacher Dämmstoff GmbH has long held a reputation for quality insulation products. But like many market leaders, the company never rests on its laurels. Recognizing the need for a shift in their packaging approach, Steinbacher sought to address two main challenges: the imperative of waterproof packaging and the drive towards greater sustainability.
“It is important for us to have waterproof packaging,” explained Markus Brandstätter,production manager at Steinbacher in Erpfendorf. “Our end-customers do always store the panels outside on the construction site, and in peak time we do not always keep the panels under the roof before shipping.Our previous packaging solution was simply not waterproof, which posed a risk of water between the panels when storing the panels outside.”
Enter Tentoma’s RoRo StretchPack®, a revolutionary system that answered both these calls.
The Old vs. The New
- Waterproof Concerns Addressed: Steinbacher’s insulation panels, often stored outdoors at construction sites, faced a significant challenge: how to ensure they remained dry and effective despite the elements? Their prior methods, while standard for the industry, had shortcomings. Using either a 4-sided sleeve packaging or a heat shrink method, neither offered the complete waterproof solution they sought. With the RoRo StretchPack®, Steinbacher has achieved a significant milestone: six-sided, sealed, and waterproof packaging. This doesn’t just ensure the product remains effective, but also enhances the end-user experience.
- Innovation Inspired by Tradition: Tentoma’s RoRo StretchPack® is no ordinary packaging solution. Born in Denmark, it employs a tubular stretch hood film, a technique reminiscent of the tried-and-true vertical stretch hood packaging commonly utilized for pallets. This marriage of inspiration and innovation ensures a robust, waterproof solution, ideal for Steinbacher’s insulation panels.
- Sustainability at its Core: Beyond the direct benefits to the product, Steinbacher’s new packaging direction serves a broader purpose. As global conversations shift towards sustainability and reduced energy consumption, companies are driven to adapt. With the RoRo StretchPack®, Steinbacher has dramatically slashed its energy use on the packaging line by an impressive 50%. Furthermore, the increased efficiency doesn’t come at the cost of more waste. Remarkably, despite transitioning from 4-sided to 6-sided packaging, the system’s film consumption has been optimized, ensuring reduced waste and further emphasizing Steinbacher’s commitment to a greener future.
Tentoma: A Partner in Progress
Transitioning to a novel system could have been a daunting endeavor, but Tentoma’s hands-on approach ensured a smooth, structured changeover. From the moment initial contacts were made, through product tests, and up to the final staff training sessions, Tentoma’s commitment to excellence shone through. Regular, structured meetings, diligent planning, and comprehensive training meant Steinbacher could transition with confidence.
The RoRo StretchPack® Advantage: A Recap
For Steinbacher Dämmstoff GmbH, the switch to Tentoma’s RoRo StretchPack® isn’t merely a change in packaging but a stride towards the future. Here’s a quick review of what they’ve achieved:
- A fully sealed, 6-sided waterproof packaging solution, ensuring product quality and longevity.
- Consistent, high-caliber packaging, enhancing brand value.
- An environmentally conscious approach, removing heat shrink from the equation.
- Significant energy savings, with a 50% reduction on the packaging line.
- A streamlined process with improved automation, efficiency, and reduced wastage.
“Summarizing, the project process went very well from the first contact till installation and commissioning,” Brandstätter stated. “It was a structured process with good communication with Tentoma. We had fixed monthly meetings, and later fixed weekly meetings when the FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) approached. Both the FAT and the installation were well planned and executed.”
To find out more, visit Tentoma’s official website. And for a personal touch, witness Steinbacher’s transformative journey in their testimonial video.
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