Global PET solutions provider, Sidel have announced the launch of the Sidel matrix combi system in the United Arab Emirates.
The Sidel matrix combi has been based on the most cost effective technology of the latest generation of Sidel matrix systems and will aim to reduce costs and provide a low environmental footprint.
The combi system will also integrate the blow-fill-cap function in one single enclosure with neck-handling and positive transfer of bottles which will aim to avoid limitations imposed by air conveyors.
The machine also offers savings in raw materials with light or ultra-lightweight bottles as well as reduced consumption of air, water, chemicals and energy.
Harbinder Kathuria regional commercial director of Greater middle east Sidel said: “The Combi’s overall efficiency, its compact size, ergonomic design, easy maintenance and lower energy consumption can all contribute to further reductions in producers’ costs.”
The beverage sector is expected to continue growing in the UAE across various categories. In 2014, the consumption of water stood at around 1.05 billion litres and is due to grow by a compound annual growth rate of 6.5 per cent over the next four years to reach 1.35 billion litres by 2018.
Along with the Sidel Matrix Combi system, Dubai Crystal Mineral Water and Refreshments will integrate Sidel’s recently launched Sidel StarLite base packaging technology which is said to give added durability, stability and overall resistance to the PET bottles.
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