News from 2022

Emballator Ulricehamn going for EcoVadis Gold

Posted 2022-05-17

The best way to create results? Raise the bar… Emballator in Ulricehamn has decided to go for a new ambitious sustainability goal: ”Our customers really appreciate us for working with EcoVadis, so now we are aiming for gold", says Ulrica Emanuelsson, Quality & Environmental Manager at Emballator Metal Group in Ulricehamn. “Our customers have expressed that they wish to compare differen...

Emballator develops new spice caps for Santa Maria – 40 percent less plastic

Posted 2022-05-10

Together with Santa Maria, Emballator Växjö has developed a new flip top cap. A user-friendly function has been combined with a reduced amount of plastic of about 40 percent. During the spring, Santa Maria will release products with the new design on the spice caps. The product is available with four different types of sprinklers, adapted for different types of dry spices and has, com...

We welcome Ulf Åström – new CFO at Emballator Mellerud

Posted 2022-05-03

What are your first impressions of Emballator? “My first impressions are that everyone is friendly, professional, and relaxed. When I participated in a morning meeting for the first time here, I noticed that everyone knew what’s happening during the day. Everything was updated and felt professional. Emballator feels like a small company that is becoming a larger group.” What is your primary ...

Emballator Mellerud increases their range of products in recycled material

Posted 2022-04-26

The demand for packaging based on recycled plastic is steadily increasing. That's why Emballator Mellerud is continuously expanding its range and building knowledge about new materials. Packaging that is, wholly or partly, made of recycled plastic have become very popular. The explanation is of course the market’s increased focus on sustainability. ”In some markets you actually are expecte...

We welcome Brendon Vermillion – new Innovation Designer at Emballator Innovation Center

Posted 2022-04-19

What are your first impressions of Emballator? ”It’s a very forward-thinking and positive group of people. I’ve seen a lot of happy faces and that’s very nice when you are new at a workplace. I’ve also noticed that Emballator is a healthy environment and I’m really grateful for how friendly everyone has been.” What is your primary role? “I’m working with creating new designs and developin...

Emballators’ AGVs enables added value

Posted 2022-04-12

Emballator in Hjo invests in AGVs for a safe and efficient work environment. ”This way, our operators do not have to spend unnecessary time transporting pallets. Instead they can focus on the production”, says Jonas Strålman, Production Manager at Emballator in Hjo. Driverless truck, auto truck or AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle)… Eskimos have a lot of words for snow. Solving internal logistic...

Emballator UK awarded for their safety work

Posted 2022-04-05

Emballator UK have been awarded British Safety Council International Safety Award 2022 with Distinction. This recognition has inspired the company to carry on with its program of continuous improvement. In the past few years, Emballator UK have invested heavily in people, plant, and processes to improve health, safety and well-being across their multiple operations. A strong focus has been pla...

We welcome Mei Hong Svensson – new Strategic Purchasing Manager at Emballator Packaging Innovations

Posted 2022-03-29

What are your first impressions of Emballator? “I’ve known Emballator for a long time so it’s nothing new for me, I know it’s a plastic injection company with high technology and a profitable company. I’m impressed by the sustainability agenda, it’s well-established, clear, and measurable. That caught my attention. I’m also really excited to be a part of the journey with the new Innovation Cent...

Emballator launches new tube with extended application neck

Posted 2022-03-22

With smart features as soft edges, long application neck, and precise applicator the Extended Long-neck tube is suitable for a wide range of applications. In the product development, Emballator Tectubes have been focusing on creating a tube for intimate Women Care products. The new tube is a part of the new Women Care range and is also the flagship product in the new range. The tube is suitable...

Emballator Innovation Center challenges how many times Polypropylene can be recycled

Posted 2022-03-15

“How can we make the plastic packaging value chain truly circular?”, that is the question Emballator Innovation Center asks themselves. Together with FTI (Swedish recycling association) and Svensk Plaståtervinning, Emballator are challenging old truths. Production of virgin fossil-based plastic has much higher emissions than recycled plastic. But it’s important that recycled plastic has high qu...

Emballator launches a new range of tubes for women care products

Posted 2022-03-08

Emballator Tectubes are introducing an innovative range of tubes carefully developed for women. The range includes four different tubes and three of them are completely new in the assortment. All tubes in the Women Care range have integrated applicators which makes them precise and efficient for application of the treating product, both externally and internally. “We are proud to finally lau...

Emballator invests in new tube line

Posted 2022-03-04

Emballator Tectubes invests, together with their owner Herenco, over 80 MSEK in a new production line. The investment is a part of the strategy towards becoming the largest player in the Nordic region and Northern Europe in sustainable plastic tubes made from recycled materials. The investment in a new extrusion line means that Emballator Tectubes invests for the future. Partly by being able to...

Emballator appoints new CEO in UK

Posted 2022-02-22

Gerard Dibb, Managing Director of Emballator UK, will take the new position as UK Group CEO responsible for all UK companies and responsible for acquisitions to further strengthen Emballator. After 18 successful years as Managing Director of Emballator Packaging, Gerard Dibb will be moving to the new position of Emballator UK Group CEO with responsibility for the whole of the UK Group. “As ...

New CEO at Emballator Lagan for continued growth

Posted 2022-02-15

For Emballator Lagan the coming years is all about growth. Per Petterson has been appointed as new CEO to lead the company towards new goals. The last couple of years Per Petterson has been Managing Director at Rosti GP AB in Gislaved, Sweden. He has been working closely with key customers in the Nordics and developed the company within a wide role. Starting February 14th, he will join Embal...

Emballator Växjö strengthens expertise in child resistant closures

Posted 2022-02-08

Emballator Växjö continues to invest in unique expertise in child resistant caps. Design and development engineer Emil Karlsson has the task of supporting customers in their work with certificates. Here are some of his expert advice. As one of the Nordic region’s leading players in the development and manufacturing of caps, Emballator Växjö has extensive expertise in child resistant closures. ...

We welcome Roger Kasselstrand – new Product Manager at Emballator Metal Group

Posted 2022-02-01

What are your first impressions of Emballator? “Very welcoming and friendly. Everyone has been fantastic, from the people in production that has guided me despite a heavy workload, to my closest colleagues. They have really taken the time to guide and help me understand a new product assortment.” What is your primary role? “I’ll be taking care of the existing product assortment and introd...

Two experts – one concept: Emballator Mellerud and Emballator Växjö collaborate for optimal customer solutions

Posted 2022-01-25

Packaging for hazardous goods is a well-balanced interplay between can and cap. With two experts in each area, Emballator can offer efficient solutions for UN packaging. UN packaging, ie packaging intended for hazardous goods, requires special expertise. “You must not only know the contents, but also how the goods are to be handled and transported to be able to do the right thing and live up...

Emballator participates in project for a sustainable plastics industry

Posted 2022-01-17

The Chamber of Commerce has been granted funding for a feasibility study on sustainable development for the plastics industry in Jönköping County. Emballator participates as part of the steering committee for the project and in the feasibility study, about 30 companies in the plastics industry will be interviewed. Jönköping County is the most plastic-dense area in northern Europe and there are ...

Emballator Innovation Center invests in equipment to measure oxygen barrier properties

Posted 2022-01-11

A new investment in equipment has been made at Emballator Innovation Center. To better guide customers into the right choice of material, Emballator can now evaluate barrier properties by measurements of the Oxygen Transmission Rate (OTR). Oxygen Transmission Rate (OTR) is the quantity of oxygen that can pass through a specific area of the packaging material over time. All polymers are permeabl...

Successful recycling project at Emballator Mellerud

Posted 2022-01-04

Nothing is wasted at Emballator Mellerud. 1,750 tonnes of plastic raw material are now recycled every year. Waste that has been given a new life in the form of a new premium packaging. Emballator Mellerud specializes in bottles and cans for chemical products, pharmaceuticals, and food. Often customized and with a focus on brand-building designs expressed by the choice of plastic material and de...