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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Posted 2023-12-21

In this festive season of joy and unity, we, at Emballator, extend our heartfelt wishes for a delightful Christmas and a brilliant New Year! The past year has been filled with exciting challenges and rewarding opportunities, and we express our immense gratitude for your continued trust.We firmly believe that even the smallest changes can make a significant impact, and by collectively exploring...

Emballator has extensive experience in packaging for dangerous goods

Posted 2023-12-14

Transports of dangerous goods require UN approval and Emballator Metal Group in Ulricehamn has extensive experience in developing and producing packaging with UN approval. "Actually the secret is not to complicate it, and to make it as simple as possible for the customer," says technical manager Pär Claesson.”The regulations came into force in 1990 and we have been working to develop our rout...

Navigating the Future of Packaging

Posted 2023-12-12

In a world where packaging priorities vary from sustainability and affordability to convenience and shelf appeal, finding the perfect packaging solution is a complex endeavor. Philip Mann, the Managing Director of Emballator (UK), recently shared some insights into the challenges and innovations shaping the packaging industry in an interview. "Every brand has its priorities, and our role as a pac...

The Childhood Cancer Fund

Posted 2023-12-07

Children and cancer are two words that should never have come together. Yet, they form the disease that causes the most deaths among children in Sweden.During Christmas 2023, Emballator does not only want to spread joy but also contribute to a meaningful change. Every day, a child in Sweden is diagnosed with cancer, and by supporting the Childhood Cancer Foundation, we contribute to increasing...

Regranulation Machine

Posted 2023-12-05

Henrik Johansson Kask, Production Manager at Emballator Mellerud, began the quest for a specialized machine nearly three years ago, foreseeing the need to revolutionize the waste management system at the factory. "Our initial efforts involved using our own mills to reuse trims and scraps from our blow molding machines, effectively reintegrating them into our production process," says Henrik Johan...

Insights from the Pack & Plast Conference

Posted 2023-11-30

Last Thursday, our Innovation Manager, Mats Jeppsson attended the Pack & Plast conference in Malmö where he was one of the speakers. The conference tackled pivotal questions, such as the challenges and opportunities presented by new packaging directives, strategies for achieving circular plastic use, the impact of legislation on packaging choices, developments in materials and packaging, the m...

Emballator supports Mathivation

Posted 2023-11-28

Emballator has a strong desire to be an active part of society and strives to contribute to the education and development of the next generations. We are therefore proud of our partnership with Mathivation, which is now active at both Stenbockskolan and Ätradalsskolan in Ulricehamn.The Mathivation initiative started over ten years ago with a focus on increasing young people's interest and conf...

Emballator visited Site Zero at the grand opening

Posted 2023-11-23

Our Head of Sustainability (Maria Edqvist Schultz) and Innovation Manager (Mats Jeppsson) visited Site Zero in Motala Business Park last week. This impressive facility, owned by Swedish Plastic Recycling, covers an area of about 60,000 square meters and has an impressive reception capacity of 200,000 tons of plastic packaging annually, making it one of the world's largest sorting facilities for pl...

Innovation Manager Mats Jeppsson speaks at the Pack & Plast conference

Posted 2023-11-22

There are significant challenges and opportunities in the packaging industry, which Emballator's Innovation Manager, Mats Jeppsson, will delve into at this year's Pack & Plast conference taking place on November 23 in Malmö.Mats will, among other things, share insights into the growing importance of sustainability in the packaging industry, discuss the various sustainable product launches ...

Interview with our trainee Nellie

Posted 2023-11-07

Nellie Ton, who is studying International Management at Jönköping University, has been interning with us at Emballator in Ulricehamn this autumn and has been a fantastic asset to our team during this time. We wanted to hear about her internship experience, the insights she has gained, and what she will carry with her moving forward.When we asked Nellie to summarize her internship experience wi...

Customer Survey 2023

Posted 2023-10-31

Every year at Emballator, we strive to become even better in our efforts to meet your needs and preferences. A crucial part of this commitment is our annual customer survey, which provides us with the opportunity to gain valuable insights into your thoughts, preferences, and expectations. This allows us to stay in tune with your changing requirements and develop our products and services to best m...

More renewable energy to the group

Posted 2023-10-20

As part of the Herenco Group, we at Emballator are proud to announce that in the near future, we will be involved in the commissioning of one of northern Sweden's largest solar power parks. This impressive solar power park will be commissioned in Björke, near Gävle, and is expected to generate approximately 7 GWh of electricity annually, equivalent to the electricity consumption of around 1,400 ho...

Emballator Lagan invests in global standards

Posted 2023-09-07

Greater accuracy and better traceability. Those are the main objectives as Emballator Lagan introduces a new standard for labelling pallets.”This will result in increased traceability in the entire change, for the benefit of our customers and our own operations, says Richard Johansson, Sales and Marketing Manager at Emballator Lagan.The new marking equipment is already up and running mar...

Emballator creates competitive packaging through design, decor and high-tech printing

Posted 2023-09-07

A strong offer in prepress and printing is crucial for the customer to get unique, brand-building, high-quality packaging. And that’s why Emballator in Ulricehamn constantly invests in its printing expertise.Reinhard Grote works as a repro technician at Emballator’s printing house in Ulricehamn – and is an authority in his field. He is a trained typographer and printing specialist with a Germa...

Emballator part of project that can revolutionize the paint industry

Posted 2023-09-05

In August 2023, CANCAN was launched. A new initiative that aims to enrich the paint industry and inspire greater creative freedom in a new era. Behind CANCAN is the Nordics' leading color specialist retailer Colorama and the paint is delivered in cans from Emballator Lagan.The new paint brand will offer 66 colors that has been developed by world-leading people in the world of design and interi...

Emballator Metal Group received EcoVadis Gold

Posted 2023-08-18

Emballator Metal Group, with units in Sweden and Finland, has during the past years improved its focus on sustainable procurement and the environment. As a result of the company’s hard work, Emballator Metal Group has now received EcoVadis Gold.EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted business sustainability rating according to themselves, work with more than 75 000 companies in over 160 countries a...

Safety matters at Emballator

Posted 2023-08-10

According to Emballator in Ulricehamn, a safe working environment is the very core of a company’s sustainability actions. With the Arena Project they have taken safety to a new level.David Rudensten, production developer at Emballator in Ulricehamn and educated in machine safety and certified as CMSE® - Certified Machinery Safety Expert (TÜV NORD), has been in charge of the project focusing o...

Emballator Innovation Center reduces Time to Market

Posted 2023-07-01

Emballator design and develop packaging solutions for future generations. An important part of that is reducing Time to Market here and now, which means making it easy for new and existing customers to test new solutions and ideas.“In order to launch new products, we need to know what we want and define our journey towards achieving whatever that may be. We even need to accept the possibility ...

Emballator acquires Finnish Europak Oy

Posted 2023-06-30

Emballator, a leading packaging solutions provider, announces its acquisition of Europak Oy, a move that strengthens its presence in Northern Europe. The completion of the transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to occur on September 1st, 2023.Europak is serving customers in various industries like chemical and food, with blow-moulded plastic packaging, mainly ca...

Emballator UK received EcoVadis Platinum

Posted 2023-06-27

Thanks to focusing on sustainable manufacturing Emballator UK have received EcoVadis Platinum. Reaching high EcoVadis ratings is a part of the Emballator Group’s ambition for sustainability.EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted business sustainability rating according to themselves, work with more than 75 000 companies in over 160 countries and 200 industries. The score includes ratings for Envir...

We welcome Magnus Jacobsson – Sales and Marketing Manager at Emballator Mellerud

Posted 2023-06-13

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“That it is a strong brand in the packaging industry! I experience Emballator as fast-paced and forward-looking, an exciting growth strategy with a stable ownership structure that supports the organization. I have already met many driven and talented employees around the Emballator group and there is a lot of knowledge that we can use to help and c...

We welcome Torbjörn Persson – Procurement Manager at Emballator Packaging Innovations

Posted 2023-05-12

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“My first impressions are quite old; I have previously worked for many years with the procurement of plastic packaging, and it is probably 10 years since I got to know Emballator for the first time. I have always had the image of Emballator as well-run and skilled company, which turned out to be correct. I feel very welcome and have had positive f...

Emballator awarded by Swedish Plastic Industry for their Innovation Center

Posted 2023-05-11

Swedish Plastic Industry (SPIF) has awarded Emballator Innovation Center as the environmental and sustainability project of the year. Emballator wins thanks to their tests and work with recycled materials.The Swedish Plastic Industry (SPIF) award companies in different categories. Companies are nominated in categories like raw material supplier of the year, machine supplier of the year, and th...

Emballator Lagan received EcoVadis Gold

Posted 2023-05-09

Thanks to focusing on environmental initiatives, labor and human rights, and sustainable procurement Emballator Lagan have received EcoVadis Gold. Reaching high EcoVadis ratings are a part of the Emballator Group ambition for sustainability.EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted business sustainability rating according to themselves, work with more than 75 000 companies in over 160 countries and 2...

Printed bottles from Emballator strengthens brands in the painting segment

Posted 2023-05-02

The DIY-wave during the pandemic led to increased demand for painting products – and it also contributed to intense packaging development. Emballator Mellerud has developed a strong concept where the print is applied directly on the bottle.Applying print directly on the packaging is not only cost-effective, it also very functional, says Magnus Sandberg, who is Sales and Marketing manager at E...

We welcome Marre Raleski – new Account Manager at Emballator Växjö

Posted 2023-04-18

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“A welcoming and structured company with a positive spirit. Helpful colleagues, a lot of nice people at the office and in the machine hall.”What is your primary role?“It is to take care of our existing customers and get us to develop together and find new business. Process new customers and show our strength, which is quality, competence, a...

We welcome Elisabeth Gyllengren – Sales Manager at Emballator Tectubes

Posted 2023-03-29

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“I have been incredibly warmly welcomed by everyone and my closest colleagues in sales have received me well. I feel so taken care of and everyone is so friendly. I have received a very positive impression from everyone. Warm and nice welcome!”What is your primary role?“I will mainly work with business connected to our machine investment an...

Squeezy packaging for dressing and ketchup – Emballator is hungry for food packaging

Posted 2023-03-21

The food industry is in strong growth.”Statistics show that the growth will continue, as the population increases. For us at Emballator Mellerud, it corresponds with our investment in food packaging”, says Magnus Sandberg, who is Sales and Marketing manager at Emballator Mellerud.For Emballator Mellerud, which specializes in blow-molded packaging, it is the increasing volume of liquid or s...

Emballator grows in hygiene and cosmetic packaging

Posted 2023-03-08

In times of crisis and recession, the sale of lipstick usually increases – a way to maintain some color and joy in everyday life. And maybe it’s the lipstick effect that is influencing Emballator Mellerud’s business right now?”Packaging for cosmetics and personal hygiene form a growing segment for us”, confirms Magnus Sandberg, Sales and Marketing Manager at Emballator Mellerud.During and ...

Emballator in extensive energy project – takes Hjo into the future

Posted 2023-02-28

Many Swedish factories have been up and running for a long time. Most efforts are put into developing the production line while the infrastructure is allowed to lag behind. Emballator’s facility in Hjo is no exception – but now that is about to change. In close cooperation with the energy experts at Siemens, Emballator has started an extensive energy saving project.We’re like so many others, s...

Emballator offers bio-based materials from sugar cane

Posted 2023-02-21

Blow-moulded packaging in bio-based or recycled materials is the focus for Emballator Mellerud. And the demands from sustainability-conscious customers are increasing.Renewable materials are of great matter – and it will get even more important. Right now, Emballator Mellerud is experiencing a strong demand for blow-molded packaging in bio-based materials. This is also something that the compa...

Emballator top ranked in Hempel sustainability screening

Posted 2023-02-14

When Hempel, a leading company within coating solutions with brands as Hempel and Crown, made a procurement screening within sustainability, Emballator was top ranked. A proof on how the paint industry works together to make an impact, means Maria Edqvist Schultz, Head of Sustainability at Emballator.For Emballator sustainability is based on the Group’s shared ambition of developing packaging ...

We welcome Ann-Sofi Lindén – HR Manager at Emballator Lagan

Posted 2023-02-06

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“That all employees are very helpful. It is an open climate and prestige less in the whole organisation.”What is your primary role?”My role is HR Manager and I will be a support to the business and relieve the managers.”Shortly, can you tell us about your background?”I have a long experience from HR, both international and national....

Innovative tube solutions from Emballator at PCD – Paris Packaging Week

Posted 2023-01-24

During 2022, Emballator launched a series of innovative small dose tubes for cosmetic and personal care. At Paris Packaging Week 2023, Emballator will show the Twist Off Recap tube – a tube with a unique closure and with 16% less CO2 emissions.When it comes to the segment beauty and personal care, innovative and sustainable small tubes with smart closures are the focus for Emballator. Since la...

Emballator improves production with AI solutions

Posted 2023-01-17

An industry changing demands new solutions on todays – and tomorrows – challenges. Is it possible to solve in an efficient, digital, and more data driven way? At Emballator in Ulricehamn, AI has become a part of the solution.With the help of AI, 5G and self-driving vehicles, the movement towards Industry 4.0 is underway. The goal is to create a more efficient production and make improvements w...

We welcome Magnus Banérson – new Financial manager at Emballator Lagan

Posted 2023-01-13

What are your first impressions of Emballator?”A positive impression, it feels like the company is investing both locally and centrally. It is clear that investments are made in growth to be able to development and evolve.”What is your primary role?“It is divided in two parts, one is in the management team, the other is setting the structure for the new finance organization and leading...

Emballator starts district heating deliveries in collaboration with Hjo Energi

Posted 2023-01-10

Exploring the possibilities to create synergies within the local community is an effective way to become more sustainable and save energy. Emballator Tectubes in Hjo is now starting a collaboration with the municipal energy company Hjo Energi that will be a win-win for both parties.The idea is that Emballator Tectubes sells surplus heat from its own processes to Hjo Energi. The excess heat com...

We welcome Stefan Ejsing – new Purchase and Planning manager at Emballator Lagan

Posted 2022-12-22

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“They are only positive. Emballator is an interesting company with a modern and automized production as well as good values. It seems to be great people here and that is the most important.”What is your primary role?“I am responsible for purchasing locally at Emballator Lagan. Right now, it is a lot of compilation and getting a picture of w...

Merry Christmas and Happy new year

Posted 2022-12-20

This Christmas we support the Swedish Childhood Cancer Fund, the local Bradford Children’s charity called Buttercup Children trust, and the local children’s hospital in Tampere. Children and cancer don’t belong together. We are proud to support Barncancerfonden and their vital work. Together we help keep cancer away from children.With this we would also like to say Merry Christmas and Happy n...

We welcome Fredrik Wernersson – Sales and Marketing Manager at Emballator Växjö

Posted 2022-12-15

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“That it is a structured, passionate, and welcoming company. There is also a lot of joy. Emballator in Växjö is a modern company but with long traditions, it is a mix between modern production and traditions.”What is your primary role?“My primary role as Sales and Marketing Manager is to build the new team in step 1. It is also working clos...

New LED lighting creates added value for Emballator Tectubes

Posted 2022-12-06

Reduced energy consumption and better working conditions were the main reasons for Emballator Tectubes to invest in new lighting in its Hjo factory.Tectubes’s production facility in Hjo has, like so many other factories, been depending on outdated lighting solutions equipped with traditional thick T8-fluorescent tubes. And that is not an optimal solution, says Jonas Strålman, Production Manag...

Emballator Innovation Center tests dynamic shelf-life label with Innoscentia

Posted 2022-11-29

Together with the Swedish smart packaging startup Innoscentia, Emballator Innovation Center are testing a dynamic shelf-life label for fresh meat. Christian Olsson, Material Specialist at Emballator Innovation Center, has tested the label.The idea is quite simple – Innoscentia wants to help consumers, retailers, and producers to reduce food waste. With a dynamic label that shifts colors depend...

Five facts about UN certified metal packaging from Emballator

Posted 2022-11-22

UN Certification for packaging is not awarded by the manufacturers of the packaging but by independent certification organizations. Emballator holds a wide range of UN certificates to cover a wide range of packaging for different product classes. Each certificate ensures that the product has undergone and passed rigorous testing at an approved certification organization. UN Metal Packa...

We welcome Martin Karlsson – Sales at Emballator Mellerud

Posted 2022-11-18

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“It is that it is a very familiar and welcoming company. Everyone is helpful and it is a good atmosphere.”What is your primary role?“It is taking care of our existing customers but also finding new business. I will help the customers to develop.”Shortly, can you tell us about your background?“For 20 years I have worked in the daily ...

Emballator aims for halved CO2 emissions to 2030

Posted 2022-11-15

Manufacturing without emitting carbon dioxide – is it even possible? At Emballator, the goals have been set high, and recently the company launched their vision of a CO2-neutral company in the whole value chain to 2045. The company also plans to half their CO2 emissions per revenue by 2030.Energy use, material handling and transports are the core priorities of the investment. As sustainability...

Climate conscious recycling of waste materials at Emballator Ulricehamn

Posted 2022-11-08

Nothing is wasted at Emballator in Ulricehamn. Metal waste from production is recycled into a ”second life” in other products, like engine blocks.When you produce cylindrical cans there will be metal waste, it is inevitable. But at Emballator in Ulricehamn, nothing goes to waste. Metal waste and scrap are delivered to a recycling company, ensuring that the metal is reused in new products. A po...

We welcome Morten Strömsrud – CFO at Emballator Växjö

Posted 2022-11-04

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“It’s exciting and I feel very welcome to the company. There is a lot of new things to learn but everything is exciting. It feels like there is a lot of heart in the company and everyone is happy.”What is your primary role?“I will run the financial department here. I am also a part of the management team and will in that work influence and ...

New CFO recruited to Emballator

Posted 2022-11-01

Another cornerstone is added to the Emballator HQ team. Ulf Segerström has been recruited as CFO and will be an important part of building a leading European packaging group.Ulf Segerström is a senior CFO with long experience from working in complex international groups with finance teams in multiple countries. During his career he has worked for Fristads Kansas Group, Hemtex, and Milko. In Fr...

We welcome Isaac Asante – Apprentice Multi-skilled Engineer at Emballator UK

Posted 2022-10-26

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“Excellent. An amazing group of people in the engineering department where I find myself. As a Multi-skilled Engineer Apprentice, the team has been putting in great effort to make me feel welcomed. I cannot think of a better place to begin my Engineering journey.”Shortly, can you tell us about your background?“I am a determined individual w...

10 benefits with metal cans

Posted 2022-10-20

Let’s learn more about metal packaging from Emballator. Continue to read and we’ll give 10 benefits with metal packaging. It’s infinitely recyclable. Metal is a permanent material that can be infinitely recycled without loss of quality. It’s easy to sort and recycle. Steel is magnetic, making it easy to separate, sort and recycle. It helps extend product shelf-life. Made from ...

Emballator selected as finalists in Plastics Industry Awards 2022

Posted 2022-10-18

The Plastics Industry Awards acknowledge the best companies and the best people in the plastics industry and have awarded companies annually since 2001. In this year’s award, Emballator are a finalist in five categories.The Plastics Industry Awards have become a forum for recognizing and rewarding excellence in a competitive market. The awards ceremony was launched in 2001 and is held annually...

Emballator takes important step to grow with tubes for medical and pharmaceutical segment

Posted 2022-10-11

Emballator Tectubes has long experience from manufacturing tubes for medical products. As a part of the company’s strategy to grow in the medical and pharmaceutical segment, the unit in Åstorp has now become certified according to ISO 15378.The Emballator Tectubes unit in Åstorp has for a long-time manufactured products for demanding customers in the medical segment. With more than 130 millio...

New Managing Director to Emballator Metal Group

Posted 2022-10-10

Christian Höglund is the new Managing Director for Emballator Metal Group. With strong focus on customers, sustainability, and innovation his mission is to take the business area to the next level.Christian’s background is both broad and with experience from different industries. During his career he has held positions as CEO of Laserkraft, Supply chain director of Troax and COO ...

Emballator appoints new Head of Marketing and Sales Excellence

Posted 2022-10-03

With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation Emballator will become a significantly larger and more international packaging group. Kent Viitanen, starting his role in January 2023, will lead the company’s growth and now next important piece is added – Maria Backlund is recruited as Head of Marketing and Sales Excellence.Maria Backlund is an experienced sales and marketing professional ...

Emballator participates at the fair stage at Scanpack

Posted 2022-09-27

During the Scanpack fair 2022 Emballator participates in three activities on the stage. In all three the company is represented by Mats Jeppsson, Innovation Manager at Emballator Innovation Center.On the first day of the fair Mats is leading a seminar about the way towards sustainable packaging for Emballator.”It feels exciting and fun to be able to talk about our studies and reflections w...

Emballator presents sustainable packaging innovations at Scanpack

Posted 2022-09-21

Emballator offers packaging solutions for future generations. That means that the company develop and manufacture packaging with high focus on innovation and sustainability.In the Emballator Scanpack stand in October 2022 the company will present their latest sustainable packaging innovations. The Emballator experts will be there to talk about recycled material, the company’s high focus on sus...

Possibilities at Emballator Innovation Center – Focus on design

Posted 2022-09-16

What are the possibilities at Emballator Innovation Center? Brendon Vermillion, Innovation Designer, talks about the importance of the right design to create sustainable packaging.Why is the design important to create sustainable packaging?“Sustainability in our time has become a starting point, a standard, and a goal all at the same time. From the very beginning at the discussion stage an...

The expert’s top 5 advice on recycled materials in cans and bottles

Posted 2022-09-13

How to choose the right recycled material for the right product, in line with the brand? Markus Porath, Product and Development Manager at Emballator Mellerud, shares his best tips.Consider traceability. Is the packaging to be used for food or for contents classified as dangerous goods, ie UN marking? Consumer recycled plastic is almost impossible to trace, meaning that you in this case migh...

Possibilities at Emballator Innovation Center – Leading the innovation

Posted 2022-09-06

What are the possibilities at Emballator Innovation Center? Mats Jeppsson, Innovation Manager, talks about innovation management.What is innovation for Emballator?“Innovation is an important part of our values in the Green bag. Without innovation we would stand still!Our definition of innovation is an implemented idea that creates value. So, the innovation should create value for the s...

Kent Viitanen appointed new Group CEO of Emballator

Posted 2022-08-31

The goal is to make Emballator a significantly larger and more international packaging group with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. To lead the growth, Emballator has now recruited a new Group CEO, Kent Viitanen - an experienced and senior business executive with a long and successful career in SKF.To enable continued rapid expansion, Emballator has now recruited Kent ...

Thesis project at Emballator a sustainable experience

Posted 2022-08-30

“How can the material flow be improved and metal waste decrease?” That was the question that two students from Jönköping School of Engineering were assigned to answer in their final thesis project at Emballator in Ulricehamn.To write a final thesis about a real case and make a difference what was made Adrian Bergström and Felix Ble Cato, former students at Industrial Engineering and Management...

We welcome Ulrika Andersson – HR Manager at Emballator Metal Group

Posted 2022-08-23

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“That it is a very warm and welcoming company. I quickly felt like one of the team and like the forward thinking that exists.”What is your primary role?“I am responsible for all HR related questions in Ulricehamn and Lempäälä in Finland. That means, for example, to secure and develop processes, work with Employer branding, labor law and tra...

Product innovation from Emballator – launches Twist off Reseal tube

Posted 2022-08-16

Emballator Tectubes are introducing a new innovative small dose tube, this time with a Twist off Reseal closure. With its unique integrated and resealable twist off closure the tube is both for multi and/or single dose use.“This new tube is suitable for a vast range of cosmetic and personal care products. The big advantage of this resealable tube is that its travel safe when unbroken but still...

How to get lighter packaging with blow moulding

Posted 2022-08-09

Blow moulding of plastic packaging provides many opportunities to influence the weight of the packaging. Good for the environment and good for your economy! Markus Porath, Product and Development Manager at Emballator Mellerud, shares some know-how.Lightweighting is the art of making packaging as light as possible, without affecting the strength or the functionality of the packaging. As Produ...

Emballator participates at PCD Paris Packaging Week

Posted 2022-06-29

When it comes to tubes for cosmetic and personal care Emballator offer a wide assortment. At Paris Packaging Week Emballator will show their latest tube innovation – the Twist off Recap tube.Innovative small tubes with smart closures and sustainable solutions are the focus for Emballator when it comes to beauty and personal care. At the fair in Paris, Emballator will present new innovative and...

Emballator launches a new Twist off Recap Tube

Posted 2022-06-28

Emballator Tectubes are introducing an innovative small dose tube with a Twist off Recap solution. The integrated cap solution reduces the material content by 10% and the optimized manufacturing process minimizes the carbon footprint.“We are very proud of this new tube and a unique twist off cap closure. This tube is easy to fully empty, hygienic for multi dose use, and both material and energ...

We welcome Erik Lejon – new Market and Sales Director at Emballator Metal Group

Posted 2022-06-20

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“That it is a forward-thinking company with high customer focus. Very welcoming.”What is your primary role?“I am responsible for sales and marketing within Emballator Metal Group. For me customer satisfaction and achievements of the company are the most important.”Shortly, can you tell us about your background?“I have experience fro...

Energy saving projects provide more efficient production at Emballator in Ulricehamn

Posted 2022-06-14

In two years, Emballator in Ulricehamn has streamlined its energy use by 10 percent.”By implementing a lot of different initiatives, we are now consuming less energy per manufactured product. We have also taken another step towards becoming climate neutral”, says Ulrica Emanuelsson, Quality & Environmental Manager at Emballator Metal Group in Ulricehamn.With increasing electricity pri...

Sustainable packaging solutions in focus at the Grand Opening of Emballator Innovation Center

Posted 2022-06-09

Last week the Emballator Innovation Center in Ljungby, Sweden, opened. The innovation center consists of over 700 square meters of development area and was visited by customers, industry colleagues, and other stakeholders. The center was opened by Stina, 8 years, a representative for the future generation that Emballator works for.The Grand Opening of the Emballator Innovation Center was fille...

We welcome Nigel Webster – new Sales Account Manager at Emballator Packaging UK

Posted 2022-06-07

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“Great first impressions. The team have gone out of their way to welcome me and spend time explaining their roles and responsibilities. The manufacturing operation was a real eye opener, as it is my first experience of the art of can making. I will never look at a can, pot, and pail in the same light again!”What is your primary role?“My pri...

Emballator participates at Cosmetic Business in Munich

Posted 2022-06-01

When it comes to tubes and closures for cosmetic and personal care Emballator offer a wide assortment. At the Cosmetic Business fair in Munich Emballator will show new innovations and most popular products within the beauty segment.Innovative small tubes with smart closures and sustainable solutions are the focus for Emballator when it comes to beauty and personal care. At the fair in Munich E...

Emballator Tectubes launches a new range of Small Dose tubes

Posted 2022-05-31

Emballator Tectubes are introducing a range of smaller tubes for a smaller footprint, but a larger impact. This range of innovative small dose tubes are possible to use for a wide area of applications, from pharmaceutical to cosmetic products.The range includes six different products in PE, PCR aluminium, and aluminium.“All products in this new range have been created with focus on sustain...

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...

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...

Increased packaging recycling in Sweden during 2020

Posted 2021-12-28

Recycling is increasing in Sweden and in 2020 the amount of packaging that were left for recycling hit a record, this according to FTI (Förpacknings- och Tidningsinsamlingen). The report from FTI also shows that almost a fourth of all packaging is sorted in the wrong way.Making it easy for the consumer to recycle the packaging in the right way, is one of Emballators focus. Together with custom...

Merry Christmas and Happy new year

Posted 2021-12-23

This Christmas we support the Swedish Childhood Cancer Fund and the local children’s hospital in Tampere. Children and cancer don’t belong together. We are proud to support Barncancerfonden and their vital work. Together we help keep cancer away from children.With this we would also like to say Merry Christmas and Happy new year to our employees, customers, and suppliers. Thank ...

Emballator produces limited edition anniversary cans for Göteborgs Pepparkaksbageri

Posted 2021-12-21

In 2021 Gothenburg city celebrates 400 years and during the year different anniversary products are released, all with a connection to the Swedish city. In December Göteborgs Pepparkaksbageri are releasing a special edition of their popular gingerbreads – the packaging is produced by Emballator.Göteborgs Pepparkaksbageri have been a customer to Emballator in Ulricehamn for many years, often it...

Emballator Växjö puts in another gear – invests in new production facilities

Posted 2021-12-14

New production areas and an even more efficient production flow. That’s the goal as Emballator Växjö puts in the next gear.As the Emballator Groups experts in specialty closures, Emballator Växjö’s products are in great demand by customers. After several successful projects, the business has a very high degree of automation. Among other things, a super effective AGV-solution with driverless ...

Emballator Mellerud grows with its customers – invests in increased production capacity

Posted 2021-12-07

Emballator Mellerud is now installing one of Scandinavia's largest blow moulding machines for the production of four- and five-liter cans. “The demand is great, and we are making this investment to be able to grow with both our existing and our new customers”, says Joakim Johannesson, CEO of Emballator Mellerud.The new blow moulding machine has a capacity of four plus four cans and will doubl...

Emballator searches for students for a sustainability project

Posted 2021-11-30

Do you want to contribute to a more sustainable industry? Emballator Metal Group in Ulricehamn, Sweden, are looking for students to investigate how the company can decrease metal waste.For Emballator Metal Group sustainability is in focus in many ways, for example by updating and optimizing products and using less raw material. All metal waste from production is sold to recycling, but the com...

Emballator Lagan awarded for engagement with youth

Posted 2021-11-23

Since 2017 Linnéakademin is handing out Pontonjärspriset. An award that highlights people who in different ways create bridges between academy and business in Kronoberg and Kalmar County. One of this year’s winners are Emballator Lagan and Anton Olsson, Product manager.The award was founded by Kristina Alsér, former governor in Kronoberg County, and Emballator Lagan and Anton Olsson is given t...

We welcome Daniel Enedahl – new technical manager at Emballator Tectubes

Posted 2021-11-18

What are your first impressions of Emballator?“I’ve noticed high commitment from my colleagues. My area is wide and demands a good cooperation between different departments and I can see that they all are engaged in solving what needs to be solved. My feeling is also that the end-customer is closer to my work here.”What is your primary role?“I’m responsible to make sure that the techni...

Emballator participates in packaging conference

Posted 2021-11-09

“Right plastics in the right place” is this year’s theme of the Pack & Plast Conference, hosted by Packmarknaden on the 11th of November. Emballator will participate in the conference discussing circular design and the future of biomaterial.Mats Jeppsson, Innovation Manager at Emballator Innovation Center, is participating as a speaker. Together with Elna Hallgard, Orkla Foods Sverige, and...