The first to commercialize combishape aseptic technology, CAPSA of Spain claims it has ‘The most advanced packaging for the most innovative product.’

Aseptic filling of paper/foil containers and high speed cup making are common enough. But rarely have the two been combined as effectively as in the Combishape packaging system behind the 1-L containers of NaturLinea premium milk from CAPSA, a large cooperative in Oviedo, Spain.

Supplied by SIG Combibloc, the Combishape system is unique in its ability to produce aseptic beverage cartons in “more than 40 basic shapes, each with its own characteristics,” According to SIG. CAPSA, the first to commercialize the new technology, chose an oval shape for its NaturLinea.

The entire line is controlled from forming to end of line with ELAU’s PacDrive automation system. Some 66 servo drives synchronize operations.

The forming and filling system consists of four sections: adapter sealing station, body forming unit, transfer station, and filling unit. The combishape is assembled from separate roll-fed sleeve, base and lid, with a three-part closing fitment consisting of adapter, pull-tab and screw cap.

“By letting us further enhance product differentiation through carton shape, combishape represents a revolution in the packaging sector,” says CAPSA president Pedro Astals.

Pat Reynolds, Editor