UFlex introduces new innovative products in Q1FY24

Packaging Films

High-barrier alox (F-PSX) film: The F-PSX is a high-barrier transparent BOPET film. It has a protective printable layer atop a high barrier vacuum deposit on one side and primer coated or untreated on the other side. The critical attributes of F-PSX include excellent moisture and oxygen barrier properties, higher yield over PVDC coated films, PVDC/EVOH (PE) coated film replacement, environmentally friendly, high clarity, and product visibility. 

Chemicals Business

Flex beam shrink sleeve matt opaque white: The flex beam shrink sleeve matt opaque white is an electron beam (EB) curable flexo white for shrink sleeves films developed by the UFlex Chemicals business. EB Shrink exhibits high opacity matt finish, tailored adhesion properties, and shrink characteristics that are formulated to print on a variety of shrink films as well as coated papers, films, and label stock on latest generations machines like Comexi Ci8 and other EB Flexo machines. It offers excellent rheology and flexibility with a shrink property of more than 70%. It provides enhanced opacity and adhesion to all types of sleeve material like PVC, PET, PET-G, OPS, OPP, etc.

Flexseal HSL OGR (HV): It is an environment-friendly aqueous dispersion coating by UFlex Chemicals, especially designed as oil and grease-resistant, heat-sealable coating for paper and paper board applications.  It is suitable for direct food contact applications as per FDA regulations. This product is approved and commercialised for paper board food tray applications.

Flexseal HSL 1025(G): The Flexseal HSL 1025(G) is an environment-friendly aqueous dispersion by UFlex Chemicals, especially designed as a heat-sealable coating for Kraft papers used in eCommerce paper bag applications. This coating is primarily used on paper for coating-to-coating side sealing on registered areas via the rotogravure process.

Flexcote HSLV  1170/ HF 200: The Flexcote HSLV 1170/HF 200 is a 2K PU solvent-based adhesive developed by UFlex Chemicals that involves the development of high solids with medium to high-performance for lamination for ketchup, hand wash, and sauce (applications). This product can run at a high solid 45-50%, against the conventional product which runs at 30-35% on a gravure cylinder. Hence, leads to a saving of solvent by 10-15%.

Holography Business

Dhoop-Chaav: It is a cutting-edge, multicolour petrol effect design film developed by UFlex Holography. Designed for decorative applications, this film is specially designed for sequins application in textiles. It imbibes a unique effect where, unlike the typical imported iridescent rainbow films, the Dhoop-Chaav film stands out with its distinctive effect, showcasing a visual appeal that's both captivating and unparalleled.  

Flexible Packaging Business

Large format liquid pouches with spout: Developed by UFlex Flexible Packaging, these demonstrate technological advancement and material science expertise. Pouch capacity ranges from 3 to 5 litres with innovative, ergonomically suited carry handles, and integrated spouts for enhanced user experience and easy dispensation. This packaging is designed to allow at least 70% less usage of plastic material unlike rigids. 

3-D Pouch with slider for 1kg Albikr Alleppey Green Cardamom: The product comes with ultra-user-friendly zip closures that provide an assurance of complete fastening and reliable product freshness. The BOPP matt finish film gives a neat and softer look to the packaging, making it look more natural.

DeHaat: This is a five-panelled pouch that is designed with registered tactile coating and a dynamic QR code. These features not only make the packaging stand out but also enable consumer connect.

Engineering Business

Rotary horizontal high-speed form fill and seal machine with gripper: Over the last decade, the flexible packaging industry has grown to astonishing heights. Among the increasing competition, manufacturers must practice continual innovation and development to stay ahead of the curve. There is a constant need for businesses to evolve to adapt to the needs of customers around thhe globe. A new design of a rotary horizontal high-speed form fill and seal machine with a gripper by UFlex Engineering enables output pouches to be held into the grippers to make them free from career belts. This ensures the quality of the pouch and controls leaks.