For over 20 years, THSG has relied on BOBST converting technology as part of its setup allowing it to produce high quality paperboard packaging for many of the world’s best known brands
NOVACUT 106 ER Autoplaten flatbed die-cutter will support growth and increase capacity at TPN Packaging. (Credit: BOBST)
A new NOVACUT 106 ER Autoplaten die-cutter is the latest investment in BOBST technology by Bangkok-based Thung Hua Sinn Group. Installed at the company’s TPN Packaging division, the flatbed machine has helped increase productivity and efficiency in the production of folding cartons for global brand owner customers.
A leader in print and packaging innovation, Thung Hua Sinn Group (THSG) in Thailand has won many top industry awards in recognition of its commitment to excellence and sustainability in every aspect of its business. For over 20 years, THSG has relied on BOBST converting technology as part of its setup allowing it to produce high quality paperboard packaging for many of the world’s best known brands.
Focus on equipment, quality, and people
Established in Chinatown in Bangkok in 1953, as a small letter-press company, THSG is today one of the largest print and packaging manufacturers in South East Asia, led by Managing Director (and son of the original founder) Perapong Thungkasemvathana. The Group comprises six business units – Thung Hua Sinn, Thung Hua Sinn Printing Network, TPN Flexpak, TPN Packaging, TPN Medical Packaging, and TPN Food Packaging – each with its own specialism and expertise in labels, flexible packaging, folding cartons and corrugated boxes. Products are sold to markets in Thailand and beyond, including the food & beverage, textile, electronics, health care, medical, and automotive sectors.
While the packaging industry faces many challenges in regard to material cost and supply chain, THSG has positioned itself firmly at the forefront of developments through strategic investments in innovative solutions, great emphasis on educating its workforce and its dedication to client satisfaction. The company prides itself on keeping its production capabilities in peak condition by replacing individual machines every five years, on average, and is on track to post double-digit growth figures again this year.
Extending folding carton capabilities
Located on the thriving Wellgrow Industrial Estate, in Chachoengsao, east of Bangkok city center, THSG includes Thung Hua Sinn Printing Network, which was established up in 1993 as a one-stop solution for folding carton production. These capabilities were extended in 2014 with the introduction of TPN Packaging Company Limited. Set up in a separate 15,000 square meters facility, this ultra-modern factory is dedicated to leveraging machine automation and fully integrated workflow processes, increasing the focus on quality, hygiene, food safety, and not least sustainability.
The combined folding carton division offers printing, water-based and UV coating, laminating, die-cutting, window patching, blister coating, box forming and special effects, utilizing amongst others eight offset presses, 16 die-cutters, and nine folder-gluers. Accounting for THB 2 billion (US$ 53.5m) worth of revenue in 2021, it operates two shifts covering 24 hours six days of the week and employs more than 800 qualified and experienced personnel.
Having worked with BOBST converting equipment for over two decades, the latest acquisition from the Swiss manufacturer is a NOVACUT 106 ER Autoplaten flatbed die-cutter brought in to support growth and increase capacity at TPN Packaging. The new machine offers cutting, stripping and blanking in one pass, handling paper, carton and solid board, and light corrugated board, in maximum sizes of 1,060 x 760 mm (41.73 x 29.92 in) at a processing speed of up to 7,000 sheets per hour. It features smooth feeding, precise registration and perfect in-line stripping as well as automatic non-stop delivery for greater productivity and reduced waste.
Choosing reliability and sustainability
The key to success of any business is to understand the customers’ specific needs and requirements; a fundamental premise which pervades the company ethos of THSG and TPN Packaging, as well as BOBST. In today’s market, the impact of packaging on the planet is at the forefront of consumers’ minds which means all brands are looking for more eco-friendly solutions from their suppliers.
Sustainable manufacturing requires reliable machines that increase productivity and efficiency while also cutting waste of material and operator time, such as the BOBST NOVACUT 106 ER. Reliability, however, extends beyond the machine itself to the service and support structure provided by the manufacturer.
Source: Company Press Release