With a long and storied history as a supplier to the food industry, and an exceptional ability to relate to customers and meet their needs with innovative solutions, it stands to reason that UNITED CAPS know a thing or two about food hygiene. That expertise was recently recognised by Wyeth Nutritionals Singapore who awarded UNITED CAPS a Certificate of Excellence for initiatives to prevent foreign objects in products supplied to the infant nutrition business.

The initiatives described as ’remarkable’ by Wyeth Nutritionals include the pallet-free production area thanks to automated conveyor belt systems.

The award represents more exciting news for UNITED CAPS in Asia as the investment in a new purpose built factory in Malaysia continues to progress well.

UNITED CAPS innovations like DOUBLEFLOW - a single closure that offers dual function took a starring role at the 5th Plastic Closure Innovations Congress held in Berlin, Germany between June 6th - June 8th.

The Congress represented another key speaking engagement for the UNITED CAPS team who have been in considerable demand throughout 2017. Much like other audiences across several continents this year, the Berlin attendees, which consisted primarily of leading industry professionals from right through the supply chain were highly engaged by the presentation from UNITED CAPS Chief Marketing and Innovation officer Astrid Hoffmann-Leist and Project Development Manager, Sebastien Hottlet.

Key themes addressed were how the ability to get close to customers and RELATE to their needs informed breakthrough product development.

UNITED CAPS will join leading industry professionals from right across the supply chain at the 5th Plastic Closure Innovations Congress held on 6-8 June 2017 at the Sofitel Kurfürstendamm in Berlin, Germany.

Continuing a global program of speaking engagements, a UNITED CAPS delegation will present the company’s latest innovative creations and showcase how the unique platform of RELATE, PERFORM and SUSTAIN fuels the UNITED CAPS innovation machine, enabling the creation of Differentiated Total Packaging Solutions.

The UNITED CAPS story is one of innovation and growth, transforming from a small family business into a respected and value adding, global, caps and closures partner to some of the worlds biggest companies, building scale, experience and expertise along the way.

Our new corporate movie showcases that journey showing how our family has grown to over 500 people and reveals that we’re only just getting started - the next steps in our journey are even more exciting.

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“We are pleased to be able to expand our already-broad portfolio to include these new product offerings,” said Benoît Henckes, CEO. “Our clients turn to UNITED CAPS for innovative solutions to their closure needs, including bespoke solutions. By adding this new technology and expertise from Dewit Plastics, we better position ourselves as a single source for clients for their caps, closures, and now handles, requirements.”

With transformation from a European player into a Global player a key facet of the UNITED CAPS business strategy, this deal is an important continuation of an impressive growth strategy that has seen a brand renaming and launch, global plant investments and a powerful sales and marketing campaign.

The acquisition provides exceptional value for both parties. Dewit Plastics is a specialist producer in injection moulding and thermoforming business and wish to concentrate their focus on the thermoforming area rather than on the production of caps and closures. This dovetailed effectively with the UNITED CAPS plan for some carefully chosen extension of the range and agreement was reached that satisfied both ambitions.

“We are pleased that the expert team at UNITED CAPS will be taking over this part of our business,” said Mr Alain Cap, owner of of Dewit Plastics. “Our customers for these products will be in good hands, and we will be better positioned to focus on our core injection moulding and thermoforming businesses.”

UNITED CAPS will be integrating the acquired production assets into the plant in Hoboken,  Belgium, over the coming weeks and the UNITED CAPS teamwill take over orders in early September, during that period a safety stock will be in place to ensure continuity of supply.

Described by CEO Benoit Henckes as "fresh and differentiating" UNITED CAPS unveiled a brand new "high impact" booth at INTERPACK which showcased how the brand, product portfolio and latest innovations come together to enable Differentiated Total Packaging Solutions.

Featuring exciting new graphics, powerful messaging and innovative new product displays, the 150sqm booth proved popular with customers, media and staff alike. 

Chief Marketing Officer Astrid Hoffmann-Leist explained "Our booth at INTERPACK succeeded in telling the story of how our ability to RELATE, PERFORM and SUSTAIN enables the creation of Differentiated Total Packaging Solutions. We were able to provide a forum for customers to get excited about the possibilities of working with UNITED CAPS as well as our recent innovations like In-Mould Labelling and Bi-Injection.

Customer excitement was matched by media interest with a strong demand for 1to1 interviews with Benoit Henckes. A clever booth journey enabled customers to not only see products but also experience them in the 'play zone' and even take a look at the future with an immersive virtual reality app. To cap it all, a small cinema theatre showcased a new movie telling the story of UNITED CAPS brand!

Video highlights of UNITED CAPS at Interpack can be found here.

UNITED CAPS are delighted to announce attendance at INTERPACK, an essential show for the packaging industry to be held 4th - 10th May 2017 in Düsseldorf, Germany.

On display will be a highly differentiated portfolio of innovative closure solutions that deliver convenience, functionality and sustainability to multiple industry sectors looking for outstanding closure performance, simple integration into existing process, high capping speeds and a reduction in their environmental impact.

These are exciting times at UNITED CAPS with a new global strategy and sustained R&D investment already yielding outstanding innovation, growth and results. INTERPACK promises to be a tremendous brand showcase.

Please visit UNITED CAPS at Booth #D67 in Hall 10 at INTERPACK. Product experts will be available to answer related questions.

For more information visit:

http://www.interpack.de

This week, UNITED CAPS took a golden opportunity at The 5th Dairy China Summit in Beijing to showcase how our market-driven approach encapsulated by the pillars of Relate, Perform, & Sustain enables the development of cutting edge technologies that enhance brand value for customers.

Major players from across the Chinese Dairy industry formed a highly attentive audience as they gathered at the Crown Plaza, Beijing to witness Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer Astrid Hoffmann-Leist and Project Development Manager Sebastien Hottlet present an exciting look at Differentiated Total Packaging Solutions.

Response to the presentation and the unveiling of a brand new UNITED CAPS brand video was extremely positive, garnering great feedback and fruitful discussion as well as facilitating many promising contacts with multinational and local stakeholders of the dairy industry.

As a gold sponsor of the event, we adopted a prominent role showcasing a broad and innovative portfolio of dairy closures on a booth, and served as Chairman on one day during the three day conference.

WHAT IS IT?

DOUBLEFLOW is a precision pouring instrument for edible oils.

WHY WE MADE IT?

To offer an unprecedented degree of choice and control from a single closure.

WHAT IS THE GAIN FOR YOU?

Enhancing the users edible oil experience, DOUBLEFLOW offers variety in pouring options and exceptional control thanks to its innovative droplet shape. It’s lightweight and attractive with no compromise on spill-free performance, keeping the bottle dry and easy to handle while maintaining the quality of the contents through its shelf life.

Beautiful Simplicity

Precise engineering ensures simplicity of design features like the innovative droplet shape that offers the option to drizzle or pour the oil. An ingenious pouring spout keeps the oil in the bottle not on the bottle!

Maximum Utility, Minimum Fuss

DOUBLEFLOW weighs just 3g and is optimised to perform reliably on the production line. No line modification is needed.

Sustainable Benefits

It’s not just a reliable reseal ensuring the contents are protected, a 17% reduction in CO2 emissions ensures that DOUBLEFLOW helps protect the planet too!

DOUBLEFLOW

1. Unique droplet shape offers fast and slow pour options
2. Weighs just 3g
3. Ingenious pouring spout for spill free performance
4. Content preserving tear-off membrane
5. Dimensions ensure quick and easy operational implementation
6. Wide variety of branding options for on-shelf standout.

UNITED CAPS will be a gold sponsor of The 5th Dairy China Summit in Beijing scheduled to be held on April 24-26 2017 at the Crowne Plaza Beijing Chaoyang U-Town, China.

More than 200 attendees are expected based on the great success of 4th Dairy China Summit held last November. The event will gather authoritative experts as well as industry leaders from across the Dairy industry from Dairy Producers right through to Packaging and Equipment Providers, logistics suppliers and retailers etc for a thorough analysis of innovations and Trends, marketing channels and safety controls impacting the dairy industry in China.

At the event UNITED CAPS will adopt a prominent role showcasing a broad and innovative portfolio of dairy closures at our booth.  In addition, we are delighted to have accepted a presenting slot at the summit where Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer Astrid Hoffmann-Leist and Project Development Manager Sebastien Hotlett will speak about Differentiated Total Packaging Solutions.