OPAL CARTONS INSTALLS NEW RAPIDA 106X

Packaging solutions supplier Opal Cartons has invested in a new B1 Koenig & Bauer Rapida 106X press for its Christchurch site.

The company says the major new investment demonstrates its commitment to innovation and high-quality print for local manufacturing in the South Island.

Terri Smith, general manager of Opal Cartons New Zealand, said the investment offers significant advantages, using the latest technology to create additional capacity through efficiencies and high-quality printed products for Opal’s valued customers.

“This investment shows our commitment to integrate advanced technology into our South Island Carton site and deliver the best quality products for our customers,” said Smith. “The printer’s technological features will enhance our production capabilities and set new benchmarks in efficiency and quality, allowing us to continue offering unmatched services to customers in the South Island, and across New Zealand.

“This investment furthers our commitment to ensuring carton packaging for New Zealand is made in New Zealand by those on the ground at our South Island site,” said Smith.

Opal Cartons Christchurch has been manufacturing for 40 years, supplying cartons to a range of key industries including FMCG, Seafood, Dairy and Beverages. The business recently won gold in the Structural Design Packaging category at the Pride in Print 2024 Awards for the design of a cookie bucket sleeve developed in collaboration with iconic New Zealand brand and Opal Cartons customer, Cookie Time.