Transforming natural fibers into new packaging solutions: this is the central challenge of FIBER-CAP, a SACMI research and development project funded by the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT) via the ‘Agreements for Innovation’ investment tender.
The project is part of advanced research and prototyping efforts by the SACMI Rigid Packaging Lab, which focuses on developing technologies for sustainable rigid packaging and exploring the potential of paper-based biomaterials.
FIBER-CAP aligns with a SACMI innovation strategy that seeks to make the most of development opportunities in high-potential sectors by focusing on sustainability and developing new materials and production processes. In this context, the project has led to the establishment of the SACMI Dry Molding Line, an automated pilot line for the dry molding of caps, closures and other components made of cellulose-based material.
This marks the transition from experimentation to a technology that’s been tested for industrial use and is able to produce finished, ready-to-use components. Specific validation tests have confirmed the quality of the product, the stability of the process and the soundness of the line. The technology has also demonstrated a capacity to handle various materials and formats flexibly.
