Plasticum, a Netherlands -headquartered supplier of plastic packaging products specializing in the Personal Care, Food and Home Care markets, is launching a one-piece tube with an integrated closure: the Clube (a contraction for “closure” and “tube”).

This innovative packaging is produced by a patented bi-injection moulding process requiring a specific material formulation and innovative tooling techniques. In contrast with the traditional extrusion process, the production process developed by Plasticum enables to manufacture the complete product, including an in-mould-labelling decoration, in just one single production step.

According to Plasticum, the concept offers substantial advantages. Since the tube shoulder has been eliminated, up to 40% material is saved, which is quite positive for the environment. Material and weight reduction also means less waste and less rejects during processing, as well as less energy consumption. In addition to a reduction of the carbon footprint, these improvements hence result in overall cost savings.

Furthermore, Plasticum claims that the efficient production process of the Clube guarantees flexibility and short lead times. “Commercial delivery times can be reduced considerably. In addition, there is a high level of flexibility thanks to easy changeovers of colours and labels. Even small custom projects are feasible.

The production of the Clube will be demonstrated for the first time at the K 2010, the international trade fair for plastics and rubber, which will be held in Düsseldorf from October 27 to November 3.