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thanks to a common outer diameter, we now have a much leaner way to approach our production schedule, while still being able to propose different shapes to our customers,” states Denis Trelhu, Production Manager, Lesieur.
Ensuring a sustainable future
Whether transparent or opaque, PET is a material of choice when it comes to bottling edible oil, since the bottles can be formed into specific shapes. As a leading PET solution pro- vider, Sidel has really contributed to Lesieur’s sustainability vision. “We have actually reduced the weight of our pre- forms. We are now able to produce bottles between 16-18 grams with up to 100% rPET,” comments Denis. Not only the packaging, but also the production line helped Lesieur pur- suing the goals from its sustainable development chart. By virtue of an optimized oven and lamps, the overall electrical consumption of the blower has been lowered. Moreover, blowing pressures have been greatly reduced, which leads to a decrease in energy consumption for the compressor fleet.
“We have developed an excellent partnership with two historic suppliers, Sidel and Serac, who have proven their expertise in the oil bottling field, while also leveraging the experience of the technicians who have been on site throughout the project. With this three-sided partnership, we are sure to take a big step
(Source: Sidel)
PROCESSING & PACKAGING
Christophe Lance, Plant Manager, Lesieur.
forward,” concludes Christophe Lance, Plant Manager, Lesieur.
(Source: Sidel)
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