In the ever-evolving landscape of plastic packaging, innovation remains a driving force behind transformative change. SIPA, an industry leader in packaging solutions, has been able to reach new goals in the field of wine bottling.
In this article we will illustrate the case history regarding the solutions designed and implemented for PDG Plastiques, a customer who had specific needs for the packaging of a complex product such as sparkling wine.
We will explore the initial needs of the company, SIPA's approach in identifying specific solutions, the technologies adopted, the results achieved and the growth horizons.
About PDG Plastiques
PDG is an independent family business, firmly geared towards innovation with attention not only to the economic sphere but also to the social and environmental one. PDG Plastiques' mission is to become an essential partner in the field of PET preforms, bottles and containers and bio-sourced materials.
The customer's needs
PDG Plastiques recognized the potential of PET for sparkling wine, asking for SIPA's support for the creation of preforms.
The first step is an investment by PDG Plastiques in a preform mold with 32 cavities specially designed by SIPA for the bottling of sparkling wine.
This strategic choice - which proved to be successful - has allowed PDG Plastiques to place itself in a leadership position thanks to its ability to revolutionize the wine packaging sector.
The subsequent steps saw the involvement of SIPA in supplying not only preform molds but also preform systems and blowing molds, through the adoption of extremely efficient solutions.
Growth horizons
PDG Plastiques' vision and investment in SIPA's technology have enabled them to serve the wine packaging markets not only in their home country of France but also in Spain, Germany, and Italy, where the appreciation for fine wines runs deep.
SIPA's technologies for PET bottling: efficiency and sustainability
At technological level, SIPA's solutions offered to PDG Plastiques are mainly based on XFORM 350 GEN 4 preform system, a machine capable of satisfying the most complex applications while ensuring the highest quality and cost optimization.
The XFORM platform, available in 250, 350 and 500 tonne versions, represents the pinnacle of high-efficiency PET preform production through conventional injection systems.
The plant handles molds with up to 200 cavities, making it a versatile choice for various packaging needs.
From a sustainability point of view, XFORM stands out for its exceptional energy efficiency, low maintenance costs and unique ability to accept molds from any manufacturer, showcasing its adaptability and value in the PET preform manufacturing industry.
Conclusions
The collaboration between SIPA and PDG Plastiques is a concrete example of how technological innovation and strategic vision can transform the packaging sector, even for complex products such as sparkling wine.
Thanks to the advanced solutions proposed by SIPA, PDG Plastiques has been able to establish itself as a leader in the PET wine packaging market, responding not only to the needs of the product but also to the increasingly pressing demands for sustainability and cost optimization.
The adoption of the XFORM 350 GEN 4 preform system has made it possible to improve production efficiency, reduce energy consumption and reduce maintenance costs, positioning PDG Plastiques in a pioneering role in the sector.
This growth path is just the beginning: thanks to the versatility of SIPA technologies and the ability of PDG Plastiques to seize market opportunities, the prospects for international expansion are becoming more and more concrete, demonstrating how innovation can become a strategic competitive advantage.
