At Paris Packaging Week (January 28-29, 2025), Isimat, a manufacturer of printing machines for predominantly cylindrical parts and a subsidiary of the Kurz Group, presented "The Koi Can", an aesthetically appealing packaging solution that brings visual and haptic effects to inspire brands.
The design was developed by combining Isimat's patented InLine Foiling technology and screen printing in a single machine.
inLine Foiling is an innovative cold metallization technology that requires no heat or pressure, which reduces energy consumption and makes it suitable for thin-walled surfaces.
The process begins by applying a UV primer to the areas to be metallized. Next, the silver metallized transfer film is placed in contact with the adhesive, and the metallization is deposited only on the coated areas, thanks to simultaneous curing of the adhesive via UV lamps.
To enable multicolor metallized printing, Kurz products can be overprinted: to personalize the effects, tinted varnishes are applied to the metallization to create a wide range of metallic finishes. The surface can also be overpainted to guarantee greater durability and enhance the appearance. Kurz holographic films can also be used to create attractive effects.
By using a single Kurz silver reference and playing with overprinted shades, inLine Foiling cuts costs, eliminates minimum order quantities and optimizes inventory management.
This technique offers an elegant decorative solution, guaranteed color accuracy and greater flexibility for eco-responsible production. In fact, the use of UV technology guarantees faster drying and lower energy consumption during the production process. This innovation represents a significant advance in the packaging industry, combining efficiency and energy savings.
InLine Foiling offers an alternative to hot stamping. This thin-wall process can be used on plastic, glass and aluminum substrates.
