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44 tobaccoasia MANUFACTURING NEWS 制造新闻 GERMANY New Addition to FLEXPORT Line The latest addition to the Flexport family is the CI module for capsule insertion. The platform now offers a total of four modules for flexible filter design. Filters play a key role in defining the flavor, appearance, performance, and feel of cigarettes. They are responsible for a constantly growing range of characteristics and the trend shows no signs of stopping. "Customers have enthusiastically welcomed the Flexport platform for flexible filter design that we launched in 2013," reports Arne Klisch, product consultant engineering. "The platform can be integrated into the KDF 5 and KDF 6Lead filter makers. It is based on a modular concept in which a base port is placed between the tow processor and the rod maker. The concept provides universal interfaces that make it possible to integrate function modules for producing special filters." At the moment, the Flexport system features four modules that answer the need for maximum flexibility in handling the increasingly complex range of filter specifications. As well as the existing modules for granulate application, channel ventilation, and thread application, the CI module now enables manufacturers to insert up to 24,000 capsules per minute. The additional acceleration option guarantees the filter rod speed (in meters) at a higher capsule insertion rate. "The CI module is an enhanced version of the familiar Hauni capsule inserter HCI) and allows manufacturers to create entirely new flavor experiences for their products quickly and easily using aroma capsules," said Klisch. "These fragile capsules can be tricky to handle in filter production, so we made precision and reliable output the top priorities when designing the module." The Flexport system and capsule inserter module can also be retrofitted to Hauni makers KDF 5 and KDF 6Lead. It offers the advantages one would expect from the Flexport platform in terms of fast changeovers during the production of special filters. As well as effectively future proofing the customer investments, the system – as the name suggests – also supplies the outstanding flexibility required to secure the viability of today's and tomorrow's filter cigarette production facilities. "With the Flexport system, we not only offer our customers a broad spectrum of production options through our current range of four modules," said Klisch. "We are constantly adding new modules to our portfolio. Moreover, with Flexport we have an ideal platform for developing and implementing special customer specific projects." Hauni's FLEXPORT line now offers four modules this additional recognition underlines our ongoing commitment to the industry." Essentra Scientific Services was established to conduct internal testing and r&d for Essentra's filter products division, and is located near the site of the original cigarette filter factory which was founded in 1948. Recent growth has seen the laboratory expand as a commercial venture testing combustible products, ignition propensity, tobacco, and vaping products for manufacturers around the globe. Internal company support continues, with the laboratory additionally using its extensive scientific experience to provide analysis and technical knowledge to Essentra's e-cigarette offering, where manufacturing has recently been relocated to the company's Greensboro, US site. WORLD Tobacco Packaging to Grow to US$16.65 by 2022 A new report by Marketsandmarkets says that packaging for the tobacco industry will grow from US$14.27 billion in 2017 to US$16.65 billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 3.1%. According to the report, the tobacco packaging segment is witnessing considerable growth due to the rise in per capita income and stressful lifestyles. Equality laws for women have devel- oped a new market for female smokers, which is another key factor fueling the growth. Tobacco packaging has come across new opportunities due to the growing population and the technologi- cal advancements. The paper box segment is expected to have a high growth rate during the forecast period. Due to rising issues regarding the non-biodegradable nature of plastic and metal packaging, paper box packaging is highly pre- ferred by manufacturers. The secondary segment accounted for the largest share in 2016, and is also projected to grow at the highest CAGR over the next five years. Increase in consumption of cigarettes in social gatherings and rise in demand for innovative cigarette boxes have boosted the market for secondary packaging. Countries such as China and Japan are expected to witness high growth in the tobacco packaging segment due to rapid economic expansion.