State of the art Livingston facility “progressing at pace”
March 30, 2022Saica Pack’s new state of the art manufacturing facility at Livingston, West Lothian, is progressing at pace, with installations nearing completion and operator training underway.
The eagerly-awaited new site will provide increased capacity and capability for customers using the latest technologies, whilst at the same time introducing sustainable packaging solutions to Scotland, in line with Saica’s commitments to the environment.
Construction of the site’s Fully Automated WIP (Work In Progress Storage System) is progressing well. A UK and Ireland first in the corrugated industry, the system will deliver multiple benefits including energy efficiency gains, increased safety and full flexible storage.
Installation of a new 6-colour high quality post print flexo folder gluer is almost complete, and training of operators of the machine has commenced. This machine will enable the production of high-quality graphics and versatility in one pass, with high die-cutting capability and accurate and consistent folding.
Work is also underway to deliver a new customer collaboration facility that allows customers to spend time with Saica’s designers and innovation project managers and walk out with a physical printed conceptual design all in the same day, giving customers the ability to visualise designs in 3D. This facility will enhance Saica’s ability to provide complete “end-to-end” packaging solutions for its customers and will greatly enhance customer experience.
