At the Drink Japan 2025, which will be held on December 3-5 in Tokyo, SACMI will present an integrated, digital production line for caps and preforms.

With the recently-launched CCM64MD cap presses and IPS400D preform presses, this SACMI line takes digital control to the next level – by integrating hardware-software solutions on all the machines, new cloud-based support services and having AI vision systems perform smart, predictive process and maintenance management.

SACMI will present its integrated, digital production line for caps and preforms at Drink Japan 2025.

Machine-integrated hardware-software kit: SMARTPACK

SACMI will show SMARTPACK, an advanced, machine-integrated hardware-software kit that maximizes the flexibility and precision of real-time adjustments during production.

This system oversees key process parameters such as correct pellet insertion, the condition of the hydraulic oil and the mold cooling mixture, plus proper operation of components in both the hydraulic and temperature control systems.

All data is readily available in the Control Room, allowing real-time monitoring. SMARTPACK can predict production drifts, simplify running to prevent waste or errors, and ensure long-term machine and mold efficiency.

Alongside SMARTPACK, SACMI also offers SMARTCARE, a process parameter monitoring solution that, thanks to cloud-based sharing of machine operating data with SACMI assistance, provides predictive information on performance, diagnostics and maintenance.

Expanding product development and design services: Rigid Packaging LAB

With its cross-disciplinary expertise and sophisticated equipment, SACMI’s Rigid Packaging Lab develops comprehensive, optimized solutions to meet every packaging requirement. For example, it offers the market’s widest range of new 26/22 mm neck-caps, available in both tethered and non-tethered versions.

Comprehensive consulting also includes new recycling opportunities, such as the recently-presented SACMI PURECAP project aims to create a complete supply chain for the manufacture of caps in recycled HDPE.

Vision systems and AI

SACMI will also showcase its artificial vision systems, making full use of automation by maximizing synergy between traditional quality control and AI.

One of the latest innovations is PVS Robot, which performs automatic off-line preform quality control. All systems can be merged with the Classy AI software interface to allow automatic defect classification, which allows easier worker training and provides real-time access to process data and logged data.