Automated matching system
Addressing challenges and changes with the “Preforms and Closures” platform
The plastics industry is evolving rapidly, driven by tightening regulations and increasing demand for sustainability. Flexblow’s “Preforms and Closures” platform offers a comprehensive solution, connecting market needs with efficient and sustainable practices.
“While our state-of-the-art machinery ensures efficient bottle production, customers often struggle to source compatible preforms, closures, and other components. Recognising this gap, we created the ‘Preforms and Closures’ platform to extend the value of our solutions,” says FlexBlow. The “Preforms and Closures” platform combines advanced machinery with a vast selection of raw materials to streamline the production process.
Further, it provides access to a vast supplier database where products can be filtered based on specific needs, from technical specifications to sustainability criteria.
The platform’s automated matching system connects preforms to bottle production needs, analysing parameters such as neck standards, wall thickness, and material composition. This system ensures that 99% of enquiries result in tailored solutions —whether selecting the right preform or finding compatible closures or handles. This approach aims to save time, reduce errors, and guarantee that clients receive optimised results for their production challenges.
In a highly regulated industry, the platform also addresses regional sustainability requirements. For instance, Europe mandates PET bottles to contain at least 25% recycled plastic by 2025, increasing to 30% by 2030. Meanwhile, regulations in the U.S. and Asia present unique challenges. By actively promoting products made from rPET and other recyclable materials, the platform simplifies the transition to a circular economy.
Flexblow sees one of the platform’s key strengths in its transparency and data protection: sensitive supplier information, such as company names or technical drawings, remains confidential until a client’s enquiry is confirmed. This ensures secure and trustworthy collaboration between parties.
The platform also prioritises sustainability by actively promoting products made from rPET and other recyclable materials. “By integrating these solutions, it simplifies the transition to sustainable practices while helping clients meet modern market demands,” says Flexblow.
