Pantec develops and manufactures embellishment systems for the label and packaging industry. The goal: adding value to the packaging. At Labelexpo Europe, Pantec’s experts have been discussing RHINO Flatbed Technology, which is globally recognized for its precision, efficiency, and the ability to realize complex embellishment effects in a single pass.

Until now, PP labels in health and beauty were almost exclusively reserved for cold foil embellishment. Pantec’s RHINO Flatbed Technology breaks through this limitation, the company states, and opens up completely new embellishment possibilities for sophisticated cosmetics and lifestyle brands.

“Brand owners are looking for ways to differentiate their brands on the shelf – not only visually, but also haptically,” says Berat Abazi, head of application, Pantec.

Efficiency meets sustainability

• Maximum foil efficiency: Intelligent foil pattern systems allow significant foil savings between applications, thus reducing foil consumption. This is an efficiency that cannot be achieved with cold foil technology, the company says.
• Sharp, brilliant applications: Opens up completely new design worlds for designers with sharp, metallic effects and the finest details in premium quality.
• Haptic differentiation: Tactile 3D structures and relief embossing create brand experiences through touch – a decisive advantage over flat cold foil application.
• Innovative brand protection: Micro and nano structures enable sustainable security features with real copy protection and eye-catching effects.
• Multi-stroke technology: Multiple foil applications in a single pass increase efficiency and significantly expand creative possibilities. 

RHINO in practice

Pantec designed RHINO for demanding embellishment jobs. It features up to 80 tons of embossing force, production speeds of 150 m/m, and intelligent foil handling,

Possible applications include:

• Metallic highlights – fine applications with sharp edges.
• Embossed foil structures – with tactile depth.
• Structural effects – for haptic effects.
• Nano and micro structures – for brand protection.