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2023/6/8

Kao Exhibited Decoration Processing Technology Utilizing Floating Linear Technology at interpack 2023

Kao Corporation and B&R K.K. presented a decoration processing technology based on floating linear technology, which allows the creation of personalized products to fulfill a variety of needs, at interpack 2023, a processing and packaging industry event. interpack 2023, the world’s largest international packaging and processing trade fair, was held in Düsseldorf, Germany, from May 4 to 10, 2023, with 2,807 exhibitors from 61 countries and approximately 143,000 visitors from 156 countries actively exchanged information on the latest technologies and solutions.

At this event, Kao exhibited a breakthrough device that employs B&R’s floating linear technology to enable decorative processing of designs according to the needs of each individual consumer.
Kao promotes ESG-driven Yoki-Monozukuri, contributing to a resource-circulating society, by delivering only what is needed through providing personalized products that can offer new value.

Exhibit Overview

Kao’s decorative processing machine was on display at the B&R booth at interpack 2023. To produce a design, a shuttle containing cosmetic compacts, which serve as the base of the design, is floated, moved, rotated and tilted in succession with high accuracy, and the foundation component is expelled from the nozzle. The provision of personalized products can be realized by combining six-directional motion control technology with a high degree of freedom and accurate injection technology.

Kao aims to realize a sustainable supply chain by achieving flexible and efficient production by promoting cutting-edge technology and DX, while B&R develops innovative solutions. All guests at the venue witnessed the convergence of initiatives by both companies for sustainable manufacturing and cutting-edge technologies.

Many participants from various industries, such as cosmetics, consumer products and food products, visited the exhibition, and the system was highly evaluated. The event was a meaningful opportunity to exchange opinions, such as regarding the future of personalization and effective utilization for high-mix low-volume manufacturing.
To realize a sustainable society, Kao creates opportunities for broad collaboration and promotes open innovation to address societal challenges by communicating its concepts and technologies for Yoki-Monozukuri with ESG integration globally.

About Kao

Kao creates high-value-added products and services that provide care and enrichment for the life of all people and the planet. Through its portfolio of over 20 leading brands such as Attack, Bioré, Goldwell, Jergens, John Frieda, Kanebo, Laurier, Merries, and Molton Brown, Kao is part of the everyday lives of people in Asia, Oceania, North America, and Europe. Combined with its chemical business, which contributes to a wide range of industries, Kao generates about 1,550 billion yen in annual sales. Kao employs about 35,400 people worldwide and has 136 years of history in innovation. 

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