The new HexStack packaging system features a single layer of Hexacomb honeycomb material which is custom-die cut to accommodate the specific bottle neck.
The pad is laid on top of a layer of bottles, with the closures and necks inserted into the die cuts.
The die-cut orifice surrounds the bottle neck and rests on the shoulder, thereby immobilising the container.
A secondary process can also punch die-cut a shallower, wider circular channel under the hole to accommodate an optional carrying handle ring.
The immobilised containers are less prone to shock and vibration damage experienced by some loads during transport.
Hexacomb says the system can provide more product at the retail location to be merchandised in the same amount of space.
