“The feedback from Intrograf on the improved MetsäBoard Classic FBB was very valuable. We knew that if the board met these requirements, we were on the right track,” comments Moczulski. When Intrograf is using MetsäBoard Clas- sic FBB, the company pays particular attention to the material’s performance during printing – especially in the case of Pharmacodes – as well as to its suitability for applying tamper- evident security features. “Our customers consider the quality and speed of packaging processing on their high- speed packing lines to be crucial, as well as the ability to produce serialisation printing at an enhanced quality level,” Taracha adds. SEEKING GROWTH VIA EXCELLENCE Piotr Orlinski , Technical Service Manager at Metsä Board, notes that Intrograf has gained the trust of the major brand owners due to its unwavering commitment to quality. “Intrograf is also developing its opera- tions very dynamically, while being open to new ideas in pursuit of growth,” he assesses, adding that Metsä Board is eager and proud to assist in any way it can. Intrograf uses MetsäBoard Classic FBB due to its excellent technical properties – par- ticularly in printing and folding – and its out- standing balance of price and quality, explains Agnieszka Betiuk , Development Manager at Intrograf. “MetsäBoard Classic FBB is the leading choice for us and our customers when produ cing packaging for high-speed packing lines,” she says. Betiuk admits that selecting and qualify- ing a new substrate is certainly not a simple process when working with the pharma indus- try. Intrograf must take not only quality and performance into account but also the source of origin, available certifications and logistical capabilities. “Any change on our side must be fully documented and thoroughly tested,” she says, adding that this is required both by the cus- tomers and the certifications Intrograf holds, including ISO standards. PRINTING ACADEMY NURTURES NEW IDEAS Intrograf strongly emphasises building close relationships with both customers and suppli- ers. So, in addition to regular service, Intrograf
Piotr Taracha, CEO of Intrograf, and Agnieszka Betiuk, Development Manager.
offers its business partners training under the banner of the Printing Academy. This training programme, established in 2011, offers peri- odic training courses for customers, held by experienced experts. “With Metsä Board, we educate our guests in the areas of technology, materials, innova- tion and optimisation,” Taracha explains. “It’s a great tool for helping each other out and creating new projects through knowledge- sharing,” says Orlinski. Moczulski adds that sustainability issues are increasingly in customers’ minds. “Sustainability really is the big story chan ging the market.” In addition to in-person workshops, these training activities include regular online webi- nar meetings. To date, Intrograf has trained more than 4,000 participants.
27
DEMANDING TESTING ANCHORS SUCCESS When Intrograf decides to qualify a new printing substrate, or when the properties of a supplied substrate change, the company is required to conduct a series of tests – both at its own printing facility and on the customers’ sites. For Intrograf and the end-users, these tests ensure that the board meets all the pharmaceutical industry’s expectations. Critical parameters are assessed using measurement tools at every stage of the process, and these specifications are also verified through the production speed on the pack- aging lines at pharmaceutical manufacturing plants. INTROGRAF • a highly specialised Polish printing company producing packaging for the healthcare market • this includes packaging for manufacturers of life-saving prescription medicines, dietary supplements and dermo-cosmetics
BOARD MAGAZINE
Powered by FlippingBook