Vinsak used its presence at Pamex 2026 to highlight a focused portfolio of packaging converting and digital marking technologies, aimed at fast-growing label and packaging segments in India.
“At the Pamex show, we are displaying a few packaging converting machines,” said Rajesh Khatwani, general manager – sales, Vinsak. “The first one is the in-mold label die-cutting machine and the stacking system. In-mold labels are picking up big time in India, and for that, specialised equipment for die cutting and stacking is required.”
A key highlight at the Vinsak stand was its in-mold label die-cutting machine paired with an upgraded stacking system. While the die-cutting platform has been part of Vinsak’s portfolio for some time, the stacking unit has been significantly re-engineered.
“The in-mold label machine has been there for some time, but we have worked on the stacking system. That is the modification that we have done. The speeds have also improved a lot. Over a period of a couple of years, the product has evolved drastically,” he explained.
According to Khatwani, the integrated die-cutting and stacking line is currently running at 45 to 50 metres per minute, making it suitable for converters looking for higher throughput without compromising accuracy.
Beyond converting, Vinsak also showcased a variable data printing solution based on drop-on-demand inkjet technology. “The other machine that we are displaying is the variable data printing machine. It is installed on a USAR Lite and is doing inkjet printing with a single-head system,” he said, adding that such systems are increasingly being adopted for track-and-trace, batch coding, and short-run personalisation.
Completing the display was a sheet counting machine for the offset segment, designed to help printers quickly and accurately count sheets for post-press and logistics operations.
Khatwani noted that in-mold labeling, once largely limited to dairy applications, is now finding acceptance in newer sectors. “Earlier, it was predominant in the dairy industry, mainly for yogurt. Now it is getting well accepted even in the lube market,” he said.
He also underlined the sustainability advantage of in-mold labels. “The label is molded on the container when the container is being formed, so it becomes a part and parcel of the container itself. From an environmental point of view, the label and the container can be recycled in one pass. You don’t have to remove the label separately.”
Commenting on the show response, Khatwani said footfall gained strong momentum after the opening day. “The first day, as it is always, the start is slightly slow, but the second day has been phenomenal. Now it is picking up, and tomorrow also we expect the same to continue.”
