20Jan

Can recycling is leading the way in Europe

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Aluminium cans: a model of sustainability between global diffusion and recycling efficiency. Italy among the leading countries.

RECYCLING IN EUROPA

According by European Aluminium – an association that brings together over 100 members including producers, transformers, recyclers and national associations, with 600 plants in 30 European countries – the aluminium can remains among the most used beverage containers globally.

In Europe, 50 billion are consumed every year, mainly for water, soft drinks and beer.

The widespread diffusion of the aluminium can is linked to the combination of multiple advantages: long shelf life of the contents, lightness, ease of stacking, impact resistance, ability to maintain the temperature, ease of recognition for separate waste collection and reduced loss of quality of the material during recycling.

Furthermore, the reuse cycle is extremely fast, requiring only 60 days to return to the market as a new can. These characteristics represent a strong environmental value, difficult to match with other beverage containers.

With the imminent implementation of PPWR, the aluminium can plays a crucial role in reaching the EU’s recycling targets for 2025 and 2030.

RECYCLING IN ITALIA

Italy stands out among the leading countries in the recycling of aluminium packaging, reaching a rate close to 75%.

According to CIAL, the National Aluminium Packaging Consortium, there are no obstacles to exceeding the 90% recycling rate, a goal that the can sector in Italy has already almost reached. This result is attributed to the education of citizens, supported by close collaboration between various protagonists: aluminium producers, branded companies, distribution, catering, municipal services, citizens and students. A synergy that makes recycling a collective objective.

10Jan

Milly’s company: the warmth of pet therapy at Rizzoli

10 January 2025 eleonora 609

The pet therapy project supported by the Cassoli Group to improve well-being in the hospital was presented.

THE SOLIDARITY INITIATIVE

For the first time, pet therapy arrives in the wards of the Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute of Bologna, thanks to the initiative of AGITO, the Association of Parents Together with Bone Tumors, which has started a collaboration with the ChiaraMilla amateur sports association, with the support of the Cassoli Group which confirms its commitment to supporting local organizations active in the social sector.

In fact, the project “Milly’s company: DOGtor in the Rizzoli ward” was presented on Friday 10 January at the Rizzoli in Bologna, an initiative dedicated to young people hospitalized in the facility’s oncology department.

The Cassoli Group has decided to finance the first three months of this initiative. The company’s contribution will allow us to start a project that will make a difference in the lives of many people, demonstrating how collaboration between companies, associations and healthcare institutions can generate a concrete and lasting positive impact.

The project, promoted by AGITO, was born from the awareness gained by the volunteers, who experienced firsthand the difficulties of the treatment process. The aim is to offer therapeutic and psychological support through pet therapy, which has proven effective in improving mood, reducing anxiety and alleviating the sense of isolation often felt by patients in hospital.

THE PROJECT AND WHO IS AGITO

At the Rizzoli Institute, an animal-assisted education (EAA) project will be launched, aimed at oncology patients hospitalized in the spinal surgery department. The project will last one year with weekly meetings, involving children, adults and bedridden patients. The dogs, trained and guided by specialized operators, will carry out targeted activities such as grooming, brushing, playing games and teaching basic commands. These interactions will not only distract patients from pain, but will offer emotional comfort, promoting relaxation, improved mood and self-esteem. Pet therapy will allow patients to establish a relationship with animals, mediators of emotions and moods, thanks to their non-judgmental nature. Through contact with dogs, patients will be able to develop communication skills, empathy and a greater sense of calm and control, benefiting from a therapeutic experience capable of diverting attention from problems and improving the quality of their stay in hospital.

AGITO, the Association of Parents Together with Bone Tumors, is a volunteer organization founded in 2019 and affiliated with the Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute. Made up of parents of children affected by bone sarcoma, the association works to raise awareness of oncological diseases, support clinical research and improve the quality of life of patients. During the treatment process, many parents have seen the benefits of the company of a pet, discovering how much animals can alleviate stress and pain. For this reason, AGITO promotes initiatives such as pet therapy in the oncological orthopedic surgery departments, dedicated to patients of all ages from all over Italy, also involving disabled pet operators to offer empathic and psychological support. The association, which has become a fundamental interlocutor for the needs of patients and family members, supports other projects such as the psychology service in the Osteoncology department, ceramics and art therapy workshops, and initiatives to support research.

20Dec

Cassoli Group: a Christmas of sharing and values

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Unity, tradition and sharing: these are the principles that guide the Cassoli Group in the initiatives planned for the 2024 Christmas holidays.

THE PLEASURE OF BEING TOGETHER

A Christmas marked by union and social responsibility is what the Cassoli Group is preparing to live with enthusiasm.

The day will open with the traditional company lunch set for December 20th where, in the production area of the Casalecchio headquarters, a chef will prepare a delicious Valencian paella for everyone.

An opportunity for conviviality designed to strengthen bonds and promote a sense of belonging. The Cassoli Group, faithful to its values of collaboration and mutual respect, wants to make Christmas a special moment, capable of making each person feel part of a big family.

In the afternoon, a lottery will allow the gifts received from suppliers to be redistributed, in line with company policy, transforming the gifts into symbols of sharing and gratitude.

SOLIDARITY AND COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY

This year too, the Cassoli Group renews its support for the local community, with a gesture of solidarity.

As per tradition, the company’s support for local realities continues which translates into the purchase of gift baskets made up of Km0 tortellini and a panettone or pandoro from the ANT Foundation, helping to support the association in its fundamental mission of cancer care.

For 2024, the Cassoli Group has renewed its support for the IL SOLE Solidarity Emporium, which offers food aid, hygiene products and listening to families in difficulty. Hundreds of families benefit from this support, finding concrete help and closeness, testimony to the company’s solidarity commitment towards the community.

A commitment that demonstrates the company’s desire to be an active and supportive presence, making Christmas a moment of hope for those who need it most.

12Dec

From Dubai to Nuremberg, passing through Japan: Ecocap’s journey

12 December 2024 eleonora 243

In November, Ecocap’s made inroads into three strategic markets, showcasing its cap TopSyl for cans and building relationships with industry leaders.

Ecocap’s and TopSyl around the world

Ecocap’s, a leading Italian company in packaging solutions for canned drinks, was the protagonist of three important international fairs in November: Gulfood Manufacturing, Drink Japan, Brau Beviale.

Three occasions in which Ecocap’s highlighted its latest generation technologies, designed to meet the most advanced needs of the packaging sector. The focus of attention was the TopSyl patent, an innovative solution that combines marketing, sustainability and hygiene for can packaging.

The company’s participation was a unique opportunity to come into contact with operators and professionals in the sector from all over the world and allowed it to strengthen its commercial network to develop new business opportunities, further consolidating its position in the global market.

Ecocap’s: three fairs, three markets, three opportunities

Gulfood Manufacturing – Dubai

With a stand located in the Italian pavilion, in the area dedicated to packaging companies, Ecocap’s participation in Gulfood Manufacturing proved to be extremely profitable. The first day recorded a significant turnout of visitors, creating opportunities for contact with important companies in the sector. Currently, several negotiations are underway that promise interesting developments.

BrauBeviale – Nuremberg

Despite a less lively edition than in the past, participation in BrauBeviale proved to be satisfactory for Ecocap’s. The fair attracted a predominantly European audience, made up of small artisan producers and representatives of large players in the sector. Valuable contacts were initiated, consolidating the company’s role in a mature but dynamic market.

Drink Japan – Tokyo

The Japanese market remains a challenge, characterized by cultural distrust and a strong orientation towards local companies and agents. Despite this, a fair amount of interest has been aroused among the country’s main beer producing companies. An experience that allowed us to better understand the dynamics of a market that is as complex as it is fascinating.

Watch the video of the report aired on Japanese national TV

13Nov

Ecocap’s at the Brew Asia Trade Fair 2024

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Ecocap’s met the lively craft beer market of South-East Asia at the Brew Asia Trade Fair in Singapore. Protection and quality for cans, in a market ready to invest in the sustainable growth of the sector.

New opportunities for craft beer in Southeast Asia

On 3 and 4 October 2024, Ecocap’s participated with its own stand in the 10^th edition of the Brew Asia Trade Fair, at the Suntec Convention & Exhibition Center in Singapore.

The fair, dedicated above all to craft breweries, brought together sector operators interested in growing a profitable and sustainable industry through investments, distribution strategies and new product launches.

Jacopo Cassoli, General Manager of Ecocap’s, observes: “On Western markets there is a decline in the craft beer segment, while South-East Asia is takes shape as a new development area, capable of opening up business opportunities in emerging countries, which are expressing interest in the sector”.

TopSyl, protection and innovation

The patented system, designed to protect cans from contamination and preserve the high quality of drinks, proves ideal for meeting the needs of an expanding sector that is increasingly attentive to quality.

Ecocap’s solution not only improves hygienic safety and conservation, but also enhances product and marketing communication, justifying the additional cost in a market willing to enhance quality.

Participation in the Brew Asia Trade Fair represents for Ecocap’s the continuation of an adventure in the dynamic South-East Asian market, in contact with many passionate professionals.

29Oct

Ecocap’s: a month around the world

29 October 2024 eleonora 165

Ecocap’s will travel the world in November: 3 strategic stops to showcase the latest innovations in beverage packaging and connect with industry leaders.

Next stages

Ecocap’s, the leading Italian company in the sector of packaging solutions for canned drinks, is preparing for a November full of international events. The company will participate in four major global trade fairs, presenting its innovative industrial machines and the TopSyl patent.

Here are the next stages of Ecocap’s:

Gulfood Manufacturing (Dubai, UAE), 5-7 November
Drink Japan (Tokyo, Japan), November 20-22
Brau Beviale (Nuremberg, Germany), 26-28 November

During these fairs, Ecocap’s will have the opportunity to show its latest generation machinery, which responds to the most advanced needs of the packaging sector. The focus will be on the TopSyl patent, a cutting-edge solution that guarantees protection, quality and sustainability in can packaging.

Participation in these fairs will not only be a showcase for Ecocap’s technologies, but also a precious opportunity to get in touch with operators from all over the world. The company aims to expand its commercial network and seize new business opportunities, consolidating its position on the global market.

Comparison and in-depth analysis

In addition to the presentation of its technologies, Ecocap’s will actively participate in debates on emerging trends and the main challenges of the beverage market, including the trend in global demand, logistical issues, the growing attention to sustainability and regulatory evolution. The fairs also represent an opportunity to deal with the critical issues of the sector, such as the increase in the costs of raw materials and the need for green innovations to respond to the demands of a market increasingly oriented towards respect for the environment.

Ecocap’s objective will therefore be twofold: on the one hand, to consolidate its network of international partners and forge new collaborations; on the other, contributing to the debate on sustainable technological solutions, essential to face the challenges of the future.

21Oct

Beverages survey: Ecocap’s tries to understand where the market is going

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Through a dedicated survey, the Bologna-based company specialized in the production of can packaging machines seeks to understand consumer preferences in the beverage segment.

Beverages: consumption trends in Ecocap’s survey

Ecocap’s, the Bolognese company specialized in the production of can packaging machines, aims to better understand consumer preferences in the beverage market.

In particular, attention is paid to the can segment and the innovative TopSyl aluminium seal, designed to improve the quality and preservation of drinks.

The survey, which will remain open until the end of December, aims to collect data on consumption trends and consumer preferences.

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07Oct

Packaging sustainability: Ecocap’s and TopSyl revolutionize the can market

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Thanks to constant research and innovation, Ecocap’s applies the best available technologies, actively engaging in building a path of environmental sustainability.

Sustainability at the forefront per Ecocap’s

Ecocap’s machines, together with the patented TopSyl system, offer producers in the beverage world a new innovative and responsible way to protect canned drinks.

In an era where environmental sustainability is fundamental, Ecocap’s is committed to developing cutting-edge solutions that guarantee excellent performance with an increasingly lower environmental impact.

Sustainability is at the centre of Ecocap’s mission thanks to solutions which reduce the aluminium used and achieve its total recyclability.

TopSyl: the sustainable can cover for all productions

The TopSyl sealing system, based on a simple but revolutionary aluminium disc, represents an internationally patented innovation.

TopSyl is applied over the opening tab of the can, offering protection against humidity, mould, bacteria and other external agents, becoming an integral part of the can and opening up new communication, marketing and promotional opportunities.

The system consists of a machine that fixes the TopSyl onto the can, using an aluminium-to-aluminium heat-welding technique.

This process occurs without the use of glues or other additional materials, improving the hygiene of the product and reducing costs, while maintaining total recyclability of the materials. TopSyl is 100% sustainable, confirming itself as an ecological and efficient choice for beverage producers.

Ecocap’s solutions for every production need

Ecocap’s offers a range of cutting-edge machines to manage different quantities of TopSyl, based on production needs.

CSS020 and CSS096 are compact machines, ideal for packaging small format cans. Designed for limited production, these machines are flexible and can operate both in line and in stand-alone mode. Easy to use, they guarantee efficiency even for small volumes.

CSS121 and CSS242 are perfect for medium productions, such as soft drinks, beers, mineral waters and other drinks. Equipped with rotary technology, these industrial machines offer great flexibility and the possibility of adapting to different layouts, meeting the needs of more complex production lines.

CSS648 and CSS760 are the solutions for high-speed production. Ideal for large volumes of soft drinks, beers, mineral waters and other beverages, these flexible, rotary machines are designed to maximize efficiency. Thanks to the four warehouses they are equipped with, they can alternate up to four different TopSyl designs, allowing immediate and large-scale customization.

With Ecocap’s machines, productivity and flexibility combine with maximum quality, offering innovative solutions for can packaging, in line with market needs and respecting sustainability.

18Sep

Cassoli Group: reorganization to adapt to market challenges

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For the Cassoli Group, this is a new direction, aimed at responding in the best possible way to the rapidly evolving dynamics of the packaging market.

Growth and diversification strategies

The Cassoli Group, internationally recognized for the innovation and quality of its packaging machines, has initiated a corporate reorganization process. This is an integral part of a broader strategy aimed at maintaining its role in the sector and responding effectively and promptly to new challenges in the packaging market.

For the three companies of the Group – – CPS Company, Nema Automazione and Ecocap’s – the reorganization is characterized by a series of interventions aimed at optimizing the company structure and improving operational efficiency. Key initiatives include adopting and monitoring new processes and standards, increasing flexibility, increasing research and development activities, and strengthening training programs.

The objective is twofold: on the one hand, to improve the competitiveness of the Cassoli Group on the international scene; on the other, to ensure greater responsiveness to the needs of customers, who operate in an increasingly dynamic and constantly evolving market. The reorganization will allow to offer even more efficient, customer-oriented and sustainable solutions.

Packaging market: growing trends

This process is part of a context of strong growth and development of the packaging market, driven by the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions and the expansion of new market segments.

The Cassoli Group, with its long tradition of excellence and innovation, is well positioned to make the most of these opportunities and to continue growing in the future.

The company reorganization is therefore a proactive response to market transformations, confirming the company’s desire to continue to be a point of reference in the packaging sector, providing high-quality products and cutting-edge services.

02Sep

Growing interest in metal packaging, led by cans

2 September 2024 eleonora 119

The popularity of metal packaging is driven by economic, social and growing environmental awareness factors. The food and beverage industry is the main driver of the growing demand.

Aluminium cans: high demand

Among metal packaging, cans are the most popular. A trend that is set to grow in the future: by 2026, the global can market will grow by 4.8%, reaching a value of 101,993 million US dollars.

Aluminium, tin and steel are the main metals used and make up a third of all metal packaging, with aluminium being the dominant material for can production in the future.

The growth of the aluminium packaging industry has been driven by new market segments. Cans are used in a variety of areas, although the main demand comes from the food and beverage sector, with strong geographical variations: in North and South America, Europe and Japan, they are mainly used for beverages and processed foods, while in Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) for oil, and in the Middle East for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and industrial products.

Positive trends for the can market

The global increase in demand for ready-to-eat and packaged food and beverages, especially alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, is creating new markets for metal cans.

The United States of America is the largest market for metal packaging. However, rising disposable income and urbanization in many developing countries is driving demand for packaged food and beverages: China, India and Brazil are where this growth is being seen.

In Europe, there is a lot of room for growth in metal packaging in the food market, especially for the beverage sector, as the EU is promoting aluminium packaging to promote a circular economy as much as possible.

Aluminium cans are in fact considered more environmentally friendly, with a recycling rate in Europe of over 70%, compared to plastics, whose disposal presents significant problems.

More and more companies are committed to building a brand and a narrative that is synonymous with sustainability: less plastic in favour of new metal cans with healthy inner linings. A process that leads to the growth of investments in this sector and that leads to the creation of products aimed at satisfying the needs and tastes of consumers, as well as being environmentally friendly.

Aluminium cans for water: a case study

A virtuous example is given by the industries of the Nordic countries that are opting for metal cans for the sale of water, considered healthier and more environmentally friendly.

Many Italian companies are also opting for water in aluminium cans and Ecocap’s itself with TopSyl has participated in the production of water in cans, as with S.Bernardo water!

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