TCPL Packaging starts new offset printing line at Silvassa

Folding cartons manufacturer TCPL Packaging Ltd, India’s largest standalone converter of paperboard, has commissioned a new 7-colour offset printing machine along with requisite post-printing equipment at its existing plant in Silvassa.

“The machine has commenced production with effect from December 7, 2016 and it has an annual capacity to convert 9000 T of paperboard. The printing line has been imported from Germany and is equipped with several unique and innovative features which will help in adding value to the products printed on it,” said TCPL Packaging in a BSE filing on Friday.

TCPL manufactures folding cartons, printed blanks and outers, litho-lamination, plastic cartons, blister packs and shelf-ready packaging. It has also ventured into the flexible packaging industry, with capability to produce printed cork-tipping paper, laminates, sleeves and wrap-around labels.

TCPL Packaging, which achieved a turnover of more than Rs 600 crore in 2015-16, is promoted by the Kanoria family, which has varied business interests such as jute, tea, textiles, pharmaceuticals and chemicals.