· Further application possibilities for sugar, coffee, tea and pharma

· Joint project of Alcan (Singen, D), Bistrozucker (München, D), Mendel (Wangen, D) and Sigpack Systems (Beringen, CH)

At the 39th competition "Swiss Star" of the Swiss Packaging Institute (SVI) the jury awarded the "tpod in Pull Pack" with the Swiss Star 2008 in the sales-packaging category. The concept was presented by Sigpack Systems, a Bosch Packaging Technology company.

The "tpod in Pull Pack" is based on the Bistrozucker (Stick Pack) packaging style which replaces the traditional tea bag with a modern lifestyle product for ease-of-use for the consumer. The Stick Pack, also referred to as tpod (tea portion of design), offers a user friendly alternative to the traditional tea bag and can be used at the same time as a spoon for stirring. Other applications for this concept include coffee, sugar or pharmaceutical products. In partnership with Alcan Packaging, Bistozucker and Mendel, Sigpack Systems combined the Pull Pack with the Stick Pack. "Our creative team working with Alcan and Bistrozucker was the key to the success of the project. We combined our unique and complementary competencies to create an innovative convenience product", says Holger Botsch from Sigpack Systems.

Primary packaging of the tea is conducted with a system developed by Alcan Packaging which includes a FDA certified, springback foil that reverts to its original, cylindrical form after filling. The Pull Pack Packaging concept functions as secondary packaging and guarantees a quick and exact opening for the clean withdrawal of the tea sticks. The combination of these two packaging formats sealed with a tight closure ensures the quality and protects the aroma of the tea.

Sigpack Systems developed the machinery for the production of the perforated Stick Pack as well as for the filling and secondary packaging of the "tpod". The line concept was planned and projected according to specific customer requirements, such as packaging format and capacity.

The Swiss Packaging Institute Award was launched 50 years ago. All packages receiving the award are qualified for the "WorldStar" of the World Packaging Organization WPO.

About Bosch Packaging Technology
Bosch Packaging Technology, based in Waiblingen (Germany), is one of the leading suppliers for holistic systems for packaging and process technology. In 15 countries worldwide the company develops, produces and distributes modules and systems for the pharmaceutical, confectionery, and cosmetics industries, as well as other food and non-food industries. In 2007, 4,460 associates achieved a turnover of approximately 650 million euros ($890 million).

Contact person for reader inquiries:
Holger Botsch
Product Management
Sigpack Systems AG
A Bosch Packaging Technology Company
Industriestarsse 12
CH-8222 Beringen
Phone: +41 52 674-8928
Fax: +41 52 674-687 5832
holger.botsch@bosch.com
www.sigpacksystems.com

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, some 275,000 associates generated sales of 38.2 billion euros in fiscal 2009. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 300 subsidiaries and regional companies in over 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for growth. Each year, Bosch spends more than 3.5 billion euros for research and development, and applies for some 3,800 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as “Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.” The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant up-front investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The majority of voting rights are held by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG, an industrial trust. The entrepreneurial ownership functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and by Robert Bosch GmbH. Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch.com.

PI6520 - November 2008