Asia CanTech 2025 preview: speakers part 2

Enjoy part 2 of our exclusive preview of what to expect from some of the companies speaking at this year’s Asia CanTech conference, taking place from 7 to 8 October 2025.

Koenig & Bauer MetalPrint

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This year marks the 30th anniversary of the iconic MetalStar, a printing machine that has shaped the metal decorating industry since 1995. From the pioneering MetalStar 1 to today’s highly automated MetalStar 4, each generation has set new standards in precision, speed, and efficiency. Behind this innovation stands Koenig & Bauer MetalPrint, the global leader in metal decorating technology, known for combining engineering excellence with customer-focused solutions. With more than 1,000 printing unit installations worldwide, the MetalStar has become more than a machine – it’s a trusted partner in production. Learn more about three decades of innovation, excellence, and collaboration from regional sales director, Gerhard Grossmann, at Asia CanTech 2025.

Mall + Herlan

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For sustainability reasons, the use of aluminium bottles is constantly growing, and the metal packing industry is facing the necessity to offer individually designed bottles. Using the expertise of //polytype in the printing process, mall//herlan has developed a new Prime-Offset printing machine.

Prime-Offset is our new CMYK printing technology for photorealistic images, very fine lettering and complete colour fading effect. With this highly productive technology a great variety of new possibilities for the decoration of aluminium bottles becomes available. From the first idea of the bottle design until possible product samples, mall//herlan will be your experienced partner. We look forward to discussing details with you at the Asia CanTech.

Pneumofore

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Pneumofore, a leading global supplier of centralised vacuum solutions and high- and low pressure compressors, designs and manufactures rotary vane machines engineered for long-lasting operation, high performance, and the lowest life cycle cost on the market today.

During Asia CanTech, Pneumofore will present a session focused on the significant yet often underestimated energy impact of vacuum and compressed air systems in can production. With over a century of experience, Pneumofore will share real- world results from high-speed can lines across Asia, highlighting how advanced pneumatic technologies can drastically reduce energy consumption, CO₂ emissions and downtime. With a strong focus on sustainability, durability and constant efficiency, Pneumofore continues to drive innovation in the global can making industry.

Prime Controls

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Prime Controls is a world-leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality, high-speed online metal sensing and control systems for OEMs and end users in the can making industry. We specialise in providing leak detection systems for light and air testers, double sheet detection for sheet feeders and slitter tables, and is the world’s supplier of press protection for high-speed, easy-open end conversion presses. We are excited to once again be a part of Asia CanTech and to share our latest innovations for can makers.

SLAC

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SLAC was started by the current owner and CEO, Shu An, in 2004, making tooling and conversion presses for easy open ends. He took the company into making full lines for beverage cans and ends and listed on the Shenzhen stock exchange in 2014. A period of international expansion followed, with acquisitions in Italy (Corima), the UK (Intercan) and the US (OKL), transforming SLAC into an international force, and the only independent amongst the leading providers of beverage can equipment worldwide.

Solventum

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Solventum provides various solutions for filtering and gas control in the can manufacturing process, including water purification, wastewater treatment, and gas management.These solutions are essential for maintaining the quality and safety of the can manufacturing process. No matter your source of water, the complexity of your process, or the specificities of your wastewater treatment, we’re here to help you streamline your operations as a partner, rather than just a solution provider.

Sun Chemical

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With many years of experience in the industry, Sun Chemical offers sustainable solutions for all types of metal packaging. We are thrilled to participate once again in Asia CanTech, where our Asia business leader, Lander López, will showcase the latest advancements in colour tools. His presentation will reflect our ongoing commitment to innovation and added value for the metal packaging sector.

Our team will be present throughout the event to share insights and answer any questions about our newest developments.