Reduce Waste. Maximize Efficiency.

SmartSkin empowers manufacturers to cut waste from aluminum, glass, and PET lines by detecting handling issues early and enabling precise, data-driven optimization across the line.

SmartSkin Solutions

Less Waste, More Throughput

SmartSkin’s container twins measure forces such as pressure, shock, tilt, and vertical load that affect container integrity. These measurements reveal handling issues at machine centers (e.g., filler, seamer, packer) or transitions (e.g., conveyors, twist rails) that may not be visible to the naked eye. This allows plants to pinpoint specific sources of scuffing, denting, or breakage that lead to product or packaging loss. By validating line setup conditions during startup and changeovers, SmartSkin prevents off-spec runs. Operators can ensure equipment is running within acceptable force thresholds, minimizing the risk of downstream container defects. When damage does occur, SmartSkin data enables faster and more targeted diagnosis. Instead of trial-and-error adjustments, teams can use captured run data to isolate and correct only the machines or settings that are responsible—eliminating unnecessary downtime or wasteful changes.

Through regular use (as with the Qualifier solution), SmartSkin enforces setup verification and centerlining procedures that prevent damage before it occurs. This prevents waste caused by gradual line drift or undetected wear and misalignment.

Key Benefits

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Waste Prevention

Detect and fix damage-prone areas before glass shatters, cans dent, or PET deforms—reducing rework and line stops.

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Root Cause Clarity

Pinpoint exactly where and why waste is occurring using high-resolution sensor data from real-time line runs.

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Format Versatility

Test and protect aluminum, glass, and PET containers with sensor-enabled replicas tailored to your container specifications

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Real-Time Feedback

Get instant data on pressure, shock, and velocity to support quick decision-making and corrective action.

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Lower Scrap Rates

Reduce wasted containers and product loss by optimizing line performance and minimizing error zones.

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Boost Sustainability

Cut down on raw material waste, energy use, and emissions by producing right the first time.

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Optimize Changeovers

Ensure proper setup after every changeover to avoid waste from misalignment or handling inconsistencies.

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Visualize the Impact

Use SmartSkin’s dashboard and heat maps to visually identify problems and validate improvements with confidence.

How It  Works

SmartSkin makes waste reduction easy by capturing what your packaging experiences on the line—giving your team the clarity to make smart, sustainable changes quickly.

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Deploy SmartSkin Container Twins

Insert the sensor-enabled container twin version of your aluminum, glass, or PET container into the production line like a real package.

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Collect Real-Time Data From The Line

During normal production, the twin gathers real-time pressure, shock, and velocity data as it moves through handling zones.

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Analyze and Reduce Waste

Use the dashboard to locate risk points, fine-tune equipment, and implement changes that prevent breakage and reduce material loss.

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