Global pulp, paper, and packaging leader OJI Group has further strengthened its manufacturing capabilities in Southeast Asia with the successful installation and commissioning of the advanced Aopack Box Maker BM3000-HD at its OJI Thailand facility. This strategic investment underscores OJI’s commitment to cutting-edge technology and operational excellence within its corrugated packaging operations.
As the world’s third-largest forest, paper, and packaging company (2012 ranking) and a constituent of Japan’s prestigious Nikkei 225 index, OJI Holdings Corporation continually seeks technologies that enhance productivity, flexibility, and product quality. Following successful deployments across multiple subsidiaries in Japan, OJI Thailand became the latest operation to integrate the renowned Aopack BM3000-HD into its production line.
A Highly Anticipated Arrival of Aopack Box Maker
The installation in August 2025 generated significant excitement within the OJI Thailand plant. Upon the arrival of Aopack service engineer Jason, the entire production team gathered around the newly delivered BM3000-HD, eager to witness the capabilities of this highly-regarded machine within the Thai packaging industry. The palpable enthusiasm fueled Jason’s dedication, leading to a remarkably swift installation completed within a single morning, facilitated by helpful plant workers.
The significance of the occasion was marked by the presence of the OJI Thailand factory owner and his daughter, who personally oversaw the entire installation and training process. Demonstrating deep commitment, the owner himself performed the inaugural startup of the BM3000-HD in Thailand – a powerful symbol of confidence in the new technology.
Showcasing Unmatched Capabilities
With the machine powered on, Jason immediately commenced live demonstrations using trial orders, highlighting the BM3000-HD’s exceptional performance across diverse applications:
1. Box Type 2029 – Precision in Every Fold: The first trial focused on Box Type 2029, brilliantly showcasing the machine’s “Inconsistent Creasing” capability. This advanced feature ensures crease lines are perfectly formed with varying pressure profiles, resulting in boxes that fold effortlessly and maintain a perfectly flat, stable bottom after folding – crucial for product stability and stacking integrity.
2. Heavy-Duty Pallet Box – Power Meets Precision: Next, Jason produced a robust pallet box using AAA heavy-duty cardboard. The BM3000-HD proved its strength and accuracy:Its unique liftable cross-cutting knife ensured precise and clean cuts in the transverse direction, essential for large, load-bearing boxes.
The integrated Carton Flap Crushing Function effectively flattened the box flaps prior to stitching, significantly simplifying and speeding up the subsequent nailing/staple process, enhancing overall line efficiency.
3. Unparalleled Versatility: Jason further demonstrated the machine’s remarkable flexibility by producing various complex, special-shaped boxes (irregular cartons). This highlighted the BM3000-HD’s core strength: effortlessly adapting to diverse customer demands. With over 150 box types pre-programmed and the revolutionary Free Style System allowing operators to design virtually any custom box shape on the fly without physical tooling changes, the machine offers unprecedented adaptability.
Immediate Impact: From Trial to Full Production
The live demonstrations, met with enthusiastic applause and clear satisfaction from the OJI Thailand team, validated the investment immediately. Impressively, the BM3000-HD transitioned seamlessly into high-volume production later that same afternoon.
The intuitive nature of the Aopack system shone through during operator training. OJI Thailand’s personnel, after only brief instruction, were able to confidently run production. The tool-free operation, driven by simple touchscreen inputs for size and style changes, eliminates the need for complex die changes or mechanical adjustments. This drastically reduces operator skill requirements, minimizes setup time, and significantly enhances overall workshop safety – benefits immediately appreciated by the factory floor team.
