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Quarter 4 2018 | Volume 3 | Number 4

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Surviving a healthcare storm,

Africa chooses to dance in the rain with trusted suppliers like Kirsch Pharma South Africa

INSIDE: ETHNIC CARE HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS BEAUTY INNOVATIONS PACKAGING MACHINERY

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CONTENTS 6

NEWS

23 BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

Aptar Pharma helps people breathe easier

Patented bond multiplier technology for hair

Henkel uses Social Plastic for branded packaging

Put on a happy face with quality lipsticks

Clariant’s BioDTox protects skin from pollution

9 EVENTS

27 HOME CARE

Great reasons to attend analytica Lab Africa

12 INDUSTRY TALK

Global Citizen movement aims for better healthcare

14 PHARMA FOCUS: CAMs & HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS

Quality conscious manufacturing is the best remedy

16 ETHNIC CARE

Signature scents for body care products

BASF gets closer to market with new African lab

Speciality ingredients from Protea Chemicals

Novozymes markets Progress In

28 PACKAGING MACHINERY

Omron offers readiness advice for Industry 4.0

Oil-free compressor ensures clean, reliable air supply

Omega debuts pouch econo feeder system

Enzyme technology for improved stain removal

28 Are you

ready for industry 4.0?

27

Stop curls spiralling out of control with Ama-Prot

New curl sculptor and colour defender from Symrise

24 Put on a happy face with quality lipsticks

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FROM THE EDITOR

Magnetic Africa pulls international interest

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THE TEAM EDITORIAL

Editor: Abby Vorster +27 (0)11 877 6038 abby.vorster@newmedia.co.za Contributor: Marcia Paula Layout & Design: Andipha Nkoloti

nvestments in infrastructure, improved

With growth in Africa’s greater personal

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political and economic stability and

care industry comes the demand for more

consumers’ increased purchasing power

packaging machinery. In the first three

Sales Executive: Carla Melless +27 (0)83 260 6060 carla.melless@newmedia.co.za

are driving Africa’s lucrative beauty market.

quarters of 2017, east Africa as a whole

The infrastructure investments throughout the

saw 13 percent growth in the total import

region have seen better facilities created for

of packaging machinery, according to

development and production. International

Ucima, the Italian Packaging Machinery

suppliers of ingredients continue to be drawn

Manufacturers’ Association. Ucima says

to opportunities to fulfil demand on a local

Kenya is currently the top destination

level. BASF is one of these suppliers. The

for packaging machinery, followed by

German chemical company, which produces

Ethiopia and Tanzania. Depending on their

personal care ingredients, recently set up

volumes, manufacturers in Africa run both

shop in Nigeria and will launch an application

manual and automated packaging lines.

laboratory for Ethnic skin and hair care R&D in

Yet very few have adopted an industry

early 2019. Its strategy, like other international

4.0 system to optimise their lines. Industrial

suppliers and brand owners, is to bring greater

automation specialist, Omron discusses

choice to Africa’s consumers.

the benefits of switching to a smart system

Our Ethnic care feature in this edition of

even if you don’t have the budget

P C Africa focuses on a wider selection of

to go the full 4.0 Monty. Turn to page 28

innovative solutions to develop quality finished

now to read about this and other

products for the African market. Turn to page

interesting developments in the packaging

16 now to read about the importance of

machinery segment.

signature scents in the body care category, a safe and cost-effective skin brightening active,

Enjoy the read!

speciality ingredients such as cocoa butter

Sales Executive: Anita Raath +27 (0)82 976 6541 anita.raath@newmedia.co.za Sales Executive: Candida Giambo-Kruger +27 (0)71 438 1918 candida.giambo-kruger@newmedia.co.za Sales Executive: Gayle Kihn +27 (0)82 457 0896 gayle.kihn@newmedia.co.za INTERNATIONAL SALES Germany/Austria/Switzerland: Eisenacher Medien Erhardt Eisenacher +49 228 249 9860 info@eisenacher-medien.de Italy: Ngcombroker Giacomo Rotunno +39 370 101 4694 g.rotunno@ngcombroker.com Taiwan: Ringier Trade Media Sydney Lai +886 4 2329 7318 sydneylai@ringier.com.hk CIRCULATION Circulation Manager: Felicity Garbers +27 (0)21 701 1566 felicity.garbers@newmedia.co.za PUBLISHING TEAM General Manager: Dev Naidoo Publishing Manager: Natalie Da Silva +27 (0)11 877 6281 natalie.dasilva@newmedia.co.za Production Controller: Pam Moodley

and bees wax, an aqueous extract of the

Art Director: David Kyslinger

seeds of the Amaranth plant, and a new hair

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care ingredient from Symrise based on the concept of adaptogenesis.

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Phoenix Chemical develops unique chemical

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technologies for quality lipstick products.

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Some of the company’s proprietary solutions

Aileen Lamb

are highlighted in our section on beauty

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

innovations (page 23), as well Ashland’s

Bridget McCarney

patented bond multiplier technology and

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

the radiance booster, BioDTox, from Clariant

John Psillos

Active Ingredients – a newer business unit of

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

the global chemical company.

Irna van Zyl HEAD OFFICE

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NEWS

Ethiopia makes history with NIP launch THE UNVEILING OF the National Immunisation Programme (NIP) in Ethiopia is an important step towards

Aptar Pharma’s PureHale device

achieving the global vision of greatly reducing the number of women and men

BREATHE EASY WITH PUREHALE

affected by certain HPVrelated cancers.

MSD, the second largest healthcare company in the

These women from the South Omo region of Ethiopia and others from all over this African country can now protect themselves from cervical cancer with the newly launched National Immunisation Programme

WITH THE RELEASE of an industry

distributes a continuous fine mist

first, PureHale, Aptar Pharma

that gently cleanses, moisturises

continues to meet new market

and soothes the upper respiratory

trends. The portable, ready

tract. This assists in reducing

Annually, an estimated 7 095 Ethiopian women are diagnosed with

to use drug delivery system is

irritations caused by coughs,

cervical cancer. In 2012, the mortality rate related to cervical cancer was

designed for upper respiratory

colds, allergies, respiratory

20 per 100 000 women in Ethiopia. The total number of annual cancer

care. The device can be used in

problems and dry nose and

deaths in females was 26 200, of which 17.5 percent (4 454) is attributable

combination with saline or other

throat issues.

to cervical cancer.

natural ingredient formulations to

world, has congratulated Ethiopia on its efforts to

successfully launch the NIP for the Human-Papillomavirus.

In sub-Saharan Africa, cervical cancer incidence rates are the highest

relieve symptoms.

in the world and the disease is the most common cause of cancer

PureHale was launched at CPhI

The device’s portability allows consumers to relieve their symptoms where and whenever

related deaths among women in the region. HPV16 and 18 are the most

Worldwide, in Madrid, Spain, in

needed. PureHale was developed

common genotypes for cervical cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Although

October. The product was also a

after researching and analysing

those specific genotypes are associated with approximately 70 percent

finalist in the CPhI Pharma Awards

the benefits and challenges of

of cervical cancer cases, the various HPV genotypes also contribute to

in the category Excellence in

traditional nebuliser technology.

penile, anal, vulvar and vaginal cancers as well as genital warts.

Pharma: Drug Delivery Devices.

It does not require batteries or

The launch of the NIP in Ethiopia will contribute to reducing the number

The need for upper respiratory

the need to prefill a reservoir,

of women and men affected by certain HPV-related cancers. MSD is

relief is more prominent than ever

making it a user friendly system

committed to working with the government of Ethiopia and other partners

owing to rising pollution levels.

engineered for consumers on

on the continent to ensure this goal becomes a reality.

PureHale’s innovative technology

the go.

NEW INHALER PRODUCTION PLANT FOR CIPLA MAROC IN AIN AOUDA, in the Rabat region of Morocco, Cipla Maroc has established a manufacturing plant for metered-dose inhalers. A total of 60 million dirhams have been invested in this project. This is the first time an industrial unit of this kind has been set up in the North African country.

The opening ceremony was attended by Anas Doukkali, the country’s minister of health; Dr YK Hamied, non-executive chairman of Cipla; Niravkumar B Sutariya, second secretary of the Embassy of India in Morocco; Christos Kartalis, Cipla’s executive VP of emerging markets and Europe; Ali Sedrati, GM of the Pharmaceutical Institute (Phi); and Ayman Cheikh Lahlou, GM of Cooper Pharma.

Spanning 4 000m2, the Cipla Maroc plant has an annual

Dignitaries and executives celebrate the launch of Cipla Maroc with a ribbon cutting ceremony

Pharma.

Cipla’s Kartalis comments: ‘We are proud of this addition to our manufacturing footprint, a first for the region. This not only strengthens our manufacturing, but also our ties with Morocco and

production capacity of 1.5 million HFA metered-dose inhalers.

Cipla. This factory will leverage Cipla’s expertise and experience

Around 15 references will be manufactured at the site, and 11 will be

in the respiratory inhalation segment to help patients in Morocco

distributed for the first time in Morocco.

and neighbouring regions, in keeping with our purpose of caring

The Cipla Maroc industrial unit is built as per the guidelines of the World Health Organization and the European and American

for life.’

Phi’s Sedrati and Cooper Pharma’s Lahlou add: ‘Cipla, Phi and

regulatory authorities. The facility received regulatory approval from

Cooper have made a smart investment in Morocco and the inhaler

the General Secretary of Govt on 18 June 2018.

technology, which is a first for the country and region. We will be

Founded in 2015, Cipla Maroc is a joint-venture between Cipla, headquartered in India, and its Moroccan partners, Phi and Cooper

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able to significantly reduce our imports of this technology and it will improve our value added product offering for export markets.’

NEWS

Social Plastic transforms waste into opportunity

CARING FOR AFRICAN SKIN THE KOREAN WAY

OVER A YEAR ago, Henkel teamed up with the social

SHEET MASKS ARE the most well-known and easily accessible

enterprise, Plastic Bank, which monetises waste while

of all Korean skin care products. They address every skin care

improving peoples’ lives. According to Henkel, it was

concern from hydration and hyperpigmentation to exfoliation,

the first global FMCG company partner with social

Social Plastic has been integrated into the packaging of two of Henkel’s home care brands available in Europe

enterprise with the goal to collect plastic waste before it enters marine environments.

At collection centers in Haiti, a Caribbean country and one of the poorest in the world, Haitians can return goods or services. Deemed Social Plastic, it’s back

Part of its ambitious targets for sustainable packaging,

integrated into the plastic value chain.

Henkel intends on exploring ways of incorporating more

as packaging for its laundry and cleaning products.

Experts from the company’s laundry and home care

Social Plastic into its brands’ packaging to support the global move towards a circular economy.

The pilot projects with Social Plastic are underlining

packaging development department successfully

Henkel’s long term commitment to sustainability

integrated the recycled plastic in packaging for

which extends to the area of packaging. The company

25 000 bottles.

also recently introduced its new packaging strategy.

‘We are very pleased with the initial pilot projects

Together with its partners along the value chain, Henkel

of integrating social plastic in our packaging. It has

wants to promote sustainable development. It’s defined

fulfilled all quality criteria, so the products have

specific initiatives for the three key phases of a circular

successfully entered the market,’ says Vineet Varman,

value chain: materials from sustainable sources; smart

packaging manager for laundry care. ‘We want

packaging design; and closing the loop.

to include even more social plastic in our product packaging in the future.’

The partnership between Henkel and Plastic Bank

also give consumers the choice to select whichever option best matches their skin care needs, and they’re often affordable luxuries to boost a beauty or skin care routine.

Sheet masks are made of pre-cut mask fabrics, soaked with serums that contain active ingredients for specific skin

collected plastic waste and exchange it for money,

For the first time, Henkel has used the Social Plastic

anti-ageing, pore reduction and sebum control. Sheet masks

The company has also set ambitious targets.

For example, by 2025, 100 percent of its products’ packaging will be recyclable, reusable or compostable.

has seen three plastic collection centers opened in Haiti

Within the same timeframe, Henkel aims to use 35

this year. The collected plastic is sorted, processed and

percent recycled plastic for its consumer goods

integrated into recycling value chains as Social Plastic.

products in Europe.

concerns. Lessonia, a French supplier of active ingredients and specialist contract manufacturer of sheet masks, says the functions of these products are wide and constantly evolving.

The company recently launched a range of milky serums for creamy sheet masks. Richer than aqueous based serums, the milky serums provide intense nourishment to the epidermis, comforting and soothing the skin.

At Cosmoprof Asia, which took place in November, Lessonia showcased the industry’s first creamy serum for a 100 percent natural sheet mask. The serum contains essential actives proven to act on skin health. It is also preservative free and Cosmos compliant.

Lessonia operates two facilities for sheet masks. The first is dedicated to producing the actual masks while the newer facility was established specifically for the impregnation of the masks. The company is equipped to produce up to 120 000 masks and hydrogels per day and can easily meet the needs of African brands looking to add sheets masks to their skin care lines.

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analytica Lab Africa: bigger and broader in 2019

International exhibition organiser, Messe München South Africa acquired Lab Africa in 2018. Lab Africa was the only laboratory and analysis trade fair hosted in Africa since its inception by the original organiser.

Analytica Lab Africa will also be co-located

analysis and biotechnology industries.

with food & drink technology Africa (fdt

Exhibition space is still available. For

Africa) and IFAT Africa, which is the premier

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Buyer’sguide T The organiser’s move to co-locate the

Part of the worldwide network of

exhibitions which includes the trade fairs

from the food and drink, chemicals,

analytica, analytica Vietnam, analytica

pharmaceutical, medical, agriculture,

Anacon India with India Lab Expo and

water and waste, testing and verification,

analytica China, analytica Lab Africa is set

and academic value chains to explore

to be no different from these prestigious

he newly branded trade fair

the latest laboratory equipment and

international trade shows, which offer

will be hosted at Gallagher

analysis solutions available on the market.

visitors access to international innovations

Convention Centre in Midrand,

This exciting new concept creates a joint

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COMPANY FOCUS

A key player in Africa’s healthcare narrative Kirsch Pharma South Africa is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Supported by innovative operations in Europe, this subsidiary is on a solid growth trajectory in the African market.

Abby Vorster chats to MD, Hermann Broschk about the South African subsidiary’s vision for Kirsch Pharma’s economic development in Africa.

A NEW ERA IN HEALTHCARE KIRSCH PHARMA is expanding its range of pharma products and services along the value chain with the launch of Kirsch Pharma HealthCare. This modern and flexible GMP approved production plant, based in Bissendorf, is dedicated to the production of solid dosage forms for sports and infant nutrition and the

T

pharma and diagnostics markets. ransparency, ethics, consistent

Housed within a futuristic building, the new subsidiary

quality, personalised customer

includes a 1 800m² production area, 1 200m² of

service and a close to market

Kirsch Pharma Healthcare

focus are the key contributors to

storage space to accommodate 1 000 pallets and office space spanning 1 300m² with 20 designated

Kirsch Pharma’s ongoing success. This

Africa first tested the market in southern

work areas.

family business was launched in Germany

Africa, in Namibia, Zimbabwe and Malawi

The facility will have the capacity and expertise to

38 years ago. With a vision for growth,

specifically. Its next step is to make

produce intermediates and finished pharmaceuticals

Kirsch Pharma spread its footprint across

inroads in Kenya, marketing the company

and is expected to come online soon. A modular

the globe, testing foreign markets

at EAPHEX 2019, the commercial exhibition

approach has been incorporated in its design to allow

long before they became favourable.

for east Africa’s pharma industry.

for customised process steps such as granulation,

South Africa was one of those foreign markets, where Kirsch Pharma

FLEXIBILITY IN FOCUS

made the bold move to invest,

Kirsch Pharma offers ingredients for

launching a subsidiary

innovative formulations and individual

in 1993.

solutions. Its portfolio includes a

Hermann Broschk has

micronising and tabletting. The first phase of production at Kirsch Pharma HealthCare will focus on sachet filling.

comprehensive range of different

been at the helm of Kirsch

products, ingredients and blends adapted

Africa, processing raw materials sourced

Pharma South Africa since

to customers’ requirements in the pharma,

from co-producers and testing them

2008. Global owner and MD,

nutrition, veterinary and biotechnology

accordingly. From blending, milling and

Mr Heinz-Jurgen Kirsch says

markets. These products are available in

sieving to compaction and granulation,

Broschk continues to lead

more than 1 000 different packaging and

Kirsch Pharma’s flexibility distinguishes the

the subsidiary on a successful path.

product combinations, ranging from small

business on a global level.

‘Our strategy is based on client service,’

packs to big bags.

Herm an n Broschk

Broschk explains. ‘Over the years, we have

In Africa, availability is the demand. This

All raw materials are tested for quality assurance, a full COA is issued with every

stayed true to our word and delivered

includes everything from APIs, rehydration

product or blend and compliance with the

on what we could within a specialised

salts and customised blends to excipients.

current monographs is ensured.

product portfolio.

Broschk says Kirsch Pharma South

Kirsch Pharma sees its comprehensive

Africa’s better managed stock holdings

documentation and the continual

everything the market demands, yet

make the company a popular and reliable

improvement of its processes as essential

it’s tough to remain competitive when

supplier among African customers.

quality factors. As a result, the processes

Commodity suppliers often offer

‘Albeit small, our market share in Africa

related to the production and delivery of

Instead, Kirsch Pharma South Africa has

has grown,’ he explains. ‘We’ve forecast an

its products are executed smoothly and

harnessed its strengths by working within

additional 30 percent growth in Africa in

are completely traceable. ‘There is nothing

a more specialised portfolio of high

2019 and are already seeing solid signs of

that can’t be done,’ exclaims Mr Kirsch!

quality products and meeting customers

achieving this.’

The global company holds the following

you have an expansive portfolio.

individual needs, regardless of the size of

The GMP approved facility in Germany is

globally relevant certifications: DIN ISO

their orders.’ It began exporting to Africa

equipped with state of the art technology

9001; FSSC 22000; ICH-GMP; GMP+; Kosher;

at the end 2017. Kirsch Pharma South

to meet the needs of customers in

MUI-Halal; AEO; SEDEX and EcoVadis.

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COMPANY FOCUS

KIRSCH PHARMA FROM THEN UNTIL NOW 1980 Kirsch Pharma is established in Isernhagen, Germany.

2004 The company implements SAP-R3 globally.

1985 Kirsch Pharma relocates to Salzgitter.

Kirsch Pharma’s GMP approved blending and processing plant

2005 Kirsch Pharma Australia is

1987 The company receives its first manufacturing licence for drug production.

founded in Sydney, Australia.

2006 The company secures HACCP certification from DQS.

1991 Kirsch Pharma España is founded in

2011

Madrid, Spain, with a branch

Kirsch Pharma Shanghai is

in Barcelona.

founded in Pudong, China.

1993 Kirsch Pharma South Africa is founded in Johannesburg.

1995 The company achieves DIN ISO 9001 certification.

1996 A representative office is established in Moscow, Russia.

2013 - 2014 The company receives ICH-GMP and GMP+ certification.

2015 Kirsch Pharma HealthCare is founded.

2016 The company reaches a milestone of employing more than 150 employees worldwide

1997 A representative office is established in Wuxi, China.

2001 Kirsch Pharma Asia Pacific is founded in Singapore.

and expands its office in Salzgitter by 800m².

It also secures FSSC 22000 certification from DQS.

An interior view of Kirsch Pharma HealthCare

of a sustainable business model that has endured for the past 25 years.

Broschk comments: ‘We will continue to supply products based on internationally approved quality standards while

2017 A new business unit is established in Bissendorf, Germany.

October 2018

At its Salzgitter premises in Germany, Kirsch Pharma is equipped with extensive warehousing space and infrastructure to manage resources in a sustainable manner

Kirsch Pharma South Africa begins exporting products into Africa.

Kirsch Pharma South

maintaining our trustworthy image among our customers in sub-Saharan Africa. To accommodate our continued growth, Kirsch Pharma South Africa will be moving to new premises in 2019.’

Globally, Kirsch Pharma founded a

Africa celebrates its

USA subsidiary in 2018 to directly support

25 anniversary. th

multinational pharma companies throughout North America. The company is

A TRUSTED SUPPLIER

own logistics in Gauteng and outsources

also extending its portfolio of various custom

By finding the right balance in terms of

all regional and cross border logistics to a

made blends produced in Germany.

market demand in Africa and what it

third party supplier. While businesses and

can offer, Kirsch Pharma South Africa has

industries have become global, Kirsch

Pharma will continue to conquer the markets

doubled its turnover over the past two years.

Pharma continues to focus on responding

it supplies with measurable, reliable and

It also benefits from the global company’s

to customers’ individual requirements with

compliant solutions that meet the changing

status as a preferred supplier to various

regional expertise. ‘This is the reason why

needs of the healthcare, nutrition, biotech

multinationals and aid organisations.

we have founded subsidiaries and

and veterinary industries. •

Based in South Africa, the company’s infrastructure includes extensive warehousing and office space, which are both ISO 9001 compliant. It handles its

In South Africa and worldwide, Kirsch

numerous representations worldwide,’ Mr Kirsch explains.

In South Africa, Kirsch Pharma is poised for long term success. This is as a result

Kirsch Pharma – www.kirschpharma.com

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INDUSTRY TALK

Global citizens advocate

for better healthcare in Africa

African and European governments and global philanthropists have promised to contribute more than US$150 million to tackle the spread of neglected tropical diseases.

This and other high value commitments to the tune of millions of dollars were announced at the recent Global Citizen festival in South Africa.

W

hile HIV/Aids, cholera

water, sanitation and hygiene were

and malaria are well

announced at the Global Citizen

known diseases affecting

Festival: Mandela 100 on

impoverished communities,

2 December.

neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are

Precious Mukelabai travelled outside of her home country for the first time to speak about blinding trachoma surgery at the Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100

The star-studded event

largely unknown yet equally life threatening.

took place in Johannesburg,

In fact, NTDs affect about 1.5 billion people

South Africa, to celebrate the

in developing nations.

centenary of Nelson Mandela

The US$150 million donation will unlock

– a global icon who believed

a total aid package worth so much more

everyone should live in a way

than the amount bestowed, thanks to the

that respects and enhances the

medicines donated by various pharma

freedom of others. The event

companies. For every dollar donated for

brought together heads of state,

the distribution of medicines, US$26 worth of

dignitaries, top international

pharmaceuticals will be leveraged, making

musicians, influencers and

this the largest public/private partnership in

citizens from all over the globe to share

global healthcare.

ideas on how to solve some of the world’s

BLINDING TRACHOMA THRIVES IN AREAS WHERE THERE IS LIMITED OR NO CLEAN RUNNING WATER

and a half billion are still in need of help.

A community health worker from

problems. The festival host was comedian

Zambia, Precious Mukelabai, announced

Trevor Noah, who is also an activist.

that Sir Richard Branson and a group of

STOPPING TRACHOMA IN ITS TRACKS

distinguished donors from the Audacious Project had collectively committed to donating US$105 million to Sightsavers.

NTDs such as blinding trachoma, river

The international organisation prevents

blindness and intestinal worms affect

avoidable blindness in some of the world’s

people living in extreme poverty, in

poorest areas by treating and stopping

underdeveloped, rural areas. These diseases

trachoma. Its goal to eliminate trachoma

prevent children from going to school and

has become more attainable than ever – in

can rob adults of the most productive years

June 2018, Ghana became the first country

NTDs; commitments to intensify the fight

of their lives, though great progress has

in sub-Saharan Africa to banish the disease

against HIV/Aids; donations to help further

been made to reduce their prevalence.

for good.

education and empower girls and women;

Thanks to treatment, half a billion people no

as well as increase access to

longer need interventions for NTDs. But one

The contribution of funds towards

Of the total commitments announced at the festival, over US$105 million will be used to tackle blinding trachoma and infant mortality. Blinding trachoma thrives in areas where there is limited or no clean running

Children from Kuntanase Presbyterian School are given tablets to control intestinal worms (soil-transmitted helminths) and bilharzia (schistosomiasis)

water and poor sanitation. If left untreated, trachoma can lead to irreversible blindness.

In addition to the funding for NTDs, over US$7 billion was pledged to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

PRIVATE SECTOR COMMITMENT The prime minister of Mozambique, Carlos Agostinho do Rosário announced a significant contribution from the government in Maputo, committing US$6 million to combat several NTDs. The prime minister

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said: ‘I am pleased to announce our efforts to help treat and prevent river blindness, intestinal worms and elephantiasis.

Together we can work to improve the health of everyone on our continent.’

A group of private sector

Tanzanian rice farmers, Amina and Fatuma, often work in waterlogged fields in a bilharzia endemic area, making them particularly vulnerable to infection from the parasitic larvae that carry the disease

philanthropists, collectively known as the END Fund, committed US$15.5 million to the total amount pledged at the festival. END Fund philanthropists hail from various countries, including Zimbabwe and Nigeria, where NTDs are endemic. With this donation, the END Fund can continue to invest in

which are donated by pharma partners

reducing and preventing NTDs.

GlaxoSmithKline and Johnson & Johnson,

Nigerian businessman and END Fund

reach the approximate 20 million

international board member, Tope Lawani, who is also a cofounder and managing partner of Helios Investment Partners, said: ‘This pledge from the END Fund to combat NTDs shows the commitment of the private sector and its confidence in the

people in need of treatment.

The chief strategy

DID YOU KNOW?

officer and president of the Gates

This year, Global Citizen surpassed its goal for commitments by seven times, totalling US$1 billion.

Over 5.65 million actions led to 58 commitments and announcements worth more than US$7 billion – all to improve the lives of billions of people.

notion that, by beating

Foundation, Mark Suzman, commented: ‘When we invest in eliminating NTDs, we help more children stay in school and more adults earn a

these diseases, people’s health, education and prosperity

decent living in the world’s poorest communities. That’s why

can be improved in a cost-effective way. I

we have pledged US$17 million to the WHO

am personally invested in this cause and

to beat these diseases in sub-Saharan

look forward to my fellow Africans joining me

Africa. We’re grateful to the government

in the effort of the END Fund to help unlock

and people of Belgium for matching

the full potential of our continent.’

this pledge.’

MATCH FUNDING FOR MEDICINES DISTRIBUTION

CHARTER FOR CHANGE DEVELOPED TO PROMOTE the political and social empowerment of differently abled people worldwide, the Charter for Change is a 10-point agreement that calls on signatories to ensure inclusivity for everyone, worldwide. One of the world’s largest beauty companies, Coty has not only partnered with Global Citizen but also signed the charter.

The multinational cosmetics business is committed to creating a more inclusive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. Coty strives to champion that everyone is differently abled. As part of its commitment, the company will be implementing a new disability roadmap, ensuring all HR policies consider the needs of employees of every ability, collecting better internal data and having more role models with visible and non-visible disabilities.

The deputy prime minister of Belgium, Alexander De Croo, added: ‘To step up efforts to eliminate NTDs and break

For many years, the Bill & Melinda Gates

the vicious cycle of poverty and disease,

of these diseases. To achieve our goal,

Foundation has been at the forefront

Belgium pledges US$ five million to ESPEN

we’ll need to mobilise all our strengths,

of helping impoverished communities

which will be matched by the Gates

from public and private institutions alike.

overcome NTDs. At the festival, the

Foundation. For every dollar invested, two

I am delighted to see the governments of

foundation committed to contributing

treatments will be delivered, improving

Botswana, Belgium and Mozambique, as

US$17 million over a five year period to

the lives of mostly women, adolescent

well as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

the World Health Organization’s African

girls and children in the poorest and most

lead by example and support the tireless

Regional Office (WHO AFRO), to fight the five

marginalised communities in Africa.’

efforts of healthcare workers and partners

most common neglected diseases on the

across Africa. Only together can we

continent. Of the US$17 million, US$11 million

LEADING BY EXAMPLE

is reserved for what the aid community

Welcoming the announcements to

change the lives of millions of people

calls ‘match funding’. The government of

ESPEN and more broadly to the Africa

throughout the continent.’

Belgium has already matched US$5 million

programme, the regional director of WHO

while US$6 million is remains available for

AFRO, Dr Matshidiso Moeti commented:

president Cyril Ramaphosa commented:

matching by other donors.

‘Approximately 600 million people in Africa

‘Nelson Mandela has taught us it is not

are at risk of contracting NTDs. ESPEN is

the influential, the rich or the powerful who

also cover distribution costs, ensuring

working with ministries of health and their

make history, but those citizens who are

medicines worth almost US$300 million,

partners to accelerate the elimination

determined to make a difference.’ •

Funds donated by the foundation will

achieve universal health coverage and

To conclude the festival, South African

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PHARMA FOCUS//CAMs, Vitamins & Supplements

Hersol: where quality is a culture and safety is tradition

Quality control is an important tool in the production of safe and effective herbal remedies, health supplements and CAMs. At Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories, quality is non-negotiable – from raw materials and ingredients, to production processes and packaging – all products made in its facility must comply.

H

ersol Manufacturing Laboratories

consumers choose to manage their health

(Hersol) is one of South Africa’s

and wellbeing with dietary supplements.

leading contract manufacturers

This creates new opportunities for compliant

of pharmaceutical products. The

brands to thrive in the African market. Yet

company specialises in developing and

Buhrlen advises all herbal or alternative

producing complementary medicines

medicines, regardless of their positioning,

(CAMs), nutritional supplements and

must be validated as safe, quality and

pharmaceuticals.

effective products that are produced in

André Buhrlen, managing director of Hersol, strongly believes the company’s focus on quality is unparalleled in the industry. ‘We have developed a strategy to become the best contract manufacturer in terms of quality and service

compliant facilities. For this reason, the

DID YOU KNOW?

same stringent methods of testing and quality control apply to all products produced within Hersol’s

According to the World Health manufacturing facility.

Organization, 80 percent of the emerging world’s population relies on traditional medicine for therapy.

QUALITY In developed markets such as Europe GUARANTEED and the US, this trend was evident about 10 years ago when the Micro and stability testing are use of CAMs, particularly valuable methods to confirm the herbal remedies, grew exponentially. safety and quality of a product.

delivery,’ he explains.

This is because it’s the

1

Hersol has its own in-house analytical facility that includes a microbiological

manufacturer’s responsibility to ensure the

laboratory. All assays and tests, necessary

supplements it produces, be they liquid,

to ensure a product’s quality is of a high

tablet, capsule or powder format, are

standard, are performed by qualified laboratory personnel. These employees are also responsible for quality control and

WE HAVE DEVELOPED A STRATEGY TO BECOME THE BEST CONTRACT MANUFACTURER IN TERMS OF QUALITY AND SERVICE DELIVERY

quality assurance throughout Hersol.

The microbiological laboratory is fitted with cleanrooms and a separate air handling system. This is in addition to the company’s

2

second instrument room, which was added to the existing laboratory for analytical method development and validation, for the testing of raw materials and finished products.

COMBINING KNOWLEDGE WITH EXPERIENCE

1: Hersol is equipped with its own in-house microbiological lab 2: Hersol is staffed with qualified analysts who ensure the quality of the finished product 3: Hersol produces a wide range of products including African herbal remedies, dietary supplements, CAMs, vitamins and minerals

standardised, quality products that match

Hersol is proud of its years of manufacturing

the descriptions on their labels. As a result,

excellence. The history of the company

Hersol has always followed careful, consistent

demonstrates its ongoing commitment to

manufacturing standards using different

its customers and the public, to produce

types of equipment to produce various

products based on strict parameters of

meet quality and safety requirements, to

dosage forms.

quality, safety and efficacy – now and into

offer consumers herbal remedies they can

the future.

trust which are safe, effective, formulated

The herbal medicines and CAMs products that Hersol manufactures are not only

The company’s team of pharmacists

intended for the South African market, but

has extensive expertise in the changing

many of the products are also exported

regulations in South Africa and what will be

into Africa. The company has noticed an

required of CAMs and health supplements

increase in demand for herbal medicines in

in the years to come. As a result, it can also

various African regions as more and more

guide African brand owners on how to

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with ingredients from reputable sources and manufactured in accordance with GMP. •

Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories – www.hersol.co.za

Contract manufacturers for the pharmaceutical and complementary medicines markets Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories is a registered company specializing in manufacturing and packing of complementary medicines for third party companies within the local South African market. Founded in 1980, Hersol adheres to a Quality Management System which embraces current Good Manufacturing Practices in accordance with Medicines Control Council requirements.

The new 5 cubicle dispensary and sampling facilities

Hersol’s extensive facility features a fully equipped Laboratory to ensure quality of raw materials and finished products.

It has modern manufacturing facilities for blending, granulating, compressing & coating tablets as well as encapsulating capabilities. Hersol has state of the art on-site packing facilities, including a recently introduced blister packing machine. In addition, Hersol has facilities to manufacture and pack syrups, creams, gels and ointments.

Leadership at Hersol is upheld by a highly competent Management Team with vast pharmaceutical subject matter knowledge and experience in staff motivation so as to achieve a superior product.

Handling of Raw Materials when weighing and dispensing is handled in accordance with Medicines Control Council guidelines

Hersol is registered with: t South African Medicines Control Council t South African Pharmaceutical Council t South African Department of Health t Health Product Association – HPA t Cosmetics, Toiletries and Fragrances Association t FDA Food Facility

Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories (Pty) Ltd tel: +27 11 614 6631/2

fax: +27 11 614 4615

email: admin@hersol.co.za

web: www.hersol.co.za

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Dreamy destinations and summery scents in body care

In product development, fragrance selection is an exciting yet mindful process. Choosing the right signature scent not only achieves a brand’s objective, but also captures the essence of a product line, like Clere’s new Tropical Fruits body care products that transform the scent of summer into reality.

T

he limited edition body crème

says a citrus note has been included in

The Clere brand is owned and produced

and lotion formulations are

both products as a perfect pick me up.

by Amka – a major South African FMCG

infused with a tropical blend of select fruity fragrances

LOYALTY BREEDS SUCCESS

manufacturing and marketing enterprise with specialist expertise in meeting

that transport consumers to a dream

The rich gel formulation of Clere’s Tropical

the needs of the African market.

destination – that one location we all refer

Fruits body moisturiser promises to care

The company was launched in the

to as our ‘happy place’.

for skin. It is enhanced with NutriRich, a

’50s as a small trading operation

synergetic combination of glycerine gel,

based in Pretoria, Gauteng.

explains: ‘Our sense of smell is the most

tissue oil, vitamins E and A and natural

Today, Amka competes well

powerful of all our senses. It can evoke

moisturising factors for soft, smooth and

with multinationals like L’Oréal

memories, alter moods, ease tension and

beautiful looking skin.

and Unilever while staying

Stacy Roberts, Clere’s brand custodian,

boost mental clarity. That’s why Clere’s

The Clere Nourishing Tropical Fruits body

committed to its

Tropical Fruits body care products are

crème features a fruity fragrance infusion

original mandate of

formulated with a fruity fragrance blend of

of citrus, coconut and tropical notes. Its

understanding

citrus, coconut and tropical notes.’

formulation is also enriched with glycerine

and addressing the

gel and vitamins A and E, helping skin

unique needs of

retain its moisturise for up to 48 hours.

African consumers. •

Citrus scents are known for their uplifting and mood brightening benefits. Roberts

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BASF ups its game in

sub-Saharan Africa

By strengthening its regional network and tailoring its market approach, BASF Personal Care has ambitious plans to expand its presence in sub-Saharan Africa.

The company will also introduce a new application laboratory in Lagos, Nigeria.

T

he personal care market in sub-

While natural hair is the norm, according

Saharan Africa is growing and

to Mintel, African consumers have different

holds great potential for BASF.

attitudes, beauty standards and motivations

Dirk Mampe, the company’s vice

when it comes to their styles and product

president of personal care solutions in

choices. There is a growing demand for

Europe, says: ‘By increasing our presence

hair care products, from co-washes and

in the region, we can be more responsive

shampoos to hair mayonnaise and scalp

to market demands and to meeting

treatments, formulated with nature inspired

individual customer’s needs. By being

or naturally derived ingredients.

nearer to our African customers, we aim

Alongside manageability challenges

to become their preferred partner for

and hair that is susceptible to breakage, a

personal care solutions.’

dry and irritated scalp is another primary hair care concern of African consumers.

BY BEING NEARER TO OUR AFRICAN CUSTOMERS, WE AIM TO BECOME THEIR PREFERRED PARTNER FOR PERSONAL CARE SOLUTIONS

Phytosoothe – a compound of phytosterols

post-inflammatory reactions. Whitening or

from rapeseed and cetearyl alcohol – has

skin lightening products are most popular

been developed by BASF Care Creations

among African consumers to achieve

to protect, soothe and strengthen the

a more even skin tone, but they often

skin barrier for a healthier scalp. This

contain harmful ingredients that can

biomimetic active is suitable for scalp and

damage the skin over time.

hair care applications, including soothing

Nigerian, South African and Kenyan

shampoos, conditioners and hair masks.

authorities have all banned skin

It immediately soothes an irritated scalp

bleaching products formulated with high

and significantly reduces itch intensity and

amounts of hydroquinone and mercury.

the tingling sensation. These effects are

There is also an increased emphasis

company officially commissioned its new

cumulative and increase with the period

on education by the World Health

regional headquarters for West Africa and

of application. Phytosoothe is free from

Organization and major multinational

is strengthening its regional sales force and

preservatives, has a low melting point and

brands to inform consumers of the serious

network of distributors while increasing its

an excellent safety profile.

health risks associated with the continued

In October, the global chemical

capacity in marketing and research.

use of products that contain these

growing beauty markets in the West Africa,

BRIGHTENING ACTIVE FOR FACE AND BODY

the regional headquarters will be equipped

While most women in European and

friendly, fast acting solution for price

with a state of the art application laboratory

Asian markets rate wrinkles at the top

sensitive markets, BASF Care Creations

to cater to customers’ needs across all

of their list of skin concerns, in Africa,

developed Dermawhite WF C. This

countries in the sub-Saharan African market.

hyperpigmentation – or dark marks

scientifically proven and safe active

resulting in an uneven skin tone – is

ingredient is based on extracts of white

a primary problem in the skin care

blossoms which effectively brightening

category. It affects women of all ages

the skin. It also maintains the healthy

The personal care application lab forms

and skin tones but is particularly common

functions and fully respects the natural

an important part of BASF’s growth strategy

among women with darker complexions

characteristics of skin. •

for sub-Saharan Africa, to broaden the

because of the high melanin content in

company’s technical service in the African

their skin. Hyperpigmentation is caused

hair and skin and body care categories.

by sun exposure, hormonal imbalances or

Located in Nigeria, one of the fastest

PHYTOSTEROLS FOR A HEALTHY SCALP AND HAIR

toxic chemicals.

In response to the need for a skin

BASF – www.carecreations.basf.com

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Shaping African innovation with sustainable solutions Protea Chemicals has stepped up its strategy to focus on differentiated products, knowledge based solutions and more innovative offerings applicable to the African market. Abby Vorster reveals why, for companies like Protea, it pays to specialise in consumer care.

F

or long, Protea Chemicals (Protea)

services to the specific and changing

and handling capacities and more

has been perceived as a supplier

needs of its customers.

advancements are on the cards to grow

of commodity products yet its solutions add value to customers

the recently expanded I&I facilities with

A ROUTE TO AFRICA

its liquids blending plant beyond its

at every stage of the value chain. Its

Protea is the Omnia Group’s (Omnia)

commercialised innovations enable the

chemicals division. It works with many

‘world of things’ and without Protea’s

leading regional and global producers of

chemical sector, Protea is set to

expertise many of the healthcare, beauty

raw materials and ingredients, making

strengthen its already substantial

and household products consumers use

their products available

wouldn’t exist.

to African brands and

In addition to supplying the pharma,

manufacturers. Through

personal care and home care industries,

agency agreements,

Protea is active in the food and beverage,

strategic sourcing

water treatment, paints and inks,

or distribution

textiles, plastics, rubber, petroleum and

partnerships,

lubrication, packaging and paper, and

Protea provides

animal feed markets.

these international

By applying intellectual capital and

suppliers with cost-

capacity of liquids only.

With these investments in Africa’s

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presence in every segment of the broader chemicals distribution market in

South Africa.

ICIS Chemical Business rated Protea Chemicals ‘one of the DESIGNED TO largest chemical distributors in Africa’. The ratings were issued on 4 PERFORM June 2018 – Protea was ranked 39th The speciality chemicals globally and in Africa/Middle segment, according to East region, the company was a CRISIL Ratings Study, is ranked at a remarkable less risky than its commodity fifth place. counterpart. Specialities are

technologies to all key points along

effective and efficient

its supply and service chains, Protea

solutions to export their

differentiates itself from the competition.

products to Africa. This is made

This winning focus enables the company

possible by Omnia’s sophisticated

to create value, both up and down the

logistics network across the African

supply chain, by tailoring its products and

continent, which has expanded in

contributed 42 percent to Protea’s revenue

tandem with the group’s operational

in 2017 and 45 percent for the year ended

growth to span east, west, central,

March 2018. As a result of the higher

southern and South Africa.

margins of speciality ingredients and their

PROTEA CHEMICALS HAS INVESTED IN AN OFFICE IN GHANA AND RECENTLY SECURED NEW BUSINESS IN CÔTE D’IVOIRE

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Also focused on actively growing its

also low volume, high value adding products designed for a specific purpose.

The sales of speciality chemicals

growing contribution to the company’s

African footprint, Protea has invested

bottom line, Protea has invested extensively

in an office in Ghana and recently

in seeking out some of the best global

secured new business in Côte d’Ivoire.

producers of speciality ingredients, which

More good news for customers in Africa:

are suitable for the African market.

Protea has plans to enhance its import

Back-integrated into the wool industry, Stella Lanolines offers a wide range of high purity lanolin products and derivatives.

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pharma and cosmetics industries, for

A STRONG AND SUSTAINABLE BRAND

skin, personal, baby and body care

Delivering products and services is

lubricant products in South Africa and

applications, as well as anti-ageing and

not the only focus of Protea. ‘Creating

sub-Saharan Africa. The business has

anti-wrinkle lotions and products for skin

a better world’ has become both an

been clustered with the chemicals division,

disorder solutions. The company operates

immediate and long term prospect for

Protea Chemicals, broadening Protea’s

from an environmentally friendly state of

chemicals division and the Omnia Group

product offering and creating even more

the art refining plant based in Belgium.

in general. Omnia’s sustainability vision is

opportunities to grow the business beyond

‘to manage health, safety, environmental,

the South African border. •

These are specifically designed for the

Protea distributes its cosmetic, USP and EP grades of anhydrous lanolin as well as

social and financial demands and

USP and pesticide-free grades of lanolin

concerns in order to ensure the

oil, lanolin wax, ethoxylated lanolin (PEG-

responsible, ethical and ongoing success

30 and PEG-75), cosmetic and EP grades

of the business’. Among other things,

of lanolin alcohol and IPL.

‘Omnia continues to integrate economic

Henry Lamotte Oils, which are used

quality and social equity

veterinary industries, can also be sourced

into its business practices to

from Protea. The oils and waxes producer’s

constantly improve performance

capabilities range from pressing to

in a sustainable manner’. The

bottling, it offers complete traceability

December 2017 acquisition

and documentation, and all products are

of 90 percent of Umongo

subject to internal and external analyses.

Petroleum (Umongo) by Omnia

Aloe vera, argan, avocado, baobab,

perfectly illustrates how the

chia, rapeseed, pomegranate and soy

group integrates businesses for

bean are just some of the oils produced

economic development.

shea butter and bees wax.

and other related petroleum, oil and

Omnia – www.omnia.co.za Protea Chemicals – www.proteachemicals.co.za

development, environmental

in the cosmetics, pharma, food and

by Henry Lamotte, as well as cocoa butter,

leading distributor of additives, base oils

Umongo is based in KwaZuluNatal, South Africa, and is a

Protea Chemicals have a new range of naturally derived ingredients that are extensively used in ethnic care pharmaceutical and cosmetic products for the whole family.

Back- integrated to the wool industry, Lanolines Stella offers a wide range of high purity Lanolin products and derivatives specifically designed for the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries (skin care, personal care, baby care, body care, anti-ageing & anti wrinkles lotions, skin disorder solutions and for the most demanding end users.

Protea is the official distributor in SA for LANOLINES STELLA. Oils and fats are among the most important cosmetic ingredients and are frequently used for a variety of external applications.

They can be used directly as skin and hair care products but also as the basic ingredients for the manufacture of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products. A wider range of Henry Lamotte Plant oils and butters are now stocked in SA. Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Almond, Aloe Vera, Argan, Black Cumin Seed, Evening Primrose, Grape Seed, Castor, Coconut and Soybean oils are just some of the more popular selections in formulating ethnic care products.

Leanne Rossouw: Industry Sector Manager Mobile: + 27 (0)76 683 5615 Tel: +27 11 821 3310 Email: Leanne.Rossouw@proteachemicals.co.za General Enquiries: info@proteachemicals.co.za

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Ama-prot keeps curls from spiralling out of control

If you’re looking to develop a hair care product to better manage textured hair with intensive strengthening and repairing benefits, Ama-prot from Provital has been proven to keep hair healthy and more manageable.

O

ne of the most challenging

of damaged hair. According to Provital, low

The protein fraction of the Amaranth is

aspects of textured or Ethnic

molecular weight proteins and peptides have

rich in essential amino acids and has a

hair is manageability. According

the ability to penetrate the cortex. This makes

high amount of sulphur amino acids such

to www.dryscalpgone.com,

them ideal to repair, strengthen and protect

as cysteine and methionine, particularly

hair fibres from within.

suited to hair care applications. The lysine

combing textured hair can lead to a loss of important proteins which is why many

Several studies show peptides from

and arginine positively charged basic

natural hair care blogs advise consumers to

protein hydrolysates can adhere to hair or

amino acids and high amounts of starch

detangle their hair using their fingers rather

even penetrate it. The size of the peptide,

polysaccharides provide hair with

than brushing or combing. This makes it less

its charge and the pH of the medium are

extra nutrients.

likely to pull or break the strands.

of fundamental importance. Because

Another way to improve manageability is with

Amaranth proteins have more positively

uses its exclusive 3D matrix technology

charged amino acids than other proteins,

for the sustained release of the peptides

they are able to bond to the hair more

and polysaccharides onto the hair. The 3D

efficiently (negatively charged under

structure is injected with Ama-prot, which

normal conditions and even more so when

forms a protective film on the hair fibre,

damaged). So, they provide better nutrition

ensures the sustained release and improves

than other proteins (Longo 2006; Silva 2007).

the distribution of the active ingredients, as

AMA-PROT REDUCED HAIR LOSS BY 51 PERCENT IN COMPARISON TO THE PLACEBO

GRAINS WITH GREAT BENEFITS

For the best results with Ama-prot, Pro-vital

well as prolongs their action time.

The seeds of the Amaranth have a great

CARE UNDER THE COVERS

nutritional value with their protein content

Another interesting aspect of Ama-prot is its

ranging from 13 to 18 percent. They are also

ability to overcome the hair care challenges

Ama-prot, an aqueous extract of the seeds of

made up of eight percent unsaturated fatty

associated with regularly covering the

the Amaranthus caudatus plant, developed

acids, 29 percent oleic acid and 44 percent

hair. Many people cover their heads for

by Provital Group (Provital). It is obtained

linoleic acid, together with 64 percent starch.

different reasons, be it cultural, a fashion

using enzymatic hydrolysis, a technology

The high levels of leucine in the seeds acts as

statement, religious or, in Africa, to aspire to

exclusive to Provital. Distributed in sub-

an essential amino acid for protein synthesis.

the European standard of beauty by wearing

Saharan Africa by Savannah Fine Chemicals,

Phosphorus, calcium, iron, potassium, zinc,

wigs and weaves.

Ama-prot contains a high concentration of

vitamin E, vitamin B complex and between

peptides and polysaccharides, which help

eight and 12 percent of squalene can be

hat, wig or weave can cause friction with

improve the combability and manageability

found in the seeds.

the hair fibres, weakening and damaging

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Constantly covering the hair with a hijab,

ETHNIC CARE

AMARANTH HAIR CARE COLLECTION

hijab is commonplace. In Indonesia, the study sought to evaluate hair volume and evolution of the cuticles measured by scanning electronic microscopy. The

AMA-PROT FORMS part of Provital’s Amaranth

results showed Ama-prot

collection of active ingredients for hair care. Ama-

visibly increased the hair

oil is the oily extract of Amaranth seeds which offers

volume of hijab wearers

anti-humidity and anti-frizz benefits. Ama-leaf is an

while sealing and repairing

extract of the aerial part of the plant which is rich in

the cuticles, strengthening

polyphenols and restores hair’s natural movement.

the hair and helping it to recover its shine and fluidity.

In Tunisia, a customer

the cuticles (Lee et al. 2011). Friction between the fabric and the skin also generates electrostatic charges, believed to be responsible for inhibiting hair growth (Shafik 1993). There is evidence that some of the materials used to manufacture hats, caps and other types of headgear can cause a thinning of the epidermis, affecting the hair follicle.

satisfaction survey was carried out and hair breakage, hair loss and elasticity were evaluated. The results showed Ama-prot reduced hair loss by 51 percent in comparison to the placebo and breakage by 11 percent in comparison to the placebo. •

Because users require specific hair products to counteract these side effects, Provital sought to assess the volumising, repairing, moisturising and refreshing benefits of Ama-prot. Two double blind in vivo studies were carried out, one in Indonesia and the other in Tunisia – countries where wearing a

Provital Group – www.provitalgroup.com/en Savannah Fine Chemicals – www.savannah.co.za

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ETHNIC CARE

Perfect curls and flawless colour from Symrise SymHair Shape & Color is an innovative active ingredient that consists of a combination of wheat extracts, Camellia oil and a unique emollient. Marcia Paula of the Symrise Hair Care Centre in Brazil reveals why it’s set to bring a new dimension of care for curly and coily hair.

E

thnic hair is known for its

shape and showed less frizz and volume

challenges. It requires

in comparison to hair treated with a

special care as a

placebo product (see Figures

result of its specific

characteristics, including the rough texture and high roots.

The latter leads to increased volume while the tips are dry because natural sebum is prevented from travelling down the shaft, purely because of

Figure 1

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1 and 2). The volume decreased by 41 percent

compared to the SymHair Shape & Color placebo product. replaces the cell membrane The active also complex, providing greater keeps curls defined cuticle cohesion. This prevents the pigment from fading to in high humidity, and visibly prolong colour radiance. the results showed The active also repairs the tresses treated with hair fibre and restores SymHair Shape & Color hydrophobicity. maintained better shape of

the irregular shape of the hair

the curls and an overall healthier

fibre. This type of hair is also weak as it is

condition in comparison to the tresses

naturally thinner. These characteristics

treated with a placebo product

make it much more difficult to manage

(see Figure 3).

on a daily basis than Asian or Caucasian

resistance. The break stress of the fibres

curly hair to make it easier to manage.

treated with SymHair Shape &

But relaxing or straightening processes

Color was 33 percent higher compared

can negatively affect the hair and scalp

to the placebo. On SEM images of tresses

causing irritation, dryness and fragility.

treated with SymHair Shape & Color the less cracks in the hair surface and less

with colour. The good news is Symrise

border lifting, resulting in hair with a

research has developed a care

smoother texture. of SymHair Shape & Color were seen on

for the process of changes associated

coloured tresses, both treated with the

with taming and colouring curly hair.

active and untreated, were washed with

It provides essential care benefits for

of curl retention even in high humidity.

Shape & Color is as an efficient solution

These benefits have been proven in

for a variety of approaches in Ethnic

various tests.

hair care. It significantly contributes

Placebo (Sh / Cond)

Figure 3 SymHair® Shape & Color (Leave-on 0.5%)

to reinforcing hair structure, reducing damage at surface level and helping to keep the hair in good shape. It also reduces fading in colour treated hair. •

the volume of the natural Ethnic hair was evaluated using the Rumba System.

The results show tresses treated with the active ingredient maintained better

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DRY

terms of depth of colour and vibrancy.

These positive results prove SymHair

SymHair Shape & Color’s ability to control

WET

shampoo 10 times and compared in

and frizz, with a memory effect in terms

CURL SCULPTOR AND CHROMATIC DEFENDER

SymHair® Shape & Color (Sh 0.1% / Cond 0.5%)

The superior colour retention benefits

adaptogenisis, which prepares the hair

curly hair, such as decreasing volume

DRY

cuticles are more aligned, there are

hair styles, they also enjoy experimenting

ingredient, based on the concept of

WET

A tensile test was used to evaluate fibre

hair. So, consumers often straighten their

Just as consumers like to change their

*p<0.05, compared to Placebo.

Figure 2

Symrise – www.symrise.com *p<0.05, compared to Placebo.

Placebo

BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

Get ready to bond with your hair

Ashland’s FiberHance BM solution is a cost-effective solution that brings the benefits of bond multiplier technology to the hair care industry. This award-winning functional ingredient is available in select African regions from IMCD.

A

shland launched FiberHance

the hair, restoring hair fibre strength back

BM (INCI: Hydroxypropyl

to the levels of virgin hair and increasing

Gluconamide (and)

its manageability. According to Ashland,

Hydroxypropyl Ammonium

very few technologies can claim inner

Gluconate) solution last year and since

strengthening functionality, making

then, the technology has been patented.

FiberHance BM a superior solution.

It consists of a small molecule in which the chemical structure and dimension have

REPAIR HAIR FROM WITHIN

been specifically designed to optimise multi-

Relaxing and excessive styling can weaken

bond interactions within hair’s

hair, as well as ageing and environmental

keratin cortex.

aggressors like UV light and pollution. Some

Deemed ‘market changing technology’, FiberHance BM solution is now being included in the hair care industry’s arsenal

hair types, like curly and tightly coiled hair, are even weaker than straight hair.

Because the inner structure of weakened

of ingredients to strengthen hair from within.

hair has been compromised, it results in

The technology evolved from glucose-based

damaged or broken bonds and linkages,

chemistry and has a unique multifaceted

and becomes difficult to manage. It also

mode of action. It penetrates deep into

breaks easily and is prone to fizziness.

the cortex to create new hydrogen and

While there are typical anti-breakage

ionic bonds that support the damaged

products currently on the market, Ashland’s

internal keratin structure, strengthening

experts say they only work on the surface of

the hair, coating or strengthening it through the use of proteins. However, the long term and most effective solution would be to repair and restore the internal structure of the hair fibre. With FiberHance BM solution, this is made possible. •

Ashland – www.ashland.com IMCD South Africa – www.imcdgroup.com/worldwide/ south-africa

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BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

A beauty indulgence that won’t break the bank Women have been using lipstick for years to put on a happy face. These days, lipsticks are a staple product in most makeup bags and have evolved to be more durable, comfortable to wear and transfer resistant. Some even have added antiageing and lip plumping benefits. By Abby Vorster

L

ipstick is almost every woman’s go to for an affordable beauty fix, particularly during economic decline. The phenomenon was

first dubbed ‘The Lipstick Index’ by Estee Lauder’s chairman, Leonard Lauder, demonstrating how purchases of these small beauty indulgences increase during tough times.

But his theory was later debunked by economists and activists, calling the phenomenon ‘feminist’ and generally invalid. Estee Lauder still believes its chairman’s theory holds value today.

Think of your individual spending habits and what you gravitate towards when

colour for Kenyan women with very few

faced with uncertain times. Often, it’s an

willing to take the risk of wearing any

QUALITY LIPSTICK TECHNOLOGY

affordable beauty product like lipstick

other colour’.

Phoenix Chemical develops proprietary

or a manicure to boost your confidence,

These days red is just one of a thousand

improve your mood and escape – if only

lipstick colour options available to African

and ingredients to create quality lipstick

for a short while – from reality.

consumers. This is a result of western

products. Its ingredients also ensure lipsticks

influence and global cosmetics industry

meet the performance and

economies, including Nigeria, Ethiopia

innovations, which have made an

colour payoff required by consumers

and Kenya, the context of the lipstick

entire range of rich pigmented lipsticks

with darker skin tones. Phoenix Chemical’s

effect differs in Africa. In 2017, Kenyan

in colours suitable for dark skin tones,

technologies are not only suitable for

author, Carol Odero wrote an article

such as fuchsia, magenta and shades

lipstick applications but also cosmetics,

for Daily Nation – a website reporting

of orange. Deep plum, pale to dark

personal care products and OTC pharma

Kenyan, African and global news –

chocolate browns and pink, peach or

products.

stating ‘red was for long the staple lip

even purple shades are also suitable.

Home to some of the fastest growing

and unique chemical technologies

The company has expanded into a

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BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

multinational organisation with agents worldwide, allowing Phoenix Chemical to serve customers globally. Throughout southern Africa, Essential Specialised Products is the exclusive agent and distributor for Phoenix Chemical.

polymeric ester principally composed of

PELEMOL T91854 HAS HIGH EMOLLIENCY AND IS EXTREMELY GLOSSY

the product produced when isostearyl alcohol reacts with trilinoleic acid. It is a dark amber, tasteless liquid with virtually no odour. Pelemol T91854 has high emolliency and is extremely glossy on skin. These

Esters, whether synthetic or vegetable

properties strongly suggest it could be

derived, are key ingredients in lipstick

and other properties important in a lipstick.

used as an effective pigment dispersant in

formulations. They have multifunctional

For example, Pecosil AS improves mould

lipsticks and other lip products,

properties including solvency, pigment

release for lipstick during manufacturing

like glosses or stains.

wetting, lubricious substantivity,

and imparts high gloss in lipsticks when

superior cushion, gloss, emolliency and

used in conjunction with Pecosil ARS-09.

spreadability as well as the benefit of

With Phoenix Chemical’s products, you

Phoenix Chemical Pelemol DP-144B is

moisturisation. The ester Pelemol BB is

said to be a truly unique polyester. The

can formulate

formed when behenic acid reacts with

product was developed through the

a moisturising

behenyl alcohol. It is completely vegetable

outcome of a chemical reaction between

lipstick with a

derived with an off-white appearance and

dipentaerythritol, tetrapolyhydroxystearic

velvety finish,

is sold as a 100 percent active oil soluble

acid and behenic acid. Pelemol DP-144B is

or one with high

flake. When introduced into the oil phase of

100 percent active, tacky and substantive.

gloss and excellent

an emulsion, Pelemol BB will build viscosity

It will hold three times its weight in water

payoff. But what about

at low solids for a richer feel, making it a

and is a superior lipstick ester, producing

transfer resistance? Phoenix

very cost-effective ester.

moisturisation and occlusive humectancy.

Chemical produces a range of Giovarez

Compared to lanolin-based lipstick, this

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SILOXANE WAXES AND SUPERIOR ESTERS

polyester product increases the melting point of a lipstick by five degrees Celsius,

Siloxane waxes form a large component of

without compromising on its velvety finish

lipstick formulations. The Pecosil AS-A series

or payoff.

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BEAUTY INNOVATIONS

Destress and protect skin with phytochemicals Now you can create beauty boosting formulations that fight toxins to achieve healthier looking skin. The key ingredient is a plant-based active from Clariant Active Ingredients, which is a combination of broccoli, citrus and aloe extracts.

A

t the beginning of 2017, Clariant, a world leader in speciality chemicals, established an active ingredients business

unit for the personal care industry. The company has invested substantially in the

cell apoptosis.

Through over-

new unit, to expand its classic portfolio of

stimulation of the

specialty formulation ingredients for skin,

sebocytes located in

hair and body care applications. Its newest

sebaceous glands,

active ingredient is BioDTox – to brighten

excessive toxins can

skin, reduce sebum and protect against the

trigger additional

harmful effects of pollution.

oxidative stress, which modifies skin’s

‘By investing in a team of experts and

sebum production. This leads to an overall

state of the art facilities, Clariant has

accumulation of imperfections, including

demonstrated its commitment to ensuring

excessively shiny or dull looking skin.

The mode of action of BioDTox is depicted, showing how it tackles toxins that result in dull and oily skin. It also successfully cleanses the skin of particulate matter caused by pollutants

the unit is positioned as a top player in the

Through detailed understanding of the

global field of active ingredients,’ says the

mode of action of BioDTox, Clariant Active

unit’s global head, Ernesto Horikosh.

Ingredients has identified its ability to

antioxidants, acting as free radical

enhance the skin cell detoxification process.

scavengers to protect the skin. Aloe,

at the Sanofi BioParc in Toulouse, France.

BioDTox activates the Nrf2 pathway, which

with its well-established skin benefits,

This is where its latest R&D project has been

in turn breaks down toxins, protecting skin

contains polyphenols that also have

underway to confirm the efficacy of BioDTox.

from the damage caused by oxidative stress

strong antioxidant properties. Broccoli

Results show the active ingredient stimulates

and limiting disorders. Sebum is immediately

is an abundant source of sulforaphane

skin’s natural detoxification process,

controlled, and pores are cleansed.

– a well-known activator of the phase II

Clariant Active Ingredients’ facility is based

controls sebum production and cleanses

The performance of BioDTox has been

Citrus bioflavonoids are powerful

detoxification enzyme.

skin by removing impurities caused by

verified by Clariant Active Ingredients using

Alexandre Lapeyre, global manager of

pollutants. These advantages lead to a

new in-depth test methods. These focused

technical marketing at Clariant, comments:

brighter complexion and enhance skin’s

on regulating the activation of sebocytes

‘Nowadays, we are exposed to more toxic

protection against damage caused by

where real life skin care concerns such as

chemicals than our predecessors ever were.

environmental aggressors.

oily and acne prone skin were mimicked in

This over-exposure takes its toll on skin’s

models leading to control of lipid content.

natural ability to detoxify and boost itself.

PURER, BRIGHTER SKIN

A further test included apoptotic protection

The result is skin imperfections, increased

Excessive exposure to toxins such as

against oxidative stressors. The business

shine from overproduced sebum and a lack

pollutants and chemicals can harm skin by

unit also identified the ingredient’s ability

of radiance. With BioDTox, formulators are

preventing its natural detoxification process

to aggregate pollutants in order to ease

equipped with a solution to develop rinse-off

from operating efficiently. This is generally a

their elimination by increasing the particle

and leave-on products in line with detox and

two-step process:

size. The results of this test reinforced the

plant-based ingredients trends. Products

• Step 1 facilitates the modification of these

cleansing ability of BioDTox.

formulated with BioDTox will effectively target

toxic compounds, including reactive

impurities to detoxify skin, enhance the

hydrophilic substances, which are easily

TARGET IMPURITIES EFFECTIVELY

eliminated.

The extracts used to develop BioDTox were

oxygen species (ROS), into non-toxic

• Step 2, under Nrf2 regulation, can

selected from specific species of broccoli,

directly activate anti-oxidant enzymes,

citrus and aloe – known for their potential in

neutralising oxidants and limiting induced

stimulating the detoxification process.

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complexion and increase skin’s resistance to toxins.’ •

Clariant Active Ingredients – www.clariant.com

HOME CARE

An enzyme solution for emerging markets

Novozymes has launched Progress In, a new enzymatic solution to help detergent producers in emerging markets develop better, more effective products. The solution is Novozymes’ first tailor-made product for masstier detergents in these markets.

P

eople do laundry in different

PRICE MATTERS

ways all over the world. As an

Novozymes Progress In removes the

example, it is normal for many

most common stains and is specifically

African families to do laundry by

developed to be easy to formulate in mass

hand five to six times weekly, often with each wash requiring up to six buckets

tier powder detergents.

By switching from surfactants and

of water. While habits differ, consumers

chemicals to enzymes, detergent producers

want clean clothes and a detergent that

can save costs while delivering better

can remove stubborn stains from mud,

cleaning performance. In turn, consumers

grass, vegetables and cooking oil.

will get cleaner clothes using less water,

All detergent producers supplying the African market should ask

energy and effort.

‘Price is an important parameter for

themselves, ‘how good is my product

consumers when they choose their

at removing stains’?

detergent. Novozymes Progress In will not

Mikael Bechsgaard, VP at

WHAT ARE ENZYMES? 1. They target one substrate and don’t produce unwanted byproducts 2. Enzymes work quickly to improve processes under milder conditions 3. Environmentally friendly and biodegradable, enzymes help save water and reduce electricity usage 4. Enzymes are catalytic, which means they continue to work effectively and are not consumed in the process.

add to the formulation cost of the detergent

Novozymes comments: ‘We have

as it allows the manufacturer to reduce

range of industrial enzymes and

developed Novozymes Progress In for

spend on chemicals,’ Bechsgaard explains.

microorganisms. The company uses

Novozymes Progress In was launched in

nature’s solutions to help customers

the emerging mass-tier markets to help soapers produce better detergents.

Africa and Middle East towards the end of

produce more using less, adapt to

It can be used in powder detergents

2017 and is now being rolled out in other

market changes, make their products

and aims to address washing needs

emerging markets worldwide.

competitive and to reduce costs. With

‘It is our aim to expand sales of

Novozymes’ expertise, enzymes can be

Progress In in all emerging markets,’

used on an industrial scale to optimise

says Bechsgaard. ‘We will continue to

output, deliver better products and

partners, Novozymes already sells

develop enzyme solutions specifically for

accelerate processes, while saving water,

detergent solutions in emerging markets,

these geographies because they require

energy and raw materials. •

but the company’s enzymes are not used

regionally optimised innovation at low cost.’

throughout the continent for stain removal and cleaner clothes.’

Working with global and regional

in mass-tier detergents, making Africa a key market for the company growth.

Novozymes is a global leader in biological solutions, producing a wide

Novozymes – www.novozymes.com

DID YOU KNOW?

As more and more foreign brands move into the mass-tier segment in Africa, differentiation is key. This is because in some African markets, up to 40 percent of product volumes in the home care segment are Chinese and Southeast Asian imports.

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Are you ready for 4.0?

Better data management and improved efficiency are just two of the advantages of adopting industry 4.0 on a packaging line.

Yet, with many packaging suppliers already operating on tight margins, making the complete switch appears exorbitant.

O

A smart factory relies on various elements to be effective

f course, a modern, flexible and

the control system. Access to this level of data is a key enabler in helping

smart line offers the most benefits.

manufacturers realise the benefits of a 4.0 system.

But if these production upgrades are

STEPS TO GET STARTED

beyond your budget, industry 4.0

experts at Omron Industrial Automation (Omron)

A good starting point is to capture data electronically. Working processes may

suggests making small changes, focusing

need to be adjusted to ensure the data is logged in a digital format. If the

specifically on ways to boost efficiency.

data is already being captured by the equipment, it needs to be connected to

Smart packaging lines can improve traceability,

higher level IT domain or analytical software. Yet this may require some minor

uptime and quality, while reducing production

technical upgrades.

costs and the total cost of ownership. Most of

GAINING KNOWLEDGE ON PRODUCTION EFFICIENCIES FREES UP YOUR RESOURCES TO INVEST IN LESS EFFICIENT AREAS

these benefits originate from the integrated component and control platform. This allows seamless exchange of data between devices and

Once your data capturing system is in place, you can start analysing it from an efficiency perspective and

Achieve flexible production with integrated robotics solutions

identify potential bottlenecks. The condition of the device can also be monitored for preventative maintenance measures.

Consider this – your inline labelling machine has a small fault. The operators know sometimes it needs to be adjusted to keep it running smoothly. Because it only takes a minute or two to fix, they’ve stopped tracking it completely. But over time, even a small fault could impact productivity.

EMPOWERED AND EFFICIENT Gaining knowledge on production efficiencies frees up your resources to invest in less efficient areas. This is where your strategy for migrating to smart, flexible Delta Parallel robot Quattro and Hornet

Articulated robot Viper

SCARA robot eCobra

Mobile robot LD Series

production will start to develop.

Omron’s experts also believe it’s beneficial to retool a

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line to support different product formats, because most

Our industrial robotics range from articulated, SCARA, and DELTA to collaborative (mobile) robots that optimize the handling of varying lot sizes and diverse products, formats and qualities. Achieve flexible production with integrated robotics solutions that give you a competitive edge!

advantageous from an efficiency perspective.

Discover how to improve your flexible production, contact us: +27 (0)11 579 2600 info.sa@eu.omron.com industrial.omron.co.za

modern FMCG production runs tend to be shorter or more diverse. They also say automating changeovers is Accessible data empowers operators and production controllers to make informed decisions about the status of a packaging line. With a smart system, issues can be identified swiftly and fixed immediately. It also encourages preventive maintenance detecting potential issues before they occur. •

Omron Industrial Automation – www.industrial.omron.co.za

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PACKAGING MACHINERY

Contaminant and oil-free air makes for good medicine Portable air and power solutions rental company, Rand-Air supplied an Atlas Copco ZT315VSD oil-free air compressor to Adcock Ingram. This South African pharmaceutical company manufactures and markets a wide range of healthcare products, many of which are distributed into Africa.

T

he pharma industry is

The unit is well-suited for

an important vertical

the rigorous 24/7 duty cycle

target sector for Rand

required by the customer. Its

Air. Henry Fourie, Rand-

output is critical in ensuring

REPRESENTATION IN THE AFRICAN REGION

Air’s business development

uninterrupted production. The

manager for long term rental,

rental supply contract is for a

WHILE RAND-AIR has an extensive network in

period of three years.

South Africa, it also has substantial presence

approached Adcock Ingram at the end of 2017 with a solution for a standby compressor at

Byrone Thorne

its steriles and critical care

A reliable supply of completely contaminant and oil-free compressed air is essential

in sub-Saharan Africa. In Angola, Rand-Air is represented through Atlas Copco Rental and in Kenya, it has Atlas Copco Rental representation

manufacturing facility in Aeroton, Gauteng,

for pharmaceutical high-speed mixing

in Nairobi which also covers Tanzania and

South Africa.

processes. It is also essential for blending

northern Mozambique.

and packaging and for Adcock Ingram’s

Should a customer in any of these key sub-

a key role in South Africa’s pharma supply

in-house water plant, which produces the

Saharan African regions require, for example,

chain, producing a range of intravenous

sterile water used to formulate injectable

a large oil-free compressor, or other rental

fluids, renal dialysis products, large and

medicines. This water is also used as the

equipment, Rand-Air is equipped to arrange

small volume parenterals, as well as

final rinsing agent for any component that

with Atlas Copco Rental to have this hire unit

medical-grade sheeting for steriles and

comes in contact with the actual medical

rapidly delivered to site.

blood collection bags.

formulation, such as vials, ampules, caps

During its 45 years of operation, Rand-Air has

and stoppers.

grown the business exponentially through the

Adcock Ingram’s Aeroton facility plays

Byrone Thorne, marketing manager of Rand-Air, says: ‘Despite quotations from

simple (yet complex) expedient of exceeding

providing reliable, safe, quality and superior

FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST

customer service won Rand-Air the job.’

With the Atlas Copco ZT315VSD, the

the same level of service to its customers in

lead time from order to delivery was a

sub-Saharan Africa.

competitors, our successful track record in

The Aeroton facility is already equipped

customer expectations. As with its South African rental base, Rand-Air takes pride in extending

with two centrifugal compressors, which

comparatively short period of 14 weeks. This

supply oil-free air. This high-purity oil-free

included the time it took to modify the unit

where the customer is given the freedom to

compressed air is fed into an extensive

per the customer’s requirements.

concentrate on its core business leaving the

stainless steel piping installation, which

While it is the customer’s responsibility

responsibility for the provision of essential,

prevents rust formation, oil carry-over or

to make sure the compressor is suitably

contaminant and oil-free compressed air

other contamination.

located and secure, Rand-Air’s high-quality

to Rand-Air. •

‘The Atlas Copco ZT315VSD, with its

service and maintenance agreement is all

1 557 cubic feet per minute, 8.6 bar supply,

part of the package. In the unlikely event of

is highly suitable for this application as it

any issues with the unit and its functionality,

provides completely contaminant-free and

Rand-Air will be on hand to supply an interim

oil-free air,’ adds Thorne.

replacement unit. ‘So, it

RELIABLE BACKUP SUPPLY

really is a hassle-free service we offer,’ asserts Thorne.

In this instance, Rand-Air did not supply a

Adcock Ingram’s

dryer as Adcock Ingram’s takes the feed

process improvement

from the Atlas Copco ZT315VSD through its

project engineer, Johan

own in-house dryer. While it is a standby

Bredenkamp adds: ‘We

unit, in the event of an operational issue

were pleased with the way

with one of the in-house centrifugal

the installation went and

compressors, the Atlas Copco ZT315VSD

are happy to have this extra

would take over the supply of compressed

standby capacity.’

air with minimum disruption to the facility’s manufacturing capability.

Rand-Air – www.randair.co.za

This is very much in line with Rand-Air’s rental ethos,

Atlas Copco ZT315VSD standby compressor installed by Rand-Air at Adcock Ingram’s Aeroton facility, in Gauteng, South Africa

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Portable, non-pneumatic and economic pouch feeder system Omega Design Corporation – a global provider of innovative packaging machinery for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and consumer healthcare industries – has introduced a non-pneumatic pouch inserter system.

T

he econo pouch feeder is a

An operator loads a

portable cost-effective, non-

pouch desiccant

pneumatic pouch inserter which

reel onto its spindle

feeds up to 150 desiccants or

and then feeds

oxygen scavengers per minute. Requiring

the desiccant

no air, the all-electric feeder is capable

strip into the

of single or multiple pouch drops per

dispensing head.

container and can dispense into bottles,

The automatic

trays and diagnostic kits.

feeder cuts the pouch desiccants

POUCHES FROM ALL MAJOR MANUFACTURERS ARE COMPATIBLE WITH OMEGA’S ECONO POUCH FEEDER The feeder forms part of Omega Design Corporation’s (Omega’s) new Impact

from their strip,

DID YOU KNOW?

needed and at minimal Omega’s Impact Series low cost overall investment.’ purchasing option lets customers Omega has configure their new machines from a specialised in the range of qualified options. In addition to design, manufacture, saving 20 to 40 percent on traditional, service, and support quote-based offerings, customers will benefit from much shorter lead of a broad range of times without compromising on container handling construction, performance and packaging or technical support. equipment systems since

dispenses the desired quantity and verifies the

handling systems, shrink bundlers, stretch

dispensing head.

banders, secondary bottle and fifth panel

Featuring an anodised aluminium

nest together cartons with a fifth panel –

integrated colour touch screen HMI,

canister and pouch-style desiccant/oxygen

pouches from all major manufacturers

absorber feeders, as well as coding, vision

are compatible with Omega’s Econo

and packing modules that support lot and

Pouch Feeder.

unit level serialisation. •

PLUG AND PLAY AS NEEDED A variety of options are available with the

path available for select models of bottle

Econo Pouch Feeder:

unscramblers, desiccant feeders, and

• a bottle control handling system for

easier. The challenges its customers’ face in an evolving and regulated landscape are increasing; their competition is getting tougher and budgets are tightening. With the new Impact Series, it provides a way for companies of all sizes to obtain high value packaging automation equipment at a low entry point, without having to compromise on its construction, performance or support. It is also versatile and highly cost-effective.

FLEXIBLE YET ACCURATE

certain bottle profiles • a down bottle reject system offers redundancy protection for bottles exiting the machine • a dual pouch reel storage system increases accessibility and convenience • a machine status package increases visual machine status • a UL panel indicates certified cabinet construction, components and assembly • a validation support package details documentation for validation requirements.

‘The Econo Pouch Feeder system fills

Showcased at Pack Expo International,

a market need, as it is both versatile

the 2018 show that took place in Chicago,

and highly cost-effective,’ said Glenn

USA, the Econo Pouch Feeder’s unique,

Siegele, president of Omega. ‘As line

patent-pending dispensing head

configurations become increasingly

uses a stepper motor to quickly and

customised by job, the flexible unit

accurately cut pouches from a strip.

represents the sort of plug and play

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carton orienteers – which automatically

frame, slim line dispensing head and

Impact Series is an alternative buying

solution to help make its customers’ lives

1969. These systems include bottle unscramblers, bottle-puck

exiting of the desiccants from the

Series of pre-configured machines. The

shrink bundlers. Omega developed this

solutions that can assist as

Omega Design Corporation – www.omegadesign.com

The portable, cost-effective econo pouch feeder from Omega Design Corporation

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