Market Research Report: Closure Systems International Inc. (CSI)

Company Overview

• Name: Closure Systems International Inc. (CSI)

• Mission: To get customers, employees, suppliers, and shareholders to say that CSI is the best company in the plastic closure and capping equipment industry.

• Founded: The origins trace back to the 1930s, where aluminum closures were developed at Alcoa’s New Kensington, PA research lab.

• Founder: No information is available on a specific founder.

• Key People: Richard Burt, Vice President of Business Development & Sustainability

• Headquarters: Indianapolis, IN

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: CSI is a global leader in designing and manufacturing innovative closures and capping equipment for carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, juices, isotonics, teas, adult beverages, dairy, food, pharmaceutical, and automotive fluid markets.

Products

Beverage Closures

• Plastic and Aluminum Closures: Suitable for various filling processes such as Cold-fill, Hot-fill, Aseptic-fill, etc.

• One-Piece and Two-Piece Designs: Offer flexibility and compatibility with a wide range of applications.

Food Closures

• Narrow-mouth and Wide-mouth Closures: Used for products like salad dressing, barbeque sauces, and mayonnaise.

• Custom Decorations and Sealing Options: Available to meet specific customer needs.

Automotive Fluid Closures

• Leak-Proof Performance: Designed to ensure brand integrity and efficient application.

Other Customizable Closures

• Versatile Designs: Can be customized as per unique requirements to enhance brand differentiation and consumer appeal.

Key Products and Features

• 38D-KF Closure: Features a half-moon style foil liner for dual tamper evidence and reinforced seal.

• AM-Lok 28mm: Plastic linerless cap for carbonated beverage and sparkling water.

• Aqua-Lok mini™ 26mm: Ultra lightweight design for bottled water offering improved economics and performance.

• AS-Lok 28mm: Robust seal design suitable for aseptically filled products.

Recent Developments

• Recent Developments: CSI has launched PolyCycle®, a sustainable resin made of post-consumer recycled content, which is 100% recyclable.

• Partnerships: Engaged in collaborations advancing sustainable packaging with entities like the U.S. Plastics Pact and Sustainable Packaging Coalition.

• Innovations: CSI's design for Coca-Cola's Dasani won the 2020 Caps & Closures Innovation Award.

• Exhibitions: Presentations of PCR Solutions at PACK EXPO 2024 and other international exhibitions.

Sustainability Initiatives

• PolyCycle®: An innovative resin contributing to sustainability by reducing material use and providing a recyclable solution.

• Sustainability Expertise: Embedded in core business strategy focusing on Product Stewardship, Responsible Operations, and Partnerships for Sustainable Progress.

Equipment and Services

• Capping Systems: Known for high-speed, high-performance production. Available with versatile options like turret or freestanding machines.

• Technical Services and Support: Offers a network of skilled representatives providing global technical support.

Innovation

• New Product Development (NPD) Process: Follows a structured process including creative ideation space known as Studio C. Emphasis on creating functional prototypes quickly to meet customer needs.

• Studio C Creations: Provides differentiated technologies catering to unmet customer needs through functional and aesthetic improvements.

Conclusion

Closure Systems International Inc. (CSI) continues to lead the closure and capping solutions industry with its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Through its robust product offerings, pioneering developments like PolyCycle®, and focused sustainability initiatives, CSI remains a formidable player in the global market.