As Indian retailers transition away from prohibited single-use plastics, Raipur-based Simmac has introduced a suite of automated machinery at Bharat Print Expo 2026 designed to scale the production of durable polypropylene (PP) packaging.
Representing the company at the Chennai Trade Centre, Simran Hariramani, detailed the firm’s focus on heavy-duty manufacturing solutions. Under the direction of Dilip Hariramani, the company has positioned itself as a key supplier for businesses moving toward the reusable box-bag and D-cut formats mandated by current environmental regulations.
Technical integration: Roll-to-roll printing
The technical highlight of the Simmac exhibit is a new roll-to-roll printing machine. Specifically engineered for the textured surface of non-woven PP fabric, the machine solves common industrial challenges regarding ink adhesion and registration.
The system allows for high-speed, multi-colour printing before the fabric is converted into finished bags, providing an efficient workflow compared to manual screen printing or secondary processing. Hariramani noted that the initial days of the expo have seen interest from commercial printers looking to diversify their service offerings.
Automating the reusable bag workflow
The machinery on display targets the industrialisation of the carry-bag sector. Since its founding, Simmac has specialised in fully automatic box-type bag-making machines.
These units integrate several stages of production — including printing, laminating, and slitting — into a single continuous line. By automating the production of zipper-lock and loop-handle bags, the technology aims to lower the per-unit cost for manufacturers, helping durable synthetics compete with the low price points historically associated with thin-film plastics.
Beyond bag-making, Simmac’s portfolio includes rotogravure printing presses and specialised mask-making equipment. The company’s focus remains on high-motion automation, catering to domestic manufacturers who require machinery to maintain 24/7 production cycles.