Mamata Machinery Limited has secured an order worth approximately USD 1.17 million for a 9-layer blown film plant from a customer in the United Arab Emirates. This marks the company’s third consecutive order for the product and its second major export order in this category. Delivery of the plant is scheduled for the fourth quarter of FY26, and it will be commissioned for the production of high-barrier films.
The announcement follows two earlier order wins by the company from customers in India and Latin America, indicating a rising share of international sales for its co-extrusion product segment.
The first domestic order came from a customer in India, valued at approximately INR 72 million. This plant is to be commissioned for high-barrier films and scheduled for delivery by the end of Q4 FY26. This order was placed by Vijay Flexipack.
The first international order was secured from a customer in Latin America, valued at approximately INR 85 million. Delivery is planned for Q3 FY27. This marked the company’s first major export order for the 9-layer blown film plant.
A 9-layer blown film plant is a specialised extrusion system designed to produce plastic films with nine distinct polymer layers. The process involves extruding molten polymers through a circular or annular die, where nine extruders simultaneously feed different polymer melts to create individual layers. These layers are typically formulated to provide specific functions such as barrier protection, sealing, and mechanical strength, and may include materials like polyolefins, nylons, EVOH, and tie layers for adhesion.
The film is formed as a bubble inflated by air, which is then cooled, guided upwards, collapsed, flattened, and wound into rolls. The multi-layer structure allows for the development of complex functional films that offer enhanced resistance to gas, moisture, and aroma transfer, making them suitable for flexible packaging, particularly in food applications.
The technology demands precise control to ensure uniform layer thickness and strong adhesion between layers. Its advantages include improved film consistency, the ability to incorporate different resins for specific functions, and higher output compared with fewer-layer systems. However, the operation is sophisticated, with challenges such as material handling, extrusion control, and layer purging during material changes.
Overall, a 9-layer blown film plant enables the production of advanced high-barrier films using multi-material co-extrusion, offering enhanced protection and printability for packaging applications.
Mamata Machinery Limited is a provider of flexible packaging machinery solutions. Its portfolio spans co-extrusion, converting, and packaging machinery. The company has more than 35 years of experience in the sector, with over 5,000 machine installations across 80 countries.