Using the co.'s AFS/6B product-grouping, case-forming and closing machine, an unusual six-bottle corrugated-microflute carrier can be manufactured. The wraparound carrier uses no partitions, holding the bottles so tightly, there is no product movement during shipping and handling. A side seam ensures that the bottles stay secure compared to competitive designs, the co. reports. The package design, patented in Spain, is freely available for use in the U.S.

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