Economic and Environmental Value Simulation of the Innovative Valve-less Technology TiMELESS®
June 2026
Cost Optimization Proposal through Plastic Valve Elimination Scheme
| Provided by | TiMELESS® Promotion Project Team (NAGASE Group) |
|---|---|
| Simulation Assumptions |
Annual Production: 4,000,000 bags Valve Unit Price: €0.03 Valve Weight: 1g *Note: These values are strictly hypothetical assumptions set by our team for demonstration purposes. |
| Date of Issue | June 2026 |
Background & Challenges in the Packaging Industry
With the recent global rise in sustainability awareness, reducing plastic waste (de-plasticization) in packaging materials has become a top management priority in the manufacturing industry. In particular, packages for coffee, fermented foods, and chemicals that require the degassing of internal gases have traditionally relied on "plastic degassing valves".
However, the adoption of conventional plastic valves entails three major challenges:
- Fixed Costs: The material cost of the valve itself heavily gives an impacts the unit price of the product.
- Complex Production Process: The introduction and maintenance of valve-affixing machines and material losses due to application errors.
- Environmental Impact: It hinders the transition to mono-material packaging and increases the overall volume of plastic waste.
Overview of "TiMELESS®" Valve-less Innovation
"TiMELESS®" is an innovative valve-less packaging technology that uses a patented sealing technology to allow internal gases to escape while preventing external air from entering, without using any conventional plastic valves.
By introducing this technology, it becomes possible to eliminate the physical valve part from the supply chain while maintaining the packaging's crucial "functionality". This simultaneously achieves significant reductions in material costs and delivers overwhelming environmental value (plastic reduction).
Economic Simulation (Based on 4 million Bags/Year)
Based on the hypothetical values mentioned above, we have estimated the annual cost merit under the premise that no additional investment in machinery is required.
| Comparison Item | Current Spec (Now) | After TiMELESS® |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Production Volume | 4,000,000 bags | 4,000,000 bags |
| Valve Unit Price | €0.03 | €0.00 |
| Total Annual Valve Material Cost | €120,000 | €0 |
[Annual Valve Cost Savings through Implementation]
€120,000
Annual Valve Cost Gross Savings
* The savings above represent the direct reduction in physical valve purchasing costs. Details regarding technical usage fees (TiMELESS® fee) will be quoted separately.
Important Note: The calculation below is a baseline simulation using completely hypothetical values independently assumed by our team (€0.03 per valve, 4,000,000 bags annually), and does not reflect specific figures provided by your company. It is intended to demonstrate the scale of potential benefits.
Creation of Environmental Value (Plastic Reduction)
| Item | Per Bag | Annual (4M Bags) Total |
|---|---|---|
| Conventional Valve Weight (Plastic) | 1.0 g | 4,000,000 g |
| Valve Weight After TiMELESS® | 0.0 g | 0 g |
| Direct Plastic Reduction Amount | 1.0 g |
4,000 kg (4.0 Metric Tons) |
Important Note: The following calculation relies on the arbitrary assumption set by our team that a single conventional valve weighs exactly 1g.
By reducing the physical valve to "zero", approximately 4.0 tons of plastic waste can be directly eliminated annually based on this simulation. This highly promotes the transition to mono-material packaging, dramatically improves recyclability, and maximizes the brand's value as an environmentally friendly product.
Conclusion & Recommended Next Steps
As demonstrated in this hypothetical simulation, the introduction of "TiMELESS®" is an extremely rational solution that can simultaneously achieve an "annual gross reduction of approximately €120,000 in valve costs" and an "annual 4.0-ton reduction in plastic waste".
- Calculation of Actual Benefits:
We will calculate and estimate the precise cost savings and plastic reduction based on your company's actual volume of the valves and real data.
- Compatibility Evaluation via Actual Samples:
NAGASE will provide TiMELESS® samples. We request your team to conduct a compatibility evaluation at your laboratory, including gas emission performance tests and filling tests.
- Final Specification Confirmation & Comprehensive Quotation:
We will confirm the final packaging specifications and provide a detailed quotation, which will factor in VFFS machinery requirements and TiMELESS® specification/licensing fees.
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