Experience Expertise: 

Canmakers need to get ready for the future. Chris Cupisz makes that happen. Since completing his studies in chemical engineering, he has spent 20 years striving to take the metal packaging industry to the next level. In that time, he’s experienced many big trends and transformative technologies. And the biggest changes are taking place right now.

Digitalization and sustainability are re-shaping the way companies make food and beverage cans. Chris is convinced that both trends offer exciting opportunities for business success. That’s why he works closely with partners to understand their unique processes and priorities. Then he helps to upgrade their facilities with customized, future-ready equipment.

Data-driven and driving progress

Smart equipment for chemical dosing and control is at the heart of Chris’s work. He helps customers to upgrade existing processes or set up new lines by installing these innovative systems. This makes it possible to automate surface treatment applications and save chemicals and costs – while also generating data to strengthen decision-making. Modern equipment also helps companies move closer toward their targets for sustainability. 

Listen to the experts

Chris is part of a global team of engineers with deep expertise in how to implement resource-efficient, digital and sustainable innovations in the metal packaging industry. Those technical specialists are the driving force behind Henkel’s long track record of enabling progress for packaging – for all kinds of applications and across every region worldwide.

Now, we’re giving that team a platform to highlight their latest sustainable solutions on our website, LinkedIn page and other channels. Watch out for regular updates about pioneering people and modern technologies that make a measurable impact on business success and sustainability… Get ready to Experience Expertise!

Resource-efficient and ready for the future

Digital systems for metal packaging reduce process variations and improve line efficiency, while also lowering applied costs. Chris and his colleagues visit customers to plan and install the optimal solution on-site. They also provide training to empower workers to read and understand real-time feedback from sensors and use it for continuous improvement.

Chris takes deep pride in the knowledge within Henkel’s team, and gets real enjoyment from sharing his process and programming insights with customers. But for a true engineer, the measurable proof of each smart system’s impact brings the biggest smile to his face – and creates valuable progress for companies that want to grab opportunities related to digitalization and sustainability.