I N J E C T I O N M O U L D I N G F A C T O R Y

I N J E C T I O N M O U L D I N G F A C T O R Y

F U T U R E I N S H A P E
screw and plug cans with tamper evident closure · measuring spoons and beakers · thick side cans · cans with snap lid

C O N T E N T S
Our company
History 4 - 7
Philosophy 8 - 9
Individual design
Construction and tooling 10 - 11
Plastic injection 12 - 13
Choice of materials and colours 14 - 15
Stamping and printing 16 - 17
Decoration and assembly 18 - 19
Fields
Cosmetics 20 - 21
Pharmaceutics 22 - 23
Medicine 24 - 25
Foodstuff 26 - 27
Chemistry 28 - 29
Technology 30 - 31
Competence
Transport – logistics – service 32 - 33
Quality assurance and certificates 34 - 35
and plug lid · sliding boxes · square cans · base packaging · tubes · advertising · technical parts

The founders Hugo and Katharina Müller and Richard Müller
F R O M
In 1934, Hugo and Katharina Müller founded the
company. The plastics industry was still in its
infancy and pioneering spirit was required.
Packaging for the local dental drill industry as
hygienic substitute for wood packaging used
until then, were the beginning. Production
started with hand-operated piston injection
moulding machines.
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First injection moulding machine in 1934
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T R A D I T I O N A N D E X P E R I E N C E
In the following years, the new malleable synthetic
substance became more and more successful showing
many material advantages, too. The manufacture of
plastic products in only one production process replaced
materials difficult to process such as wood, metal
and glass. The electrically non-conducting material
had advantages in weight and was resistant to water
and many chemical influences.
It offered many options for the design regarding colour
and surface and was printable, too. H&K Müller kept up
in a rapidly growing market and was led to its current
market position under the direction of Richard Müller in
the second half of the 20th century.
Our customers benefit for decades from the extensive
experience in the processing of different thermoplastic
materials and the production of complex injection
moulds in our own tooling. They get products from one
single source starting from development and design to
tooling, injection moulding processing up to the packed
finished part.
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A H E A D O F I T S
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H & K M Ü L L E R T O D A Y
With the establishment in 1934 H&K Müller is one of the
first plastics processors in Germany. The privately held
company in the third generation continuously developed
further. New machines, materials and technical procedures
were tested and integrated into the manufacturing
process.
The permanent focus on technical progress led not only
to the use of commercially available technology but also
to the conception and construction of own machinery,
equipment and devices. According to the needs, they
increase the efficiency of production.
The steady growth of the business was accompanied by
an increasing need for space that finally required a complete
rebuilding of the manufacturing facility in Engelskirchen.
T I M E F O R G E N E R A T I O N S
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A balance between economic success
and social responsibility has been
the basis of our actions for decades.
Durability is the principle of our economic
activity. Long-lasting economy
and its long-term effects allow us to
be recognized as an innovative and
forward-thinking company on the
market. It is important to develop
new strategies for the future, where
demand and resource consumption
F O R W A R D - L O O K I N G D U E
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P H I L O S O P H Y
collide. Therefore, H&K Müller is particularly focused on energy
and commodity efficiency. This was also the main aspect
for building the new plant which was put into operation in
2008/2009. The new property reflects the attitude in technical
view, too. The entire production facility is heated with
waste heat from production. The fully air-conditioned production
facilities correspond to a high standard of hygiene.
Rooms, machinery and moulds are cooled with deep ground
water. The roof is equipped with photovoltaic and achieves a
capacity of more than 400kwp. The production plant whose
buildings were built in thermally insulated solid construction
(reinforced concrete) works almost emission-free. Energysaving
and fully-electric injection moulding machines are
used in production.
T O L O N G - L A S T I N G T E C H N O L O G Y
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I N T O S H A P E

C O N S T R U C T I O N A N D T O O L I N G
All injection moulds are designed and manufactured in
our Technical Department and own Tooling. Our clients
profit from more than 70 years of extensive experience.
Today, the latest technology is available to realize the
requirements of the customer graphically or with help
of prototypes. With the view of what is possible, we
support our clients in realizing their wishes and bring
ideas into shape.
W I T H K N O W - H O W
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I N N O V A T I V E

P L A S T I C I N J E C T I O N
The processing of different plastics
has always required a good deal of instinctive
feel. Regularly trained mechanics
for plastics technology operate
over 50 modern injection moulding
machines and peripheral equipment.
A qualified staff checks and packages
the products after a hundred percent
visual inspection. Additional samples
are examined and analyzed in the
Quality Department. This guarantees
a permanent reproducibility, dimensional
accuracy and preservation of
colour. The maintenance and care of
machines and tools is particularly important.
The traceability of the production
data and parameters, as well as a
batch control concerning raw material,
production order and tool are
guaranteed and documented.
P L A S T I C I N J E C T I O N
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Appearance and design but also technical
and legal requirements dictate the choice of
material and colour. Due to the continuous
development plastic can be used almost
everywhere and the unlimited variety of
colours increases the attractiveness of the
products.
C O L O U R E D P L A S T I C S S U I T A B L E
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C H O I C E O F M A T E R I A L S A N D C O L O U R S
This development requires an intensive analysis
of the components. Many tests are
necessary to recognize the advantages and
disadvantages. Adjustments to machines
and feeders are necessary to work out all
the advantages. In close coordination with
the suppliers of materials and colours, food
and pharmaceutical safety is guranteed.
With product specifications and declarations
of conformity we support our customers in
meeting their obligation of proof.
F O R F O O D C O N T A C T A P P L I C A T I O N
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To obtain a specific article from a specially
made injection mould is the highest
form of individuality and exclusiveness.
A standard product can be upgraded
with an exclusive screen printing or film
stamping.
P R I N T E D A C C U R A T E L Y
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S T A M P I N G A N D P R I N T I N G
Apart from necessary information also
the look of the entire packaging can
be changed. Screen print and stamping
always cohere with the plastic product
and present a decoration form of high
quality.
I M P R I N T E D F O R E V E R
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P E R F E C T L Y

D E C O R A T I O N A N D A S S E M B L Y
We mostly use automation when complying
with the individual requirements for assembly
and packaging of the products. At the same
time the transport protection is an important
feature. The balance of costs and profit requires
our technical creativity and the courage
to get down to new solutions. All these
challenges are recognized and implemented.
M A T C H E D
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C O S M E T I C S
Different applications require individual
adaption of the standard programme
to meet the legal requirements and
the client's requirements for the design.
These high standards are noticeable in
the field of cosmetics packaging.
S T E R I L E & H Y G I E N I C
A hygienic strictly controlled production
guarantees the required
product protection for a packaging
of high quality.
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The product, its application and the
design is decisive for the type and
form of the packaging. Special requirements
for pharmaceutical products
reagarding the commodities
have to be considered. The base material
is chosen in close coordination
with the client and in accordance
with the legal requirements. Depending
on the application we choose
T A B L E T S , P I L L S , E T C .
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P H A R M A C E U T I C S
the appropriate material which can
also be modified in cooperation
with the raw material supplier if
required. To protect the contents
and for the proof of an intact packaging
screw and plug cans can
be equipped with tamper evident
closure.
S E A L E D A I R T I G H T
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In view of sophisticated packaging for medical
products shape and functionality are
adapted to the specific use of the product.
No matter whether it concerns mass products
such as dental instruments or special
models for dispensers of consumables.
D E N T A L I N S T R U M E N T S A N D D R I L L S
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M E D I C I N E
Apart from a qualitative perfect production
the hygienic apect has to be taken into
consideration. The new production plant
has optimal conditions.
For H&K Müller it is also an opportunity
for developping modern and sophisticated
solutions.
A R R A N G E D R E A D Y T O H A N D
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Freshness, perishability and cleanliness:
concerning foodstuff these requirements
are very important for the contents as well
as for the packaging. In the year 2009 H&K
Müller was certified for the first time according
to ISO 22000 for food safety and hygiene.
The integrated management system
under ISO9001/ISO22000 is the basis of our
activities. Daily care and the fulfillment
of quality requirements as well as regular
S W E E T , S A L T Y A N D S P I C Y F O O D S T U F F
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F O O D S T U F F
training and control is routine for all our employees.
At the same time it is motivation and
identifiction with the products of our customers,
too.
Whether liquid, gel or powder, we offer an
extensive standard range for food packaging
and furthermore the possibility to create
individual solutions for unique packagings.
A P P E T I Z I N G L Y P A C K E D
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C A R E A N D C L E A N S I N G A G E N T S F O R

C H E M I S T R Y
Safety of the product and the environment are the
most important criteria for the packaging of the
chemical industry. Multiple functions are often
required. The item is not only just a packaging.
It should also be suitable for measuring into
doses, if required. This can often be achieved
easily by modifying an item from our standard
range or by using additives.
H O U S E H O L D A N D B U S I N E S S
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Concerning production H&K Müller traditionally
puts the main stress on technical parts.
Development, mould construction and the injection
moulding of mounting supports, shades,
fitted boxes and displays for control technology,
indicators for chemical technology, conductive
V A R I E T Y
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T E C H N O L O G Y
trays for microelectronics are everyday challenges
for us. We feel obliged to meet the
individual requirements of our clients and to
develop efficient and innovative solutions. In
collaboration with the client our Quality and
Technical Department elaborates solutions
P E R F E C T L Y F O R M E D
that profit from the latest developments in
mould construction, raw material and injection
moulding, automation included if necessary.
This special part of the production is an addition
and counterpart to our standard range
of packaging.
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M O D E R N

T R A N S P O R T , L O G I S T I C S A N D S E R V I C E
Protection of the products through functioning
packaging, safe storage, transport on schedule
and flexible reaction to modified requirements.
We fulfil all these elementary aspects and also
organize specific transport and logistics solutions
as a service to our clients. We have an approx.
4.000 m 2 warehouse for finished products
with shelf storage. Thanks to the good infrastructure of
our region, our direct access to the motorway and the
short distance to the Freight and Logistic Centre Cologne
we fulfil the best conditions for national and international
shipment either by truck, rail container or, in special
cases, by air freight.
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Q U A L I T Y A S S U R A N C E A N D C E R T I F I C A T E S
The assurance of constant quality under
strict conditions with defined and documented
procedures has always been self-evident
in our production whose solutions have to
be absolutely correct when reproduced.
Since 1998, we successfully meet the requirements
of the certification according to DIN
ISO 9001. With the move to our new location
we have established building and production
technology to the highest standard. As a result,
we were able to fulfill the requirements
for a certification according to ISO 22000
(management system for food regulations)
from 2009 and implement them successfully.
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3332/06.13/1.0EN · www.kochenrath.de
FUTURE IN SHAPE
H&K Müller
GmbH & Co. KG
Injection Moulding Factory since 1934
Alsbacher Eichen 1
D-51766 Engelskirchen
Phone +49 (0)2263 89 0
Fax +49 (0)2263 89 29
E-mail info@hk-mueller.de
Internet www.hk-mueller.de