Get Strapped—6 Advantages of Automated Strapping Machines
Depending on the products and packaging, stretch-wrapping may not be the cost-effective solution your production needs. In many cases, straps will be more effective for keeping your packages tightly packed together on pallets or in shipping bundles, although some bundles may call for both strapping and wrapping. In addition, quality strapping helps to keep heavy […]
The Complex World of Corrugated Boxes
On its surface, the topic of corrugated boxes sounds like a simple one: just choose the right weight, assemble the box, tape it up, and go. But there’s more to cardboard and corrugated boxes that one might think. Any manufacturer or product packaging designer who has really delved into this subject will be the first […]
Working for Peanuts—A Simple Guide to Protective Packing Materials
There are numerous types of protective packing materials. You can have form-fitted pieces to protect sensitive electronics or fragile objects like glass or ceramics or polyfoam wrapping and lining as an added level of protection. There are different grades and stiffnesses of these products depending on your budget or the products you are packaging, shipping […]
Does Your Business Need IoT Packaging Solutions?
The “Internet of Things” (or just IoT) is a term rising in popularity. It applies to most industries and products that utilize various levels of technology. What exactly is IoT, and how does it relate to packaging solutions? What is IoT? IoT refers to the interconnectivity of just about everything in today’s modern society. It’s […]
What Packaging Says About Your Brand
Product packaging can have a major effect on your brand identity. The packaging is an extension of the product itself, and of course its design is one more way to build a positive brand association in the minds of your customers. Unfortunately, we see a lot of manufacturers making common product packaging mistakes, usually in […]
Reflections on the Packaging Industry’s Wild Year
The past 12 months have been unlike anything else we have experienced in our lifetimes. This pandemic has shaken up our industry in many different ways, with both positive and negative repercussions for our business. Increased Demand for Packaging Materials The first thing we noticed as the pandemic hit was an increased demand for paperboard […]
Better Training Means Better Packaging Outcomes
The best packaging systems in the world are virtually worthless without proper employee training. Your staff needs to be trained to understand the packaging equipment, operate data systems, and comply with safety protocols. Like driving a car, many packaging applications are a combination of art, science and skill. This mindset leads to greater commitment to […]
Safety First—What You Don’t Know CAN Hurt Your Business!
When it comes to managing your supply chain from production through packaging and distribution, safety always has to be your number one priority. Unsafe working conditions can undermine all the benefits of an otherwise productive, efficient and profitable operation. The human cost of injuries can be significant for employees who may have to take […]
Using Packaging to Solve Supply Chain Challenges
Managing a supply chain from production through distribution requires overcoming challenges at every stage. The solutions you use will often be the difference between profitability and failure. This is especially true when it comes to packaging. You must have the right packaging solutions in place to maximize your supply chain performance. Let’s take a look […]
Measuring Costs Per Unit Can Leave Money on the Table
This is a problem we see all the time when reviewing companies’ packaging systems. Buyers & cost accountants tend to focus solely on costs per unit when setting up their systems, rather than looking at the entire picture. If your packaging system is based simply on the lowest costs per unit—or even if you are […]
