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The Importance of Spare Parts for Packaging System Productivity

Spare Parts Inventory for Packaging Equipment Do you have the packaging spare parts needed in the event that your equipment goes down? In the world of manufacturing that’s controlled by demand, spare parts are essential assets for maintaining high productivity. Having spare parts available right away allows you to meet or exceed your production process […]

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The Advantages and Challenges of Packaging Machine Flexibility

In packaging machinery, the term flexibility is almost exclusively used in a positive light. Machine flexibility describes a piece of equipment’s ability to handle many different products or formats. While flexibility is certainly a noble goal, failing to acknowledge that a packaging machine that handles many products or functions will require some compromises can often lead to unpleasant surprises […]

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Secondary Packaging Savings Facilitates Upgrade of Primary Packaging

This case study features a leading processor, marketer and distributor of rice and discusses how keeping their secondary packaging costs low enabled them to make a successful transition from a carton to a premium stand-up bag. BACKGROUND Compared to commodity rice products, which are typically packaged in low-density polyethylene (LDPE) film “pillow” bags, the rice […]

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Building Material Packaging with Shrink Wrap Machines

Building Material Packaging with Shrink Wrapper Machines In the construction and building materials industry, efficient, durable, and cost-effective packaging is not just an option; it’s a necessity. Shrink wrap packaging stands out as a versatile solution that meets these requirements head-on. But what makes shrink wrap the go-to choice for builders, suppliers, and manufacturers alike? […]

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Key Considerations in Corporate Sustainability Program Implementation

When implemented correctly, a corporate sustainability program transcends waste reduction to include opportunities to increase productivity, reduce costs and enhance your brand’s reputation. As a designer and manufacturer of secondary and end-of-line packaging solutions, EDL Packaging believes that sustainability must begin at the root of a process and then be consistently applied throughout. Our customers’ […]

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Buyer Beware: 6 Questions to Ask to Determine if Used Packaging Equipment Is the Right Fit

Used and pre-owned packaging equipment, including shrink wrap machines, is a common solution for many manufacturers. When purchased correctly, used equipment can be a cost effective and quick way to meet your packaging needs. It can also be a good “foot-in-the-door” when transitioning from a manual packaging process to a semi-automatic or fully automatic process. However before […]

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