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5 Tips for Transitioning from Rigid to Flexible Packaging

According to the Flexible Packaging Association 2016 State of the Flexible Packaging Industry report, flexible packaging is forecasted to grow 2.1% to 31.6 Billion during 2016.  Its unique features compared to rigid packaging make it widely appealing to consumers of a wide range of products. In addition, its flexible format can translate into a smaller footprint, […]

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The Benefits of a Modular Design for New Packaging Equipment

The term “modular” seems to be all the rage when it comes to equipment manufacturing. The idea is that equipment components have a Lego-type configuration, in which machines can be arranged to fit the application. Implementing a system like this can be more complicated from an engineering perspective, but the benefits can be worth the up-front effort. Here are […]

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The Cost of a Do-it-all Shrink Wrap Machine

Purchasing capital equipment, regardless of how large or small, requires a significant amount of planning and buy-in from across the entire organization. Competing department interests can stall an initiative or create hidden project costs; in some cases these competing interests cause the project to be put on hold before it even gets started. When purchasing a shrink […]

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9 Top Notch Ways to Invest Your Capital Expenditure Budget for Packaging Machinery

We are just little over half way through the year and for many operation and plant managers it’s likely you may already be thinking about what packaging requirements you might need for next year.  Or, perhaps with Pack Expo right around the corner, researching what packaging equipment technologies might be appropriate for continued growth. However, […]

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Answers to 8 Frequently Asked Questions About Upgrading Your Secondary Packaging

Switching to an automated shrink wrapping system can result in those making the decision to ask questions that run the gamut from the actual package design, to the energy bill, to maintenance and more. Here’s a list of some frequently asked questions about upgrading to an automated packaging machine: 1. What enclosure options are available […]

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What are the Benefits and Strengths of Shrink-wrapped Trays? [VIDEO]

Shrink-wrapped trays provide product manufacturers with a number of functional benefits that enable cost-effective distribution throughout the supply chain. Watch the video to learn more. TRANSCRIPT The one thing that shrink does not do: it doesn’t really benefit vertical stacking strength. It can for certain products because it pulls them tightly together. So, that instead […]

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