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How Shrink Bundling Fits Into 3 Up-and-coming Pouch and Bag Trends

It’s a pretty exciting time to launch projects involving products packaged in bags and pouches. The overwhelming consumer acceptance of, and continued demand for, flexible packaging is driving its advancement at a blistering pace. Innovations span base materials, bag and pouch shapes, manufacturing equipment, convenience features, filling and sealing equipment, environmental considerations, and entirely new […]

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The 6 Key Elements of a Shrink Bundling Machine’s Anatomy

Just like the human body is comprised of various cells that become building blocks for life, a shrink bundling machine is comprised of many different parts, each designed to perform a specific function that contributes to its overall performance. Like an elite athlete who trains and sculpts their body for speed, strength, and flexibility, an […]

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10 Misconceptions About Shrink Wrapping and Shrink Bundling

If you’re a veteran to shrink wrapping or shrink bundling, the following statements may sound preposterous. However, time and time again we hear many of the same misconceptions that are based on false information, an unwillingness to change or an inability to have necessary conversations. As such, we’ve decided to set the record straight by […]

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After the Secondary Packaging Sample Test – What’s Next?

In my initial post, I covered why sample testing is critical to the packaging industry, when it’s appropriate to conduct sample tests, and how to plan the tests and determine their parameters. This post will address how to review the information you’ve gathered and what your next steps should be after your sample testing is complete. […]

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Two Myths About Shrink Bundling Heat-Sensitive Products

When seeking out new packaging solutions, engineers run the risk of drawing flawed conclusions based on outdated information and experiences. These inaccurate ideas may be the product of accelerated project time lines, the vast amount of old information on the web or the comfort of just sticking with what they’re comfortable with. The trade-off, however, […]

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Servo System Answers Need for Flexibility and Speed In A Small Space

It’s not often that 20-year-old equipment is the impetus for the purchase of a major piece of packaging equipment, but that’s exactly what happened when a personal care manufacturer was looking for a machine that would bundle cartons.   This story starts when one company, a manufacturer of personal care products, was sold to a […]

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