The Flexible Packaging Blog

Reviews, trends, and tips covering all things flexible packaging to protect your products and your bottom line.

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Equipment | The Business of Packaging | Technical Service and Support | Plant Performance | Investment | Food Packaging

By: David Roberge
May 4th, 2018

Upgrading your packaging line can be incredibly beneficial to your production. If you’re thinking about upgrading any part of it, your packaging machinery is a great place to improve efficiency and reduce costs in several ways. Here are the top 5 things to consider when upgrading your packaging line to ensure you’re on the path to success.

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Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Plant Performance | Investment | Packaging Design | Food Packaging | Packaging Psychology | Fulfillment

By: David Roberge
April 26th, 2018

In the age of the technology boom it's important to take a look at how you bring your products to market. Do you need to consider the boom in e-commerce when it comes to your current packaging designs? Some believe it's necessary depending on your product line and target markets while others are using it as a way to catapult their business by packaging with a new set of eyes and creativity, creating a bond between the consumer and the brand. How has the digital age influenced product packaging? Here's the latest on how digital is influencing packaging aesthetics and how you can too, with research to back it up!

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Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Investment | Packaging Design | Food Packaging | Packaging Psychology

By: David Roberge
April 5th, 2018

The advantages of shrink packaging for consumer goods are plentiful, and utilizing shrink to package your products in 2018 should be a serious consideration for brands looking to improve shelf appeal and reduce costs. Here are some of the reasons that shrink shouldn't be ignored this year:

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Equipment | The Business of Packaging | Technical Service and Support | Plant Performance | Investment

By: David Roberge
March 29th, 2018

There are many different factors you should take into account as you are selecting new packaging machinery for your operation. We dive into the important things you should look for and why.

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Equipment | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Technical Service and Support | Plant Performance | Investment

By: David Roberge
March 22nd, 2018

While the costs associated with packaging automation may seem daunting, you may be surprised by how quickly machines can eventually pay for themselves, and then some. With the right strategies in place, an automated packaging process can have a big impact on your financials.

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Packaging Materials | The Business of Packaging | Investment | Packaging Design | Food Packaging | Packaging Psychology

By: David Roberge
March 15th, 2018

As a forward-thinking company with your eyes set on growth, you’re likely assessing every factor that drives your revenue and bottom line. Every year, you’re brainstorming ways to improve in the coming year, and that should include your packaging design.