The Flexible Packaging Blog
Reviews, trends, and tips covering all things flexible packaging to protect your products and your bottom line.
Equipment | Packaging Materials | Plant Performance | Investment
By:
David Roberge
September 1st, 2022
Have you considered upgrading from hand-wrapping your pallets to using a semi-automatic stretch wrapper? If you have, chances are, now is the time to upgrade. There are various reasons why upgrading to a semi-automatic stretch wrapper is a good idea. From cost savings to reducing labor, the are various benefits to switching to a wrapper from hand wrapping your pallets. But is buying a semi-automatic stretch wrapper the right decision for your business? What are the other benefits of upgrading? And where can you buy a semi-automatic stretch wrapper? Don't worry; with the information in this article, you can decide if upgrading to a semi-automatic stretch wrapper is the right choice for your business.
Equipment | The Business of Packaging | Plant Performance
By:
Nathan Dube
August 16th, 2022
If you expect to find yourself with a decent amount of end or year capital by the end of 2022, now is the time to start thinking about buying packaging machinery. You may protest in the face of significant inflation and the ever-rising prices of, well, everything, which would be understandable. But, if your packaging machinery is nearing the end of life, waiting until the new year to make a purchase could lead to catastrophic consequences. With packaging machinery lead times sometimes exceeding thirteen months, you run the risk of not only being unable to acquire the packaging machinery you need to run your business but paying a lot more for it when you do. We understand that packaging machinery is a significant investment, and you may be weary of the current state of the economy. But, taking that end-of-year capital and investing in the packaging machinery you need for next year may very well save you a ton of unwanted headaches later. This article will explain why you should consider using your end-of-year capital to upgrade your packaging equipment.
Equipment | Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Technical Service and Support | Plant Performance | Investment | Shipping Protection
By:
David Roberge
August 9th, 2022
Are you stretch wrapping your pallets by hand? Relying on manual labor to consistently protect your products in transit may be causing your company to lose money in the long run. Suppose your products are in high demand and you are cutting it close or, even worse, missing your customer's requested orders. In that case, you may be able to remedy this with automation at your end-of-line. Hand-wrapping pallets are less cost-effective than using a stretch wrapper at a certain point. At the same time, automated stretch-wrapping machinery can save on time and costs. Does the idea of saving money have your attention? Learn how to determine when to switch from hand-wrapping pallets to automated pallet-wrapping machinery.
By:
Nathan Dube
August 2nd, 2022
Are you feeling the pinch of the national pallet shortage? You are not alone. Due to the ongoing repercussions of the months of downtime due to the COVID pandemic, companies continue to struggle with acquiring various goods. From semiconductors to various types of food, companies everywhere have problems sourcing the items they need to run their business. And when it comes to the pallet industry, the same tune is being sung. Countless businesses struggle to find the pallets they need to secure, transport and store proper product inventories. But, what is the cause of this? How can companies like yours manage the shortage, and what workarounds can be obtained to help combat the lack of pallets available today? This article will explain the national pallet shortage, what is causing it, and ways you may be able to navigate these problems and source the pallets you need.
Equipment | Packaging Materials | Technical Service and Support | Supply Chain Services/ Contract Packaging | Plant Performance | Investment
By:
David Roberge
July 28th, 2022
Are you still using hand stretch wrap to secure and palletize your products? If so, it might be time to consider upgrading to a stretch wrapper! Depending on the volume of pallets you are wrapping and the number of laborers you are employing to handle these responsibilities, you may be able to save a ton of money by switching to a stretch wrapper. For many businesses that are hand stretch wrapping their pallets, upgrading to a stretch wrapper can save labor, time, and most importantly, money. Stretch wrappers are faster and more precise than human laborers. And, they do not take a vacation, personal time off, or sick days! Depending on the unique dynamics of your company, a stretch wrapper may be a good investment for you. But, how do you know if buying a stretch wrapper is the right decision for your business? What questions do you need to answer to determine if this is the right move for you? This article will explain why upgrading to a stretch wrapper from using hand stretch wrap for your product palletizing processes may be a good choice for your company.
Packaging Materials | Plant Performance
By:
David Roberge
June 30th, 2022
Suppose you are having problems with pallets sticking together, causing tearing, and compromising your pallet's load containment. In that case, one-side cling stretch wrap may be for you. Like you, many companies use stretch wrap to safely contain, secure and palletize their products for shipping and transportation. Millions of stretch-wrapped loads can be found in warehouses throughout the country. And people often choose stretch wrap for their wrapping needs as it is a material that allows for the safe transportation and storage of their products. However, stretch-wrapped loads often will get stuck to each other when pallets are transported or stored in close quarters. This often leads to stretch film tearing, which can cause lopsided loads, collapsed loads, and other unwanted headaches. And these headaches may result in safety issues that can compromise the well-being of your customers. Thankfully, you can avoid these issues using one-sided cling stretch wrap. In today's article, we will explore one-sided cling stretch wrap and explain how this material can eliminate unwanted headaches and keep your palleted products safely contained.