Packaging

How Custom Packaging Can Cut Costs

5 March 2024

Nothing is more disruptive to the shipping process than oversized packages or odd-shaped items. How to ship these sorts of packages poses a problem. A common solution is to simply place the item in a larger box, overstuff with protective materials and hope for the best. Many business owners erroneously believe this method is more cost-effective than custom packaging because the upfront costs are lower. However, this method is much more prone to damage, which

The REAL Cost of Damaged Products

8 June 2021

Every business knows that damaged products are a drain on the bottom line. However, it’s much more than just the cost of the product itself. A damaged product sends a ripple through your entire production. What is the Cost of a Damaged Product? Pregis lists some of the true costs of damaged products: When evaluating and choosing protective packaging, companies oftentimes have trouble seeing beyond packaging costs alone – not realizing the ripple effect that

The Best Stretch Wrappers for the Woodworking Industry

11 May 2021

The woodworking industry requires special considerations and tools. It often involves packaging and shipping heavy objects - like pallets of wood - or uniquely-sized objects - like cabinets. What’s the best way to wrap these items? Today, we’ll break down the best stretch wrappers for the woodworking industry, so you can find the right tool for your application. Why Choose an Automatic Stretch Wrapper? For most woodworking applications, an automated process makes more sense over

6 Tips for Increasing Efficiency in Your Packaging Operation [Infographic]

29 April 2021

Packaging is a necessary step in most warehouses, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, but it’s also an enormous operation itself. With such a huge variety in packaging equipment, supplies and needs – not to mention various teams working in the same area - it can be easy to lose efficiency. These six tips on increasing packaging efficiency from Robopac USA will help you optimize your operation. If you’re interested in a Robopac machine, PackEdge will

Why Packaging Automation is Crucial for Pharmacies

26 April 2021

COVID-19 has had a major impact all facets of life, but those in the healthcare industry have been particularly impacted. For pharmacies who have largely remained open throughout lockdowns and who are facing an increased demand for medication, spending time packaging products is a low priority. For these pharmacies, packaging automation can ease the load by handling the tedious process of packaging prescriptions. What is Packaging Automation? Packaging automation is the process of packaging a