Packaging products involves far more than the physical material used to encase and transport products. From choosing the right type of packing and accounting for environmental factors during the transportation process to working with the right package design and material vendors, the art of packaging is complex and demanding. This…
The term “downtime” has a few different connotations and can even be viewed as a positive thing for busy workers or parents who need some “downtime” or rest. However, when applied in the packaging industry, downtime is a costly and unwanted occurrence. In the manufacturing world, downtime can be described…
Robots have long been the fixation of science fiction writers and dreamers of the future, but today robotics has become an integral part of the American economy, especially in warehouses. A recent market research report published by MarketsandMarkets revealed that between 2017 and 2022, the warehouse robotics market is expected…
Manufacturing is the backbone of many local economies around the country, but it’s become all too common for those manufacturing jobs to be “shipped off” to other countries willing to accept cheaper wages and offer tax incentives. Fortunately, according to The Institute for Supply Management, manufacturing in America is now…
If you want to know what to expect in terms of packaging trends for 2017, look no further than the “shopping lists” of pharmaceutical and medical companies. A recent survey of 210 professionals in the pharmaceutical and medical communities explored their expected packaging technology needs throughout the next year, and…
2016 has been a memorable year, to say the least. From the presidential election and political upsets to a long list of unexpected celebrity deaths, 2016 will be remembered as a truly unique year. The same goes for the 2016 trends in the packaging industry, which witnessed evolution within the…
Like it or hate it, Walmart has become a central retailer in nearly every city in America, and the empire doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. Known for being a one-stop-shop with everything at ultra-low prices, Walmart is hoping to also add “environmentally sustainable” to its reputation. In particular,…
Designing and building packaging that is attractive, durable, and engaging, all while remaining affordable and realistic, is a tall order. It is no secret that a brand’s packaging has the power to make or break its profits, which is why so much time, energy, and research is poured into the…
Your doctor probably tells you to eat fiber-rich foods to keep your digestive system happy, but in the packaging world, fiber takes on a whole new meaning. Plastic has long reigned as a favorite packaging material thanks to its flexibility and versatility. However, plastic comes at a steep price to…
Most people use the phrase “corrugated cardboard,” but the two are actually very different in the world of packaging engineering. Corrugated material like the type used in pizza delivery boxes is made of three distinct layers of paper with an inside line, outside liner, and fluting running in between. Cardboard,…
