Packaging 101

Skin Packaging Machine Demo

Skin packaging also known as skin boarding is a common packaging process. During the skin packaging sealing process, packaged items are laid on top of a board and covered with a plastic film. The film is heated and air is vacuumed out leaving a tight seal between the film and its backing. The tight seal secures the packaged items and prevents it from being damaged during shipping. After the skin process, the backing can be cut to a specific shape. Often with skin packaging, a hole is usually added to the backing so it can hang from a hook.

Pyramid Packaging is a Chicagoland value-added reseller of the Starview Skin Packaging Machines. For more information, contact Pyramid Packaging Inc. at 847-272-3400 or click here to contact us about a quote and a free ROI (return on investment) skin packaging analysis.

Watch the skin packing demo by clicking on the below video.

Advantages of a Case Erector Sealing Machine

As your business expands and orders grow so will the demands on your shipping department. An automatic case erector (also know as a carton sealing, case former) packaging machine is a great way to improve the efficiency of your packaging shipping department.

A case erector sealing machine will automatically erect and seal corrugated cardboard boxes. Cardboard sheets are loaded into the machine’s hopper and the machine will erect the box and seal its bottom. This case erector is designed to form and bottom-seal corrugated boxes at speeds up to 15 cases per minute. The shipping department then packs its contents, seals the top of the box and its ready for shipping. This automatic process saves time, allowing you to keep pace with your shipping/packaging demands.

Pyramid Packaging is a Chicagoland distributor of the LoveShaw case erector sealing machines. For more information, contact Pyramid Packaging at 847-272-3400 or click here for a quote on your packaging machinery needs.

Comparing Semi-Automatic and Manual Stretch Wrapping

Semi automatic and automatic stretch wrapping machines provide several advantages to a manual stretch wrapper. Semi and automatic stretch wrappers will provide a consistent, professional wrap, save in stretch film cost while preventing common workplace injuries associated with manual-hand wrapping.

If you are you spending more than $600 per month in hand stretch film or if your stretch wrapper more than 3 years old, you may be throwing away more than 50% of your stretch film. Pyramid Packaging sells and supports the Arpac pallet stretch wrapping machines. The ARPAC stretch wrappers minimize your stretch film usage to cut your material costs in half!

For more information about our pallet stretch wrappers and how they can save you money on stretch film, contact Pyramid Packaging at 847-272-3400 or email us at [email protected]

Watch the video to view the differences between semi automatic and manual stretch wrapping process.

 

LOVESHAW Little David Case Erectors and Case Sealers

LOVESHAW-Little David case erecting/forming and case sealing equipment are used to maximize packaging productivity. The equipment is affordable and simple to use. Case forming equipment will erect corrugated boxes at speeds up to 20 cases per minute. Case sealers are a great solution for companies that manually seal corrugated cases. One person using a semi-automatic case sealer can process in 5 minutes what someone using a hand taper does in 30 minutes. For more information about case forming and case sealing equipment view the below presentation or contact Pyramid Packaging Inc. at [email protected] for a free assessment on your packaging needs.

LOVESHAW-Little David Case Formers & Case Sealers from Pyramid Packaging Inc.

Pack Expo 2012 ARPAC AutoBag, LoveShaw Exhibits

Pyramid Packaging Inc will be attending the 2012 Pack Expo International Show. Pack Expo is the packaging and processing premier event showcasing the latest packaging machinery and supplies. The show takes place October 28-31 at Chicago’s McCormick Place Lakeside, North and South Halls.

Many of of the product lines that Pyramid Packaging represents will be exhibiting at the show. Our experienced packaging sales executives will be working the ARPAC, AutoBag and LoveShaw Pack Expo exhibits. Contact us ahead of time at 847-901-4300 or e-mail us at [email protected] to schedule an appointment at any of the following exhibits. Our sales experience sales reps will be eager to meet with you to discuss your packaging needs.

ARPAC Pack Expo Exhibit: booth #2247 South Hall
Automated Packaging Systems (AutoBag) Pack Expo Exhibit: #1121South Hall
LoveShaw – Little David Case Sealers and Case Erectors Pack Expo Exhibit: #1800 South Hall

Pyramid Packaging is a Chicagoland and national supplier of business to business flexible packaging supplies and machinery.

Flexible Packaging Supplies and Equipment

Pyramid Packaging is a stocking distributor of flexible packaging supplies, and equipment. Our flexible packaging supplies include, bags on a roll, void fill, stretch wrap and on-demand bubble wrap. Companies in the pharmaceutical, medical, food, industrial and contract packagers use our flexible materials and machines to maximize their packaging processes and prevent damage to shipped goods. Unlike a local UPS shipping supplies store, we sell high volume flexible packaging supplies to businesses. For more information about Pyramid Packaging , watch our video below.

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2012 Internet Retailer Conference and Exhibition Automated Packaging Systems

The 2012 Internet Retailer Conference and Exhibition (IRCE) takes place June 5-8 at Chicago’s McCormick Place West Hall. The event is the world’s largest display of the E- retailing technology. Automated Packaging Systems (APS) will be among the 575 exhibiting companies at IRCE 2012.

Automated Packaging Systems booth #1845 will display a variety of innovative, order fulfillment, packaging solutions that speed productivity, increase profitability, and offer a rapid return-on-investment.

Pyramid Packaging is a Chicagoland stocking distributor of Automated Packaging Systems bagging, void fill, order fulfillment systems and supplies. For more information, contact Pyramid Packaging at 847-272-3400 or click here to contact us about your flexible packaging needs.

Stretch Wrapping Equipment

Looking to purchase a stretch wrapper? With stretch wrapping, shipped items are secured on skids, and offer protection from damage, pilferage and moisture. View this presentation and gain a better understanding of the different types of stretch wrapping equipment and how they can reduce your packaging cost or contact Pyramid Packaging Inc at 847.272.3400 for a quote on your stretch wrapping needs.

 

ARPAC Stretch Wrapping Equipment from Pyramid Packaging Inc.

ARPAC PC-4500 Case Packer Reduces Consumable Cost

 

The Performance-Series PC-4500 is a continuous motion wraparound case packer is capable of reaching speeds up to 45 cases/trays per minute. The PC-4500 uses up to 20% less corrugated material than conventional regular slotted case packing systems resulting in significant annual savings by reducing consumable purchases.

The PC-4500 works well with: metal cans, paper cans, glass jars, glass bottles, plastic jars and plastic bottles. The system collates the products, loads the corrugated cases or trays and closes them with hot-melt glue. The PC-4500 provides tight packages minimizing the need for partitions while protecting glass containers from damage.

See the PC-4500 at the ARPAC Pack Expo 2012 exhibit #S-2247 located in the South Hall-McCormick Place or contact Pyramid Packaging Inc. at 847-272-3400 or click here contact us on the PC-4500 case packer.

How to Stretch Wrap a Skid

 

Stretch wrapping skids correctly can prevent product damage and eliminate lost items during shipping.

These boxes were first secured with stretch wrap. Corner blocks and a stretch roping technique were added for further support. Additional stretch wrap was applied to connect the boxes to the skid thus providing a tight and secured wrap.

Pyramid Packaging is a value added reseller and supplier of stretch wrapping equipment and stretch wrap films. To request a quote and a free ROI (return on investment) packaging analysis, contact Pyramid Packaging Inc. toll free at 800-547-5130 or locally at 847-272-3400.

Win an iPad3 at Pack Expo 2012

Visit the Automated Packaging Systems (APS) #PackExpo exhibit S-1121 an enter for a chance to win an Apple #iPad3.

Pack Expo takes place October 28-31 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. Stop by the APS booth located in the South Hall and learn how Automated Packaging machinery and supplies can improve your packaging efficiency. Demo a bagger for your opportunity to win an Apple iPad. As the Chicago-land Autobag representative, Pyramid Packaging salesmen will be working the APS Pack Expo exhibit.

Check out some of the packaging systems APS will have on display at Pack Expo 2012.

  • Autobag AB180 High Speed Bagger
  • Autofulfillment SPrint Mail Order Fulfillment System
  • AirPouch Express 3 Void-fill System
  • AirPouch FastWrap Protective Packaging System
  • FAS SPrint Revolution SidePouch Food Bagging System
  • Autobag PaceSetter PS125 TableTop Bagger

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