Flexible packaging options are becoming more prominent each year, as traditional methods are being replaced with more eco-friendly options in the food, pharmaceutical, and healthcare fields. Increased awareness of sustainability is fueling the growth. The cost of producing flexible packaging is lower than standard packaging, as it takes fewer materials to produce. The more film […]
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Autobag 600 Wide Bagging System 2019 Case Study
For maximum productivity in wide bag and horizontal packaging applications, the Autobag 600 Wide Bagging System provides versatile packaging capabilities for mail order fulfillment of larger items. In this application, two systems were installed to maximize productivity for this rapidly growing business. USPS-approved mailbag sizes range from 16″ wide by 27″ long. This mailbag system […]
Autobag AB 180 Case Study
The Autobag AB 180 OneStep is a high-productivity bag packaging system for dynamic mail-order operations. In this demanding application, the bagger is fully integrated with shipping and customer databases for 1:1 personalized order fulfillment. A wide range of sports apparel is hand-inserted into bags, so fast changeover of bag sizes is important. Graphics, text, and […]
TableTop Bagger Case Study
The Autobag PaceSetter PS 125 OneStep is a compact, tabletop bagger ideal for mid-volume fulfillment operations. In this application, the built-in imprinter is used to interface with a database for printing order information, address, and barcodes directly onto the mailbag. This semi-automatic system replaces the need for separate printing and hand-affixing labels and produces up […]
Wide Baggers for Apparel Fulfillment
Apparel mail-order packaging is expanding due to the growth of internet shopping. The speed of getting the package out the door after it’s been ordered is critical. It’s also important for the mail order package to arrive without any damage. Autobag’s new Autobag 600 and Autobag 650 Wide Bagging Systems are ideal for apparel fulfillment […]
Pet Food Packaging
Packaging is one of the most important things for pet-industry manufacturers. Pet owners want to know that the product they are buying is sealed properly so their pet food or treats are as fresh as possible. No one wants to buy a new 50 lb. bag of pet food to find that it has lost […]
5 Signs Your Packaging Operation is Ready for Automation – By Autobag
1. With unemployment at its lowest rate in years (3.9% as of2018), finding, training and retaining labor is becoming increasingly difficult. As the demand for warehouse positions increases, the pool of full-time and seasonal workers continues to get smaller. Introducing automation into your packaging operation allows you to decrease your labor requirements; which reduces payroll […]
5 Signs Your Packaging Operation is Ready for Automation – By Autobag
1. With unemployment at its lowest rate in years (3.9% as of2018), finding, training and retaining labor is becoming increasingly difficult. As the demand for warehouse positions increases, the pool of full-time and seasonal workers continues to get smaller. Introducing automation into your packaging operation allows you to decrease your labor requirements; which reduces payroll […]
Autobag 600 Wide Bagger
Autobag has introduced the Autobag 600 and Autobag 650 Wide Bagging Systems will accommodate a range of Autobag bags-on-a-roll and bags-in-a-box material up to 16 inches wide by 27 inches long. The Autobag 600 is a semi-automatic filling and sealing machine designed for packaging large products at speeds up to 65 bags per minute. An […]
Packaging Explained – EZ Tear
Packaging Explained is a new series of short videos from Automated Packaging that breaks Airpouch EXTear down the packaging industry. It will feature explanations on various types of packaging, steps of the manufacturing process, graphics and printing processes, and much more! Today, weÛªre starting with AirPouch EZ-Tear! […]
Expansion Plans
Pyramid Packaging is making plans to move forward with the expansion of its current headquarters at 2901 Shermer Road, south of Willow Road. Company owner Bob Ploen says that he selected the Northbrook location in 2013 because the one acre lot was ideal should the growth of his business require more space. The two-part expansion […]
Protective Packaging Solutions
Innovative protective packaging solutions can enhance your company’s image with internal packaging that showcases your brand and demonstrates a commitment to environmentally responsible packaging, while minimizing the size and weight of the overall package for lower shipping costs. Air pillows are available in Earthware recycled or biodegradable blends that are tinted green for customer awareness; […]
LoveShaw Case Study
LoveShaw Case Study – CF-5 Semi-Automatic Case Former & LD-3SB Case Sealer An authorized Little David distributor was asked to visit a national co-packer to evaluate the benefits of a box former and a case sealer. The company was interested in increasing throughput by eliminating the existing manual process. The operators were hand erecting and […]
Types of Flexible Packaging Films
Pyramid Packaging is a supplier of pre-opened poly bags in a wide range of film types for virtually any bag packaging application. Deciding on the best flexible plastic film for your packaging application can be a complicated process. There are many variables to consider in order to best display and preserve your packaged product. Different poly bag […]
Autobag’s DATA Count U-162 Counters
Autobag’s DATA Count U-162 Counter integrated with the Autobagå¨ 500㢠bagger is specifically engineered to fully automate the high-speed counting and packaging of bulk small products. It is a compact, flexible and cost effective system designed with advanced counting technology from DATA Technologies and innovative product engineering from Automated Packaging Systems. Capable of counting […]