A new racksack system from Beaverswood is improving the collection and segregation of waste at a leading UK and Ireland independent supplier of industrial packaging and food service products.
Packaging Equipment, Labelling Solutions & Equipment
Packaging is the process of enclosing /encapsulating or protecting products for storage, transit, display, sale, and use. There are many different types of packaging solutions available depending on the product and a number of machines to do the job. These can be Overwrappers, Stretchbanders /Sleevewrappers, Product Handling Systems, Shrinkwrappers and custom packaging equipment. Labels are used on every kind of product to brand, decorate or provide information for the consumer and can contain, for example, pre-printed bar codes supplying, batch, stock and price information to the retailer and consumer.
Connected packaging: A new era of smart products
Jan 19, 2021
These days, smart can be added to the front of just about everything. And unsurprisingly, packaging is no different.
Kerry Logistics Network opens chemical logistics centre in Cangzhou, China
Jan 19, 2021
Kerry Logistics Network Limited has opened a logistics centre in the Cangzhou Lingang Economic and Technological Development Zone in Hebei province, China under Kerry IMS Chemical Logistics to capture the market potential in chemical logistics.
Covering all bases for customers’ printing and labelling needs
Jan 13, 2021
LogisticsHandling.com spoke with Karen Peacock, head of print solutions, Dakota Integrated Solutions, about the company’s printing and labelling solutions offerings, together with its extensive customer support packages designed to help users remain fully operational, productive and profitable.
Mark of efficiency - Printing & Labelling Special Technology Report
Jan 12, 2021
LogisticsHandling.com Chief Editor, Ed Holden, spoke with leading analysts and vendors about the current state of play within the printing & labelling technology arena, what potential benefits are afforded to the user by ongoing technological development and what lies ahead.
Packaging manufacturer Duo doubles UK production
Dec 24, 2020
Manchester-headquartered packaging specialist, Duo, has doubled UK-based production in 2020 following a £1.85 million investment, which has produced its largest sales month on record.
Manufacturing & Logistics IT December Reference Annual 2020
Dec 16, 2020
Welcome to the December 2020 edition of Manufacturing & Logistics IT. In this edition we feature a Special Technology Report looking in depth at the latest developments in the world of Printing & Labelling technology.
Also included is our 2020 Special Report round-up, featuring reports on Transportation Management and AIDC/Mobile Computing.
Five ways to boost ecommerce packaging performance
Dec 16, 2020
The pandemic has been a catalyst for change, way beyond our expectations. Ecommerce has been propelled to new heights, with online order volumes swamping conventional fulfilment centres.
Dakota interview with Marshalls: Jon Ellinger, Procurement Category Manager
Dec 15, 2020
Dakota Integrated Solutions spoke with Jon Ellinger, Procurement Category Manager at Marshalls, to find out how Dakota work with Marshalls as their incumbent printing hardware, software and consumables supplier.
Bibby Distribution seals a three-year contract extension with Jardin Corrugated
Dec 07, 2020
Bibby Distribution reports that its flexible approach, cost-effective transport solutions and excellent service support have secured it a three-year contract extension with Cambridgeshire-based cardboard manufacturer Jardin Corrugated.
Labelling Solutions
Labelling solutions are a wide range of products and services that help businesses to label their products and assets. These solutions can include:
- Label printers: These devices print labels from a computer or other device. They can be used to print a variety of labels, including barcodes, QR codes, and text.
- Labelling machines: These machines automatically apply labels to products or assets. They can be used for a variety of applications, such as product packaging, asset tracking, and inventory management.
- Labelling software: This software helps businesses to design, print, and manage their labels. It can also be used to track the usage of labels and to generate reports.
- Labelling consumables: These consumables include labels, ink cartridges, and cleaning supplies. They are essential for the operation of label printers and labelling machines.
Labelling solutions can help businesses to improve their efficiency, accuracy, and compliance. They can also help to improve the customer experience by providing clear and concise information about products and assets.
Here are some of the benefits of using labelling solutions:
- Increased efficiency: Labelling solutions can help businesses to label their products and assets more quickly and easily. This can save time and money, and it can also help to improve accuracy.
- Improved accuracy: Labelling solutions can help businesses to ensure that their labels are accurate. This is important for compliance reasons, and it can also help to prevent errors.
- Improved customer experience: Labelling solutions can help businesses to provide clear and concise information about their products and assets. This can help customers to make informed decisions, and it can also improve the overall customer experience.
If you are looking for labelling solutions, there are a number of factors that you should consider, such as the type of labels you need, the volume of labels you need, and your budget. You should also consider the features and functionality of the labelling solutions that you are considering.
Here are some of the factors to consider when choosing labelling solutions:
- Type of labels: The type of labels you need will depend on the application. For example, if you are labelling products for retail sale, you will need different labels than if you are labelling assets for tracking purposes.
- Volume of labels: The volume of labels you need will affect the cost of the labelling solutions. If you only need a small number of labels, you may be able to use a hand-held label printer. However, if you need a large number of labels, you will need to use a more automated labelling solution.
- Budget: Labelling solutions can range in price from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. You will need to decide how much you are willing to spend on labelling solutions before you start shopping.
- Features and functionality: The features and functionality of labelling solutions can vary. Some labelling solutions offer basic features, such as the ability to print text and barcodes. Other labelling solutions offer more advanced features, such as the ability to print images and to track the usage of labels.
Once you have considered these factors, you will be able to choose the labelling solutions that are right for your business.
Types of Packaging Equipment
Filling and bottling machines: These machines are used to fill liquids, powders, and other products into containers. They can be used to fill a wide variety of containers, including bottles, jars, cans, and pouches.
Forming machines: These machines are used to create the basic shape of a package. They can be used to form boxes, bags, pouches, and other types of packages.
Sealing machines: These machines are used to seal packages closed. They can use heat, glue, or other methods to seal packages.
Labeling machines: These machines are used to apply labels to packages. They can apply a variety of labels, including barcodes, product information, and promotional materials.
Palletizing machines: These machines are used to stack packages onto pallets. They can be used to stack a variety of packages, including boxes, bags, and cartons.
Shrink wrapping machines: These machines are used to shrink wrap packages. They use heat to shrink a plastic film around a package, which helps to protect the package and keep it secure.
Aerosol filling machines: These machines are used to fill aerosol cans with products such as spray paint, air freshener, and deodorant.
Blister packaging machines: These machines are used to create blister packs, which are packages that have a clear plastic window that allows the product to be seen.
Vacuum packaging machines: These machines are used to remove the air from packages, which helps to extend the shelf life of the product.
X-ray inspection machines: These machines are used to inspect packages for foreign objects or defects
