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.

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Storopack presents automated solutions for protective packaging processes at CeMAT 2018

1 Storopack presents automated solutions for protective packaging processes at CeMAT 2018

Storopack will be presenting several new products for automated protective packaging processes at this year's CeMAT in Hannover.

Online purchases in CPG are trending up, consumer survey shows

2 Online purchases in CPG are trending up, consumer survey shows

Consumer packaged goods (CPG), once purchased almost exclusively in stores, are quickly moving into the digital realm as more and more consumers are researching and purchasing CPG products online.

This is according to survey findings released from Periscope By McKinsey, which offers a suite of Marketing & Sales Analytics Solutions to help companies achieve sustainable revenue growth.

Waste not want not with new Ulma Packaging skin solution

3 Waste not want not with new Ulma Packaging skin solution

Want to reduce your film waste by almost a half? Now there is a opportunity to do just that, as well as increasing throughput by over 10 per cent, with the new TFS407R from packaging solutions provider, ULMA Packaging.

British Museum shops introduce compostable sweet packaging

4 British Museum shops introduce compostable sweet packaging

The British Museum shops are to start phasing out some single use packaging and introduce a compostable alternative to their shelves - a first in the industry from confectionery manufacturer Calico Cottage who supplies the British Museum Shops with sweets.

Rotech coding solutions boost packing operations at the English Cheesecake Company

5 Rotech coding solutions boost packing operations at the English Cheesecake Company

An offline RF2 feeding system fitted with an iJet thermal inkjet coding system from Rotech has helped The English Cheesecake Company boost the speed and efficiency of its packing operations, allowing the company to date code a pallet's worth of cheesecakes in less than 2 minutes.

ALL4PACK Observatory

6 ALL4PACK Observatory

An excellent outlook for 2018 and buyer priorities focused on investment and recycling

Smurfit Kappa reveals how packaging is key differentiator for ecommerce sector

7 Smurfit Kappa reveals how packaging is key differentiator for ecommerce sector

Smurfit Kappa explored the part that packaging can play in boosting online sales in an ecommerce event recently.

ULMA to feature the latest in packaging technology at Foodex

8 ULMA to feature the latest in packaging technology at Foodex

ULMA Packaging Ltd will be showcasing the latest in high performance fill and seal technology at the forthcoming Foodex exhibition (16-18 April 2018 NEC Birmingham Hall 3 Stand S271), as part of an impressive line-up of automated systems that are synonymous with the world class packaging company.

Clondalkin Flexible Packaging Bury introduces recycled shrink sleeve

9 Clondalkin Flexible Packaging Bury introduces recycled shrink sleeve

Shrink sleeve manufacturer Clondalkin Flexible Packaging Bury (formerly Chadwicks) is one of the first UK companies to introduce a shrink sleeve that contains post-consumer recycled content (PCR) which reduces landfill waste, greenhouse gases and energy consumption.

Innovation is key focus of UK’s Largest Packaging Show

10 Innovation is key focus of UK’s Largest Packaging Show

Innovation will take centre stage when the UK's largest packaging event, Packaging Innovations, Empack and Label&Print 2018, returns to the NEC later this month.

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

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