Alternative Packaging and How It Helps Distributors Save Money

The old saying, “When you have a hammer, everything looks like a nail”, has a parallel in warehouses and distribution centres: If we pack all products in boxes, then every order needs a box. We encourage you to think beyond packaging products exclusively in boxes and look “beyond the box”. A wide variety of alternative packaging options deserve consideration.

A solution for every type of product
By looking beyond corrugated cardboard boxes, retailers and distributors can maximise productivity and efficiency by using fewer materials and reducing costs through packaging materials that are better suited to the variety of products they protect.

These types of alternative packaging solutions allow shippers to use less packaging material by choosing the right package size for each product, which is a significant advantage. The growth of e-commerce has also consistently driven up the prices of traditional packaging.

These packaging solutions will not work for every type of product, but they are an excellent choice for a wide range of goods.

Let’s explore:

Air bubble film bags and automated packaging systems
These types of packaging solutions are ideal for a wide range of industries, including medical components, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and online retailers. They are designed to meet specific operational needs while delivering an excellent end-user experience.

Automated packaging systems
This protective packaging solution can be used for a wide variety of products, whether sealed manually or with automated equipment. Small products such as business cards can be packed quickly, as can very large products, all in a package with a variable length. Paper, corrugated cardboard, expanded polyethylene board, sponge or foam can be combined and customised to increase protection, cushioning and performance, while also protecting against the surrounding environment.

Automated packaging equipment could be the right solution for retailers and distribution centres that want to increase production capacity while reallocating labour to other areas with greater needs. Optimising the labour required for packaging can dramatically reduce total costs. Automation can support workforce redeployment and help identify where additional labour is needed.

With a wide variety of fully customisable automated packaging solutions available, these systems meet the specific needs of each distributor. When implementing any type of automated packaging system, every element must be specially adapted, taking into account the types of products shipped, package volumes, growth expectations, staffing levels and the layout of the facility. Retailers that have switched to automated packaging systems report achieving a return on investment in as little as 12 weeks after implementation.

Stay up to date with the latest developments and modern packaging technologies
It is never too early to assess what we currently have and make changes wherever possible. The right expertise at the right time is ideal. Thinking beyond the box provides a path to faster throughput, more efficient packaging, lower costs and, most importantly, a satisfied customer.

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