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Why is Product Packaging Important?

Why is Product Packaging Important? No two products are exactly alike. A superior packaging solution must provide a good fit for its product, as well as the product’s environmental conditions during storage or shelf life. Moreover, proper packaging design and

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6 Tips for Contract Food Seasoning Packaging

6 Tips for Contract Food Seasoning Packaging Everyone enjoys the occasional snack. When they come perfectly seasoned, they’re even better! We’ll dive into the do’s and don’ts of contract food seasoning and packaging for snack manufacturers, offering key guidelines to

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What Is A Retort Machine?

High-tech equipment plays an integral role in the contract food packaging industry. From pick-and-place robots to servo-powered production lines, machinery helps get food products into the hands of consumers quickly. They can also help prevent product breakage and keep them safe. One

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Why Are Variety Packs Beneficial?

Why Are Variety Packs Beneficial? Variety packs, also known as multipacks, are an easy way to share different flavors and types of products with your customers. But that’s not the only reason why they’re great for food brands.

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Contract Packaging

Contract Packaging 101 Developing your own packaging system involves much more than investing in the right packaging equipment and materials to get the job done. It also involves warehousing and hiring an additional workforce to run your packaging operation alongside

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What Plastic Is Used in Shrink Wrapping?

What Plastic Is Used in Shrink Wrapping? Three primary types of shrink wrapping exist for various applications in the shipping and retail industries, among others. These include polyolefin (POF), polyethylene (PE), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Each type of material comes

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What Materials Are Used in Flow Wrapping?

What Materials Are Used in Flow Wrapping? During the flow wrapping process, a conveyor belt moves the product horizontally to the forming area. The product is then wrapped in film and sealed at both ends by applying pressure, heat, or

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Co-Packing vs. Private Label

Co-Packing vs. Private Label One of the most significant decisions for thriving business owners is private label vs. contract manufacturing. It’s important to understand the strengths and weaknesses of co-packing and private labeling to decide which option is best for

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Econo-Pak’s New Salt Analyzer Testing Process

Econo-Pak’s New Salt Analyzer Testing Process Econo-Pak added salt analysis to our on-site testing capabilities to test our clients’ products during the seasoning and/or blending process. This equipment allows us to ensure that the salt levels meet the finished product

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Three Reasons Why Large Manufacturers Need a Co-Packer

Three Reasons Why Large Manufacturers Need a Co-Packer The ideal product packaging does much more than simply protect a product during transport. It also keeps out oxygen or contaminants that might otherwise degrade consumable goods, and tamper-evident packaging adds a

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