Topic: Food Categories

Meeting today’s consumer expectations Consumers are more conscious than ever about convenience, health, and value. They want products that fit their busy lifestyles, help manage portions, and deliver consistent quality. Portion controlled packaging is one of the most effective ways food brands can address these evolving demands. By offering products in single-serve or pre-measured sizes, […]

In today’s food industry, demand isn’t always predictable. One week, a brand might need a small run for a seasonal product; the next, they could be scaling up to meet nationwide distribution. That’s where volume flexibility comes in—and automation plays the starring role. At Econo-Pak, automation isn’t just about speed. It’s about building a system […]

Variety packs are a proven way to attract consumers and boost retail sales. By offering multiple flavors or product types in one package, they provide convenience and choice while increasing a brand’s shelf presence. Econo-Pak creates variety pack solutions that are efficient, reliable, and built to perform. Why Consumers Love Variety Packs Shoppers enjoy variety […]

Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) machines are one of the most efficient solutions for packaging dry foods. From snacks and cereals to powders and mixes, this technology forms, fills, and seals bags in a single streamlined process. To achieve the best results, choosing the right films and materials is essential. At Econo-Pak, we specialize in […]

Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) machines are one of the most efficient solutions for packaging dry foods. From snacks and cereals to powders and mixes, this technology forms, fills, and seals bags in a single streamlined process. To achieve the best results, choosing the right films and materials is essential. At Econo-Pak, we specialize in […]

What is the best granola and cereal co-packer? Granola and cereal are staple products in the dry food category, but bringing them to market successfully requires more than a great recipe. Your co-packer must ensure freshness, maintain product integrity, and offer packaging formats that appeal to both retail and club-store customers. Choosing the right granola […]

What is the best granola and cereal co-packer? Granola and cereal are staple products in the dry food category, but bringing them to market successfully requires more than a great recipe. Your co-packer must ensure freshness, maintain product integrity, and offer packaging formats that appeal to both retail and club-store customers. Choosing the right granola […]

The type of oil used to season a product can have just as much impact as the seasoning blend itself. While traditional oils like canola, soybean, and palm have long been the industry standard, more brands are now turning to alternative oils—like avocado oil—to meet evolving consumer preferences.

The type of oil used to season a product can have just as much impact as the seasoning blend itself. While traditional oils like canola, soybean, and palm have long been the industry standard, more brands are now turning to alternative oils—like avocado oil—to meet evolving consumer preferences.

Econo-Pak recently invested in new bagging and cartoning machines—designed to streamline the packaging process for dry food products like rice, baking mixes, powders, and more in a bag-in-box format.