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[everydaydeeds]

Day 3423 - We were having trouble finding a cake for a special occasion and then realized we could just bake one ourselves with ingredients we already had!

[wwwquickpakinccom]

Packaging Automation  

Packaging automation can be a powerful tool for businesses that need to ship large quantities of products quickly.  If you would like to increase productivity and shorten the time it takes to deliver products to customers, automated packaging systems and processes might be the answer.

With so many options available, you may be wondering which solution is the best for your operations. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!

We will define packaging automation, explore different types available and look at some of the key advantages and frequently asked questions related to packaging automation.

Packaging automation entails introducing automated equipment and machinery into your packing operation to accelerate the packing process.

This helps to assure consistency, avoid material waste, and save money overall. It also enables you to reallocate valuable resources to high-value jobs or in the most efficient method for your operation. Most areas of the packaging process can be improved by introducing automated packaging systems; from picking and packing to conveying and wrapping, there are packaging machines for it all.

What are the different types of packaging automation?

Erecting boxes, taping cartons, and wrapping pallets for shipment can all be automated.

We distinguish between semi-automated and automated packing methods:

A semi-automated packing process combines both human involvement with elements of automation. For example, an operator can start the process, but an automatic packing system will finish it. If you want to use automation but have a restricted budget, this is usually the most cost-effective option.

An automated packing process is pre-programmed from start to end. It can handle everything from picking products, and packaging to palletizing for shipping. This option is a good solution for operations where demand is high or that predict significant grow. 

We distinguish between the following automation solutions, based on the product you’re using:

Box automation – including solutions, such as case and box erectors, fully and semi-automated auto boxing machines as well as void reduction systems.

Tape automation – e.g., semi, and fully automatic tape dispensers, in-line taping machines and carton sealers.

Bag automation – e.g., automated bagging machines and bulk bagging equipment.

Protective automation – including semi and fully automated void fill machines, air cushioning and air pillow machines.

Paper automation – e.g., paper wrapping equipment, paper void fill machines and paper cushioning systems.

Strapping automation – solutions such as: semi and fully automated strapping machines, friction welders, battery powered strapping tools and banding tables.

Stretch automation – e.g., fully, and semi-automatic pallet wrappers, vertical and horizonal stretch wrapping machines and rotating arm stretch wrap machines.

Shrink automation – e.g., shrink-wrapping machines, heat shrink tunnels, heat sealers, impulse heat sealers and vacuum packing machines.

Auxiliary equipment – solutions, such as: automated labelling equipment, case stackers, sorters, palletizers, and conveyor systems.

Packaging automation offers many benefits. It can help you to:

-Boost productivity, allowing you to pack more cases in less time.

-Save space, using fewer packaging SKUs and, therefore, saving storage space before cases are packed (less packaging stored on site), as well as cubage, which saves transport space.

-Lower operating costs, resulting in savings on labor, storage, transportation, packing materials, and productivity.

-Streamline workflow, ensuring your packaging process runs as smoothly as possible.

-Reduce volume handling, relieving operational strain and helping better manage spikes in demand.

-Assure pack optimization and consistency, ensuring that the appropriate quantity and type of packaging is used every time.

-Minimize material waste, making sure you only use the right amount of material required to protect your product during transit and avoiding overpacking.

-Reduce transport and fuel costs, enabling you to pack more products onto a pallet. This will also help reduce your carbon footprint, as less fuel means fewer CO2 emissions.

-Ensure customer satisfaction, providing smart, beautifully packaged products that arrive with your customers damage-free.

-Future-proof for growth and demand, increasing your capacity and helping control costs as your business grows. 

How do I automate my packing process?

There are many ways to automate your packing process. You can automate almost any part of it, but if you need pointers of where to start, you will need to review your packing operation first. This will help you identify any bottlenecks or processes that could be improved or automated.

Some of the common bottlenecks include:

Picking accuracy – miss-picks can be a sign that something is not working or that demand is outstripping capacity.

Packing times – have packing times met targets? Are packers taking longer to process orders? During high-pressure times, packing times can be a bottleneck if processes aren’t efficient and packing materials aren’t easy.

Shipping lead times – do your lead times keep increasing and getting longer? This can be in response to high demand, but it can also suggest that processes need to change.

Damages – are customers reporting an increase in damages? This can be an indicator that packing isn’t being completed properly or that the packing materials being used aren’t sufficient.

How to choose the right packaging machine equipment?

The type of automation solution you need will depend on your products, processes, productivity goals and space in your warehouse. You will also need to factor in your budget.

What will packaging automation cost me?

Packaging automation can be an investment, depending on the solution you’re looking at. There may be a large upfront cost to purchase an automated packaging system, but the money you will save elsewhere in your operation will counterbalance this overall.

Not every system requires an initial outlay – many are available for rental or can be purchased through finance agreements. A free trial is available on many machines, which gives you the opportunity to test if the solution is right for your business. Plus, there are some cost-effective automation options out there.

How do I calculate return on investment (ROI) for packaging automation?

The ROI for packaging automation is calculated by comparing the costs associated with implementing automation to the benefits it brings, including cost savings and increased productivity.

When calculating the cost of automation for your business, there are several factors to consider, including your initial investment, equipment costs, installation setup fees, staff training, and any projected long-term costs, such as maintenance and repair. Then, think about how much money you can save each year with packaging automation. This can include reducing labor costs, increasing productivity and throughput, reducing material waste, as well as improving product quality and consistency.

How do I futureproof the investment in packaging automation?

When you invest in packaging automation, it is important to make strategic decisions and put processes in place to keep your packaging automated system running smoothly and up to date with the latest technologies and industry developments. Consider things such as regular and preventative maintenance, staff training, periodic calibration, and testing of equipment as well as spare parts inventory.

At Quick Pak Inc, we work closely with our customers on a case-by-case basis to find the best automated packaging solutions for their requirements.

We can offer a wide choice of automated packaging solutions to fit various demands and budgets, whether you need a pallet wrapper, shrink equipment, labeling and marking, carton sealer, case erector, or anything in between.

Contact us today at 813 242 6995 or sales@quickpakinc.com

[intotheelliwoods]

Poptart to Poptart to Poptart to Poptart communication.

[odysseys-blood]

ive been wondering forever about when exactly levi was kidnapped and taken to the heaven lab and this bit from his new unit's board here doesnt help much but i wonder if those are just the first words he remembers learning and not the first words hes learned overall.

mainly this is all just speculation based on 2 things:

1) he ofc had some sort of childhood before the heaven lab from how old he looked at the time, plus his selfie comic art looking younger than his sprite art from ch5 (look at his little horns plus his hair's grown out)

2) he does also just say straight up that he doesn't remember his life from before the lab

i wonder if that means he had to get reacquainted with the kings all over again too. like he wouldnt recognize them at all even with how it looks like they often played together. (tho i do suspect a little that some comics might have been done before there was a more coherent story put together but thats whatever)

[theshitpostcalligrapher]

yall,,, please,,,, if you live in toronto and are purchasing stuff from the store that’s larger than a stamp or two, PLEASE dm me about it, we can meet at a tims or smth.

Someone just paid like 15 dollars to ship a print to an address that’s a half hour, three dollar bus ride away.

[yardsards]

fuck any job interviewer that's like "so how much money do you expect to be paid for this position"

idk dawg??? as much as you're willing to give me??? don't make me play "do i lowball it and risk getting underpaid or highball it and risk not getting hired" mind games. i did not come here to play the fucking price is right. you're the one writing the paychecks here.

[territorial-utopia]

Celebrating my silver jubilee (turning 25 today) with chill vibes and surrounded by stuff that gives me serotonin. Esp these two art nouveau-ish moustachioed gentleman candleholders that I got from a friend.

[crystalpallette]

get you a girl who can give you everything

this started a long long time ago when I made a joke about how sega should put ringo in more dresses, and then my friend reminded me that oh yeah!! I can do that instead!!! and then one thing led to another and we joked about punk ringo and I drew that too. using ringo like a dressup doll is so cathartic it's kinda crazy

some bonuses (original designs, timelapse) under the cut bc I like these designs!! I might do some more with them!! please disregard the band poster in the first second of the timelapse that's something else!!!

[trash-can-sam]

What happens when your coworker kills your other coworker but both of you are in a relationship (kind of) with the same ethereal woman who had an admiration for said dead coworker.

+bonus Evandrey because it’s funny to me (I’m sorry Eva.)

[halfagony-halfhope]

as i’m on my way to my first eras tour concert, i’ll write my dream surprise song list. let’s see if i’ll get at least one right. lol (let’s pretend she’ll repeat some songs.)

1. back to december

2. the lakes

3. say don’t go

4. right where you left me

5. sparks fly

6. holy ground

[pansyfemme]

this dog food brand i keep getting ads for on instagram makes me wonder if the designer might have been a fan of blingee.com

[kawareo]

I think i'm at the point where the only bg3 character that I actually dislike is Mizora (used to hate Lae'zel and think Shadowheart and Wyll were boring, have seen the light since)

And even her i think i could come to like if the game actually gave her some proper shit?? Or the community? She sucks and is horrible to a character i really like but then again, so are Cazador and Gortash and i love them

Would probably feel differently if we had Cazador seductively holding Astarion on the main fucking promo poster. Or if we could never properly tell him to fuck off. Or if he found a way to slime himself into the camp and stand right next to Astarion and try to fuck you just to fuck with the camp's relationships. And then never get any real shit for it!!

I love horrible characters because they're horrible but man does there need to be some way for the game to at least acknowledge that! I need Wyll to be able to tell her to fuck off and then stab her or something, something

[thegaybiochemist]

I just think that all men should need permission to cum and their underwear drawers should be full of white briefs

[baekuras]

Started AFK Arena, got Eugene as my first Legendary, liked his design but was worried I might not like his story bc I haven't yet read many of them and it didn't seem like a story/event heavy game, finally gave in 3 days later Anyhow order of operations: -love it, joke around why there isn't a series about it -no there actually is a comic and other ones too -read them all -actually go back to read Gavus and the kids stories as well -learn you basically JUST missed all them being introduced like 4 months ago -hide your pain by consuming everything NOW -it's 7 am i haven't slept since yesterday where am i

[haphazardlyannotated]

Happy Soup Day, TLT Fandom!

Thanks to @chekhovs-tantrum for coming up with this event!