What’s Driving My Consumables Costs? Common Gaps, Quick Fixes and Best Practices

Close up of tape rolls inside machine

Introduction At a Glance It’s nearly impossible to have a clear understanding of your consumables’ costs. However, there are some simple system improvements to make, that can lead to real savings:  Find out if you’re discarding 10-15% of every tape roll, to avoid breakage Don’t just use a thicker glue stream; adjust temperature, timing, and pattern  Check your materials contract and decision-making process to understand your paths for optimization  Track … Read more

What Drives Case Sealer Maintenance Costs?

INSITE personnel adjusting a component on a case sealer

At a Glance If you’re looking to understand your case sealer’s total cost of ownership (TCO), you can’t skip over maintenance costs. However, quantifying maintenance is not so easily done. The best bet is to keep your eye on these four variables: Total Runtime – The longer your machine runs, the faster it will wear … Read more

How Much Does a Fully Automatic Case Sealer Cost?

Sealed corrugate case discharging from an INSITE case sealer machine

At a Glance Fully automatic case sealer cost runs between $50k and $90k at base price – it’s normal to see a range, because your operational needs can cause price to fluctuate. This cost is also driven by the following factors: Tape vs. Glue Glue naturally increases sealer price, but price alone shouldn’t make your … Read more