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Whether you’re looking for solutions to specific challenges or wanting to deepen your overall knowledge of secondary packaging, our Learning Center is designed to give you the resources to make confident decisions about implementing modular secondary packaging solutions.
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Comparisons, Secondary Packaging 101
What Case Loading Methods Are There? And Which is Right for My Line?
There are three case loading methods: drop-load, tamp-and-load, and robotic pick-and-place. We’ll help you make your decision based on your product’s needs and your operational expectations.
Cost & Price
What Drives Case Loader Cost? Key Factors That Determine Price
Case loaders can range from $350k to over $1M in cost, and it all depends on the specifics of your line. Learn the six main case loader cost drivers, and what your next steps should be.
Secondary Packaging 101
What Should I Expect from a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)?
The point of a factory acceptance test (FAT) is to make sure your machine meets expectations. We’ll walk you through what a FAT is, what it includes, and when you should ask for more.
Cost & Price
Cobot Palletizer Cost and ROI: Is It Worth the Investment
Cobot palletizers can reduce the strain of one of the most physically demanding stations in your packaging line. We’ll help you know whether a cobot is worth it for you.
Secondary Packaging 101
What Is Changeover Time? Process, Costs, and How to Drive Efficiency
Changeover time is a necessary metric for almost every automated packaging line. Learn what it includes, when to start and stop the clock, how it’s costing you, and where the efficiency drivers are.
Cost & Price
What’s Driving My Consumables Costs? Common Gaps, Quick Fixes and Best Practices
It’s tricky to accurately track consumables’ costs, but there are a lot of simple improvements waiting to be made. Learn where your gaps are and how to fill them.
Problems / Challenges
What Causes Case Sealer Problems? Common Faults and Their Solutions
Jams, failed seals, and marked-up boxes trace back to the case, the machine’s setup, or an inattentive operator. We’ll show you what causes common case sealer problems, and highlight their solutions.
Cost & Price
What Drives Case Sealer Maintenance Costs?
Learn what four variables contribute to your case sealer’s maintenance costs. Then we’ll guide you through best practices to keep replacement and wear costs low.
Cost & Price
How Much Does a Fully Automatic Case Sealer Cost?
A case sealer’s base price sits between $50k and $90k. We’ll outline where vendors are getting this number, what drivers to watch for, and what your next step should be.
