When operations experience occasional jamming in their case formers, they are often quick to blame these problems on the machine. However, we often see that inconsistencies with corrugated flats are the true culprit. While case formers have impressive … [Read More...] about Checking all the Boxes on Corrugate Quality
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Glue vs. Tape – Which One to Select for Your Packaging Application
One of the major considerations companies will have when selecting a case former and sealer is whether they are going to use tape or glue to seal the boxes. Every application is different, and there are no one-size-fits-all rules to dictate which one would be … [Read More...] about Glue vs. Tape – Which One to Select for Your Packaging Application
Let’s Stop Supersizing Our Packaging
By Sander Smith With Christmas only a few days away, packages of all shapes and sizes are crisscrossing the country in a mad dash to land on doorsteps by December 25. As people open their packages, the product inside often is not the only surprise they find … [Read More...] about Let’s Stop Supersizing Our Packaging
Filling in the Knowledge Gaps
The Problem When a potential customer doesn’t have a strong background in the world of automated packaging, they may not ask the right questions to find their best solution. Similarly, the distributor may not be familiar enough with the customer’s … [Read More...] about Filling in the Knowledge Gaps
Safe, Effective Case Forming is a Snap
Wexxar Bel has a well-earned reputation for machinery that is durable and reliable. In fact, Wexxar machines built more than 30 years ago are still operating with customers today. But one area that Wexxar sometimes does not get enough credit for is innovation. … [Read More...] about Safe, Effective Case Forming is a Snap
Getting Out of a Sticky Situation
Packaging with corrugated materials comes with a lot of variables that can impact your success. As production speed increases, the impact of these variables are even more evident, including issues outside your control that can cause dams or … [Read More...] about Getting Out of a Sticky Situation
When it Comes to Automatic Tray Forming – Bet the Over
The over/under number is 100,000. If you are producing more than 100,000 trays per year, automating that process makes sense. That’s because when you find yourself over that number, automating your packaging operations with tray forming machinery gives you … [Read More...] about When it Comes to Automatic Tray Forming – Bet the Over
Is a Fully Automatic Case Erector Right for You?
Remember that scene from I Love Lucy where the chocolates are coming too fast for Lucy and Ethel to wrap? Their solution was to shove some candies in their mouths, others in their hats, and a very small amount actually made it into the wrappers. This … [Read More...] about Is a Fully Automatic Case Erector Right for You?