The materials handling industry is going through a revolution of technology. It seems like every month there is new equipment introduced that uses new technology to make warehouse operations more and more efficient. One of the latest technology innovations that is affecting packaging is Laser Reactive Marking (LRM) Systems. The technology does away with the … Read more
When shipping small- or medium-sized items, often the best option is one of the simplest: A traditional cardboard box. Cardboard boxes come in a variety of sizes and strengths, from inexpensive, single-use shipping boxes to custom-made, reinforced cardboard boxes designed for repeated shipping uses. Yet, when it comes down to is, most cardboard boxes are … Read more
Many companies today are looking to up their “green cred” among consumers by touting environmentally friendly policies and practices. Going “green” is not only good for business — many customers today will opt for businesses that they perceive to have the smallest carbon footprint — but it’s also good for the planet. The material handling … Read more
Protecting products when they are shipped is essential to any manufacturer’s success. But using wood, metal and other heavy, bulky shipping materials adds to the product’s weight, takes longer to prepare, and can sometimes lead to more goods damaged during shipment. That’s the lesson learned by Tuscan Iron Entries, a Tennessee manufacturer of high-quality iron … Read more
When an organic farm in northern California recently made the switch from wax-coated cardboard boxes to reusable plastic totes, the goal was to try to reduce its carbon footprint in order to help the environment. But the operators of Full Belly Farm ended up saving more than $14,000 per year in packaging costs. Now that’s … Read more
A Pennsylvania company has created a faster, easier and more reliable way to print labels directly onto packages automatically to help companies better service their e-commerce customers. FOX IV Technologies, based in Export, Pennsylvania, recently introduced its new TwinPrint and Apply label printer and applicator that takes the manual labor out of labeling packages and … Read more
If you have recently bought any type of consumer electronics, easy-to-assemble furniture, or even a tray of drinks from your local fast food restaurant, you may have noticed something different about the packaging. Many manufacturers are moving away from the traditional molded polystyrene foam and turning to molded pulp package to keep their products safe … Read more
One of the most iconic images of all time is of Earth looking like a blue marble surrounded by the darkness of space. The photo was taken during one of the Apollo missions to the moon. The image is an ideal one to represent the importance of the green revolution and the struggle of keeping … Read more
Stretch wrap is something that is widely used both in industry and at home. It is used for everything from wrapping stacks of products piled onto a pallet so that they remain intact during transport to preserving and extending the life of a bowl of chicken salad that will be stored in your refrigerator. But … Read more
Anyone who might think that the job of a warehouse manager is easy hasn’t been one. A manager of a warehouse must have knowledge of all facets of a warehouse business including safety and OSHA regulations, productivity, slotting and organization, preventative maintenance, boxes and containers, staffing and management, training and education, and shipping and receiving. … Read more
