How to have safe, professional and cost-effective packaging

One of the first factors to evaluate is the box case, of which the aesthetics, the type of material that composes it and the “type” of closure used must be considered. Making the right choice is crucial to be able to protect the contents of the packaging from transport damage and potential theft attempts.

Referring to the “exterior” part, the types on the market today are divided into “flat” cardboard or “wave” cardboard.

In the world of professional packaging, “wave” cardboard is generally preferred to “flat” cardboard because it is recognized as more effective and protective; The robust construction ensures its integrity and improves safety during the shipping process.

On the other hand, “flat” cardboard is recognized as being cheap to purchase but poorly sealed for medium-heavy packaging, as well as low protection of the contents.

Once the type of box has been chosen, the safety of the seal becomes decisive.

A game-changer for small businesses is the use of table top dispensers that employ WAT water-activated tape (https://www.evi-italia.com/en/prodotti-nastro-wat.html).

The dispenser precisely humidifies the tape which, once activated, merges with the carton and ensures a flawless and secure seal, which then results in a professional image of the final package.

This process is incredibly efficient because, by ensuring an extremely secure seal, it solves the traditional problems associated with PVC packaging tape.

WAT tape is also a winning choice because, in addition to the possibility of being reinforced with different variants of reinforcement weave, it guarantees an adequate seal with a single strip of material, unlike PST tape which needs multiple layers/strips to create an acceptable closure.

Once the appropriate type and size of the boxes have been established and the characteristics of the closing tape have been defined, we evaluate the significant impact on cost reduction and environmental protection: using reliable and quality packaging solutions, the packaging will arrive at destination intact and sealed, regardless of the distance traveled and the transport methods used.

This guarantee results in a significant reduction in claims for open or damaged packages.

Using fewer boxes and less tape not only reduces costs for the business, but is also a more sustainable approach.

Last but not least, let’s take care of the well-being, safety and satisfaction of the end-of-line operator. The satisfaction of having many orders to pack is certainly a positive factor for the company but it can put a strain on the body of the end-of-line operator: the effort of having to handle boxes to be closed all day with manual belt guns can lead to injuries, generated by repetitive movements, which slow down or stop the production line. Using automatic table top dispensers and WAT tape is the best solution!! https://www.evi-italia.com/en/dispenser-carta-gommata.html

Our proposals and products are carefully designed to simplify the packaging process; Investing in our solutions means designing and operating a more efficient and ergonomic packaging workflow, which protects the health of employees and promotes a healthier work environment, with an eye to reducing operating costs.

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