How to make packaging closure more sustainable and safe
For companies that want to be competitive and respectful of the environment, it’s now essential to be able to guarantee sustainability and safety of packaging closure.
The proposal of solutions that respond clearly and unequivocally to this market need consolidates the image of the Company which, in addition to reaping production benefits, also responds positively to consumers that increasingly demand safe, green packaging that can be disposed of in a single solution.
At Evi, when it comes to packaging and shipping, we like to evaluate solutions that address the scenario to be improved and/or possibly innovated at 360 degrees, starting from the small details that, if well thought out, often lead to great advantages.
For example, the tape that is used to package and close the packaging is an important and non-negotiable part of the process. If we think that we entrust the aesthetics of the packaging, the closure of the precious product, the guarantee against possible attempts to open it and the possibility of being able to dispose of everything in a single solution, it becomes essential to give the right importance to this small detail.
Generally, this important task is entrusted to the common plastic tape processed with traditional portable dispensers.
Considering the closing operation superficially, (to ensure a presumed better closure) a greater quantity of tape is used which, among other things, determines a low image quality of the package as well as increasing its practical cost (given the abundant use of tape and relative application time).
In this scenario, EVi presents interesting and practical solutions, offering a wide variety of extremely functional materials and equipment that can improve the packaging closing process, reducing the out-of-pocket costs of operations and the environmental impact of the package.
First of all, we propose the use of Water Activated Tape which is 100% green and available with different types of production (normal, with medium reinforcement, with heavy reinforcement….).
The processing of this tape is now also possible with manual solutions that involve the use of the classic belt tensioner; This material is extremely innovative and allows even small production companies to ensure a guarantee of closure of the packaging and finally make the final package disposable in a single solution.
For medium productions, we offer high-performance manual or electronic table dispensers. For structured production, customer-specific solutions offer safety, productivity and remuneration throughout the entire production process.
How does the use of WAT and its dispensers impact the production process?
Unlike traditional adhesive tape dispensers, which often need to overlap multiple strips of plastic sealing tape and “hope for the best”, WAT dispensers use a water-activated tape that, being moistened, creates a strong bond with the surface of the packaging when it is applied. The seal that is created between the tape and the packaging allows the use of a single strip of tape; this means that the WAT tape is both easy to use and effective in its functionality and, due to its construction characteristics, guarantees extreme security of the closure.
At EVi, everything related to the WAT dispenser sector is designed to optimize the concepts of productivity and user safety. The dispensers are made of durable materials, do not require special maintenance, are extremely safe and easy to use; In addition, the compact size and extreme versatility of use can be effective in cases of extraordinary operation in spaces not designed for closing packaging.
The First Step for Small Businesses
To be able to compete in the current market situation and with the massive event of e-commerce, small businesses need to have targeted technologies available. WAT dispensers are a concrete response to this need; With limited investments, existing procedures are not disrupted during the manufacturing process, but they can make a big difference in the final result of the packaging.
The 4 main components that identify the WAT Dispenser proposal:
Reliability and safety
All WAT Dispenser proposals are studied, designed and manufactured for practical, safe and ergonomic use for the end operator. Solutions that use WAT dispensers make packaging operations reliable and safe.
Cost-effectiveness
As an initial investment, the proposed solutions are positioned in an economic range but immediately generate monetary advantage; For example, the dispenser dispenses and cuts only the amount of tape needed, which translates into immediate savings.
Professionality
Customers that use WAT appreciate the professional appearance of the packaging updated to the aesthetic needs that the packages must have to meet the demands of the end customer. The possibility of making the package totally green and then being able to dispose of it in a single solution, further increases the professional image of the company.
Brand Visibility
The packaging attracts more attention when packaged with WAT. Company names, logos, slogans, or other relevant messages imprinted on the ribbon are a cost-effective way to create a strong first visual impact. It should not be underestimated that the “cleanliness” and “image” that the packaging assumes with this type of packaging is increasingly shifting the use of “printed cartons” to “simple cartons with printed tape” which, moreover, determines considerable savings in money and reduces the need to have dedicated stocks of cardboard for each type of product to be advertised.
With the use of WAT and related dispensers, the commitment to sustainability and support for innovation is demonstrated in a practical and traceable sense, remaining extremely competitive on the market; Whether it’s a large company, a medium-sized enterprise or a small local reality, at the end of the working day the environmental impact is reduced, the planet is supported, the packaging is given safety and……. Sure profit is generated.
The above is a virtuous example of how to address the requests for production improvement while containing investments and costs with the ultimate goal of being virtuous, green and competitive.
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