Don’t Change Containers, Change the Process!
In the packaging business, there are a lot of hard decisions to make, from things like transport to materials, right down to the packaging containers that you use. Containers can be harder to decide on than one might assume, because you have to think about the packaging itself, as well as how it will be moved from place to place and then stocked, stored, or shelved.
On top of the details like this, you’ve also got to consider whether your containers will make a good representation of your brand and your product. It already seems overwhelming, right?
But what if there was a way to make sure your processes could handle any type of container that you choose for distribution? Read more below!
Choosing Containers for Packaging and Distribution
Most of the time, when a business settles on some type of container or packaging, they do so based on convenience, how it displays their project, and how easy it is to produce and package in bulk.
These are all important elements, and they certainly should be considered. These are some of the primary details that might be part of the container and packaging decision:
- What will it require to transport?
- Cost of containers and packaging
- Will you be able to find availability once you choose something?
- How easy are they to handle in terms of production, filling, and distribution?
- What makes this container marketable?
- Food safety requirements for food and beverage industries
Keep in mind that this product will likely be produced and distributed in bulk. For example, the soda industry uses plastic bottles and aluminum cans for the most part. Some lines also have glass bottles. The companies also label them. These are pretty standard, but each company still has to make decisions about the packaging and the marketing details as well.
When it comes to shipping products in bulk, most containers are shipped on pallets with multiple layers. When they arrive at their destination, they have to be unloaded. If the wrong containers are chosen, this task could quickly become tedious.
Depalletizing Solutions for Distribution
The good news is that there are typically automated solutions for businesses. The automation begins with the product creation, moves into the packaging, and then carries forward into transportation and distribution. Automation can also be used by the receiving end to make unloading and depalletizing much easier.
Depalletizing also benefits the company purchasing containers that now needs to package their products. In fact, this is likely where the real benefit will be found. Think about it: you just purchased 5,000 pre-made containers for a beverage you’re producing.
Are you going to unpack each of those containers one at a time? Probably not. You need to get them pushed into the line so they can be filled with your product and pushed out for distribution.
Depalletizing machines were made for exactly this purpose. It’s all about functionality. Rather than wasting hours and manpower to unload one or two containers at a time, the depalletizing machine can handle that for you.
Choosing a Depalletizer
You know that a depalletizer can be useful, but how do you settle on the right one for your company?
First, consider the materials the machine can handle. High-quality machines will be able to work with different materials, such as these:
- HDPE
- Aluminum
- Aluminum beverage containers
- Non-beverage metal containers
- Glass of all kinds
- PET
- Plastics
On top of being able to handle multiple materials, you also want to be able to adjust or customize to your shape and sizing needs.
There are several depalletizer machines for your container needs. You will find manual machines, as well as automatic ones. Choose something that can be configured to your business needs in terms of discharge, conveyor systems, and speed needs.
This type of adjustment can make a huge difference in your production processes, driving efficiency in many ways.
Make the Most Out of Container Processing
Pairing efficiency with the ability to tailor to your needs is critical for the financial success of any business. Let’s face it: your bottom line is directly affected by the hours that it can take to unload containers and prep them to be filled for distribution.
Why not use a reliable solution to help with the process for improved efficiency and overhead costs?
