How To Determine The Best Packaging Solution For Your Business?

Posted by Accutek Packaging Equipment on March 21st, 2018

When it comes to packaging solutions, there are three different options you can choose from. However, it is not easy to decide which packaging solution will meet your business needs. The best way to find this out is to analyze different types of packaging systems and consider their pros and cons.


Let's learn about the three types of packaging solutions and find out the best one -


The manual process of packaging

As the name indicates, the manual process is related to using hands to pack products. You need to hire laborers if you want to go for this method of packaging. In addition, the manual process consumes a lot of time as compared to other packaging methods. Also, you can't guarantee precise filling of product in every container packed manually.

Apart from this, you can't pressurize your laborers much to increase their working hours if you want to maximize your production. In such a case, you will be left with no option but to hire more laborers. So, overall, the manual process of packaging is a slow and expensive option.


Semi-automatic packaging

In semi-automatic packaging, an operator is needed to run a machine, but the process is much faster than the manual process of packaging. Therefore, it saves a lot of time in product packaging. This type of packaging is started by an operator and completed by the machine. It also requires less labor than the manual process which makes it a cost-effective process. A semi-automatic filling machine and semi-automatic capping machine are the examples of this type of packaging.


Automated packaging

If you want the fastest and most efficient way of product packaging, go for automated packaging solutions. There are innumerous benefits of this method of packaging. First of all, it helps in manufacturing more products in less time and ensures precise packaging of products. And, since the process is automated you don't need to spend much on labor. You can say that this type of packaging is like an investment that saves you from recurring costs on manufacturing. Another advantage of automated packaging is that it ensures a safe environment in your manufacturing unit. Automated stretch wrapping and case erectors are some of the examples of automated packaging.

So, what's your opinion on the best packaging solution for your business? Well, if you manufacture products in large quantity and want to save your time and money, I would suggest you go for automated packaging solutions.


Thanks for reading!