This article was originally published on April 26, 2021 and updated on 3/21. Dock to stock (DTS) is a term used to describe the time needed to move products from receiving to storage, whether items…
Packaging plays a critical role in the way consumers perceive your product and brand. It is vital that your packaging material stand out on the shelf and quickly provide the information consumers are looking for…
This article was published on May 18, 2021 and updated on February 14, 2023 Many types of companies have a need to assemble their products, whether a manufacturer that requires the assembly of components for…
This article was published on May 18, 2021 and updated on February 16, 2023 Many types of companies have a need to assemble their products, whether a manufacturer that requires the assembly of components for…
This article was published on May 11, 2021 and updated on February 21, 2023 Kitting and assembly services provide many benefits to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as reducing internal assembly costs, improving quality,…
This article was previously published on May 26, 2021 and updated on 2/8/2023 Contract assembly is a quickly growing industry that is allowing companies to best manage the rapidly changing landscape of labor shortages and…
Heat sealing poly bags is a cost-effective packaging method many types of products while providing high quality with airtight and water-tight seals. Heat sealing does not require additional material to open or close a bag;…
This article was originally published on March 9, 2021 but has been updated on January 23, 2023. Companies that provide kitting services help businesses to achieve greater efficiency and productivity in their own processes. Kitting…
This article was previously published on March 16, 2021, but has been updated on January 20, 2023. Lean kitting processes provide many important benefits to manufacturers that improve efficiency and productivity, all leading to increased…
This article was originally published on March 23, 2021 and updated on January 17, 2023 Kitting and assembly services are commonly used in many manufacturing processes to improve operational efficiencies, reduce bottlenecks, and help to…
This article was originally published on March 30, 2021 but updated on 1/12/2023 Contract assembly in manufacturing provides many benefits to manufacturers of all sizes, whether small companies producing niche market products or large OEMs…
Stick pack packages, or pouches, are small and narrow and perfect for single-serve products. Stick pack pouches are convenient for products required on the go, such as drink powder pouches, nutraceuticals, liquids, concentrates, and many…
Shrink wrapping is a common term that simply means wrapping products with a thin film to protect products, often with heat shrink wrap that protects various items when wrapped and sealed. Shrink wrapping is also…
All companies, whether manufacturers or retail sellers, realize the critical importance of product packaging. High-quality packaging provides better protection for the products inside and simply sells more retail products. Product packaging is something that business…
An effective strategy to manage any company’s supply chain management is critical for inbound and outbound logistics to work in harmony. Inbound logistics refers to a company’s requirements for receiving goods and supplies, such as…
Proper packaging is essential to protect goods throughout the entire shipping journey, and palletizing is one of the best ways to ensure your cargo arrives safe and sound. Pallets, also called “skids,” are transport plates…
The flexible packaging market continues to grow and is expected to increase from an estimated $68.5 billion in 2021 to $102.8 billion by 2031, according to a report by Allied Market Research, with a compound…
Electric Vehicles (EVs) continue to be a growing industry and topic of discussion, especially as gas prices only go up and eco-friendly solutions are mandated due to climate change. EV cable harnesses have many components…
Companies in all industries are feeling the squeeze of price increases and supply chain issues. The value of a dollar does not go as far as it used to, and companies are evaluating every aspect…
The cosmetics industry is one where secondary packaging plays a primary role in brand identification and differentiation, in addition to product protection. The packaging used for cosmetics provides an excellent opportunity for marketing and increasing…
Auto bagging hardware pieces like fasteners, nuts, and bolts, with other necessary materials, is a popular custom kitting technique. Polybagging fastener kits saves time for field personnel to have the right parts ready when…
Custom kit assembly is the process of combining two or more individual products into one assembled kit with one single SKU. Custom kitting and gift set packaging are ideal for companies to prepare similar items…
Kitting is the process of grouping individual products together to create a bundle of individual yet related items. Kitting and assembly are techniques to manage inventory and meet consumer demands. Kitting individual items with individual…
