August 29, 2009
It is important to think about what film characteristics best complement your product. When looking at how to wrap a product, the important things to keep in mind are the balance between
Moisture/Air Barrier or Breathability
Folds vs. Sealing
Product Enhancement/Protection
Moisture or air may enhance a product, but some products need protection from one or both. Some products, like baked [...]
Keep reading 3 Important Film Wrap Properties
August 20, 2009
Building a wrapping machine is always “hurry up and wait.” First sales, then engineering are busy, then purchasing and manufacturing. Like the pig in the belly of a snake, it is a big lump at each step of the way and cannot be distributed evenly.
As much as we try to plan for this, it does [...]
Keep reading Working to the moving timetable – our apologies!
August 6, 2009
Lots of companies that now build packaging machinery use servo motors. Back in 2001, when we started building our overwrapping machines using servo motors, we had to explain why we were doing it and heard lots of stories of breakdowns or inadequate support on servo wrappers.
Today most plant managers and engineers understand the benefits of [...]
Keep reading Why servo overwrapping?
August 3, 2009
Just a quick suggestion this week for those in the food packaging business – elefant oil. http://www.sugardissolvingoil.com/v9/ This oil is great for lubricating overwrapping machinery or dissolving sugar where it might accumulate and prevent smooth operation of your overwrapper. It is safe for food contact. We have used it with great success and it comes [...]
Keep reading Confectionery and Food Packaging help