Packaging Guides & Playbooks
Comprehensive step-by-step guides for packaging optimization, line setup, machinery selection, and co-packer management.
Packaging Optimization Playbook: From SKU Audit to New Specs
A step-by-step guide to auditing your packaging portfolio, identifying savings opportunities, and implementing new specs across materials and formats.
What's Inside:
- Step 1: Conducting a packaging SKU audit
- Step 2: Identifying cost reduction opportunities
- Step 3: Evaluating alternative materials and formats
- Step 4: Creating new packaging specifications
- Step 5: Supplier sourcing and evaluation
- Step 6: Testing and validation
- Step 7: Implementation and monitoring
Intended Audience:
CPG Packaging Manager, Operations Director, Procurement Lead
Carton & Case Design Guide for Automated Case Packing
Learn how carton and case dimensions, scores, glue patterns, and strength affect case packer speed, reliability, and changeover time.
What's Inside:
- Understanding case packer requirements
- Corrugated board grades and construction
- Score patterns and glue flaps for automation
- Dimensional tolerances and stacking strength
- Tray vs RSC design considerations
- Testing methods for case packer compatibility
Intended Audience:
Packaging Engineer, Plant Operations Manager, Corrugated Buyer
How to Spec a New Packaging Line: From RFP to FAT
A comprehensive playbook for writing RFPs, evaluating suppliers, and conducting Factory Acceptance Testing for packaging machinery projects.
What's Inside:
- Defining project scope and requirements
- Writing effective RFPs for packaging equipment
- Evaluating supplier proposals and capabilities
- Conducting site visits and reference checks
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) procedures
- Installation, commissioning, and training
Intended Audience:
Engineering Manager, Plant Manager, Capital Projects Lead
Co-Packing Playbook: Getting the Most from Your Contract Packagers
How to select, onboard, and manage co-packers for consistent quality, efficient changeovers, and cost-effective contract packaging operations.
What's Inside:
- Selecting the right co-packer for your products
- Creating clear packaging specifications
- Artwork and label template standards
- Quality control and inspection protocols
- Managing inventory and ordering processes
- Troubleshooting common co-packing issues
Intended Audience:
Brand Manager, Operations Manager, Quality Assurance Lead