Whether you’re packaging products for the shelf or for e-commerce distribution, there’s always an opportunity to save money by using bagging for your packaging. In packaging, “bagging” includes all types of fillable bags that can be automatically filled and sealed through semi-automatic and automatic bagging technology. Bagging systems have emerged as the most efficient packaging…
In today’s world we are forced to sort through conflicting information when it comes to just about any subject. A simple Google search can bring up the contradictory information for many of the most important topics. There are several reoccurring themes right now that dominate the global packaging conversation. Even in this realm, there is…
The rapid pace of technological advancements has been hugely impactful for the packaging industry over the past few decades. Packaging is an industry that is often misperceived as a static industry, with little changes over time. This could not be further from reality – packaging, in fact, survives on innovation and change. In the year…
The holidays demand quite a bit of attention in the world of online shopping. Some research shows November and December drive 30% more e-commerce revenue than non-holiday months and that the days from Black Friday through Christmas pull in anywhere from 50-100% more revenue compared to shopping days throughout the rest of the year. As…
Do your employees lift or carry heavy materials? Do they use hand tools? Do they repeat the same motions over and over? Do you know if any of your staff is experiencing pain? If you answered yes to any of these questions, there’s a chance your employees are dealing with repetitive motion injuries (RSIs) in…
Recently in Packaging Digest, they published an article, “Packaging Automation Developments of 2015,” releasing a list of the top packaging automation and machinery advancements from last year. 1. Robots From switchable vacuum generators and automatic case sealers, to robots with two arms and three vision systems, robots are playing a role to maximize automation needs…
Did you know that 1/3 of the world’s manufacturing facilities use on-site packaging? Finding the right packaging and shipping solutions for your company can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. There are numerous benefits to using on-site packaging, from reduced costs to increased safety of your products. Hughes offers a wide variety of…
Return on investment, a.k.a. ROI, is a critical factor in every business when measuring benefits and determining profitability. Inc. breaks down the calculation of this financial ratio: “The general rule to keep in mind is that ROI is the ratio produced when all gains from a transaction, less the costs associated with that transaction, are…
Improve Your Posture and Your Packaging Ergonomics is a common term in companies where assembly work, such as packaging, can cause repetitive-motion injuries to employees. It is a buzzword on job sites, where ergonomically designed machines (such as the automated and ergonomic friendly packaging solutions offered at Hughes) and equipment ease the strain of fast-track…
Auto bagging systems are used to automatically insert and seal products inside a flexible material bag or pouch. By incorporating an auto bagging system into your packaging operations, your company can immediately start to experience benefits such as increased production, increased consistency, reduced workstations, reduced labor costs, greater accuracy and product safety. And since everyone…
