From quality labs allowing shippers to analyze label properties in advance, to custom-sized packaging that reduces waste, these companies are helping online retailers meet packaging challenges head-on.
Ecommerce revenue in the U.S. is expected to grow by 51% from 2024 to 2029, reaching $1.8 trillion, driving demand for innovative packaging solutions. Companies like R.R. Donnelley & Sons are enhancing label production, Packsize is focusing on on-demand sustainable boxes, and MCS Inc. is exploring high-speed inkjet systems to replace adhesive labels with direct printing on packaging materials.
MCS Inc. President David Loos says high-speed inkjet printers eliminate the need for adhesive labels by printing tracking codes, special offers and other promotional messages directly on secondary packaging.
Time and again in the course of our reporting on automation and robotics, end-of-line challenges such as palletizing and case forming come to the fore.
Packaging solution automatically shortens cartons to match their highest point of filling and then glues a lid securely in place, reducing material usage and costs.
Dow’s ELITE™ AT high performance PE resins provide gas barrier performance comparable to traditional e-commerce packaging, allowing nylon to be removed from the formulation to create an all-PE mono material structure.
Innovative automated solution packages a variety of small products five times faster than manual packaging and delivers up to 50% cost reduction in materials.
Despite the challenges often presented by flexible packaging in terms of consistent recycling channels, the format remains a preferred choice for brands, retailers and consumers alike.
Consumers continue to become more aware of single-use plastics, food waste and recycling, particularly with the rise of documentaries like Seaspiracy. This has led to many brands seeking new and innovative methods to meet consumer sustainability expectations and to capture market share.