Of the many benefits of automation, perhaps the one that usually first jumps to mind is labor reduction. While that definitely is one benefit, Ranpak’s Bryan Boatner (Managing Director, Automation) recently made the case to Packaging Strategies that automation can contribute to sustainability in multiple ways.

Packaging Strategies has reported extensively on the move toward eco-friendly packaging in multiple markets — from snacks to fresh produce to foodservice. A similar shift is underway in the packaging of meat, poultry and seafood.

Report outlines company’s progress toward its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals.

This change is estimated to reduce the use of approximately 100 million pounds of virgin plastic.

Manufacturer’s portfolio of disposable foodservice products now more environmentally friendly as company continues its migration toward biodegradable and compostable solutions.

Custom packaging can help offset rising freight costs by optimizing packaging size and weight, reducing damage, streamlining logistics, and enhancing brand recognition.

The investment – totaling 33.9 million euros – is focused on equipment upgrades, including purchasing state-of-the art machinery for innovative packaging solutions and capacity enhancements.

With the program Waldner Sense, WNA helps businesses make smart, ecological choices on packaging materials, designs and production processes.

In RRD survey, 77% of respondents claimed they moved at least slightly closer to their organization’s sustainability goals.

In this article, Graphic Packaging International (GPI) expounds upon the advantages of fiber-based solutions for produce packaging.