TEAL’s secondary packaging (FMCG) boosts product durability

The packaging process is crucial in any manufacturing line. Items need to be wrapped, enclosed in cases or cartons, and protected from damage, spoilage, and tampering. This packaging needs to be durable and affordable, be it the primary packaging or subsequent processes to allow for shipping and storage. Clients in the consumer products industry often require secondary packaging (FMCG) automation that is customized to meet their specific needs and requirements. Automated packaging systems are the best option for businesses as they offer increased speed, repeatability, and consistency.  

It can be a challenge for businesses to keep up with the competition, but it is essential to do so in order to stay relevant in today’s market. By ensuring that their products and secondary packaging (FMCG) meet the highest standards, businesses can attract and retain customers. As the FMCG industry experience increased pressure to meet consumer demands and adopt profitable growth strategies, many companies are turning towards automation in order to stay ahead of the competition. According to a recent report, the global packaging automation market is anticipated to reach a size of approximately USD 128.2 billion by 2030, experiencing a CAGR of 8.05% between 2022 and 2030. In fact, in a 2020 Automation White Paper published by PMMI, it was found that 60% of leading CPGs and 46% of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have secondary packaging (FMCG) automation as their next planned project. This suggests that many companies are seeing the benefits that automating this process can have. Now, let’s explore the major trends influencing the packaging industry. 

An Overview of the Top Trends Shaping the Packaging Industry 

A report published by McKinsey titled "No ordinary disruption: Winning with new models in packaging 2030" outlines five major trends that are expected to significantly impact the packaging industry and raise performance standards over the next five to ten years.  

E-commerce everywhere: E-commerce growth could lead to a greater emphasis on packaging for new products, as well as last-mile delivery innovations. 

Changing consumer preferences: Increased demand for personalization, convenience, health, and affordability is leading to a significant increase in SKU proliferation.  

FMCG and retail margin compression: FMCG companies and retailers may experience more margin compression, leading to increased pressure on converters, which could increase the risk of insolvency.  

Secondary Packaging for Sustainability: There is increasing demand for sustainability at every stage of the value chain, as activists are more closely examining the requirements. 

Digitalization and Internet of Things (IoT): Digital strategies are being implemented for two main reasons: to reduce expenses and to gain a competitive advantage with consumers. One example of this is the integration of technology in packaging, which can improve customer value and service.  

According to the report, all five trends are approaching at different rates and intensities, with digital trends playing a significant role. The greatest increase in pressure is anticipated to come from the rapid adoption of e-commerce, followed by the expansion of digitalization. At first, digital technology will primarily be used to increase cost efficiency through automation, and then will be utilized to create interactive customer-facing tools for conveying information and emotions, as well as collecting data. The other three trends—changing consumer preferences, margin compression, and sustainability—are already having a moderate to strong impact and are expected to continue increasing in strength.

How automation can improve your secondary packaging (FMCG) solutions 

Automation can greatly improve your secondary packaging solutions for FMCG. With the use of automated equipment, your packaging process can become more efficient and accurate. Automated machines can accurately and consistently package products, reducing the risk of human error. This can lead to fewer defective products and a higher level of customer satisfaction. Additionally, it can increase the speed of the packaging process, allowing for a higher output of packaged products in a shorter amount of time. This can ultimately result in cost savings for your business. Automation can also improve the safety of the packaging process, as automated equipment reduces the need for manual handling of products. 

Partnering with TEAL is the answer to your secondary packaging (FMCG) requirements 

At Titan Engineering and Automation Limited (TEAL), we offer a range of solutions that provide actionable insights into secondary packaging in the FMCG industry. This includes automatic carton erection, string folding, product insertion inside the carton box, and more. Our software analytics enable customers to improve the overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), efficiency, and repeatability of their machines. Additionally, through our flexible architecture, we also provide total security, integration, and interoperability. 

Our automation components are designed to help speed up carton erection, product loading, and pallet forming. We offer customized solutions for packing and palletizing equipment used in food, beverage, consumer goods, and other industries. Our palletizing automation is fully automatic and can handle 31 SKUs continuously. With our 7 robotic palletizing cells—4 cells with the 7th axis, we can handle 780 to 820 pallets in one shift. 

Using our advanced secondary packaging (FMCG) automation solutions, you can build a connection between devices, systems, and sensors. In this way, you can be sure to have the data needed to make continuous optimizations. 

TEAL secondary packaging (FMCG) automation solutions: Designed to improve efficiency and productivity 

At TEAL, we pride ourselves on not just stopping at building equipment—we are responsible for the entire operation from start to finish. We believe in providing complete turnkey secondary packaging (FMCG) automation solutions that will meet your requirements effectively. With TEAL, you can trust that your project is in good hands every step of the way. 

We provide various automation solutions for consumer packaged goods, such as blade stacking systems, dispenser pumps, cap closure assemblies, and pencil sorting. In addition, we help companies by studying the best packaging solution for their product’s characteristics and requirements. This includes packaging materials and understanding what end users need. By doing this, we ensure that companies are using the best possible packaging for their products and making life easier for all involved. 

At our company, we have a team of specialists who are highly skilled in industrial automation and integration. Our team can design and install product testing, inspection, and verification systems to ensure that the finished product is of the highest quality. Our in-house knowledge and capabilities allow us to create high-speed automated packaging machines that offer accuracy, quality, and safety as standard. We create unique solutions to help increase your Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) for your secondary packaging (FMCG) lines. This process makes your packaging line more efficient and results in improved output. 

We are the perfect consultant for you when you need help getting automated secondary packaging (FMCG) automation solutions that fit your requirements. We design and construct all of our packaging machines with the customer’s needs in mind, so whether you have limited floor space or high demand for throughput, we have a solution for you. With our capabilities and experience in turnkey secondary packaging (FMCG) automation systems, TEAL is the ideal partner for your next project. 

We also understand that as traditional manufacturing is evolving, it is important for manufacturers to implement Industry 4.0 in order to remain competitive. The foundational concepts of Industry 4.0 are data, connectivity, process optimization, and continuous monitoring. A complete deployment of an Industry 4.0 strategy requires a high level of operational integration, which is necessary to enable many advanced automation solutions. We are dedicated to helping our clients implement Industry 4.0 so they can stay ahead of the competition and be successful in today’s market.  

Find out how you can benefit from TEAL’s secondary packaging solutions 

Secondary packaging systems play an important role in any efficient and modern packaging line. They help to protect the primary packaging, enable the accurate packaging of multiple products and ensure safe transportation of the items. Secondary packaging provides speed, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness to end-of-line packaging, overall boosting productivity and profitability. TEAL is proud to supply a variety of secondary packaging (FMCG) automation solutions to complement our own and other brands of primary packaging equipment. With our high-quality standards, our secondary packaging solutions are sure to help you take your business to the next level! 

TEAL’s secondary packaging (FMCG) automation solutions are fully customizable in order to best meet your requirements and optimize the available space you have—whether that’s for performance, resources, or something else entirely. If you are not sure what kind of solution you need, our team of experts will be more than happy to offer their professional recommendations. Get in touch with us today to discuss your unique secondary packaging (FMCG) requirements!

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