Mercy Berglund 
Introduction What is machine efficiency? It sounds like it should be straightforward. In practice, it’s one of the most misused and misunderstood metrics in secondary packaging. Here’s what it actually means and how to calculate it correctly. The Basic Definition Machine efficiency measures how much of your machine’s theoretical output capacity you actually achieve during … Read more
Introduction What is sanitary design in packaging equipment? Sanitary design is a set of engineering principles that govern how equipment is constructed to facilitate cleaning, minimize contamination risk, and support food safety compliance. It’s a standard expectation in certain CPG segments — and largely irrelevant in others. Knowing which category your application falls into helps you … Read more
Case packer vs tray packer – what’s the difference? If you’re evaluating secondary packaging equipment for the first time, or are trying to get your specs straight before a conversation with an OEM, this is a question that comes up occasionally.
Introduction When you’re comparing two packaging equipment bids, a lower Factory Acceptance Test line item can look like an easy win. The machine specs seem similar, the vendors both look capable, and output promises are close. Then one quote shows a much lower cost for Factory Acceptance Testing and fewer factory-tested sizes. On paper, it … Read more
Introduction If a new packaging line is technically ready but your team is not aligned on who decides, who escalates, and what “good” looks like, commissioning will go off the rails. That is the gap many CPG manufacturers run into. The FAT passed, the SAT looked fine, training happened, the OEM technician arrived… Then real … Read more
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