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Secondary Packaging 101

June 30, 2026April 6, 2026 by Sara Hoidahl
Cartons in Machine

Learn what a strong Factory Acceptance Test should validate before shipment, and what FAT cannot prove, and how to use FAT to reduce downstream surprises

Categories Secondary Packaging 101 Tags Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
June 29, 2026April 6, 2026 by Sara Hoidahl
Packaging Machine with Damaged Boxes

See a practical breakdown of the most common jam causes and understand the best ways to approach them.

Categories Secondary Packaging 101, Problems / Challenges Tags Jams, Problems
June 29, 2026April 6, 2026 by Sara Hoidahl
Cartons of tea in packaging machine

Understand machine index and pitch so you can read specs more accurately and ask better questions during the evaluation process

Categories Secondary Packaging 101 Tags Machine Index, Machine Pitch
June 29, 2026April 6, 2026 by Sara Hoidahl
Top Load vs. Horizontal Load Case Packing

Understand the differences between top load and horizontal load and which configuration is best suited for your operation.

Categories Secondary Packaging 101, Comparisons Tags Horizonal Load Case Packing, Top Load Case Packing
June 29, 2026April 6, 2026 by Sara Hoidahl
Servo on a machine

Learn the definition of a servo-driven machine and understand the pros and cons of using one in your operation.

Categories Secondary Packaging 101 Tags Servo
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