Advantages of Automated Wood Marking

Christine LewisEducational

Author: Christine Lewis

Coding and marking is an indispensable aspect of wood production that has existed since the earliest days of the logging industry. Coding and marking ensure the safety and consistency of products and allow clear communication along the supply chain. Wood markings can provide an abundance of critical information at every stage of the supply chain. Nature’s Packaging shares some of …

Real-Time Direct Printing: A Game Changer in CPG

Real-Time Direct Printing: A Game Changer in CPG

Christine LewisEducational

Author: Christine Lewis

In the highly competitive CPG landscape, operational efficiency and agility aren’t just advantages—they’re essential. This case study on the National Raisin Company and REA JET showcases how implementing smart, inline coding and marking directly on packaging lines can dramatically cut costs, improve inventory control, and accelerate speed to market. The Challenge: Pre-Printed Packaging in a Fast-Paced Market National Raisin, the …

Coding and Marking: An Indispensable Piece of the Automation Puzzle

Coding and Marking: An Indispensable Piece of the Automation Puzzle

Christine LewisEducational

Author: Christine Lewis

Businesses of all types and sizes seek to streamline their processes as much as possible to eliminate errors and increase profitability. Automating coding and marking processes can significantly impact helping businesses achieve these goals. An effective automation process requires coding and marking in various manufacturing settings. Ideally, a business’s coding and marking technology should act as a security measure within …

Which is More Costly to Manufacturers: Inefficient Labor or Downtime?

Which is More Costly to Manufacturers: Inefficient Labor or Downtime?

Christine LewisEducational

Author: Christine Lewis

The cost of inefficient labor and downtime can vary depending on the specific circumstances and industry . Both factors can be significant cost drivers for manufacturers, and the relative impact of each may differ from one situation to another. Here’s a brief overview of the costs associated with each: Inefficient labor can have several costly implications for manufacturers, including: Increased …

10 Concerns Keeping Plant Managers Up at Night

10 Concerns Keeping Plant Managers Up at Night

Christine LewisEducational

Author: Christine Lewis

In manufacturing, there are many concerns that can cause stress for plant managers. No matter the industry, there are several key factors that are generally of high importance to all plant managers:  Operational Efficiency Maximizing operational efficiency is often a top priority . They are focused on ensuring that production processes run smoothly and that resources (including labor, equipment, and …