Our team visited the customer’s facility to audit their existing stretch film practices and solve their scanning issue when their products are ready for shipment. The customer was looking for a stretch film that would provide them with more clarity on their skids for scanning the expediting labels. In the audit, our team learned that the customer was wrapping the top and bottom of pallets 6 times to secure the load for shipment.
The solution we provided was pivoting the customer from Crawford Guardian G70 film to our newest Guardian film line, Guardian G91. Guardian G91 is our highest-performance Guardian stretch film, using up to 30% less materials.
This pivot allowed the customer to reduce their top and bottom wraps from 6 to 3 offering much better clarity to solve their scanning problem as well as an overall reduction of film.
Although the customer increased the gauge of their stretch film and their price per roll has slightly increased, the cost per skid has been reduced since the skids are top and bottom wrapped 3 times instead of 6. The customer is also seeing reduced shipping errors and labour savings due to increased scan ability.
Our customer, who manufactures custom labels, was struggling to scan their expediting labels for shipment after the products were palletized and wrapped with their Wulftec stretch wrapper.
Our Packaging Specialist, Lindsey Legue, and Director of Business Development, Doug Crowe, visited the customer’s facility to audit their existing stretch film practices and understand what they are looking for. In the audit, our team learned that the customer was wrapping the top and bottom of their pallets 6 times to secure the load for shipment.
Crawford’s Wrap It Right Program works with clients to audit and review their existing stretch film practices and equipment to identify inefficiency. Wrap It Right will increase productivity and reduce costs through standardization of load containment and stretch film practices. Through the Wrap It Right program, clients have realized up to 30% on their annual stretch film costs.
The stretch film solution we provided was pivoting the customer from Crawford Guardian G70 film to our newest Guardian film line, Guardian G91; our highest-performance Guardian stretch film to date using up to 30% less materials.
This pivot allowed the customer to reduce their top and bottom wraps from 6 to 3 offering much better clarity to solve their scanning problem as well as an overall reduction of film.
Although the customer increased the gauge of their stretch film and their price per roll has slightly increased, the cost per skid has been reduced since the skids at the top and bottom are wrapped 3 times instead of 6. The customer is also seeing reduced shipping errors and labour savings due to increased scan ability.
The client saw reduced cost per skid as they are now wrapping the top of and bottom of each of their pallets 3 times rather than 6 times.
By switching over to a thicker gauged stretch film, the customer saw a decrease in film usage.
The client is now seeing their pallets wrapped 2x faster than before due to increasing the stretch film gauge.
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Packaging plays a vital role in today’s fast-paced business landscape, ensuring product protection, preservation, and presentation. As the packaging industry continues to grow and adapt to changing market demands, it’s crucial for companies to stay ahead and offer exceptional packaging solutions. To provide insights into this dynamic landscape, we have developed Packaging Talks – a…
London, Ontario, Canada, July 8, 2024 – Crawford Packaging is proud to announce that we have been awarded a Bronze Medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment, placing us among the top 35% of companies assessed globally over the past 12 months. This recognition underscores our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. The EcoVadis assessment…
Packaging plays a vital role in today’s fast-paced business landscape, ensuring product protection, preservation, and presentation. As the packaging industry continues to grow and adapt to changing market demands, it’s crucial for companies to stay ahead and offer exceptional packaging solutions. To provide insights into this dynamic landscape, we have developed Packaging Talks – a…
Packaging plays a vital role in today’s fast-paced business landscape, ensuring product protection, preservation, and presentation. As the packaging industry continues to grow and adapt to changing market demands, it’s crucial for companies to stay ahead and offer exceptional packaging solutions. To provide insights into this dynamic landscape, we have developed Packaging Talks – a…
London, Ontario, Canada, May 14, 2024 – Crawford Packaging is proud to announce its recognition as a 2024 Gold Standard winner in Canada’s Best Managed Companies program. This prestigious recognition underscores our sustained growth, industry-leading performance, and exemplary business practices. This year marks Crawford’s fourth consecutive recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, earning…
Packaging plays a vital role in today’s fast-paced business landscape, ensuring product protection, preservation, and presentation. As the packaging industry continues to grow and adapt to changing market demands, it’s crucial for companies to stay ahead and offer exceptional packaging solutions. To provide insights into this dynamic landscape, we have developed Packaging Talks – a…
Packaging plays a vital role in today’s fast-paced business landscape, ensuring product protection, preservation, and presentation. As the packaging industry continues to grow and adapt to changing market demands, it’s crucial for companies to stay ahead and offer exceptional packaging solutions. To provide insights into this dynamic landscape, we have developed Packaging Talks – a…
The Grower’s editor recently sat down with Stuart Jackson, Crawford Packaging’s Vice President for Produce, and Doug Crowe, Crawford Packaging’s Business Development Manager, to discuss the latest trends in produce packaging and the steps Crawford Packaging is taking to support our customers’ path on sustainability. Read the Full Article Learn more about the solutions we…
Crawford Packaging is excited to announce the expansion of our warehouse facility in London, Ontario. This investment in our infrastructure represents a crucial step forward for Crawford Packaging, driven by our dedication to meeting the evolving needs of our clients. By increasing our warehouse capacity, we are enhancing our ability to stock a wider range…
Canadian Packaging’s editor recently sat down with Stuart Jackson, Crawford Packaging’s Vice President for Produce, to discuss the latest trends in produce packaging and the steps Crawford Packaging is taking to support our customers’ path on sustainability. Read the Full Article Learn more about the solutions we provide here! BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT
Crawford Packaging is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at the upcoming CPMA Convention + Trade Show in Vancouver! Our team will be showcasing a variety of packaging solutions, including: Advanced Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) options designed to preserve the freshness of produce, available in various formats, shapes, and sizes! Sustainable Retail-Ready Packaging…