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FASTER, BETTER EQUIPMENT. IMPROVED SUSTAINABILITY. FLEXIBLE FINANCING. CASE STUDY Faced with growing demand for twin packs of its liquid products, PL Developments (PLD) was challenged to meet this demand with its existing machinery, which was too slow and inconsistent. PLD turned to PakTech, which provided a seamless, flexible solution consisting of new, high-speed equipment and recycled handles. Partnering with PakTech enabled PLD to satisfy its customers and meet growing demand with minimal capital for the equipment. PL DEVELOPMENTS—AN INNOVATIVE PRIVATE LABEL POWERHOUSE Founded in 1988, PL Developments has grown through innovation and acquisitions into a leading manufacturer of private label OTC products. At a dozen locations across the United States—including facilities for R&D, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution— PLD’s more than 1,600 employees produce private label products for some of the largest retailers in the country. PLD produces hundreds of skus of private label products in categories including allergy, analgesics, cough and cold, digestive products, feminine care, first aid, and personal care. Among PLD’s top priorities are consistently delivering quality products that meet customers’ standards, while fulfilling the demand for each customer and always delivering the right products in the right quantities at the right time. A COMPLEX MANUFACTURING PROCESS THAT REQUIRES PRECISION manufacturing process is not easy. “It’s a challenge because we have a lot of moving parts,” said Patrick Smith, Senior Engineering Manager at PLD’s Piedmont, South Carolina facility. Smith explained that PLD compounds and manufactures all of its products at the South Carolina facility. With high volumes and strong growth, coordinating everything with the company’s suppliers—which provide raw materials, bottles, labels, cases, and more—has to be in sync. It is also essential that all manufacturing equipment and every aspect of every line works properly. If even one aspect of PLD’s manufacturing operation is out of line, production will come to a stop, costing the company time and money. “It’s definitely a challenge for us. It’s got to be a well-oiled machine. Everything has got to function right for us to hit the volumes agreed upon.” — Patrick Smith, PL Developments

Bridge Road Brewers has long been a valued customer of PakTech, recognised for its innovative, recyclable multipack packaging solutions - alongside its award-winning beers. The brewery has recently taken a significant step in adopting PakTech’s natural (non-pigmented) handles across its new non-alcoholic beer range, now stocked in major supermarkets including Coles and Woolworths.

Menasha Packaging is the industry’s largest independent retail-focused packaging and merchandising supply chain solutions provider in North America. Founded in Neenah, WI in 1849, Menasha Packaging operates facilities throughout North America and manufacturers and fulfills corrugated graphic packaging, folding carton graphic packaging, and display merchandising solutions for over 2,500 global brands.

Packaging costs can take a serious bite out of margin, regardless of industry or product type. If you’re looking to reduce packaging costs without sacrificing performance, the right multipack packaging solution makes a difference. In this blog, we’ll compare common multipack packaging options, highlight where real cost savings come from, and show how PakTech’s solutions deliver long-term value without compromising performance.

PakTech is proud to announce that its 4-Pack and 6-Pack 202 Standard Can Carriers, along with its TwinPak handles, have received APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR). This certification confirms that PakTech’s products meet the highest standards for recyclability, enabling customers to confidently choose packaging that aligns with their sustainability goals.

In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, PakTech stands out as an industry leader, building a narrative of enduring partnerships, trust, and authority. At PakTech, we pride ourselves on reliability, sustainability, and innovation – this has built trust in us and has solidified our position as a leader in the CPG space.

PakTech has announced its launch in Australia. At PakTech, we have always been driven by a vision of sustainability and innovation.

With the rising awareness of the impact that our consumption patterns have on the environment, consumers are increasingly prioritising sustainable habits and purchasing decisions. As responsible packaging remains integral to consumer choice, Europe’s FMCG businesses and packaging suppliers must keep abreast of constantly evolving packaging sustainability expectations. Here, PakTech examines four key sustainability trends to further help businesses to make the most environmentally responsible choices when it comes to packaging and overall business operations.

Sure, you may recognize our reusable handles on the six-pack 12-oz regular or the quad-pack 16-oz craft beer found in grocery stores, dock sales, and even in build-your-own beer coolers. You’ve probably found it easy to simply remove from the cans as it is to pop one of our handles on an empty can when you pack up from a picnic.

Today, governments, businesses and consumers look for ways to optimise waste management. Among different solutions, the waste hierarchy concept has become an essential tool to determine priorities for action to reduce and manage waste sustainably. Yet, this concept remains unknown to many.