#integratedpackagingsolutions

Nichrome, India’s leading player in integrated packaging solutions, is a company committed to providing cutting edge packaging technology for Indian industry. Pursuing this passion, Nichrome has joined hands with Easysnap Technology of Italy to bring their worldwide patented packaging to India.

EasysnapR is the new worldwide standard for single dose units of liquid products, offering convenience, easy one hand opening, complete dispensing of contents and on-the-go mobility.

It is a single-dose packet that opens itself when you fold it in half. No need to tear, to peel or to unscrew caps EasysnapR opens and dispenses product with only one hand; just fold and squeeze. It is ideal for packing all liquid and semi-liquid products.

Packing in single-dose EasysnapR packages is safe for consumers (always correct doses and easy to take), sustainable for the environment (reducing waste of excess product), useful for manufacturers (easy to deliver and distribute).

Six reasons why EasysnapR is the smarter packaging solution

1. It is easy

EasysnapR opens with one hand only, without efforts. It is suitable for children, elderly and disabled people and all conditions, it is universal.

2. It is resistant

EasysnapR can be transported individually in your pocket or handbag or in greater quantities in packs without the risk of leakage or of being compressed. It has a semi-rigid bottom which is unbreakable unless folded over 90 percent.

3. It is cheap and ecologic

EasysnapR has lower production costs compared to bottles, jars or thermoformed unit dose packaging, does not disperse any residue and is more easily recyclable.

4. It is smart

EasysnapR has an ergonomic design, versatile and stylish, which you can customize at your will in form and graphics.

5. It is hygienic and clean

EasysnapR dispenses the content in a clear and accurate way, there is no risk of spills or contamination of the product. There is no product contamination while opening and dispensing.

6. It has longer shelf life

EasysnapR allows no air inside and offers 100% barrier properties to maintain product integrity.

Easysnap Technology can replace the production of any conventional portion pack container, including small cups, small bottles and tubes, with content from 1 to 30 ml, with many advantages in term of flexibility and production cost for units.

Easysnap Technology machineries are designed and certified for food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical and medical devices industries. The list of applications is endless – and includes ketchup, mayonnaise, salad dressing, jam, melted cheese, mustard, spirits, syrups, honey, liquid medications, baby-care products, ointments, toothpaste, shampoo, hair conditioner, liquid hand-sanitizer, body lotions, creams, bath foam, moisturizers, sun creams, liquid detergents, promotional dispenser, and many others!

Packaging plays a crucial role in marketing. It determines whether you attract customers or not, and therefore, has a direct impact on your sales. When choosing the right packaging for your product, consider the types of packaging materials available in the market.

Types of packaging material

The options include:

Flexible materials

Flexible plastic comes in many forms, shapes and variations, allowing for multiple types of customisation. It is sustainable, tough and lightweight compared to other packaging. Flexible plastic packaging are classified by the type of treatment, process or product requirement and come in different versions such as high barrier with aluminum, special material for heat treatment, modified atmosphere packaging and for hot-fill, etc.

Semi-rigid materials for vacuum-packing

This type provides a high degree of transparency and excellent preservation properties. It consists of coextrusions with a PA, PE or PP base, which can also incorporate a high barrier and peelability.

 Rigid materials

On the basis of raw material, rigid materials can be segmented into metal, glass, paper and plastic. They offer a tough and resistant option that is highly transparent and recyclable.

Given the plethora of packaging materials available in the market, how do you know which one is right for your product and business. There are some basic criteria to evaluate and decide:

Budget

Materials like glass look great but are expensive to manufacture and transport. It is also breakable. However, sometimes, for certain products, consumers are willing to pay for greater perceived value. Keeping such considerations in mind, you need to define your budget and then search the market for available options in your set price range.

Transportation

Every product requires a high level of protection to get from point A to point B. The journey from factory to consumer can be harmful, so you need a clear understanding of how your product travels. The distance and time taken, modes of transportation used, storage conditions at each step – knowing all this will help you choose a strong and durable packaging that ensures your product remains undamaged and un-contaminated in transit.

Branding

Often times, manufacturers choose packaging that is an extension of their branding. For instance, if your USP is the organic or vegan aspect, you may consider packaging made from recycled, eco-friendly material. Also, packaging should look attractive and appeal to consumers. Flexible packaging offers some advantages in this regard, as it offers excellent printing possibilities and larger space for branding which helps your product stand out on crowded retail shelves.

Package size & shape

Single sale, single-serve, multipack, bulk – your product probably comes in different sizes. You need a packaging material that can adapt to each size with consistency and versatility. Size and shape are important when it comes to shipping and distribution. You should try and find the most ergonomic, convenient and cost-effective shape and size – and select material that helps you achieve these goals.

Sustainability

It’s important that you choose materials that comply with industry regulations, minimize environmental pollution and offer long term sustainability. Flexible packaging and shrink films are lightweight so they are cheaper to ship than bulkier, heavier packaging. If you’re into e-commerce, you need to consider packaging options that protect your product in transit while being easy and safe to dispose of.

Packaging is no longer limited to the pouch, box, strip or any other material that holds and protects the product. It’s an entire system of preparing products for safe, efficient and cost-effective movement throughout the supply chain.

Industry is now aware that packaging is not just the work of designers and marketing departments who focus on brand recognition and driving sales. Their emphasis is on developing packaging that grabs attention on crowded retail shelves.

With attention on driving sales and brand recognition, not much emphasis is placed on or trailer utilization of the package itself.

Packaging plays a crucial role in supply chain management. It affects the physical distribution of the package. Logistics demands packages that can be easily handled throughout all processes and by the consumer. Packaging also affects production, which prefers one size of packaging for all products to minimize time, material, and labor costs.

Package optimization makes the difference.

Package optimization is an activity that seeks to make the product’s packaging more supply chain friendly. By making small changes, packaging can be made more ergonomically and sustainable, saving time, material and money that can make a big difference to the company’s supply chain. This in turn, leads to maximized return on investment.

Here are three basic ways to optimize your packaging:

1.Choose the right materials: It’s important to make smart decisions about the proper primary, secondary and tertiary packaging to help your product and its packaging navigate the different stages and environments it will travel.

Materials that are expensive or difficult to use could add time and money to your supply chain. The good news is, you can often reduce or change your packaging materials without compromising the quality of your product or the perception of your brand.

2.Think sustainability: Package optimisation is an opportunity to go green and promote sustainable business practices. You can find ways to use less material and/or find materials with reduced carbon footprint. This will help you save money and the environment — while enhancing your company’s image as an environmentally responsible corporate citizen.

3. Optimise shipment costs: When it comes to shipment from factory to retail shelf or consumer, the size and weight of your boxes impacts your logistics costs. Optimising your product package ensures you optimize the space and weight occupied in transportation and storage, so you can transport more products — saving both time and shipping costs.

How Nichrome helped saved millions with packaging optimisation

Nichrome, India is leading integrated packaging solutions provider recently came up with a small optimization idea that resulted in impressive benefits for its client. As an expert with over 4 decades in the business, Nichrome understands that the benefits of an optimized package are amplified throughout the distribution cycle.

For a renowned milk producer and marketer in Pune, Nichrome suggested they alter the size of their milk pouch by a few millimeters, making it a rectangular shape. This minute change in the primary packaging not only makes the pouch stand out amongst the other square pouches in the market, it also means more SKUs can be fitted in a typical crate and further, more pouches in a truck. Besides the cost savings in packaging material, even greater savings have resulted from decreased handling, storage and transportation costs.

Conclusion

It’s not easy optimising your package. Ideally, companies should get their marketing, technical and logistics experts to collaborate and develop solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce wastage and lower shipping costs while protecting and promoting your product. Wasteful, environmentally damaging practices are unacceptable — both for business and the earth.

Nichrome is a pioneer of the packaging industry in India; a business built upon the values of innovation, efficiency, reliability and affordability. Since its inception in 1977, Nichrome has been working relentlessly to deliver cutting-edge technologies and excellent customer service – at competitive prices.

Today, armed with four decades of experience in primary packaging and indepth understanding of diverse industry needs and challenges, Nichrome has the know-how and manufacturing capability to deliver end-to-end automated packaging lines for a wide variety of applications.

At Nichrome, customers can access integrated packaging solutions with single-source convenience. Nichrome offers solutions for:

Pre-primary packaging

Primary packaging

Secondary packaging

Tertiary packaging

Depending on specific customer needs, Nichrome can deliver:

Project design from concept to commissioning

Integration of new machines in existing lines

Customization of solutions to suit individual requirements

By integrating and automating tasks on the packaging line, the rate of productivity rises while operation costs reduce. While the speed of the package line improves immensely, customers benefit from enhanced accuracy and reduction in waste and human errors.  Factory owners can increase product line efficiency and productivity without having to employ more people. Fully automated systems further decrease downtime. This saves money and maximizes ROI.  

Milk & dairy packaging, grain packaging, snacks packaging, powder packaging, sugar and salt packaging, oil packaging, ready-to-eat packaging – Nichrome’s proven prowess covers almost every food industry.