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Benefits of Slip Sheets vs. Pallets

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Cost: Slip sheets reduce acquisition costs.  Solid fiber slip sheets are six to twelve times less costly than wooden pallets. Transportation Cost: Slip sheets reduce transportation costs. 100+ slip sheets fit in the space of 1 pallet. A slip sheet weighs approximately two pounds. A wooden pallet weighs approximately sixty pounds. Labor Cost: If you load your trailers by hand (floor loading) the use of slip sheets will drastically reduce your labor costs by automating the loading function. It will take three employees six hours to floor load a trailer.   This is a total of 18 hours. In comparison, it will take one employee ½ hour to load a trailer using slip sheets. Storage Cost: Slip sheets will free up warehouse space. 150 slip sheets will fit in the same space as one wooden pallet. Administrative Cost: Slip sheets will reduce administrative costs. A slip sheet is disposable and serves the purpose of transporting one unitized load to its destination. This eliminates t...

Printed Tape gets your message out!

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  Custom printed tape allows you to brand your products and shipments, so they'll stand out from the competition. By adding your logo to the tape, you can improve brand loyalty by introducing consumers to your brand. This can lead to both first-time and returning purchases. There are several benefits of using custom packing tape. For example, it's available in a variety of materials like PVC and paper. It also comes in different colors. Third, it advertises your brand while keeping your packaging secure. Increases Visibility: Custom printed tape makes your packaging stand out. This increases the visibility of your products and your brand. Consumers will also associate the custom tape with your brand, making it instantly recognizable. Advertises Your Brand Logo: Your logo is essential to all your advertising efforts. It’s what consumers see on all your marketing materials and it’s often-what consumers remember about your brand. Printing your logo on the outside of your...

Quick Pak Inc Revolution Pallet Wrapper Overview

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Revolution Stretch Wrappers Quick Pak is proud to introduce our new REVOLUTION value priced semi automatic stretch wrapper line. These price competitive machines will give you years of trouble free operation. It will alleviate the problems associated with poorly hand wrapped pallets. The Revolution product line represents a totally advanced design with reliable technology in a sleek efficient frame to give you a rugged machine of unmatched quality. The Revolution stretch wrapper line was designed to convert the hand wrap user over to wrapping pallets by machine. More info on this is available from: Mike Cunningham Quick Pak Inc 4007 North 56th Street Tampa, FL 33610 Tel: 813 242 6995 FAX: 813 242 6985 www.quickpakinc.com mike.cunningham@quickpakinc.com

Honeycomb and Corrugated Dunnage

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Protect and secure your load with our honeycomb dunnage products.  Both honeycomb and corrugated dunnage are effective solutions for void filling and cargo stabilization during shipping, offering a lightweight, strong, and cost-effective alternative to traditional wood blocking and bracing. Honeycomb dunnage is made from custom-engineered kraft paper formed into a series of continuous hexagonal cells, offering excellent shock resistance and cushioning. -Used in both packaging and cargo securement applications. -Honeycomb riser pads are used in paper roll applications to stagger product, which contributes to safe loading practices. -Eliminates product damage by providing superior cushioning for protection. -Prevents products from chafing, causing product damage. -Protects your products against trailer wall irregularities. -It is light-weight, but extremely strong and is an excellent alternative to traditional wood blocking & bracing. -Corrugated drop-down void fi...

How a Powered Prestretch Carriage Works

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n this video we discuss and show how a powered prestretch carriage works. WHAT IS PRESTRETCH? Prestretch is the process that allows stretch film to be stretched before (pre) being applied to a load. The film threads past two rollers (Primary and Secondary) in which the second rollers' rotational speed is faster than the first, thus stretching the stretch film between the two. In this video we are showing the power prestretch system that comes on the Revolution HDHS Power Prestretch Pallet Wrapping Machine. Contact us here for more information: Quick Pak Inc PH: 813 242 6995 sales@quickpakinc.com www.quickpakinc.com

Increase Production with Packaging Automation

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With the increasing demand for faster delivery times and precise packaging, it’s no wonder that warehouses are turning to automation to increase productivity and lower costs to stay competitive. Investing in the right end of line packaging equipment, companies can expect to boost productivity, improve accuracy, and increase safety in the packaging process. Case Packers are fundamental components of any automated packaging line. These machines efficiently load products into cases, containers, or trays, creating neat and secure product cases that maximize space and protection during transit. Case packers can pack products in a variety of formats, including film only, pad and film, tray and film, and wrap-around cases. By automating this part of the workflow, your company can significantly increase packing speed while reducing labor costs and human error. This not only streamlines operations but also enhances product consistency and quality, leading to fewer returns and greater custo...