Improve Packaging Performance slides This slide show is 1 part of 7 slide shows that discuss how to: • Improve your products packaging life cycle • Decrease Damage Claims • Reduce Packaging Costs • Reduce Packaging Storage Space • Increase Efficiency of In-House Packaging • Increase Ease of Use when Packing & Unpacking • Reduce Packaging Waste

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 Wood Containers
 Corrugated
 Material Handling
 On-Site
 Steel Fabrication
 Reusable
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3. The Best Time to Consider Package Design
Type of Manufacturer:
Large Quantity Assembly Lines
Prior to Any Manufacturing
Large Pre-Assembled Products
During Product Production
Custom Product Ships Unassembled
Upon Product Completion

4. Aircraft Customer: Reusable Container Case Study
• Steel
• Hardware
• Waterproof
• Loading ramp
• Significant Packaging Cost Savings
• Expedited Round Robin Shipping
• Reduced Packaging Waste

5. Shipping Method
Have a plan…
Optimize the Payload – No Void Space
• International Sea Containers
• Freight Trucking
• Weight vs Freight Costs
Benefits
 Reduce Shipping Costs
 Reduce Blocking & Bracing needs
 Reduce Costs Associated with Packaging

6. Parts Machining Manufacturer: Load Optimization Case Study
Before After
• Eliminated Wasted Void Space
• No Load Blocking or Bracing Required
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7. Packaging Materials
• Corrugated
 Pro: Inexpensive in large quantities
• Triple Wall
 Pro: Light weight & good for air freight
• Wood Crates
 Pro: Economic Outer Pack
• Light & Heavy Duty Wood Box
 Pro: Good for Type 2 & 3 Manufacturers

8. Package Closure & Opening Safety
Consider Tools, Manpower & Possible Injury
• Metal Strapping
• Tapes
• Stretch Wrap
• Staples
• Latches
• Adhesive

10. Streamline Assembly Lines
Material Handling or Staging Fixtures
• Optimize Production Sequence
• Increase Shop Floor & Warehouse Space
• Improve Handling & Staging
• Improve Part Protection
• Reduce Staged Parts Floor Space Parts Handling
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• Improve Inner Plant Transport Fixture
Steel Engine
Stand

11. Manufacturer of Hydraulic Parts: Material Handling Case Study
Storage Space Saved
• Gained Valuable floor space
• Mobility of Product Improved Productivity
• Decreased Labor Spent Handling Parts

13. Packaging Material Inventory
• Loose Fill • Wood
• Tape • Shrink wrap
• Bubble • VCI Bags
• Cardboard
• Foam
Reduce Inventory Floor Space
 Vendor Maintained Inventory (VMI)
 Just In Time (JIT)
 Racks for vertical storage
 Collapsible Shippers

14. Emergency Relief Agency: Collapsible Shipper Case Study
Cubic Feet
Reduction
• Reduced Storage Space Requirements
• Easily Collapse with No Tools
• Return Shipping Fees Reduced

15. Packaging Department Efficiency
Track the Production Line
• Labor
• Storage
• Actual Pack Time
Tracking Tips
 VMI
 JIT
 Conduct time studies
 On-Site Services
 Design Change

16. Machining Company: Multi-Part Shipper Case Study
• Decreased Packing Time
• Decreased Turn Around on Parts

17. Packaging Waste
Now is the time to Go Green
 Implement a Packaging Recycle Plan
 Reuse Packaging
 Redesign to Eliminate Waste
 Ask suppliers to conform to requirements

18. Costco Vendor Compliance Specs
• Lowers Costs by Eliminating Excess Packaging
• Lessen Damage Claims
• Performance Compliance Audits

20. Damage Claims
Causes of Damage Solutions
• Severe Impact • Changing Packaging Steps
• Package Design Flaws • Alternative Packaging
• Improper Stacking • Know Your Distribution Environment
• End User Improper Handling • Protect from Fraudulent Claims
• Hidden Damage
Identify Cause of Damage
 Vibration/Drop/Environment Test Labs
 Take Photos Before Shipping
 Request End User Submit Photos
 Include Damage Indicators
 Include UnPacking Procedures on Package

21. Rod Manufacturer: Internal Damage Redesign Case Study
Guillotine Style Foam Inserts
LAB TEST
Rate of Returns
• Eliminated Damage Claims
• Increase Customer Satisfaction

22. International Safe Transit Association Testing
Testing Variables
• 4 Major Test Categories
• Shock
• Vibration
• Compression
• Atmospheric
• 4 Distribution Hazards
• Handling Drop & Impact
• Transportation Vibration
• Stacking Load
• Atmospheric Conditions
• 13 Associated Test Types
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23. Export Requirements
• Heat Treatment Required for Overseas Shipping
• Customs inspections

24. Import/Export Company: Observation Port Case Study
Corrosion Incidents
• Expedited Customs Inspections
• Reduced Corrosion Damage

26. Storage Fundamentals
Must Properly Protect against
• Atmospheric Conditions
Protection based on time-span
• Short Term – Surface Protection
Electronics or Machinery Manufacturers
• Long Term – Surface Protection
Spare Part Outside storage
• Short Term - Temperature Control
Bio-tech or Perishable Food

27. BioTech Firm: Temperature Sensitive Case Study
EPS PUR
International & Domestic Incidents of Damage
• Prevented Increase of Temperature
• Eliminated Damage to International Shipments
• Increased Packaging Cost Less than Damage Costs

28. Prevent Corrosion Damage
• Emitters
• Desiccants
• Zerust™ Coatings
Packing Tips to Reduce Corrosion
 Pack Clean Dry Parts
 Wear Clean Gloves When Handling Metal Parts
 Avoid Direct Contact of Metal on Packaging Material
 Packing Parts at Room Temperature
 Seal packages with heat sealing or waterproof tape

29. Parts Distribution Warehouse: Anti-Corrosion Case Study
Corrosion Incidents
• Removed All Corrosion
• Prevented All Corrosion

31. End Destination Handling Abilities
• Lifting Capabilities
• Safely opened
• Outside Dimension Restrictions
• Man Power Restrictions

32. Aircraft Manufacturer: Handling Ability Case Study
• Safe Removal of Wings by End Destination
• Damage free airplane wings

34. Evaluate Packaging Performance
• Communicate with your Vendor
• Ongoing Reviews of Safety, Performance & Alternatives
• Provide Drawings, Pictures & Dimensions
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35. Packaging Supplier Tips
 Always get at least 3 competitive quotes
 Packaging Cost Factors
 Damage Costs, Packing Labor, and Re-Usability Savings
 Communicate Successful/Damaged Shipments
 Take Pictures for Records
 Include Damage Indicators
 Quality, Efficiency, and Customer Service