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News Release from: Automated Packaging Systems
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 05 October 2005
Record sales reported for filling system
Automated Packaging Systems has reported record sales of its recently launched AirPouch Express 3 Void-Fill System for effective product protection during shipping.
Automated Packaging Systems, the world leaders in high speed, flexible and reliable packaging solutions, has reported record sales of its recently launched AirPouch Express 3 Void-Fill System for effective product protection during shipping The AirPouch desktop void-fill system is fast and easy-to-use, providing protective air-filled cushions to meet end-of-line packing requirements at a rate of 15 linear metres per minute
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 30 Jun 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Commenting on their use of the AirPouch Express, Graham Jackson, sales director, said, "We use AirPouch to produce ready made bags of filled pouches which we sell from our brochure in replacement to traditional void fills".
"This range is becoming increasingly popular in place of traditional cushioning methods".
"Our customers like the product because its clean, easy to use and provides a more aesthetically pleasing package when received by their customers - additionally it is much more easy to dispose of than the traditional forms of void fill." At Monument Tools, specialists in plumbing tools and drain cleaning, Jonathan Collier, director, had this to say about AirPouch".
""The Airpouch has saved us the time in cutting down boxes/cartons for smaller items in addition to added protection for loose articles".
"It is fast, reliable and easy to set up and operate".
"It is a valuable addition to our shipping operations." Talking about the success of AirPouch at ABgene, Bernard Whitney, distribution manager said, "After evaluating various machines on the market, it was immediately clear that AirPouch produced a smoother operation and was smaller and more streamlined, ideal if space is an issue".
"We used polystyrene chips for many years believing it to be easier and quicker to pour into pallets, when in fact our customers disliked the mess it created when unpacking".
"Using the air pouches not only makes it quicker to fill a pallet, it also makes it a very much cleaner operation".
"Storage was quite an issue for us as the polystyrene chips came in very large bulky bags, they were difficult to store and we were constantly running out of stock".
"Having AirPouches delivered in small boxes makes it so much simpler to store under the work benches in the warehouse and without the worry of running out or forgetting to order weekly".
"Staff are also happier using the air pouches, making it quicker to pack the pallets and without the mess".
"It is also 'instant' press the button to the desired quantity/length and it is done".
"A faster solution all round," Whitney added. Request free introductory details about products from Automated Packaging Systems ...
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