Plastic film is thin polyethylene plastic used for shrink / stretch wrap packaging and commercial and retail use bags. Polyethylene (PE) film may carry a #2 HDPE or #4 LDPE mark. If a plastic film stretches when you pull it with your fingers, itÛªs likely you can recycle it. Clean and dry plastic films and […]
Category: Blog
Autobag 850S Mail Order Fullfilment Bagger
Autobag’s new 850S mail order fulfillment debut at the Promat 2015 show. Able to run up to 22 in. wide mail bags, Autobag 850S Mail Order Fulfillment Bagger features AutoTouch control screen, thermal transfer imprinter, and modular bag storage shelf. Bag opening technology grabs and securely grips bag in load-ready position, creating up to 11 […]
Shrink Wrap This
Shrink wrapping is a cost effective way to package products so they stand out when displayed. If you are considering shrink wrapping as a packaging solution, be sure to view our presentation to learn more about the different types of shrink wrap and their applications. Understanding Shrink Wrap Packaging from Pyramid Packaging Inc. […]
Best in Packaging Film
Every year the Oscars take place to honor the best in films. In the packaging industry, films are used to wrap food related items like, candy, snacks, nutritional bars & powders. Plastic films start off as small plastic pellets which are melted and blown or casted into films. This presentation explains the different types of […]
Skid Wrapping Techniques
Wrapping skids correctly can prevent claim returns, product damage and eliminate lost items during shipping. Try to find a pallet that fits the amount of boxes you are palletizing. This prevents the stretch wrap ripping on corners of the pallet. These boxes on the skid were first secured with stretch wrap. Corner blocks and a […]
Shrink Wrap Films
Shrink wrap film rolls, and bags are a polymer plastic film and are a cost effective way to package products so they can stand out when displayed. Shrink wrap is applied over or around package products. Depending on the application, the film may or may not entirely cover the packaged item. Shrink film is used […]
Corrugated Sealing Tape Issues
Not sealing corrugated boxes and folding cartons properly can create an array of problems. An unsecure seal can make the box open unexpectedly resulting in product damage, contamination and returned packages. Weak seals can make it easy for thieves to open the boxes and steal its contents. Selecting the right combination of packaging tape and […]
Advantages of Flexible Packaging Supplies
Flexible packaging and void fill supplies are plastic based films which are used to package, protect and ship products for an array of industries. Remember when grocery store items mainly consisted of rigid packaging such paperboard boxes, glass and plastics? Have you ever received a box filled with messy polystyrene filled peanuts? Today many of […]
Autobag’s DATA Count U-162 Counter
Autobag’s DATA Count U-162 Counter integrated with the Autobag 500 bagger is specifically engineered to fully automate the high-speed counting and packaging of bulk small products. It is a compact, flexible and cost effective system designed with advanced counting technology from DATA Technologies and innovative product engineering from Automated Packaging Systems. Capable of counting up […]
Pack Expo 2014- Autobag-LoveShaw-ARPAC Exhibits
Pyramid Packaging Inc will be attending the 2014 Pack Expo International Show. PackExpo is the packaging and processing premier event showcasing the latest packaging machinery and supplies. The show takes place November 2-5 at ChicagoÛªs McCormick Place Lakeside, North and South Halls. Many of our product lines that Pyramid Packaging represents will be exhibiting at […]
Autobag Pack Expo 2014 Exhibit
If you plan on attending #PackExpo 2014, be sure to stop by Automated Packaging System’s exhibit #2442. The show takes place in Chicago and runs from November 2-5 at McCormick Place’s South Hall. Since Pyramid Packaging is a Chicagoland APS dealer, our sales engineers will be at their exhibit during the show. APS will be […]
Void Fill Packaging
Void fill air pillows are a cleaner, greener and cost effective option than stuffing a box with paper or polystyrene peanuts. The air pillows are inflated with a portable system and take up much less storage space than other supplies. They are available in biodegradable form, recyclable, and also reduce shipping cost. Read our Void […]
The Bagging Race
This funny video from Automated Packaging compares the Autobag PaceSetter PS125 One Step Tabletop Bagger to manual bagging operations. The characters include Print who represents the PS125 OneStep bagger and Pack the manual bagger are dressed as racecar drivers. Autobag’s PaceSetter PS 125 Tabletop Baggers bring simplicity and value to hand load packaging applications. The video […]
We’ve Moved After 11 Years of Growth
Pyramid Packaging has moved to 2901 Shermer Road Northbrook, IL 60062. Our new phone number is 847-272-3400. The new office is located only a couple of miles from our old location. The need for a larger warehouse, showroom and office space became more pressing due to the growth of our business and the flexible […]
Autobag 5.9% Financing Special
Buy Autobag Equipment with 5.9% Financing Short-term financing for your business just got BETTER If you’re interesting in purchasing a new bagger and want a great short-term financing, Autobag is offering a limited time 5.9% financing option. It allows you to spread your purchase over twelve equal payments and pay only 5.9% in financing cost. […]