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Semiautomating casing operations

Another area of contract packaging that might be worth a further look for semiautomation is case erection and sealing. Automating portions of the process could reduce errors and waste that are byproducts of repetitive hand-taping and carton-carrying with conventional casing operations.

After experimenting with multiple prototypes, InNovaCo LLC (www.innovacollc.com) believes it has the solution with its PackPod stainless-steel case erector/case sealer. The machine requires a single operator and eliminates the need for several case-assemblers.

β€œThis machine is not meant to replace a human, it’s meant to enhance a human,” says Dave Wood, a partner at InNovaCo.

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