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Technology Minute: How Vacuum Lifting Solves Today’s Labor Issues and Material Handling Woes

Tune into the latest Technology Minute with Matt Reynolds, Editor of Packaging World. Listen in as he talks to Nick Hajewski from Tawi about breakthroughs in the material handling space. You’ll learn how today’s newest solutions are aimed at making lifting safer, faster, and easier for employees. You’ll also learn what a vacuum lifter is and how it improves ergonomics in the workforce by eliminating manual lifting.

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Annual Outlook Report: Workforce
Hiring remains a major challenge in packaging, with 78% struggling to fill unskilled roles and 84% lacking experienced workers. As automation grows, companies must rethink hiring and training. Download the full report for key insights.
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Annual Outlook Report: Workforce