by Steve Smith | Nov 17, 2022 | Ask Steve
Why Do We Have Load Failures, Even When We Meet Our Corporate Force to Load Containment Standard? That is a great question Clint, and a very common issue (and one that is not well understood). First, let’s talk about what load containment is, then how we measure it,...
by Steve Smith | Oct 25, 2022 | Ask Steve
If we switch to Rapid Bander could we reduce the thickness of our ECT box? Hi Morgan, Great question! Today, we are more aware of the impact that our waste stream creates on the planet, and as a result, we are more focused on every opportunity we can find to reduce...
by Steve Smith | Sep 9, 2022 | Ask Steve
What Is the Optimum Number of Inches That You Should Wrap on the Pallet Itself to Best Secure the Load to the Pallet and Not Be Damaged by Forklift Tearing Film? Hi Sherry, We have tested various combinations of downgauged films, in the range of 35-gauge and less, at...
by Steve Smith | Aug 25, 2022 | Ask Steve
What is the true cost of web breaks? Thanks for submitting your question, Gene. Normally, I would begin by establishing some context, then answer the question. But for your question, I think I will start with the answer, then expand with some detail. The simple answer...
by Steve Smith | Jul 22, 2022 | Ask Steve
How can I get the containment I need without crushing the boxes that go on my customer's shelves? Hi Javier! Thanks for your question. This subject applies to a lot of companies who palletize product packaged in folding cartons or thin gauge plastic bottles (or...
