Great Packaging Takes More than Great Products

Wed January 27, 2010

Why World Class Packaging Lines Make a World of Difference

As Sealed Air Corporation celebrated the 50th birthday of its famed Bubble Wrap® packaging material a few days ago, we were reminded of how fortunate we are to represent manufacturers that lead the world in quality and innovation.

In the course of doing business day to day, we and our customers often focus on product features and benefits, which are in fact critically important. Today, however, we'd like to take a step back and remember that to make the correct choices, we should consider the manufacturer just as strongly as the product or machine itself.

Lantech stretch wrappers dominate the market for reasons that extend beyond their equipment. 3M packaging tapes and 3M-Matic case sealers did not become the industry leader by chance. Sealed Air protective packaging systems and products are not preferred the world over because people don't have options. Knowing these world class firms as we do, we appreciate the value they bring not only to us, but to our customers. 

Innovation. The packaging we rely on today may grow obsolete within only a few years. To remain efficient in an ever more competitive marketplace, we need companies that value innovation, bring new products to market, and keep us on the cutting edge. Companies like 3M.

Relentless Commitment to Quality. Today's customers have high expectations. We expect things to go right the first time and every time. To keep their customers happy, manufacturers and distribution centers need companies that engineer packaging equipment down to the last detail. Companies like Lantech.

Creativity.  Companies expect packaging solutions tailored to their unique requirements. Because packaging is not a one size fits all business, we need companies that are ready, willing, and able to apply creative thinking to application and procurement challenges. Companies like Sealed Air.

World class manufacturers invest in training their own personnel, their distributors, and end users. World class manufacturers stand behind their products, are committed to their business long term, and listen to their customers. We value our world class manufacturers highly, and hope that you do as well.