No matter what industry you’re in, if you’re packaging goods, robotics is the future. Packaging robots have burst onto the scene recently, with a particular uptick in orders during the COVID-19 pandemic when the labor market became ultra competitive and ultra expensive. According to the Association for Advancing Automation (A3),…
You hear many companies talk about how much they value their employees, but the proof is in the actions, not the words. At Econocorp, we walk the talk by actively investing in the betterment of our employees, from the production floor up to senior management. Every person at Econocorp plays…
Gaining new customers is always great, but there's something extra satisfying about helping a repeat customer. Nothing gives you the feeling more that you're doing something right than a satisfied customer coming back for another purchase. At Econocorp, we strive to make every customer a repeat customer! 30% Repeat Customer…
Company growth and company culture… are two things we're very serious about here at Econocorp. Company growth is important so that we can continue to provide meaningful work to our employees, stay competitive in the industry, and gain more market share. As a company firmly seated in its growth phase,…
There are a lot of ideas about how to cut costs on packaging lines, but one method is a clear winner - automation. Automation hands-down delivers the best return on investment over any other cost-cutting strategy. The benefits of packaging line automation are clear: Increased output Fewer errors & waste…
Sustainability is a buzzword in almost all industries today. Customers prefer to spend their money with companies that prioritize reducing their environmental impact, and not many industries can have as much of an impact as logistics. Shipping and logistics suppliers use huge amounts of single-use packaging, often made of non-recyclable…
There’s no doubt about it…the modern consumer (and investor) values sustainability, actively searches for companies that offer sustainable options, and will pay extra to reduce their environmental impact. If you still have any doubt, just consider these key statistics from a study of 1,000 American consumers (source and source): 75%…
Packaging is the first thing your customer sees when they find your product on a retail shelf or have it delivered to their home. It is incredibly important for your packaging to tell the story you want potential customers to hear in a unique and meaningful way. It is equally…
Your current packaging line equipment is nearing the end of its lifespan, and it’s time to start shopping for replacements. Instead of just trading out your current machines for identical ones, take this time to analyze your production line strengths, weaknesses, and needs. Use that analysis to upgrade your equipment…
Routine preventative maintenance of your packaging equipment is an essential part of any production line’s operating plan. Keep your equipment in the best shape possible by following our top tips for packaging equipment maintenance: Create a Maintenance Schedule All equipment should come with a recommended maintenance schedule as determined by…
