Packaging Automation Will Change Design / Why You Need to Attend PACK EXPO | Ep 145
Packaging Unboxd with Evelio Mattos
English - August 30, 2023 14:46 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBDesign Arts Homepage Download Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Tom Egan, Vice President of Industry Services at PMMI, discusses the impact of automation on the packaging industry. He explains that automation is not about replacing jobs, but rather about increasing efficiency and meeting consumer demands. Tom emphasizes the importance of automation in addressing the labor shortage in manufacturing and highlights the need for a skilled workforce. He also discusses the role of automation in sustainability and reducing waste. Tom encourages designers to consider the practical implications of their designs and to collaborate with the entire supply chain to ensure manufacturability. He highlights the upcoming Pack Expo in Las Vegas as an opportunity for designers to learn about automation and see it in action.
Key Takeaways:
Automation helps meet consumer demands and increase efficiency in the packaging industry.
There is a severe labor shortage in manufacturing, and automation can help address this challenge.
Designers should consider the practical implications of their designs and collaborate with the entire supply chain.
Pack Expo provides an opportunity to learn about automation and see it in action.
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