ABOUT THE COURSE
This course focuses on how machinery is used in the packaging industry to produce high volumes of quality packages. These individual machines can be connected to create a packaging line. You will learn: how to be realistic in selecting a co-packer, how the structural design of a package influences the efficiency of the line, and how you can optimize your package design and machinery to produce the most proficient packaging line.
COURSE CURRICULUM
Introduction
- Introduction to Machinery
- Industry Overview
- Evolution of Technology
- Glossary
Machinery 101
- Why You Need to Know the Fundamentals
- Levels of Packaging
- Levels of Automation
- Layout and Orientation
- Speed
- Knowledge Check: Machinery 101
The Packaging Production Line
- Introduction to the Packaging Production Line
- Line Loading and Unloading
- Container Cleaning
- Liquid Product Filling
- Solid Product Filling
- Flexible Packaging
- Form-Fill-Sealing
- Capping and Closing
- Labeling
- Coding and Inline Printing
- Inspecting
- Cartoning and Case Packaging
- Conveyors
- Thermoforming
- Knowledge Check: The Packaging Production Line
Increasing Production Efficiency
- Maximixe Throughput, Achieve Good Line Ergonomics and Meet Your Timeline
- Changeovers
- Creating a More Flexible Packaging Line
- Package Design and Machinability
- Knowledge Check: Increasing Population Efficiency
Conclusion
- Machinery Wrap Up
- Final Exam
- Survey
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
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The evolution of machinery and where the industry stands today.
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How to identify the levels of packaging and their effect on packaging machinery layout.
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An overview of the complete packaging line and the multiple components from line loading and unloading to inspecting and case packaging.
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How to evaluate a packaging line for maximum production output and efficiency.
WHAT YOU’LL GET for $399
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