How do food brands choose the right packaging equipment? In this episode, we break down the difference between universal and dedicated equipment and how Econo-Pak’s flexible approach helps brands test, scale, and optimize their packaging.
With over 200 types of packaging equipment, Econo-Pak provides food brands the ability to explore different packaging formats without massive upfront investments. Learn how universal equipment supports market testing and why transitioning to dedicated machinery can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline operations as brands grow.
We also discuss: ✅ Why retailers like Walmart, Costco, and Amazon require different packaging sizes
✅ How packaging flexibility helps brands enter new market segments
✅ A real-world example of a pretzel brand optimizing its packaging for efficiency and market success
📩 Need a co-packing partner with scalable solutions? Contact Econo-Pak today: www.econo-pak.com
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Timestamps
0:00 - 0:10 Introduction & topic overview
0:11 - 0:26 Why equipment matters in co-packing
0:27 - 1:21 Universal vs. dedicated equipment explained
1:22 - 2:45 How Econo-Pak helps brands test packaging formats
2:46 - 3:59 Why retailers like Walmart & Costco require different packaging
4:00 - 4:52 How exclusivity affects packaging choices for big retailers
4:53 - 5:27 Real-world example: Optimizing pretzel packaging
5:28 - 6:30 How Econo-Pak scales brands with flexible solutions
6:31 - 6:36 Closing thoughts
Econo-Pak is your source for contract food packaging and contract food manufacturing services for all dry food products. Our highly-automated facility of 200+ machines and 800+ production workers is set up to help you scale your product into new markets.
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