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The 3 Most Popular Product Packaging Techniques
The 3 Most Popular Product Packaging Techniques
Industrials must be very familiar with the term ‘packaging method’, especially those who work in the machine manufacturer or a factory. As it turns out, there are various types of packaging method that are being utilised. In Indonesia alone, we can easily find numerous types of packaging while shopping.
The packaging of seafood products and dry snacks are certainly different. Another example, such as milk and candy, is also very different. In packaging, the goods have a big impact. Thus, not only in terms of their aesthetics and safety, but also how the packaging will affect its environment also needs to be considered by the manufacturers. To understand what packaging methods are, let’s look at the following explanation.
Vacuum Bag Packaging
We often find this packaging method in supermarkets, especially in fresh food sections, e.g., vegetables and fruits. Additionally, we also find them in frozen food section. This specific method is useful to maintain the durability of the food. The vacuum packaging method will eliminate the air to prevent bacteria and fungi from growing and spoiling the food, as well as diminishing the food’s nutritional composition.
Aluminium Foil Packaging
Packaging with this method has also recently become popular, especially since numerous MSMEs have emerged with a variety of products (e.g., fruit chips, meatballs, and coffee). Many of said products use aluminium foil packaging to prevent the entry of air and bacteria into the products, thus the products will last longer and not smell. This specific type of packaging method also makes it difficult for sunlight to penetrate. Therefore, water vapor rarely appears and reducing the possibility of bacterial contamination.
Metal Cans Packaging
This packaging method is widely used for meat and fruit products. Although it has been around for a long time, it is still popular nowadays. Metal can package is undoubtedly able to maintain product quality, leak-proof and durable.
Products, such as nuts, wet fruit, sardines, and ham, are preserved sing this packaging method. Apart from meat, many companies use this packaging technique to pack liquid products, e.g., milk and soft drinks.
