The pet food industry has seen an incredible transformation, soaring from a valuation of USD 110.53 billion in 2021 to a projected USD 163.70 billion by 2029, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.11% during the forecast period. This remarkable growth is fueled by rising pet ownership and a cultural shift towards considering pets as integral family members. As a result, pet owners invest significantly in premium pet food products, propelling a thriving market encompassing nutrition, grooming, and training.
The digital era has revolutionized the way pet food is purchased, with online platforms offering subscription models for convenient delivery, rather than running to the local pet store last-minute and lugging home an over-sized bag.
However, this thriving industry faces significant challenges for retailers and 3pL.
Most online pet food orders will be heavy — a bulky bag of dry food or a case of canned food that require to move heavy merchandise.
Yet, this shift brings new complexities. Fulfilling orders for weighty and large bags of kibble or bulky cases of canned food requires careful attention to prevent damage during transit. Even a minor packaging breach can render an entire product unsellable, affecting profits and disappointing consumers.
Additionally, as production volumes increase, the industry faces a pressing concern regarding its environmental footprint. The expansion in operations inevitably leads to increased waste generation, and greater carbon emissions.
To address these concerns, the industry must shift towards sustainable practices and explore eco-friendly packaging solutions.
In response to these challenges, CMC has introduced an innovative solution: an enhanced CMC CartonWrap XL right-sized packaging machine with Heavy-Load Advancement that enables the secure packaging of bulk pet food SKUs weighing up to 25 kg.
This new advancement, for bulk pet food benefits both manufacturers and consumers by reducing costs, minimizing environmental impact, improving convenience and freshness, and enhancing brand perception.
CMC CartonWrap XL Heavy Load can pack items in ready to ship right-sIzed boxes from ranging 250 x 160 x 35 mm to 800 x 600 x 215 mm.
Every item is securely packed with no void fill, thus reducing waste and shipping volumes at a speed as high as 900 boxes/hour.
This cutting edge technology not only reduces packaging costs but also promotes environmental sustainability, convenience, freshness, and brand elevation for both manufacturers and consumers alike.
The evolution of the pet food industry goes beyond meeting consumer demands. it involves embracing responsible practices that align commerce with environmental awareness.
By embracing innovation and prioritizing sustainability, the future of the pet food market will undoubtedly be shaped in profound ways.
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SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Sustainable Packaging
At CMC, we go beyond just the right-sized packaging. We have embraced sustainability as a core value, recognizing our responsibility to the environment. We are committed to partnering with pet food distributors to reduce waste, optimize resources, and minimize our carbon footprint.
By choosing CMC as your packaging partner, you are investing in:
Tailored Packaging Solutions
We offer a range of packaging options, custom-designed to fit the dimensions of your pet food product perfectly. With our expertise, your order will be snugly protected during every step of their journey, eliminating the risk of damage.
Sustainable Materials:
CMC is dedicated to a mono material approach utilizing eco-friendly materials. We prioritize recycled and recyclable packaging components, reducing the demand for new resources and minimizing waste.
Streamlined Order Processing
Optimize order processing workflows to reduce manual errors and processing times. Our machines integrates seamlessly with your WMS, allowing for quicker and more accurate order fulfillment.
Brand Enhancement
Packaging is an opportunity to make a lasting impression. With CMC's customizable solutions and Packvertizing dynamic full color printing technology, you can elevate your brand image, creating an unboxing experience that delights customers while reflecting your commitment to sustainability.
Customer Satisfaction
Happy customers are loyal customers. By protecting your pet food product with precision and care, CMC ensures that every recipient receives their purchase in pristine condition. This attention to detail fosters trust and loyalty, enhancing your reputation in the industry.
OPERATIONAL BENEFITS
Custom-sized packaging
Say goodbye to wasted space and unnecessary costs with packaging designed precisely for your products, reducing shipping and storage expenses.
Protective packaging
Keep your heavy pet food product safe during transit, with tight and robust packaging, that prevents damage and returns.
Fully automated packaging systems
Maximize your efficiency and reduce labor costs with our state-of-the-art automated packaging solutions. From carton erecting to sealing and labeling, our system can handle it all.
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Integrate right-sized packaging technology in your fulfilment process.
Why is right-sized packaging vital?
Well, imagine this: a pet food shipped in a box that's too large results in excess space, leading to increased movement during transit. This movement can cause damage, resulting in unhappy customers and increased returns. Using packaging that is too large also increases shipping costs due to dimensional weight charges.
On the other hand, using packaging that's too small risks compromising the product integrity, leading to dissatisfaction and potential reputation damage. Finding the perfect fit is crucial for both customer satisfaction and cost-effectiveness. But it does not end there.
At CMC, we go beyond just the right-sized packaging. We have embraced sustainability as a core value, recognizing our responsibility to the environment. We are committed to partnering with pet food distributors to reduce waste, optimize resources, and minimize our carbon footprint.
FAQ
Which are the benefits of 3D technology compared to the 1D packaging process?
CMC 3D technology maximizes the reduction of order volume, eliminates void filler materials, and improves warehouse activities and efficiency.
Is there a possibility to print digital documents in line and pack them automatically together with the product?
All solutions can both be equipped with an invoice printing module. Digital documents such as flyers, invoices, and gift cards can be printed and automatically inserted together with the product in line before the wrapping section.
Is there a way to further reinforce a box if it very heavy?
CMC Cartonwrap HL creates a particular box shape with outside bumpers that give more protection to the products inside. The machine can also be equipped with a strapping machine after the box closing section. The strap is applied based on box weight or height, to avoid the opening of the box and damages during shipping.
How to customize the box with variable printing?
CMC machines can be equipped with a full color printing module that allows the printing of the box in line. The system can print variable size pictures or messages automatically, adapting the image dimension to the box.
