Overview of the Packaging Industry

Packaging, since old times has only meantcommunicate a brand image and help increase
containment of goods in a location. But withbrand equity. So they help communicate with the
changing times packaging has acquired whole newcustomer and help them make an informed
dimensions. Today its not only about containmentbusiness decision. packaging is also used for track
but green packaging and micro packing whereand trace purposes.
multiple products can be packaged in with5) Packaging Boxes helps arranging smaller units
minimum transfer of color or odor. So packaginginto bigger ones which require less physical
has acquired a status of science and technology.handling, saving time and cost.
With multiple product ranges fighting for shelve6) Modern day packaging also helps in loss
spaces in superstores packaging today alsoprevention. Packages sometimes include
covers design, labeling and printing of variousverification seal, that help indicate whether the
packaging boxespackages are fake or not. Packages also comprise
Objectives of packaging and labels on packagingof anti-theft devices that get activated or
1) Packing nowadays is not only about securitydetected by devices at exit points and require
and protection of goods but as stated above alsospecific tools to disable. Simply put,
about marketing, sales and advertising7) In medicine and fertilizer industry packaging
2) Packing protects against shock, vibration,helps in precision dosage where an precise
compression, temperature etcquantity to be used is packed in a single serving.
3) Packaging helps keep content fresh and helps8) Handiness - Packing boxes encompasses a
increase shelf life as it acts as an barrier againstfeature that adds to convenience in distribution,
vapor oxygen and dust.handling, stacking, display, sale, opening, reclosing,
4) Packaging and Labels are designed touse, dispensing and reuse.