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~ Ranpak ~
International

tamper-evident box that’s easy to open and return.” Ranpak offers both online and on-site support for problem-
solving. Machines are equipped with cameras that can show Shipping
Choosing the right machine precisely where a process is stuck. Much production data can be
Which combination of machines works best is always based measured remotely, allowing many issues to be resolved without a
on the individual application, with a solution custom- technician. Paul said that where this is not possible, a technician
designed to fit specific box requirements. Spronken provided is always nearby to address problems promptly. “What matters made easy
an illustration: “Our Cut’it!™ EVO machine can be is getting things resolved fast, and we’re also actively working on
combined with Form’it!™, an automatic box erector. We can making this more data accessible to customers in the future so that
also optionally supplement this with a cushioning machine they can remotely monitor their own machines too.”
that protects delicate products with layers of crumpled
paper. Other automatic packaging machines, such as Seeing technology in action
Flap’it!™ — widely used for letterbox packages — can also Paul said that revealing new possibilities to customers lies at the
be added to the packaging setup in order to pack books and heart of Ranpak’s success: “You need to see technology in action to
small electronics in an optimal way.” really understand what it can achieve, and we are very focused on
taking ideas to our customers. As part of that, we’ve just opened
Machines offer features such as a small footprint, a brand-new customer Experience Center in Eygelshoven, the
touchscreen operation, and integrated cameras, along with Netherlands, where automation can be seen firsthand at its most
remote support. The overall offering continues to expand as effective. Existing and potential customers can arrange a visit to
Ranpak continuously innovates to simplify the packaging see live demonstrations.”
process. Precube’it!™ software is one recent example,
allowing users to determine the ideal box size based on their Ranpak’s work spans many different countries, and visitors to
order history. the new centre come from across the whole of Europe. Current
Ranpak customers include OMODA and BaxMusic, all using
The new normal Ranpak technology to enhance their logistics processes, achieve
“Staffing is an ever-present challenge,” said Paul. “Finding substantial labour cost savings, and make the transportation of
enough people is going to remain a problem for the foreseeable their goods more sustainable.
future, especially at peak periods, and we’ve observed that some
of our customers sometimes have up to fifteen fewer people on a Paul: “Our aim is always to start from square one, supporting the
production line after implementing a Ranpak automation process. whole journey to automation from initial interest onwards. That
We are very aware that this all depends on reliable uptime, and so includes advisory services, all necessary machines, and associated
we keep machines running smoothly by providing both a rapid service contracts. If there’s a packaging line somewhere, we’ll have
response to issues and also high-quality service and maintenance.” something useful to contribute to it.” ••

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