Why use air-pillow packaging?

Remember when receiving a UPS package and you had to dig past the poly styrene peanut shells to find the package‰Ûªs content? Once the excitement of receiving the package wore off, you had to clean up the mess made from left over dust and the hundreds of peanut shells that were scattered all over the […]

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Why buy packaging materials from a local supplier?

Pyramid Packaging is a value added reseller and supplier of packaging equipment and materials serving Chicagoland, northwest Indiana,southern Wisconsin as well as our national customer base. We provide a complete line of packaging equipment, packaging materials, and packaging service solutions. Buying your packaging supplies form a local distributor like Pyramid Packaging has the following advantages. […]

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ARPAC Stretch Wrapper Machine Demo

Pyramid Packaging is a Chicagoland reseller of the ARPAC‰Ûªs Stretch Wrapper Machine. If you are shipping more than 5 skids per day, a semi-automatic turn table wrapper may be your best option. With the turn table stretch wrapper, pallets are placed on the turn table. The stretch wrap is attached to the pallet and the […]

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Stretch Wrap FAQ

There are many different options for packaging materials, but shrink wrap also known as stretch film is commonly used to wrap larger, heavier items. Below are three common stretch wrap FAQ. 1. What is stretch wrap? Stretch wrap is a polyethylene, flexible packaging material often used to wrap cartons or small boxes that sit on […]

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On Demand Bubble Wrap Demo

This on-demand bubble wrap packaging demonstration video is both educational and humorous. The AirPouch FastWrap System (distributed by Pyramid Packaging) is used to produce on-demand bubble wrap commonly used for order fulfillment. The FastWrap System eliminates the need for those bulky bundles of bubble wrap that require large amounts of storage space and are difficult […]

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Autobag Special Pricing Promotion

Autobag ‰ÛÏName Your Price‰Û Bags Special Name your price on the following Autobag supplies. AutoBag part #1100-1 9‰Û_ x 12.5‰Û_ std duty AutoBag part #1200-1 6‰Û_ x 6‰Û_ light duty AutoBag part #340-1 3‰Û_ x 3‰Û_ extra tuff No reasonable offer will be turned down. Call Pyramid Packaging at 847.272.3400 or click here to make your […]

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Flexible Packaging Supplies

Flexible packaging supplies typically include polyethylene bags, on-demand bubble wrap, shrink wrap, stretch film, skin wrap, and void fill air pillows. Flexible packaging is used to protect products in inventory or during transportation. As the name applies, flexible packaging is a non-rigid material usually made from a plastic polymer. Materials include polyethylene, polypropylene, polyester, and […]

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Kit-Veyor Packaging Machine Demo

The AutoBag Kit-Veyor packaging machine integrates multiple Accu-Count vibrating counters with a conveyor system to automatically count and collate small components into packaged kits. The Kit-Veyor is DeviceNet compatible and works with Autobag bag packaging systems for a significant labor savings in high productivity kit packaging applications. Watch the demo video as the machine counts […]

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Skin Packaging Machine Demo

Skin packaging also known as skin boarding is a common packaging process. During the skin packaging sealing process, packaged items are laid on top of a board and covered with a plastic film. The film is heated and air is vacuumed out leaving a tight seal between the film and its backing. The tight seal […]

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Comparing Semi-Automatic and Manual Stretch Wrapping

Semi automatic and automatic stretch wrapping machines provide several advantages to a manual stretch wrapper. Semi and automatic stretch wrappers will provide a consistent, professional wrap, save in stretch film cost while preventing common workplace injuries associated with manual-hand wrapping. If you are you spending more than $600 per month in hand stretch film or […]

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LOVESHAW Little David Case Erectors and Case Sealers

LOVESHAW-Little David case erecting/forming and case sealing equipment are used to maximize packaging productivity. The equipment is affordable and simple to use. Case forming equipment will erect corrugated boxes at speeds up to 20 cases per minute. Case sealers are a great solution for companies that manually seal corrugated cases. One person using a semi-automatic […]

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Pack Expo 2012 ARPAC ‰ÛÒ AutoBag ‰ÛÒ LoveShaw Exhibits

Pyramid Packaging Inc will be attending the 2012 Pack Expo International Show. Pack Expo is the packaging and processing premier event showcasing the latest packaging machinery and supplies. The show takes place October 28-31 at Chicago‰Ûªs McCormick Place Lakeside, North and South Halls. Many of of the product lines that Pyramid Packaging represents will be […]

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Flexible Packaging Supplies and Equipment

Pyramid Packaging is a stocking distributor of flexible packaging supplies, and equipment. Our flexible packaging supplies include, bags on a roll, void fill, stretch wrap and on-demand bubble wrap. Companies in the pharmaceutical, medical, food, industrial and contract packagers use our flexible materials and machines to maximize their packaging processes and prevent damage to shipped […]

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2012 Internet Retailer Conference and Exhibition ‰ÛÒ Automated Packaging Systems

The 2012 Internet Retailer Conference and Exhibition (IRCE) takes place June 5-8 at Chicago‰Ûªs McCormick Place ‰ÛÒ West Hall. The event is the world‰Ûªs largest display of the E- retailing technology. Automated Packaging Systems (APS) will be among the 575 exhibiting companies at IRCE 2012. Automated Packaging Systems booth #1845 will display a variety of […]

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Stretch Wrapping Equipment

Looking to purchase a stretch wrapper? With stretch wrapping, shipped items are secured on skids, and offer protection from damage, pilferage and moisture. View this presentation and gain a better understanding of the different types of stretch wrapping equipment and how they can reduce your packaging cost or contact Pyramid Packaging Inc at 847.272.3400 for […]

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ARPAC PC-4500 Case Packer Reduces Consumable Cost

The Performance-Series‰ã¢ PC-4500 is a continuous motion wraparound case packer is capable of reaching speeds up to 45 cases/trays per minute. The PC-4500 uses up to 20% less corrugated material than conventional regular slotted case packing systems resulting in significant annual savings by reducing consumable purchases. The PC-4500 works well with: metal cans, paper cans, […]

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How to Stretch Wrap a Skid

Stretch wrapping skids correctly can prevent product damage and eliminate lost items during shipping. These boxes were first secured with stretch wrap. Corner blocks and a stretch roping technique were added for further support. Additional stretch wrap was applied to connect the boxes to the skid thus providing a tight and secured wrap. Pyramid Packaging […]

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Win an iPad3 at Pack Expo 2012

Visit the Automated Packaging Systems (APS) #PackExpo exhibit S-1121 an enter for a chance to win an Apple #iPad3. Pack Expo takes place October 28-31 at Chicago‰Ûªs McCormick Place. Stop by the APS booth located in the South Hall and learn how Automated Packaging machinery and supplies can improve your packaging efficiency. Demo a bagger […]

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