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We provide complete food and beverage packaging automation, from precise weighing and filling to case packing and palletizing. Our integrated systems deliver high throughput, reliable uptime, and easy changeovers for seamless end-to-end production.
We deliver complete bakery packaging automation, from flow wrapping, bagging, and product filling to case packing and palletizing. Our fully integrated systems ensure sanitary handling, high throughput, and smooth changeovers for seamless end-to-end bakery production.
We specialize in packaging automation for powders and granular products, delivering accurate weighing, dosing, and bagging from single-serve to bulk formats. Our integrated systems maintain freshness and ensure efficient, reliable end-to-end production.
We deliver complete frozen-product packaging automation designed to preserve cold temperatures and maintain product integrity. Our washdown-ready, sanitary systems are built for icy environments, ensuring reliable performance and seamless production from weighing and filling to end-of-line automation.
We provide flexible packaging automation for snack and confectionery products, designed to handle diverse shapes, sizes, and textures with ease. Our scalable, high-speed systems deliver efficient throughput in compact footprints, ensuring seamless production from primary packaging to end-of-line automation.
We provide sanitary, versatile packaging automation for pet food and pet care products, designed to handle unique shapes and applications. Our scalable systems support varied speeds and seamless production from primary packaging to end-of-line automation.
We deliver reliable packaging automation for household and cleaning products, engineered to safely handle liquids, powders, and chemical formulations. Our durable, high-quality systems ensure consistent performance and secure packaging from primary fill to end-of-line automation.
We provide packaging automation for personal care products, built to manage unique formulas and formats with precision. Our systems ensure rigorous packaging quality control and offer flexible machine speeds to support everything from small-batch runs to high-volume production.
We deliver precision packaging automation for health and medical products, engineered for safe, hygienic, and contamination-free handling. Our systems ensure accurate, secure packaging and meet the highest sanitation standards for trusted end-to-end production.
No matter the product, our versatile packaging systems are engineered to adapt and perform. You’re the experts in what you make — we’re the experts in packaging it. Together, we build long-term partnerships and reliable solutions that scale with your business and stand the test of time.
April 20, 2026
At PLAN IT Packaging, we believe preventative maintenance should be more than a routine service call. It should be a strategic investment in the performance, longevity, and reliability of your equipment.
That is why our Comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Plans are not built around a generic checklist. They are designed around your specific machinery, your operating environment, your product applications, and your team’s needs. Every visit is structured to make the best possible use of your time, helping you reduce downtime, improve performance, and keep your production moving with confidence.
Whether you are running snack foods, bakery, produce, coffee, frozen products, confectionery, or other packaged goods, our service team works with you to deliver maintenance support that is practical, productive, and tailored to your operation.
A traditional PM program often focuses on the basics and stops there. At PLAN IT Packaging, we take a more comprehensive approach.
Our preventative maintenance plans can include a combination of services such as:
This means your PM visit is not just about checking components. It is about identifying opportunities to improve reliability, strengthen operator confidence, and prevent avoidable issues before they impact production.
No two facilities operate the same way. No two machines are used the same way. And no two production teams need the exact same type of support.
Some customers may need a detailed inspection focused on wear items, lubrication, and electrical systems. Others may benefit more from ongoing operator training, process review, or support organizing manuals and technical documentation so their teams can work more effectively between service visits.
Our PM plans are designed to meet your operation where it is today while helping prepare it for where it needs to go tomorrow.
That means we focus on what is most valuable for your business, including:
The result is a maintenance plan that works harder for you because it is built specifically for your operation.
Scheduled downtime is valuable.Our goal is to help you use it wisely.
When your team sets aside time for preventative maintenance, we make sure that time is used in the most effective way possible. Instead of applying the same formula to every customer, we prioritize the work that will have the greatest impact on your line’s performance and your team’s success.
That could mean:
It is a smarter, more useful approach to preventative maintenance—one designed to protect uptime and support long-term equipment health.
When packaging systems are properly maintained, businesses benefit from more than just fewer breakdowns.
A strong preventative maintenance program can help:
Simply put, a well-executed PM plan helps your equipment perform the way it was designed to perform—consistently, efficiently, and with fewer surprises.
Our preventative maintenance plans are designed to support your operation beyond the service visit itself.
That is why we also look for ways to provide additional value through:
Because the best maintenance programs do not just react to equipment issues. They help your team stay ahead of them.
At PLAN IT Packaging, service should be useful, not generic.
Our preventative maintenance plans are built to deliver real value where your business needs it most.
Whether your operation needs inspection support, training, documentation review, machine health checks, or all of the above, our team is here to help you protect your investment and keep your packaging systems running at their best.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Plans and how we can tailor a program to your equipment and operation call 1-866-339-3407.
April 1, 2026
Choosing the Right VFFS Solution for Fresh Produce: What to Ask Your Manufacturer
Packaging fresh produce and produce-adjacent products requires more than just a standard bagging machine. Moisture, sanitation, product variability, and production demands all play a role in determining what system will truly perform long-term. Asking the right questions early in the process helps ensure you invest in a vertical form fill and seal (VFFS) solution that protects your product, supports your environment, and grows with your operation.
One of the first things to clarify is whether the machine is truly built for washdown conditions. Fresh produce environments often involve frequent cleaning, moisture, and debris. Stainless steel construction, sealed components, and hygienic design features are critical for maintaining sanitation and extending equipment life. A system designed for clean operation will make daily maintenance easier while supporting food safety standards.
It’s also important to understand what level of automation fits your current needs and future goals. Some operations benefit from compact, all-in-one entry systems that integrate filling and bagging in a smaller footprint. Others require higher-speed, continuous motion platforms to keep up with larger production volumes. A flexible platform that can scale over time helps avoid the need to replace equipment as your business grows.
Product handling should be another key discussion point. Fresh produce varies in size, shape, density, and moisture content, which directly affects how it should be filled and sealed. Ask what filling systems are best suited for your application, whether that’s a multihead weigher, auger, or cup filler, and how the equipment will maintain accuracy without damaging the product.
Sealing performance is equally important, especially in moist environments. Consistent temperature control, stable film tracking, and proper jaw pressure all contribute to strong, reliable seals that protect freshness and presentation. A system designed to perform under these conditions can help reduce waste and improve package quality.
Changeover flexibility also matters for operations running multiple SKUs, seasonal items, or private label products. Features like recipe storage, operator-friendly controls, and toolless forming tube changes can significantly reduce downtime and improve efficiency between runs.
Finally, consider how the VFFS system will integrate with the rest of your line. Most operations rely on a combination of weighers, conveyors, platforms, and inspection equipment. A strong manufacturer will look at the full process and help ensure each component works together smoothly.
The right packaging solution should be built around your product and your environment, not the other way around. From entry-level systems to fully customized, washdown-ready high-speed platforms, today’s VFFS technology offers a wide range of configurations. By asking the right questions, fresh produce packers can invest in a system that supports sanitation, maintains product quality, and scales confidently with production.
March 9, 2026
When it comes to powder and granular products, precision matters from every stick pack to every gram inside it.
At PLAN IT Packaging, our Stick Pack Machines combined with the EliteFill Auger Filling System deliver a powerful solution for packaging powders and granules with accuracy, efficiency, and versatility. Whether you’re running seasonings, drink mixes, protein powders, spice blends, powdered supplements, or granular food ingredients, this pairing is engineered to meet your production goals while maintaining product integrity.
Stick packs offer convenience, portion control, and premium shelf appeal, but they require precise filling technology. Small errors in powder delivery can lead to underfills, overfills, and inconsistent products that impact customer trust and brand reputation. That’s where the combination of stick packaging and EliteFill shines.
The EliteFill Auger Filler is designed specifically for powder and granular products. Its advanced auger design ensures controlled, repeatable dosing that minimizes giveaway and maximizes accuracy, even with difficult or variable product flows. With robust construction and sanitary design, EliteFill supports everything from fine powders to coarser granules.
Our stick pack machines are ideal for single-serve portioned packaging, delivering consistent fills, clean seals, and great presentation for retail, foodservice, e-commerce, and on-the-go markets. When integrated with EliteFill, stick pack lines can handle a broad range of products with quick changeovers and minimal downtime.
This combination supports scale without compromise:1. Accurate fills and reduced giveaway2. Consistent pack quality3. Flexibility across products and stick sizes4. Efficient operation with quick product changeover
From formulation to final pack, powder and granule packaging shouldn’t rely on guesswork. It requires engineered systems that deliver precision, consistency, and control. Portion accuracy starts here.
February 11, 2026
Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish, a Canadian smoked fish producer supplying major grocery chains, faced significant operational challenges as demand for its products grew. Prior to automation, the company relied on a largely manual packaging process that required a large workforce making it difficult to scale output. Compounding this, the facility experienced persistent labor shortages, especially on the plant floor, and struggled to recruit workers despite high unemployment rates. As demand increased, Hardy Buoys was forced to reduce some orders, limiting its ability to expand customer relationships and meet market needs.
To address these hurdles, Hardy Buoys partnered with PLAN IT Packaging Systems to introduce automation into its packaging line. The core of the solution was an automated bagging line featuring:
By selecting a system capable of handling far more volume than existing production able to support up to 10,000 packages per day, Hardy Buoys positioned itself for both current and future growth.
The implementation involved installation of the RotoBagger line and training for plant operators. Although the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the initial setup by a few weeks, the line was successfully integrated into operations with support from Plan It Packaging’s technicians. Operators received two phases of training primary equipment familiarization and formal set-up procedures, enabling them to quickly operate and maintain the new system. Minor challenges such as incorrect bag sizing were resolved with Plan It’s responsive service and adjustments.
The transition to automated packaging delivered measurable benefits:
August 13, 2025
How The Carnivore Bar tripled its output and eliminated costly downtime with PLAN IT Packaging and FORT Capital
The Carnivore Bar, a company that makes shelf-stable, all-meat nutrition bars for outdoor adventurers and zero-carb purists, faced a packaging dilemma. The product needed airtight, high-integrity sealing—but the company’s initial equipment ultimately fell short of Carnivore’s high standards. After investing in a low-cost, imported flow wrapper, the team found themselves constantly troubleshooting breakdowns, wasting product, and manually sealing every bar by hand. “It was fine for launching, but it capped us. We couldn’t grow with it,” shared Carnivore founder Phillip Meese.
After two years of production delays, equipment band-aids, and escalating waste, Phillip knew it was time to scale—properly. “We needed a real machine. A professional-grade solution that would work every single day,” he said.But premium packaging machinery comes with a premium price tag, and Carnivore wasn’t ready for the cash flow hit. That’s when Phillip met the PLAN IT Packaging team—and through them, discovered FORT.
PLAN IT Packaging recommended a top-tier horizontal flow wrapper built for consistent performance and rugged durability. And FORT Capital stepped in to make it all attainable.Rather than applying for traditional financing and enduring a drawn-out process with unclear outcomes, FORT pre-approved Carnivore Bar quickly, structured flexible payments, and got the deal done without red tape.“FORT felt more like a partner than a lender,” said Phillip. “They understood our cash flow, our business stage, and they made it incredibly easy to say yes.”
With professional-grade packaging in place and financing that fit the business, The Carnivore Bar flipped the script. Production scaled, and wasted product vanished. Freed from the constant distractions of faulty machinery, Phillip’s team finally had the focus to drive real growth.
“Our old setup capped our growth. PLAN IT and FORT uncapped it,” Phillip said. “Now we can say yes to big orders, knowing we can deliver.”
About Carnivore Bar Carnivore Bar is on a mission to provide clean, shelf-stable nutrition for people who need it most—soldiers, adventurers, and everyday carnivores seeking real food without compromise. Designed for extreme durability and nutrient density, each bar is made with only meat, fat, and salt—no preservatives, no fillers. In a world where emergency rations often mean processed junk, Carnivore Bar exists to offer a better option: food that’s portable, unprocessed, and built to sustain. Learn more at carnivorebar.com.
January 23, 2025
Mom’s Best Cookies, like many cookie processors, struggled with handling damage during the packaging process. This issue not only affected the appearance and integrity of their products but also led to increased waste and operational costs. To maintain their commitment to delivering high-quality cookies to their customers, it was crucial for Mom’s Best to find a solution that would minimize damage while streamlining their packaging operations.
PLAN IT Packaging stepped in to address these challenges with their state-of-the-art ELITEWEIGH™ weigher and ROTOBAGGER™ bagging system. The solution included:
Advanced Weighing Technology: The ELITEWEIGH™ weigher offered precise, high-speed weighing that ensured consistent product weight, reducing the likelihood of over or under-filled packages.
Gentle Handling Mechanisms: To minimize damage, the ROTOBAGGER™ bagging system featured gentle handling mechanisms that carefully transported cookies from the production line to the packaging stage.
Automated Bagging: The ROTOBAGGER™ system streamlined the process, significantly reducing the need for manual handling and the associated risks of product damage.
“We’ve slashed labour costs with this turnkey scales/bagging line”
Robert Cappola, President of Mom’s Best Gourmet Foods
The implementation process was smooth and efficient. PLAN IT Packaging worked closely with the team at Mom’s Best Cookies to customize the solution to their specific needs. This collaborative approach ensured that the new system seamlessly integrated with their existing production line, minimizing downtime and disruption.
The results of deploying the new scales and bagging line were impressive:
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