PLAN IT Packaging provides automated packaging equipment for baked goods such as bread, buns, cookies, crackers, pastries, muffins, and other bakery products. Solutions can include flow wrappers for individually wrapped products, VFFS packaging machines for bagged goods, multihead weighers for cookies and snack-style products, inspection systems, case packing, and palletizing. Equipment is selected around the product, package format, production speed, and handling requirements to help manufacturers build a consistent and efficient bakery packaging process.

Yes. PLAN IT Packaging can integrate multiple stages of bakery packaging into a coordinated automated system. Depending on the application, a line may include weighing or feeding, VFFS packaging, flow wrapping, inspection, case forming and sealing, robotic case packing, and palletizing. Integrating these processes can reduce manual handling between production stages and create a more consistent workflow. PLAN IT considers product characteristics, package format, throughput, changeovers, floor space, and future production requirements when developing an integrated packaging solution.

Bakery products can be delicate, irregularly shaped, sticky, or prone to crumbling or compression during handling. Manufacturers may also need to manage multiple SKUs, package formats, and frequent changeovers while maintaining production speeds. PLAN IT takes an application-specific approach to bakery packaging automation, evaluating the product and packaging requirements before recommending equipment. This helps manufacturers select packaging machinery suited to product handling, weighing, wrapping, changeovers, production speed, and available space rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all solution. Read more about how we supported our Canadian customer's Mom's Best Gourmet reduced costs and improve operations here.

Reliable packaging equipment is important for bakeries operating on demanding production schedules, where unexpected downtime can affect product availability and order fulfillment. PLAN IT Packaging provides technical support, preventative maintenance, and spare parts to help manufacturers maintain their automated packaging equipment. Preventative maintenance can help identify potential service requirements before they become larger production issues, while access to critical replacement parts can help reduce repair delays. PLAN IT provides North American support to help manufacturers maintain equipment reliability throughout the life of their packaging systems. Learn more here.