To reduce such waste, a major multinational pet foods company has contracted Lansmont's Technical Center in Lansing, Michigan to help customize their package performance tests. Package designs are then based on realistic performance benchmarks.
Packaging is reduced without risk of damaged product showing up at the retailer.
The packages addressed in this project included bags, thermoformed tubs and steel cans. The large volumes shipped by this manufacturer translate into millions of dollars saved for even minute packaging reductions. Integrity, however, must meet the same criteria as food packaged for human consumption. All shipping modes, vehicle types and routes were evaluated. This was based on shipping volumes and historical damage rates.