--- title: Packaging Technology Blog description: All about packaging systems & coding equipment — get how-to's, lessons learned, pro tips & technical advice to help keep your production line working efficiently. --- [![paktec](https://blog.pak-tec.com/hubfs/logo.png)](https://www.pak-tec.com/) - [Contact](https://www.pak-tec.com/about-us/contact/) - [About Us](https://www.pak-tec.com/about-us/) - [Newsroom](https://www.pak-tec.com/about-us/newsroom/) [![paktec](https://blog.pak-tec.com/hubfs/logo.png)](https://www.pak-tec.com/) - MARKING & CODING SYSTEMS - [Continuous Inkjet (CIJ)](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/inkjet-marking-equipment-and-coding-systems/continuous-inkjet-cij/) - [Laser Marking (CO2 & Fiber)](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/inkjet-marking-equipment-and-coding-systems/laser-marking-systems/) - [Case Coding (High Resolution)](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/inkjet-marking-equipment-and-coding-systems/case-coding-high-resolution/) - [Thermal Inkjet (TIJ)](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/inkjet-marking-equipment-and-coding-systems/thermal-inkjet-tij/) - [Thermal Transfer Overprinter (TTO)](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/marking-and-coding-systems/tto-flexpackpro/) - [Labeling Systems](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/labeling-systems/) - [Shrink Sleeve Applicators](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/labeling-systems/shrink-sleeve-systems/) - PACKAGING SYSTEMS - [Adhesive Applicators & Systems](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/adhesive-products/) - [Case Tapers and Case Erectors](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/end-of-line-packaging-systems/case-tapers-and-case-erectors/) - [Conveyors and Accumulation Tables](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/end-of-line-packaging-systems/conveyors-and-accumulation-tables/) - [Labeling Systems](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/labeling-systems/) - [Shrink Sleeve Systems](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/labeling-systems/shrink-sleeve-systems/) - [Shrink Bundlers & Heat Tunnels](https://www.pak-tec.com/home/shrink-bundling-systems/) - [Stretch Wrappers](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/end-of-line-packaging-systems/stretchwrappers/) - [Palletizers](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/end-of-line-packaging-systems/palletizers/) - ADHESIVE & MATERIALS - [Adhesives](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/adhesive-products/hot-melt-and-liquid-glue/) - [Disinfectants & Hand Sanitizers](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/disinfectants-hand-sanitizers/) - [Stretch Film](https://www.pak-tec.com/all-equipment/end-of-line-packaging-systems/stretch-film/) # TEC Talks #### All about packaging systems & coding equipment — get how-to's, lessons learned, pro tips & technical advice to help keep your production line working efficiently. [Case Coding](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/case-coding) ## [GS1 Sunrise 2027: The Shift to 2D Barcodes & the Impact on Case Coding](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/sunrise-2027-2d-barcode-case-coding) What is the GS1 Sunrise 2027 Initiative? In an era defined by digital transformation and an... 7 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/sunrise-2027-2d-barcode-case-coding) ## [6 Reasons to Buy Hotmelt Adhesive from a Distributor](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/6-reasons-to-buy-hotmelt-adhesive-from-a-distributor) Industrial packaging adhesive is a key material to ensure efficient packaging operations, secure... 2 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/6-reasons-to-buy-hotmelt-adhesive-from-a-distributor) [Marking & Coding](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/marking-coding), [continuous inkjet printer](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/continuous-inkjet-printer) ## [External Factors Impacting your CIJ Printer](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/external-factors-impacting-continuous-inkjet-cij-printer-performance) Are you having a hard time keeping your Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printers online and printing... 6 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/external-factors-impacting-continuous-inkjet-cij-printer-performance) [Marking & Coding](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/marking-coding), [Laser Marking](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/laser-marking) ## [Laser Marking: Fiber Laser vs CO2 Laser](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/laser-marking-fiber-laser-vs-co2-laser) Laser coding technology is a popular non-contact option for permanent, high-quality coding. Laser... 2 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/laser-marking-fiber-laser-vs-co2-laser) [Marking & Coding](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/marking-coding), [Markoprint](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/markoprint), [Thermal Inkjet](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/thermal-inkjet), [continuous inkjet printer](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/continuous-inkjet-printer) ## [Marking and Coding for PVC Pipe and Other Extruded Plastic Products](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/marking-and-coding-for-pvc-pipe-and-extruded-plastics) Pak-Tec offers industrial coders and printers for a wide range of product identification... 3 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/marking-and-coding-for-pvc-pipe-and-extruded-plastics) [Labeling](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/labeling), [Shrink Sleeve](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/shrink-sleeve) ## [Advantages of Shrink Sleeve Labels](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/advantages-of-shrink-sleeve-labels) Shrink sleeve labels are commonly used as a alternative to traditional PSA labeling and are... 2 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/advantages-of-shrink-sleeve-labels) [End-of-Line Packaging](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/end-of-line-packaging), [Shrink Bundling](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/shrink-bundling), [Shrink Wrapper](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/shrink-wrapper) ## [The Difference Between Shrink Bundling and Shrink Wrapping](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/the-difference-between-shrink-bundling-and-shrink-wrapping) Shrink bundling and shrink-wrapping sound similar, but there are key differences between the two.... 2 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/the-difference-between-shrink-bundling-and-shrink-wrapping) [End-of-Line Packaging](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/end-of-line-packaging), [Stretch Wrappers](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/stretch-wrappers), [Palletizers](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/palletizers) ## [The Different Types of Palletizers](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/the-different-types-of-palletizers) Productivity and efficiency are the main goals most warehouses, manufacturing plants, and other... 3 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/the-different-types-of-palletizers) [End-of-Line Packaging](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/end-of-line-packaging), [Stretch Wrappers](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/stretch-wrappers), [Stretch Film](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/stretch-film) ## [What are the Advantages of a Portable Stretch Wrapper Robot?](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/advantages-of-a-portable-stretch-wrapper-robot) We offer a wide-range of stretch wrapping systems but the Robot S6 turns the most heads. This... 3 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/advantages-of-a-portable-stretch-wrapper-robot) [Blog](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/blog), [Marking & Coding](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/marking-coding), [Case Coding](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/case-coding), [Distribution Cartons](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/distribution-cartons), [Labeling](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/tag/labeling) ## [Ensuring a Smooth Production Line from Case Sealer to Case Coder](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/ensuring-a-smooth-production-line-from-case-sealer-to-case-coder) Across industries, companies have experienced an increase in SKUs, shorter shelf lives for their... 7 Minute Read [Read More](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/ensuring-a-smooth-production-line-from-case-sealer-to-case-coder) Prev [1](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/page/1) [2](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/page/2) [Next](https://blog.pak-tec.com/blog/page/2) ### Recent Headlines ## Testimonials *“This is a great company to work with. 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