In today’s competitive business landscape, brands are constantly seeking packaging solutions that not only protect their products, but also positively impact their bottom line. At EnviroPAK, we believe that thinking positive about molded fiber packaging also means recognizing how it can transform your workplace operations to a safer, more efficient environment for your employees. Our custom molded fiber solutions are engineered for good, delivering benefits that extend far beyond product protection.
Reducing carpal tunnel and other repetitive strain injuries.
The repetitive motions required for folding traditional packaging materials such as die-cut corrugate can take a serious toll on workers’ hands, wrists and arms. Carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive strain injuries are unfortunately common in packaging operations where employees perform the same folding motions hundreds or thousands of times per day.
EnviroPAK’s molded fiber solutions are engineered for good, specifically addressing these workplace health concerns. Our packaging is ready for your product the minute it arrives at the packing facility. Simply place your product inside. Done. By eliminating the need for repetitive folding motions, molded fiber packaging significantly reduces the risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome and other musculoskeletal disorders and the associated costs to your company.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 34,000 Americans injure their wrists at work annually, including repetitive use injuries like carpal tunnel, and 38% of those injured missed at least a month of work to recover.
With EnviroPAK molded fiber packaging, workers can maintain more natural hand and wrist positions throughout their shifts, reducing stress on joints and tendons. This positive change in workplace ergonomics not only protects your employees’ health, but also demonstrates your company’s commitment to creating a safe, supportive work environment.
The ergonomic benefits of molded fiber packaging extend beyond just the elimination of folding. The lightweight nature of our sustainable packaging means workers are not straining to lift heavy materials. Plus, the intuitive design allows for natural, comfortable handling throughout the packaging process.
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Lower injury rates = lower insurance rates.
Workplace injuries can directly impact your company’s workers’ compensation insurance rates. When employees suffer from repetitive strain injuries or other packaging-related health issues, these claims can drive up your insurance premiums significantly. By choosing molded fiber packaging to reduce injury risk, you’re making a positive investment in your company’s long-term financial health.
Injuries in the workplace can lead to increased claims, which directly impact a company’s insurance premiums. Every time a claim is filed, it goes on record and becomes part of the business’s claims history. Insurers utilize this data to assess risk profiles.
According to SBN, insurance providers often examine the claims history of a business when determining premium rates; thus, a business that has effectively minimized workplace injuries can attract lower premiums.
Insurance providers recognize the value of proactive safety measures, and companies that demonstrate lower injury rates may qualify for reduced premiums. The cost-efficient nature of molded fiber packaging becomes even more apparent when you factor in these insurance savings. Over time, the reduction in workers’ compensation claims and associated lower insurance costs can represent substantial savings that positively affect your bottom line.
Another positive to “no folding required” packaging: It streamlines your assembly process.
One of the most significant advantages of molded fiber custom packaging from EnviroPAK is the ready-to-use design that eliminates the need for folding. Traditional die-cut corrugate (cardboard) packaging requires workers to manipulate, fold and assemble multiple pieces. Molded fiber packaging arrives at your facility as a complete, three-dimensional solution. This fundamental difference creates a positive ripple effect throughout your operations.
When your packaging requires no folding, your assembly line moves faster and more efficiently. Workers can immediately focus on product placement rather than spending valuable time constructing/folding packaging components. This streamlined approach reduces bottlenecks in your production process. It also allows for consistent, predictable throughput.
The time-saving benefits translate directly into cost savings. Now your team can process more orders in less time while maintaining the high-quality standards your customers expect from your brand.
What can EnviroPAK molded fiber save you?
Cost savings per packaging can be calculated at $0.03 per score line or $0.30 – $0.50 total. If your current packaging has between 16–22 folds/scores, that equals $0.48 – $0.66 in saved labor cost per packaging.
Think positive about your future.
Since 1995, we’ve been helping companies write their success stories through innovative molded fiber packaging. Our custom solutions are created from 100% recycled paper, making this solution an environmentally friendly choice since the material is both biodegradable and compostable.
The value of green packaging supports your sustainability goals, delivers operational advantages and aligns your brand with eco-conscious consumers. And EnviroPAK molded fiber packaging requires no folding, so it reduces the risk of employees injury from carpal tunnel syndrome. That’s a real positive when you think about EnviroPAK.
Contact EnviroPAK® to learn how Made in the USA molded fiber packaging eliminates the folding process to reduce the risks of carpal tunnel syndrome and the associated financial burden on your bottom line. Molded fiber packaging also delivers operational efficiency and it’s a sustainable, biodegradable and compostable solution to protect your products and brand image with eco-conscious consumers.
