For some people, beer is an integral part of their everyday lives. Real beer connoisseurs know the process behind making beer: mashing, lautering, boiling, fermenting, conditioning, and filtering. The eventual process involves the filling process. Beers are heated and cooled to varying extents, depending on the individual ale. For the majority of the production, these conditions are carefully controlled by the equipment that is used. However, it is the final process of filling, where unforeseen issues can arise.

One particular brewery found trouble when the still-warm bottles were placed into retail packaging wrapped in solid film. The heat had no way of dispersing. Not only were the wet boxes spoiled, but they were also inherently weaker. On a number of occasions, entire pallets collapsed, costing over $1374.40 per load. Goodwill with their customers was an additional loss.

Seeking for a solution to their ongoing struggle, the brewery contacted IPS Packaging. IPS immediately saw the need for stretch film.  It solved the condensation issue instantaneously and also helped to dramatically improve the stability of its loads. Because stretch film is specifically designed to cope with large, heavy loads, the customer now has a greater peace of mind; they are doing their very best for both their employees’ safety and their brands’ integrity.

By using stretch film, the customer knows that every order will arrive in immaculate condition. The company’s utilization of stretch film also minimizes the risk of returned consignments. Furthermore, well-presented products that are “retail ready” stand a greater chance of selling.

The Problem: A brewery discovered huge issues in their packaging due to the brewing process.

  • Still warm bottles being wrapped in solid film
  • Heat had no way to disperse
  • Spoiled, wet boxes of product
  • Collapsing pallets
  • Loss of goodwill with customers

The Solution: IPS Packaging supplied the brewery with stretch film.

  • Solved condensation issue
  • Allowed moisture to escape from the product
  • Improved stability of loads
  • Regained goodwill with customers

IPS Packaging is a leading provider of packaging supplies, packaging equipment and packaging solutions. If you would like to know more about IPS Packaging, call 888.922.1622 or contact our Sales team.