By Tony Kaufman Everyone in the meat and protein industry is familiar with today’s labor challenges. From shortages of unskilled workers to high turnover and retention issues, it’s an uphill battle. A 2023 study conducted by PMMI (the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies) found that nearly two-thirds of respondents cited labor as their biggest […]
Tray Overwrap
Tray overwrapping packaging equipment is available for case-ready products, offering two formats of tray overwrapping: tuck and fold, and end-seal style. The tuck and fold style overwrapper produces tightly wrapped packages at speeds up to 120 packages per minute, using gripper chain technology for a clean and precise packaging look, ideal for produce and low moisture proteins. The leak-resistant end-seal style overwrappers are designed for high moisture content products like poultry and seafood.
Robust Capabilities and Dependable Solutions: Ossid Is the One-Stop Shop for Red Meat Packaging
By Ryan Saunders From prime rib to pork chops, red meat is a delicious staple of grocery stores and butcher shops alike. Preparing each cut for the customer requires skill and precision to ensure consistent, appetizing quality and minimal waste. That same level of precision is essential in red meat packaging. Packaging machinery must be […]
Red Meat Packaging Provides Shelf Life and Eco-Friendly Attributes
By Brandon Day When it comes to integrating sustainability into red meat packaging, there has always been a balancing act between shelf life and environmental impact. While traditional materials such as plastics, films, and Styrofoam trays adequately protect red meat and deliver on targeted shelf life, they’ve never been environmentally friendly options. On the other […]
Minimize Unplanned Downtime with Preventive Maintenance Kits from Ossid
By Tyler Murray Winter and spring are historically slower periods for many of our customers, making it an ideal time to ensure your packaging equipment is in top shape before the busier summer months. One of the best ways to do that is with Ossid’s preventive maintenance kits. Designed specifically for machines in our tray […]
Employee Spotlight: A Day in the Life at Ossid with Dave Bradley, Distribution Manager
At Ossid, we pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering top-notch solutions and support to our customers. Our team members are at the heart of everything we do, driving our success with their passion, dedication, and expertise. Today, we’re excited to shine a light on one of our exceptional team members, Dave Bradley, Distribution Manager, […]