In this episode of Wrapping Things Up, host Meredith Denning sits down with Robert Bur, Electrical Engineering Manager at Viking Masek, to explore how automation can help organizations overcome today's labor shortages. They discuss the spectrum of automation solutions—from simple packaging systems to fully automated operations—and how companies of all sizes can benefit. Robert also addresses common misconceptions about automation, its impact on jobs, and strategies for implementing it step by step.

What you’ll learn:

• Why labor shortages are impacting manufacturing at record levels
• Practical ways automation improves efficiency, quality, and consistency
• How even small businesses can adopt scalable automation
• Real-world examples of companies thriving through automated processes

Don’t miss this insightful conversation about the future of manufacturing and packaging automation!

In this premiere episode of Wrapping Things Up, host Meredith Denning sits down with Jordan Miller, General Manager of Customer Care at Viking Masek, to clear the air around packaging automation. Whether you're new to the industry or scaling your operations, Jordan shares firsthand insights into the most common misconceptions customers have when entering the world of automated packaging, from tricky product types like cheese and matcha powder to outdated resealable packaging formats.

Together, they explore:

• Why some businesses fear automation (and how to move past it)
• What questions to ask before investing in equipment
• The role of testing and validation in long-term success
• How customer education and honesty are key to smoother automation projects
• What’s next for packaging automation, and how to prepare

If you're looking to upgrade your packaging process, or just want to understand what’s possible, this episode will leave you informed, confident, and ready to take the next step.

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