Packaging 101: Introduction to Packaging
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- Published on Sunday, 22 November 2009 21:07
For new staff and those who want to refresh their knowledge and/or go beyond their specific packaging fields.
This foundation unit introduces the COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL aspects of packaging.
Designed for the entire Packaging Supply Chain, this unit provides the practical framework to a packaging career in Asia.
Who should attend?
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Brand Owners |
Design Houses |
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Packaging Suppliers & Manufacturers |
Retailers with house-brands |
This Course provides the practical framework to a career in packaging.
NOTE: These three modules can be delivered as a 2 or 3 day course: Eg:
2 Days: Packaging Business 101.1 + 101.2
2 Days: Packaging Technology 101.1 & 101.3
3-Days: Comprehensive Packaging Foundation 101.1, 101.2 & 101.3
| 101.1 Packaging Foundation |
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| Level: Foundation | Duration 1 Day |
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Who Should Attend?
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Objective: To provide a solid foundation to the Packaging Industry |
Outcomes: Students will have an understanding of the fundimentals considerations of packaging |
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The Packaging Function
Understanding the Packaging Supply Chain
Introduction to Packaging Materials
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Understanding the Print Production Workflow
Legal Compliance Framework
What is Sustainability?
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101.2 Commercial Packaging |
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Level: Foundation |
Duration 1 Day |
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Who Should Attend? ALL Commercial Staff requiring an initial understanding of the Business of Packaging. A useful ‘refresher’ course in the business of practical packaging for experienced staff |
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Objective: To provide an understanding of the practical COMMERCIAL aspects of Packaging |
Outcomes: Students will understand the business of packaging and who packaging is bought & sold |
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Understand your Customer
Basics of Buying & Selling Packaging
Cost make up of Packaging items
Cost modelling basics
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The Quotation Process
Alternatives (the bigger picture)
Understanding the Benefits & Savings Sustainability
20 Sustainable tips to Implement Immediately |
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Note: It is recommended that this Unit be combined with 101.1 for a comprehensive course |
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| 101.3 Technical Packaging Foundation | |
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Level: Foundation |
Duration 1 Day |
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Packaging Production Technologies: Polymers
Moulding Processes
Flexible Materials & Conversion Processes Mono, multi-layer and laminate materials What are they and what do they offer? |
Paper and Board
Key Packaging Print Technologies Where & When to use each process:
20 Sustainable tips to Implement Immediately |






