Protect Car Parts During Manufacturing and Assembly with Custom Automotive Packaging

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by Stephen Gould
July 13, 2021
By Stephen Gould
July 13, 2021

Stephen Gould is ready to help you choose the right automotive packaging solution for your product specifications and budget. Our team has extensive experience working with Tier 1 North American suppliers who trust us to safeguard crucial parts and products during transportation and storage.

Car and Automotive Manufacturing has long been one of the largest manufacturing industries in the world. Six of the ten largest manufacturing companies in the world when measured by revenue are automakers.

Vehicle assembly is a complex process requiring thousands of parts and components, from the engine to small mechanical pieces. The automotive industry understands the crucial importance of investing in industrial packaging solutions to keep auto parts safe en route from suppliers. Stephen Gould creates custom automotive packaging and shipping solutions that protect auto parts and minimize costs.

Types of Automotive Packaging

There are two primary types of packaging used by automotive manufacturers: expendable and returnable.

  • Expendable Packages

    Expendable or single-use, packages are made from materials such as paper, foam, wood or corrugated cardboard. Expendable packages are typically recycled or disposed of after the product has reached its destination. The disposal process for expendable packages is incorporated into the lifecycle of the manufacturing and packaging process.

  • Returnable Packages

    Returnable packages are designed to be reused in manufacturing and distribution systems. Types of returnable packaging includes racks, pallets, crates, dunnage, and hand-held containers. Not only does returnable packaging cut down on excess packaging waste, it provides enhanced protection. The rigid materials used to make returnable packaging also tend to provide better moisture and contaminant protection during transit. Reusable packages are also easier to track with an inventory control system.

Returnable packaging containers are best used for closed logistics systems that have a fixed arrival point. The longer the logistics process, the less practical it becomes to use returnable containers. Most returnable containers circulate around short loops, so replacing one-way packaging with returnable alternatives minimizes packaging waste.

Custom Packaging Solutions

Packaging represents a relatively small share of operational costs in automotive manufacturing. But the quality of auto parts packaging has a major impact on other cost items. Protecting auto parts during shipping and storage is key to staying on schedule and manufacturing delays.

Stephen Gould believes that the best packaging solutions maximize product security while also saving money in the long run. Our team designs custom automotive packaging optimized to four key performance areas:

  • Transportation

    We maximize density design and improve transport efficiency.

  • Environment

    We work towards eliminating waste handling by using reusable materials.

  • Handling

    We design with an eye for reducing packing time and simplifying handling.

  • Protection

    We take every opportunity to maximize product safety and reduce potential for damage.

Stephen Gould has worked with some of the largest suppliers and manufacturers in the automotive industry. We’re proud of our proven track record for providing automotive packaging solutions that meet the highest standards. Our team of highly skilled experts has developed some of the most forward-thinking automotive packaging solutions in the industry. We know what it takes to design and produce packaging that meets the most complex specifications.

Examples

  • Corrugated box with a Thermoformed Tray

  • Foam Divider

  • Hardboard

  • HDPE Partition

  • Metal Divider

  • Plastic Container Tray

  • Plastic Inserts

  • Plastic Dimple

  • Torque Strap Bracket

  • Wire Rack

Let Stephen Gould work with your team to design and produce custom automotive packaging solutions specific to your production and supply chain needs. Contact us today to learn more about how Stephen Gould can help with your company’s automotive packaging and shipping needs.