Packsize, Walmart collaborate on packaging solution for e-commerce fulfillment

Packsize (Booth S3547) has unveiled a new machine designed to build on-demand, right-sized boxes exclusively for Walmart, with the goal of faster shipping, less waste and a better overall unboxing experience.

The Ultra5, which Walmart has already installed in multiple fulfillment centers, can produce up to 600 boxes per hour and provides the highest packaging throughput in the industry for its class. Contributing to less waste and fewer emissions, the Packsize solution reduces the use of oversized boxes, negates void filler like plastic air pillows, and reduces shipping emissions. Plus by right-sizing boxes, the technology minimizes the costs and environmental impact of extraneous and unneeded corrugated boxes. It also improves parcel logistics, enabling retailers to fit up to 33% more boxes on freight and delivery carriers to get more orders to customers daily.

“By working with Packsize to develop the Ultra5 machine, we created an innovative packaging solution that tailors each box to the items we are shipping to customers, eliminating unnecessary waste and improving the unboxing experience once the package arrives,” said Prathibha Rajashekhar, senior vice president, innovation & automation, Walmart U.S. “In keeping with our commitment to becoming a regenerative company, the Ultra5 solution is a win for our customers, the business and our planet.”

ProMat 2023 was held March 20-23 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The tradeshow showcases the latest manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the materials handling and logistics industry. Modern’s complete coverage of the show.