Case Study: Safety and integrity for Pet Food market

To meet growing demand and maintain high standards of excellence, the company relied on state-of-the-art packaging solutions provided by Zambelli Packaging. This partnership proved to be a success, enabling the company to effectively tackle logistical challenges and gain new market share.

The pet food sector is experiencing rapid expansion, driven by increasing consumer focus on quality and pet health. By 2030, the global pet food market is expected to grow by double digits (+$40 billion). According to Grand View Research, the industry, valued at $99.1 billion in 2022, is projected to grow at an annual rate of 4.3-4.4% from 2023 to 2030, reaching $139 billion.

Key trends include:

• Growing demand for Human-Grade Ingredients: Pet owners increasingly seek ingredients of a quality comparable to those intended for human consumption, with 14% of dog owners and 12% of cat owners prioritizing this factor. This trend reflects the "humanization" of pets as true family members.
• Eco-Friendly Packaging: Sustainability is an important concern. Environmentally friendly packaging is the top priority for 14% of cat owners and the second most important factor for 11% of dog owners.
• E-commerce Boom: Online shopping continues to be a key sales channel, offering convenience and a wide range of products.
• Increased Demand for Snacks: The market for pet snacks is growing, with a focus on functional and healthy options.
• Premiumization: There is a clear shift toward premium and super-premium products, emphasizing high-quality ingredients.

The packaging requirements for a pet food company vary depending on the product type (dry food, wet food, snacks, etc.), the primary packaging format (flexible bags, cans, plastic tubs, single-serving sachets, etc.), and specific configuration needs.

This particular company needed to package products in different formats and required customized configuration solutions. With Zambelli Packaging, it found the ideal partner to achieve this with speed, precision, and sustainability—crucial factors for preserving product quality and staying competitive in the market.

To meet the company's specific requirements, Zambelli Packaging provided an advanced packaging solution that combines precision, reliability, and flexibility. The AP200 machine is an intermittent motion case packer designed to handle customized configurations and stack packs in multiple layers.

For this company, the AP200 was adapted to package 85g and 300g pet food cans in two main configurations:

• 3x2 single-layer: Packed in closed wrap-around boxes, ideal for optimizing space and ensuring security during transport.
• 3x2 double-layer: Arranged in display trays, perfect for attractive and functional in-store presentation.

This solution enables the company to enhance production efficiency and product presentation.

The AP200 machine from Zambelli Packaging represents a state-of-the-art solution for pet food can packaging. Its main features include:

• Flexibility: Capable of handling customized configurations, adapting to different packaging requirements such as wrap-around boxes and display trays.
• Speed and Reliability: Servo-driven movements ensure high productivity without compromising packaging quality.
• Multi-Layer Stacking: Allows packages to be stacked in one or more layers, optimizing space for transport and storage.
• Robust and Durable Design: Built with high-quality materials for durability and reliability in intensive production environments.
• Ease of Use: Features an intuitive interface to simplify operation and minimize setup time.
• Energy Efficiency: Designed to minimize energy consumption and reduce environmental impact.

These features make the AP200 the ideal choice for companies seeking efficient, safe, and highly customizable packaging solutions.

If you want to optimize your packaging process and stand out in the pet food market, Zambelli Packaging is your ideal partner. With customized solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and a strong focus on sustainability, we help you achieve your efficiency and quality goals. Contact us for a free consultation and discover how we can turn your packaging process into a true competitive advantage.