SHOW DATES   August 25-28, 2026
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Why Packaging Is Costing Manufacturers More Than They Think – EXH25

AUG 27, 2026 | 10:30 – 11:30AM | B305

$105.00

On-Site Registration Cost

1 Hour

Exhibitor EDU

Sponsors

Sponsors

Course Description

Presented and Sponsored by: Packsize, LLC

Reducing Freight, Damage, and Labor Through Right-Sized Packaging

Manufacturers of cabinets, furniture, millwork, and other large or irregular products face unique packaging challenges. Standard box inventories rarely match product dimensions, often resulting in oversized packaging, higher dimensional weight shipping charges, and increased risk of damage in transit.

This session explores how right-sized packaging allows manufacturers to create custom corrugated packaging on demand based on the exact size of each product. Attendees will learn how packaging decisions affect freight costs, product protection, and operational efficiency when shipping large or variable products.

What we’ll cover

Packaging challenges for large and irregular products
How packaging size impacts freight cost and dimensional weight
Reducing shipping damage through better packaging fit
Managing packaging variability as product catalogs grow
Integrating packaging processes with manufacturing and shipping operations

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Speakers

Speakers

Matthew Kelly
Matthew KellyVice President of Global Business DevelopmentPACKSIZE, LLC

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