3D printing technology is fundamentally changing how companies approach packaging design and production.
The 3D printing revolution is upon the packaging industry with advancements in technology giving businesses the ability to design and manufacture packaging that was once unimaginable.
The technology, which has been growing in popularity in recent years, allows packaging designers to prototype in hours rather than weeks, cutting the time and cost of development.
Traditional packaging development may have required months of feedback among designers, manufacturers and marketing teams. Now with 3D printing, brands can prototype multiple designs quickly without the high cost of production molds.
3D printing is being adopted by companies in various industries for personalization features. And companies can now design custom packaging for special events, limited editions or to honor a single customer. 3D printed pill organisers to help you take the right medication should soon become reality thanks to the extreme patient personalization.
It is still gaining popularity because being environmentally friendly is on the rise as a trend. By making packaging on demand and closer to where it is used, companies can cut transportation emissions and warehouse space and help eliminate overproduction waste.
Material development is moving quickly with recycling filaments, bio-based polymers, and even edible filaments are being developed at a faster pace.
Industry analysts suggest that the role 3D printing plays in packaging will continue to expand as the technology becomes faster and more accurate. Although it won’t replace traditional packaging methods altogether, it does give businesses the choice and flexibility to think of creative, sustainable solutions.
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