A co-packer in the beverage industry was up against a production deadline with no way to meet it. Their sleeving equipment was down, they had limited access to brite can inventory. Their existing vendor wasn’t offering clear answers or timelines.

They needed someone who could step in immediately, handle both filled and unfilled cans, and communicate consistently throughout the process. They found that partner in Tripack, who delivered the solution for brites and sleeved cans when it mattered most.

The Challenges

Lack of Flexibility with Can Inventory

The customer required both filled and unfilled Brite cans to be sleeved. Both formats could not be accommodated by the co-packer's current setup and their sleeving vendor.

Unreliable Vendor Communication

Their sleeving vendor's timelines were not clear. There were few project updates and no definite delivery dates. It was impossible to plan the remainder of the job or interact with their own customers because of the uncertainty and lack of direct communication.

Sleeving Equipment Failure

The in-house sleeving line was completely out of service. They were facing a complete halt in production as there was no time to repair or replace it. Their customer relationships were at serious risk just from that.

The Solution: A Turnkey Sleeving Partnership

Tripack’s solution was driven by four strengths:

Fast Scheduling Through Industry Relationships

Tripack was very responsive and moved the project into an active scheduling process. Long-standing industry relationships with label suppliers allowed us to source materials fast and keep the project moving forward. There was no waiting on external timelines.

Sleeving Flexibility for Filled and Unfilled Cans

We also had the ability to sleeve both filled and unfilled brite cans, something not all co-packers or vendors can do. That flexibility removed a major roadblock and allowed production to proceed in parallel across different SKUs.

High-Speed, High-Capacity Sleeving Infrastructure

Tripack, with our high-speed shrink sleeve line capable of up to 500 cans per minute, had the infrastructure to accept the job without delay or any reduction in quality.

Reliable Communication and Project Transparency

Importantly, we provided consistent communication during the course of the project. Daily updates and realistic schedules helped the co-packer plan and gave them something they hadn’t received before: clarity.

The Results: A Deadline Met and a Better Model Going Forward

With Tripack handling the sleeving, the co-packer was able to fulfill their customer order on time, even in the absence of their internal equipment. And the benefits went beyond a short-term solution.

As Tripack operates on a make-to-order model, there was no pressure on the co-packer to overcommit to inventory or tie up resources on unused packaging. They could order what they needed, when they needed it. That relieved pressure on both cash flow and storage.

The project also established a new standard for communication. With dependable timelines and transparent communication, the co-packer was able to plan accordingly and deliver with confidence.

A Short-Term Save with Long-Term Impact

This co-packer faced an extremely tight packaging deadline with no room for delays. They needed speed, clear communication, and a partner who could handle the unexpected. Tripack stepped in and managed the job quickly and cleanly, keeping every part of the process on track.

The immediate need was met, but the value lasted longer than that, as the co-packer had a more efficient set-up in production and had a team they could truly rely on for whatever came next.

For this co-packer, what started as a sleeving emergency turned into a better way to manage production—one that gave them confidence in meeting future demand, no matter the situation.

If you are in a time crunch and looking for a packaging partner that delivers results when needed most, please reach out to us at Tripack. We would love to help.