Dura-Pack
Strapping machines
Company Overview
Dura-Pack, a third-generation family-owned and operated company, has been a prominent provider of packaging equipment and flexible packaging solutions for over 50 years. Founded in 1971 as Metro Scale Company, Dura-Pack operates from a 35,000 sq. ft. facility in Taylor, Michigan. The company is fully integrated, boasting in-house capabilities in engineering, fabrication, electrical design, graphic design, and software development. Their guiding principle, 'Driven by Cost, Defined by Quality,' underscores a commitment to delivering value without compromising on product excellence, supported by a service-oriented culture.
Products and Services
Dura-Pack offers a diverse range of packaging solutions. Their equipment lineup includes advanced linear net weighers (DL line) for precise filling of food and light industrial items, featuring AI-powered dosing and 304 stainless steel construction. Automated premade pouch bagging machines (M7 series) streamline operations for various bag sizes. Specialized equipment caters to the coffee, cannabis, and psychedelics markets, including systems for flower, gummies, and edibles, with features like 0.01g accuracy and efficient sorting. The Orbis counting technology provides high-precision counting for items like gummies, offering advanced stepper motor control and tool-less cleaning.
In flexible packaging, Dura-Pack provides a vast selection of stock and custom-printed stand-up pouches and bags. these are designed for diverse applications such as beef jerky, coffee, pet food, granola, nuts, vitamins, and cannabis. Custom printing options, including Rotogravure and Flexographic methods, allow brands to create eye-catching designs. Their Dura-Defense'™ cannabis bags feature child-resistant closures, strong odor barriers, and robust multi-layer film construction. The pouches are noted for their sustainability, utilizing less plastic and offering superior barrier properties against oxygen and moisture to preserve product freshness.
Unique Value Proposition
Dura-Pack stands out through its comprehensive in-house capabilities, ensuring quality control and customized solutions from design to manufacturing. The company's long-standing history and family-centric approach foster strong customer relationships. They offer flexible financing options for their premium equipment, making investments more accessible. Furthermore, Dura-Pack provides valuable resources such as expert consultations for cannabis packaging and augmented reality-based customer support, reflecting a commitment to innovation and customer success.
