Packaging with less material and maximum flexibility

1906 - Makers of Charcuterie produces artisanal, organic deli meats with a clear mission: create delicious products while caring for the planet. To align their packaging with their sustainable values, they switched to banding. This single change helped them realize their goals and in the process reduce packaging waste, boost flexibility in production, and strengthen their brand.

Artisanal, organic, and on a mission

As a young and ambitious company, 1906 - Makers of Charcuterie is committed to leaving the world better than they found it. Their products are 100% organic, free from artificial additives, and made with care. With sustainability at the core of their business, they needed packaging that reflected those same values. They wanted packaging that was efficient, environmentally friendly, and could tangibly communicate their values.

“We want to contribute to a better world with our products and packaging. We want to use as little material as possible and increase transparency as much as possible.”

One packaging solution for a growing product range

From smoked bacon bits to pâtés and sausages, the meat producer’s product range grew quickly. But with so much variety, maintaining consistent packaging throughout the product range without losing flexibility became a challenge.

Instead of designing sleeves or kopkaarten for each product, the team looked for one solution for multiple product shapes and sizes. They found it in a banding machine with a built-in printer, a flexible system that allows them to print and brand their products in one step.

The switch to banding

Installing a banding machine with printing capability gave the team full control. They could now print directly onto kraft paper bands on-site independent of external suppliers.

“The printer function was the deciding factor. It allows us to adjust text and design per batch, without unnecessary stock buildup.”

Of course, this new way of working came with a learning curve. The machine requires careful setup and precision, which made it harder to implement for some products in the beginning. But with hands-on support from Bandall’s technical team, they quickly got up to speed.

“Once the machine is running, it goes like a rocket. Efficiency is the biggest win for us.”

Less material, more sustainability

The results speak for themselves. Since switching to banding, they no longer need cardboard sleeves, saving them 6 grams of packaging per product. That means fewer materials, less storage space, and reduced transport needs.

The switch to banding clearly sowed how banding was a more sustainable and efficient alternative to sleeves.

Additionally, some products are sold in bundles, and a band provides a unique solution for this as well. No need for shrink wrap, extra boxes or anything else, just a single band to hold the products together.

Growth, scalability, and vision for the future

Today, a large part of their product range is packaged using their banding machine. Whether bacon bits, sausages, or sliced meats, the solution boosts efficiency and reinforces their brand identity. In fact, they’re already thinking about the future looking to develop their packaging process around the banding machine.

“We are building our new packaging line to incorporate banding from the get-go. Not the other way around.”

Although some products are difficult to band because of their irregular shapes, the company sees this mainly as an opportunity for further product optimization.

A solution for sustainable brands in growth

The experience of 1906 - Makers of Charcuterie shows how banding is more than just a technical upgrade, it’s a strategic move for brands that care about sustainability and design. It supports efficient production while staying true to core values.

“Ideally, we would package all our products with banding in the future. And with the right support from Bandall, that’s possible.”

Make a difference. Go banding.