ULMA Packaging's FR200 helps Bon Bon’s Wholesale overcome packaging challenges

Jul 18, 2024
"The flexibility and efficiency of the machine have been game-changers for our operations.”

Founded in 2007, Bon Bon’s Wholesale is based in the Yorkshire town of Tockwith, situated between York and Wetherby, and is part of the Lanchester Wine Group. Specialising in luxury confectionery and snacks, Bon Bon’s aim is to provide a comprehensive solution to retail customers, incorporating exclusive products, attractive fixtures, and well-thought-out merchandising strategies. The result is a straightforward solution for retailers that delivers outstanding sales.

The company partners with some of the finest independent retailers in the country. By working closely with these customers, Bon Bon’s offers a range of specialist products that help them stand out from their mainstream competitors.

Challenges

Due to continued growth, Bon Bon's experienced several significant challenges in its operation. The inefficiency of its current packaging process led to production bottlenecks, making it difficult to meet increasing demand. And with chocolate production being labour-intensive, the heavy reliance on staff in this part of the process has increased costs and introduced a higher risk of human error. Finally, the existing packaging system needed more flexibility to handle the variety of packaging formats required for their diverse product range.

The Solution

After a thorough evaluation of various options, Bon Bon's partnered with ULMA Packaging and selected the FR200 Flow Pack machine. The FR200 provided a comprehensive solution with its advanced technology, ensuring efficient and high-speed packaging capable of handling increased production volumes. The machine's precision and uniform packaging capabilities significantly reduced product damage and improved overall quality. By automating the packaging process, the FR200 minimised the need for manual intervention, leading to a re-deployment of labour. The machine's versatile design also allowed it to handle different packaging formats and sizes, making it ideal for Bon Bon’s diverse product range.

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Benefits

The installation of the FR200 Flow Pack machine brought numerous benefits to Bon Bon’s operation, including:

  • Increased production efficiency - the automated system significantly boosted packaging speed, enabling the company to meet growing demand more effectively.
  • Enhanced product quality - consistent and high-quality packaging improved product presentation, leading to higher customer satisfaction.
  • Labour re-deployment - a reduction in labour on the packing side of the process meant that more labour could be deployed into production of the chocolate itself.
  • Flexibility and scalability - the machine's versatile design allowed Bon Bon's to easily switch between different packaging formats, supporting their diverse product offerings and future growth.

Kirsty Firth, Joint Managing Director of Bon Bon's, said: "The FR200 has transformed our packaging process, allowing us to meet growing demand while maintaining the high quality our customers expect. The flexibility and efficiency of the machine have been game-changers for our operations.”

Summary

By partnering with ULMA Packaging and investing in the FR200 Flow Pack machine, Bon Bon's successfully overcame its packaging challenges. The advanced technology, automation and flexibility of the FR200 transformed their packaging process, resulting in increased efficiency, enhanced product quality and substantial cost savings.

This case study illustrates how ULMA’s innovative packaging solutions can drive growth and success in the confectionery industry.