FAQs
While we don’t have a hard-set MOQ, we typically recommend a starting point of 50,000 to 100,000 units per SKU, per run. We can accommodate lower volumes, though a startup fee may apply to cover setup and labor.
Our goal is to give you pricing based on actual performance. Every powder and packaging application is unique, and for us, begins at the source: your product. We scope each project individually after our experts review materials firsthand. Powder run speeds can vary from 20 to 70 cycles per minute depending on flow, fill volume, and your packaging requirements. Our machines vary from 1 to 18 lanes. Providing an off-the-cuff estimate without evaluating your powder could result in a wildly inaccurate quote.
We offer primary and secondary packaging in-house, including stick packs, sachets, pouching, cartoning, and kit assembly. For liquids specifically, we handle blending and support hot fill. We coordinate with trusted partners to offer a seamless experience in other steps in the supply chain, such as powder blending.
We will never be the bottleneck to your growth. Our partnership with Sanko gives us unmatched flexibility to expand capabilities and bring in equipment without delay. If your business scales, we scale with you— with technology that leads the industry in speed, precision, and quality.
Our lines are designed to handle multiple SKUs and flavors efficiently, including variety packs from a single line. It’s part of the innovation supported by Sanko’s world-class machinery, run exclusively in-house. This setup dramatically reduces WIP and drives better cost efficiency. It’s a distinct advantage of our setup compared to many traditional co-packers.
Yes! We offer die-cut liquid packaging solutions. To get started, we’ll need your mockup, fill volume, and either specific dimensions or approval to size the pack based on volume. We’re happy to share samples of existing die-cut packaging we’ve created.
Hot fill is our latest in-house capability, supported by a recent equipment investment. Let us know your product specs and timeline—we’ll loop in our engineering team to review compatibility.
Formulation is an R&D-heavy process that requires a dedicated team and QA protocols. Our focus remains on execution and excellence in packaging. We can collaborate with your product team for packaging testing.
We operate a dedicated nut facility designed specifically for products with allergen considerations, especially nut-based applications. This controlled manufacturing environment helps brands minimize the risk of cross-contact associated with shared-use lines. The facility follows SQF-certified processes, including controlled material handling, validated sanitation, production sequencing, and documented quality controls. All projects are reviewed upfront to confirm facility fit and align on the appropriate allergen controls before production begins.
The answer depends on the nature of the investment and the long-term value it brings. If the equipment can serve multiple clients, we may absorb the cost as part of infrastructure. If it is highly custom or dedicated to a single customer, we may require cost-sharing or a volume commitment to justify the investment. As the exclusive U.S. partner of Sanko, we have the unique ability to integrate new equipment as needed—quickly and without external red tape.
Sanko’s FR-5 machine is capable of producing no- headspace sachets, optimizing fill efficiency and reducing waste.
Yes. The FR-5 system is designed to handle a wide range of viscosities using the same pump system. This minimizes changeover time and supports flexible production.
We offer both semi-automatic and fully automated end- of-line solutions and have successfully integrated them into customer workflows. We’ll work with you to develop a solution that matches your production goals.
Yes. T.H.E.M. utilizes Wavepath pasteurization, a gentler alternative to traditional heat-based methods. Conventional pasteurization can degrade color, texture, and flavor in the process of making a product safe. Wavepath preserves those characteristics, so consumers experience the product the way it was intended. For brands where quality and sensory experience are part of the value proposition, this is a meaningful difference.
