The Best Method to Use When Printing on Corrugated Boxes
Everyone loves choices. And you’ve got multiple options when it comes to selecting the best method to use when printing on your corrugated boxes. Budget, time constraints, and quality desired are all going to influence your decision. Whether the boxes will be used for primary retail packaging or shipping will also influence the type of […]
Shrink Bundling: Packaging for Efficient Distribution & Effective Manufacturing
When it comes to packaging, every organization is looking for efficiency and effectiveness. Shrink bundling provides you with both. Every day, you’ll see consumers carrying out bottled water and other packaged goods from the grocery store that have been through the shrink bundling process. Let’s take a closer look. What is Shrink Bundling?Shrink bundling, or […]
5 Benefits of Flexible Packaging and Flexible Films
The use of flexible packaging and flexible films continues to grow as more and more consumer goods manufacturers discover its valuable benefits. Just the word “flexible” is a reason to consider this option. Besides flexibility, there are more benefits you can glean from flexible packaging film. From versatility and customization to consumer appeal and cost […]
Everything You Need to Know About Cornerboard
One of the most essential tools you can use to keep your products safe when palletizing them is cornerboard. It’s a versatile packaging material that is sometimes referred to as “angleboard” or “edge protectors.” Regardless of what you call it, cornerboard will help you better protect your products during shipping. Why Use Cornerboard? When used in tandem with palletized loads, […]
Corrugated Price Increases Coming, Six Ways to Keep Your Costs Low
As a result of global paper & resin shortages, recent events affecting the Texas manufacturing market, freight increases, and ongoing COVID-related events in the country, we’ve seen unpreceded price increases over the last 60 days. Prices globally continue to increase, with many manufacturers enforcing force majeure, whereby even written contracts have been canceled and allocations […]
Plastics & The Circular Economy
When plastic waste in the ocean grows exponentially, the term “circular economy” must become incorporated into companies packaging usage. Packaging is one of the lead components of an overall product often disposed of, so there is plenty of room to begin implementing greener packaging that can continue to be reused and recycled. The best definition […]
Lessons in Logistics From Four Giants
When it comes to logistics, every company should be looking to up their game. There’s a good chance you have some inefficient processes you can find in your operation, and improving those will significantly boost your bottom line. A recent study found that over 40% of small businesses track their inventory manually, or they don’t track […]
Sustainable Packaging: A High Priority For Your Customer
In 2021, sustainable packaging is becoming a higher priority than ever for both brands and consumers. McDonald’s recently announced its packaging will be 100% renewable and recycled by 2025. And millennials are pushing brands to be more environmentally and socially responsible, The term “eco-friendly packaging” is much more than a buzzword. And it’s no longer […]
A Primer on Packaging Tape
All tapes are not created equal. When buying tape for your packaging and shipping operation, it’s important to understand the different options you have when selecting packaging tape. This helps you be sure that every package that leaves your warehouse is secured effectively. Let’s take a look at the different types of packaging tape and […]
Shrink Film 101
Shrink film, also known as shrink wrap, is a material made up of polymer plastic film. When heat is applied, it shrinks tightly over whatever it is covering. Heat can be applied with a handheld heat gun, or the product and film can pass through heat tunnel on a conveyor. The film’s interaction with the […]