The Flexible Packaging Blog
Reviews, trends, and tips covering all things flexible packaging to protect your products and your bottom line.
By:
Nathan Dube
December 9th, 2021
You have a few different options when choosing a strapping material that is good for palletizing your products before shipping and other related packaging activities. And in some cases, those options may be interchangeable based on the products you are packaging and the tensile strength of the strapping you need. But, how do you know if the strapping you are currently using or want to use in the future is the appropriate material for your palletizing needs? Is there a way that you can identify which type of strapping material is best suited for your packaging requirements? Are there any tools that can help simplify the process of finding the correct strapping material needed to contain your palleted products properly? You bet there is! And, we are going to give those tools to you today. With over sixty years of experience in the packaging industry Industrial Packaging has helped thousands of clients choose the best strapping material for their unique packaging applications. And, we can help you find the correct strapping for your needs as well. After reading this article, you will have all the information and required tools to help you choose the proper strapping solution for your unitizing, palletizing, and containment requirements.
Packaging Materials | Investment
By:
Nathan Dube
December 7th, 2021
Clamshell packaging has become super popular with industrial and consumer product manufacturers and resellers alike. They are great for branding, marketing, and showing off your products. Clamshell packaging is also perfect for hanging retail displays. Plus, they have proven to be eye-catching and appealing to consumers all over the country and the rest of the world. But you already knew all that. That is, of course, why you are looking for pricing for this type of packaging. You are having trouble getting the total cost for the packaging project you have in mind. But, before you are ready to speak with a sales rep, you want to get a decent ballpark figure for what the cost of running clamshells on your packaging line will be. So, we are going to give you exactly that. This article will provide you with the information required to help you calculate a ballpark figure for your clamshell packaging costs.
Packaging Materials | Packaging Design
By:
Nathan Dube
December 1st, 2021
In a world where it seems like the cost of everything is going up, companies everywhere are looking for ways to cut costs and save money for both themselves and their customers. But, with the global supply chain currently experiencing major disruptions, that is not always easy to do. So, what are some ways that you can help save money? Well, for one thing, you can analyze your packaging materials and find ways to make changes that will cut costs for both you and your customers! But, you are likely thinking to yourself, how can you save money simply by altering the materials you use to package your products? And, if that is what you are currently pondering, we have some good news for you. This article will review the top 3 ways in which you can reduce costs on your packaging materials. It will offer you useful ideas, which if implemented, may save you a lot of money!
By:
Nathan Dube
November 30th, 2021
When choosing a shrink film for your product packaging, there are many things you need to consider before selecting a film. These items may include the gauge of film that is best suited for your products, as well as the formulation of shrink film that would be most appropriate for your applications. You may want a glossy sheen on your film to help catch the eyes of consumers, or perhaps you require a less reflective material for one reason or another. And, while there are many questions that you will need to answer before you make a purchase, one of the most critical questions you need to ask yourself is, do you want transparent shrink wrap or printed shrink film? Printed shrink film and clear shrink wrap have many similarities and can be used for some of the same applications. But, you will want to make sure that you choose the film that is best suited for your unique packaging requirements. So, which is right for you? Clear shrink wrap or printed shrink film? In today's article, we are going to help you answer this question. With over 65 years in the packaging industry, we know shrink film like the back of our hands. We have helped thousands of customers choose the correct type of shrink film for their packaging needs. And, we can do the same for you. After reading this article, you will have everything you need to decide if clear shrink wrap or printed shrink film is the right choice for your business.
By:
Nathan Dube
November 23rd, 2021
By now, it would appear that you are at least halfway through your journey to educate yourself about contract packaging companies. You are beginning the work of identifying a potential contract packaging partner. You realize there are many benefits to partnering with a co-packer. From cost and time savings to superior speed to market, you understand the value of contract packaging to your business. But, you want to know exactly what a co-packer does internally to meet these goals. You are curious as to what the internal processes of contract packaging entails. You want to understand how a contract packaging company makes the magic happen. Ideally, you wish you could metaphorically pop the hood on the engine. You want to see exactly how all the moving pieces work within a contract packaging company. Then, you will be able to choose one that can live up to your expectations. Industrial Packaging has continually evolved contract packaging to meet customer demands. But, we may or may not be the right co-packer for you. Regardless, we can help you to understand what makes a great co-packer. In this article, we will show you what goes on behind the scenes of contract packaging companies. Then, you can better understand what contract packaging really is. With this info, you will be one step closer to finding the right contract packaging company.
By:
Nathan Dube
November 18th, 2021
Bundling film is a great way to unitize products, prevent tearing and puncture to your packaging material and make it easier for your customers to carry multi-packs. Bundling film's ease of use for consumers has made it a popular packaging material for beverage, food, and other industries that unitize their products with this substrate. But, when you bring printed bundling film into the mix, it is a whole other ball game! Not only does printed bundling film help you market your products better, but it is also far more eye-catching to the consumer! But what exactly are the benefits that printed bundling film has for your business? And more importantly, what exactly is printed bundling film? Well, that is what we are going to talk about in today's article! As a multi-generational flexible packaging company, we have been helping companies choose the best flexible films for their business for a very long time. We help our clients to understand which films will be most beneficial for their brand. And that is something we can do for you as well! After reading this article, you will understand what printed bundling film is and what the benefits of this material will be for your business and product marketing endeavors!