The Flexible Packaging Blog
Reviews, trends, and tips covering all things flexible packaging to protect your products and your bottom line.
Packaging Materials | Packaging Design
By:
Nathan Dube
June 15th, 2021
In the wide world of flexible packaging, it is easy to get confused about some products. This is especially true when the products look, feel, and act similarly. I was right where you are when I first started learning about roll bags and poly bags. And while they have some undeniable similarities, they are two very different types of flexible packaging. But, what are the differences between poly bags and roll bags? After a few decades in the packaging industry, Industrial Packaging has consulted countless clients on flexible packaging supplies. Along the way, we have helped many businesses choose the appropriate bagging for their products. In this article, we will explore poly bags and roll bags. During that exploration, we will take a look at the differences between these two types of bagging. After reading this article, you will know which type of flexible bagging is right for you.
Packaging Materials | Investment
By:
Nathan Dube
June 8th, 2021
What type of shrink film should I use? We get some form of this question all the time. There are some general protocols and information available to answer this question. However, the truth is, there isn't a quick and straightforward answer. And still, you visit our website, or perhaps even one of our competitors, and ask questions like this. You are probably looking for an answer through live chat, email, or, worst-case scenario, a phone call. And hey, it's 2021. I get it. We all want instant gratification. We want what modern technology is supposedly able to give us. But your packaging line, products, and processes are all highly case-sensitive. They are unique to your business. There are some situations where a simple answer may be provided. However, more often than not, the ability to correctly answer this question is based on your response to several questions. A process of which is far more involved than what you can achieve through live chat. To correctly answer this question well, there needs to be a proper understanding of your packaging line. We need to understand your products (their weight, size, shape), the machinery you currently run, and other related dynamics. After more than 65 years in the packaging industry, Industrial Packaging has identified the specific questions you need to answer to find the proper shrink film. The four questions that we cover in this article will help anyone provide appropriate recommendations for the best shrink film for your products. This article will provide you with the insight necessary to collect the information that we need. In addition, this will help us to give you the proper recommendations for the best shrink film for your products.
Supply Chain Services/ Contract Packaging | Shipping Protection
By:
Nathan Dube
June 3rd, 2021
Hey there! It looks like you are researching packaging services. It also seems that you are trying to figure out which services you need. Like many folks, I am willing to bet you are a little confused about the differences between primary and secondary packaging. Perhaps you have been doing packaging in-house for a long time. And, now, you are starting to look at outsourcing your packaging as an alternative. Either way, it is pretty clear why you are here. You want to know what the difference between primary and secondary packaging is. Well, your quest for this information is nearly complete! With over two decades in the contract packaging space, Industrial Packaging has you covered. We've done primary and secondary packaging for more clients than we can count! In this article, we will define both primary and secondary packaging. And, we'll explain the differences between these two types of contract packaging services. When you have finished reading this article, you will know if these packaging services are a good fit for your business.
Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Packaging Design | Food Packaging
By:
“Change and Challenge” Initiative
June 1st, 2021
As we move into summer, one thing that appears to be on many consumer's minds is sustainability Millions of people in the food industry are trying to figure out how to make less of an impact on our planet earth. Which, all things considered, is a good idea. While the thought of heading to the cold, desolate, desert world of Mars may be appealing to some, most of us plan on staying here. And, if that is the case, we obviously want to take care of our home rather than trash and destroy it, right? But, when it comes to making less of an impact on the environment and taking actions that make a difference, what can the everyday consumer do? How can you be a good steward of planet earth while still enjoying a modern lifestyle that’s so dependent upon copious amounts of packaging materials? As someone who works in the food industry, you are also thinking about these things and figuring out how to make your products more earth-friendly. You are looking for a food packaging material that will make less of an impact on planet earth. By this point, you have probably learned that flexible packaging is one of the most sustainable packaging material choices on the market today. But you're not exactly sure what the benefits of flexible packaging for your food products are. Today, we are going to change all that. Industrial Packaging has been working with earth-friendly and sustainable, flexible packaging materials for decades. And we have helped countless companies just like yours switch to greener packaging supplies. That is why we have invited UBE Europe GmbH to write on behalf of Change & Challenge to discuss the sustainable and environmental benefits of flexible packaging for food retailers. This article will explore the top 5 benefits of choosing flexible packaging for your products regarding sustainability and their impact on the environment.
Supply Chain Services/ Contract Packaging
By:
Ingrid Sweeney, Compliance Manager
May 25th, 2021
Are you feeling frustrated? Maybe you are more than a little perturbed? You’re seeing an unacceptable amount of defective products and packages on your packaging line. I am willing to bet you are reading this article because you are looking for one of two things. One, ways in which you can reduce defective products on your packaging line. Or two, how to outsource your packaging line altogether. Many companies end up outsourcing their supply chain to a contract packaging company. They do this so that they can focus on their core capabilities. Are you looking for a contract packaging partner who can help you to reduce defects? Do you want someone to take all this supply chain management stuff off of your plate? Industrial Packaging may or may not be the right partner for you. We have been helping companies of all sizes, even Fortune 500 clients, reduce defects for a while now. And, we can help you to do the same if you’re interested in exploring outsourcing versus trying to negate defects yourself. In this article, we will explain how a contract packaging partner can help you to reduce and prevent defects, which will result in happier customers.
By:
Nathan Dube
May 20th, 2021
Are you looking to send your products through the mail? Perhaps you are in the medical industry and are looking for packaging materials. Or, maybe, you are an eCommerce business looking for the best order fulfillment packaging supplies. Regardless of the applications, you have found yourself here on the Industrial Packaging blog. Why is that? Well, after doing your due diligence in sourcing the appropriate packaging materials for your products, you found yourself leaning towards roll bags. Based on the fact that you are reading this article, I guess you have seen the term "roll bag" pop up in a few other google searches. And, you are not really sure what they are. It is clear to you that they may be a good fit for packaging your products, but before you commit to buying them, you want to understand better what roll bags are and how they are commonly used. You want to know what types of packaging machinery or equipment you will need to use with this type of packaging material in your warehouse. Industrial Packaging has been consulting on packaging materials and machinery for decades. And roll bags are one of those materials that we have worked with during that time. This article will define what a roll bag is, explain the machinery you need to use them, and help you identify if roll bags are a suitable packaging material choice for your product packaging needs.