The Flexible Packaging Blog
Reviews, trends, and tips covering all things flexible packaging to protect your products and your bottom line.
Equipment | Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Technical Service and Support | Plant Performance | Investment | Packaging Design | Shipping Protection
By:
David Roberge
June 12th, 2018
In a world shifting more and more toward eCommerce, packaging is increasingly the first tangible experience that someone may have with your brand or business. With that in mind, how is your packaging delivering your brand’s promise to your customers? Designing the “perfect” packaging operation solution for your business can be a daunting task. After all, there are many different types of equipment, materials, and processes that can be combined in a seemingly infinite number of ways>
Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Investment | Packaging Design | Shipping Protection | Food Packaging | Packaging Psychology
By:
David Roberge
June 4th, 2018
From consumer goods to electronics. From cosmetics to medical supplies. Flexible packaging is a crucial material in the supply chain of many industries and products. Flexible packaging combines the best qualities of plastics and films. These versatile packaging supplies are a functional solution that requires minimal production costs. Flexible packaging is any package or any part of a package whose shape can be readily changed.” Common examples of flexible packaging include bags, pouches, shrink films, tubes, sleeves, and carded packaging. In this article, we detail why flexible packaging is so beneficial. And, we also outline considerations for purchasing flexible packaging for your products.
Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Supply Chain Services/ Contract Packaging | Plant Performance | Investment | Packaging Design | Shipping Protection | Food Packaging | Packaging Psychology
By:
David Roberge
May 16th, 2018
There is a trend in packaging that is playing a growing role in the way that consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies operate. This fast rising trend is the shift towards consumer convenience. The packaging trends towards convenience for CPG companies are a key component to consumer satisfaction. In this article, we talk about how you can use this information to ensure your packaging is cost effective while delivering what the consumer wants.
Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Plant Performance | Investment | Packaging Design | Food Packaging | Packaging Psychology
By:
David Roberge
May 9th, 2018
Going green isn't a new phase that companies are going through. In fact, most companies have been making a shift towards sustainability. This shift includes sustainable packaging materials. That’s not to say that everyone has jumped on the bandwagon yet. Often, it can be easy to overlook how various departments of a company can do their part to be eco-conscious. It doesn't always have to be a drastic change in business practices. Even simple changes can make a difference. Many benefits come along with being sustainable. Going greener with packaging brings many benefits along with it. Sustainability is an essential dynamic to Industrial Packaging. During our six decades of business, we have found what sustainability in packaging truly looks like. In this article, we will take a look at the top 6 benefits of earth-friendly packaging.
Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Plant Performance | Investment | Packaging Design | Food Packaging | Packaging Psychology | Fulfillment
By:
David Roberge
April 26th, 2018
In the age of the technology boom it's important to take a look at how you bring your products to market. Do you need to consider the boom in e-commerce when it comes to your current packaging designs? Some believe it's necessary depending on your product line and target markets while others are using it as a way to catapult their business by packaging with a new set of eyes and creativity, creating a bond between the consumer and the brand. How has the digital age influenced product packaging? Here's the latest on how digital is influencing packaging aesthetics and how you can too, with research to back it up!
Packaging Materials | Environment | The Business of Packaging | Plant Performance | Packaging Design | Shipping Protection | Food Packaging | Packaging Psychology
By:
David Roberge
April 19th, 2018
Flexible packaging is one of the fastest growing forms of packaging in the industry and it doesn’t look like that growth is stopping anytime soon. Not only is it beneficial to both manufacturers and retailers, but it also has it’s perks for consumers as well. Flexibility is the name of the game, not just in a tangible sense. The options available in the flexible material space are almost endless! Read on to learn why flexible packaging is so innovative and the great perks that come along with transitioning to using it to package your products.