In the grocery industry, when you are looking to reduce costs, you may choose to consider a number of different factors, and packaging and shipping are usually two of the most important. What you choose to package your goods in, both for sale and for transport, and how you choose to transport those goods, can Continue Reading
We have all heard that common phrase “it is what’s inside that counts,” but when it comes to product packaging, especially in the CPG industry, does this really ring true? Is it really just what is inside that matters? Does packaging actually make a difference? Check out this great infographic – you might be surprised Continue Reading
At the end of April, Packaging Technologies Inc. attended the Flexographic Technical Association’s annual awards banquet which recognizes excellence in printing. This industry-wide forum and awards ceremony celebrates distinction in the printing world, and Packaging Technologies Inc. is very excited to announce that we were once again awarded both gold and bronze in preprint flexography! Continue Reading
The sustainability conversation is one that is being had in boardrooms across the county. Environmental consciousness has become quite the buzz phrase, especially when it comes to packaging, and more and more companies are striving to offer eco-friendly packaging, especially since consumer demands continue to require it. But what exactly is sustainability? Some, mistakenly, understand Continue Reading
We are always keeping an eye out for packaging trends and innovative new concepts in the packaging industry in order to provide the most innovative and effective technology and packaging solutions to our clients. One of the most exciting trends in the packaging industry is lightweight containerboard; it is predicted to continue to have some Continue Reading
When it comes to custom packaging for corrugated boxes, no matter what you are shipping, strength and durability should be a top priority. To say that every box is the same is a big mistake – but what is the difference, and how is strength tested? Firstly, the strength of a corrugated box starts with Continue Reading
The New Year is upon us, and it is time to think about your yearly objectives. What better way to plan for the coming year than by looking back – at what worked and what didn’t! This year, take advantage of the many benefits of an annual packaging audit and get that resolution in the Continue Reading
Whether you are in the retail or CPG industry, inventory management likely takes a great deal of time. Keeping track of stock, maintaining accurate counts, and making sure that you have enough product to meet demand is tough in and of itself. But when coupled with the need to also keep track of and store Continue Reading