Here at Packaging Technologies we always strive to stay ahead of the game by continually keeping up with what is going on in the packaging industry. Much of this comes from attending events across North America to get the latest on packaging trends new methods, and making important connections.
A few weeks ago we had the pleasure of attending PPEC’s (The Paper and Paperboard Packaging Environmental Council) Paper Facts and Fiction, an amazing event featuring a number of well-known speakers within the industry, including the council’s very own executive director, who spoke about the current challenges and opportunities for the coming months, as well as dealing with some of those common myths that seem to be prevalent within the industry.
We also heard from Dan Lantz, COO of Green by Nature, and his information on sustainability and recycling and recovery has helped revitalize thoughts on going green!
The packaging industry is fraught with competition, and as such we believe that in order to stay relevant we need to be current. We use the knowledge we are always obtaining to provide you with the best service, the most current methods, and the most earth-friendly packaging solutions available!
This prompted us to consider the new studies done by the University of Guelph regarding the dangers with reusable plastic shipping – and the presence of E.coli in these often unsanitary crates. Check out this article for more information: http://www.paperadvance.com/index.php/blogs/john-mullinder/3532-re-use-is-not-always-the-better-alternative.html.
Recognizing that reusable isn’t always the best alternative, and knowing that sustainability, specifically related to packing material, has become such a crucial consideration for many companies, we ask the question “how do you then ship with a concern for the environment AND ensure that products arrive as you want them to”?
When sustainability (and we are talking complete sustainability) is a concern for you, the only real alternative is recyclable paper packaging – packaging that takes into consideration all the relevant specifications required for shipping, ensures safe and clean shipping, and is created in a way that not only protects your products but also protects the environment.
For more about the Paper Facts and Fiction event, or what we took away from it, or for more about sustainable packaging, please contact Packaging Technologies Inc. today by calling 1-800-303-5883 today.
