What does FSC certification mean for corrugated packaging? We explain.
Sustainable packaging is no longer just a buzzword in the business world. It has become an integral part of corporate responsibility towards protecting our environment. As we move forward, understanding and adopting environmentally friendly practices like Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification for corrugated packaging becomes essential. So, let’s delve into what FSC certification actually means…
GCMI ink vs PMS Ink
When it comes to corrugated packaging, there are various factors that contribute to its overall visual appeal and quality. One crucial element in this process is the choice of ink used for printing on these packages or boxes. The two most commonly used ink systems are GCMI (General Converting Matched Inks) and Pantone inks. GCMI…
ECT vs Virgin Liner
When it comes to packaging materials, one often encounters terms such as ECT paper and virgin liner in reference to corrugated boxes. These two types of liners play a crucial role in determining the strength and durability of the final product, but what exactly sets them apart? Let’s delve into the world of corrugated box…
Beverage Packaging
When it comes to the beverage industry, packaging plays a crucial role in attracting customers and delivering a delightful experience. As consumers, we often underestimate the impact that good beverage packaging can have on our overall satisfaction with a product. However, there are numerous benefits to be gained from thoughtful and well-designed packaging. Firstly, good…
The importance of foam packaging and inserts
Foam packaging and inserts may seem like a mundane aspect of product packaging, but their importance should not be underestimated. These seemingly insignificant materials play a crucial role in ensuring the safe delivery and protection of our valuable goods. Whether it’s fragile electronics or delicate glassware, foam packaging and inserts serve as the unsung heroes…
Why Custom Packaging is Important for Your Brand
When you’re trying to get your small business off the ground, building a brand is of paramount importance. You want customers to immediately associate the name of your company with exactly the branding you have in mind to help ensure they buy your product. One way to help build your brand is to invest in…
The Benefits of Digital Printing
If you’re selling a product for a small business nowadays, shipping is likely a major aspect of your job – ordering products online to ship to your home has never been more popular. When the customer receives the package, you want them to be wowed by the appearance of the box before they even open…
3 Reasons to Choose Corrugated Boxes Over Chipboard
When it comes to packaging and displays, you want the most customizable and protective product available. There are many options on the market, but chipboard and corrugated boxes are two of the most prominent choices. While chipboard has some advantages, it’s usually not durable enough for shipping items through the mail. Instead, most shippers choose…
How The Right Packaging Attracts Customers
Whether you have a new product and are exploring different packaging options, you are in the process of rebranding or anything in between, it is important that you choose packaging that will attract customers and eventually lead to sales. In today’s day and age, there are so many products available to the consumer that it…
Benefits of Chipboard Cartons for Your Business
For those who run their own business, or are tasked with handling packaging for the company they work for, chipboard cartons (chipboard folding cartons) are an effective way to package, ship and display products, all while promoting your brand. These cartons come in a variety of styles based on your industry or need, can have…
5 Tips for Building Your New Brand
If you’re developing a new product, remember that your product design and branding should be connected! Once a company creates a great product, they often sabotage its success by not taking steps to build their branding. As you’re designing your products, focus closely on the brand you want to build for your business. Here are…
The Psychology Behind Packaging Colors
Your packaging is important because it’s one of the first interactions that your customers have with your brand. It should be well thought out from the style of the box right down to the color, and every detail can impact the consumer experience. Color can trigger different thoughts, feelings, and emotions in people, directly impacting…
3 Ways That Will Help You Change the Game in Packaging for 2021
The first few moments that a potential customer encounters your product is crucial. A product with great packaging will increase the likelihood of developing brand loyalty and will get people talking about your company or products. On the other hand, faulty packaging can have the opposite effect and discourage others from repurchasing your brand. If…
4 Common Packing Mistakes That Businesses Make
When you’re shipping off a product, your packaging plays an important role. Besides keeping your items safe and in place, your packaging is also used to help attract your customers and build brand loyalty. Now that many businesses are growing dependency on e-commerce and online sales, they will need to package their items for delivery…
The Benefits of Working With a Custom Packaging Manufacturer
Your attempt at building brand loyalty doesn’t stop as soon as a customer purchases your product. The packaging of your product also has an impact on your customer. It can even be the deciding factor of them re-purchasing products from you in the future. There is a lot of details that you must consider when…
Important Elements That All Quality Boxes Should Include
The box that holds your product is your first chance to make a positive impression on your customer. Nothing is more exciting than finally getting that package that you’ve been waiting for. Complete your customer’s excitement by providing a quality box that will grab their attention. Check out a few elements you should include to…
How to Improve the Unboxing Experience for Your Customers
As a brand, you should treat the delivery of your product as something to celebrate! Since you spend time creating reputable products for your customers, you should also be executing that same effort into the delivery process. If you want to build brand loyalty with your customers, consider following these steps in the packaging process!…
Benefits of Using Polyethylene Foam in Packaging
Often, the shipping process can face some unexpected rough conditions for your products, especially if the package is going through an extensive transferring process. The last thing you want is to lose or damage your product during shipping. To ensure that your product is the safest that it can be while in delivery, you need…
How to Design Your Custom Boxes for the Holidays
The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year; they are also the busiest. Businesses receive a large chunk of their annual revenue during the holidays. In fact, holiday sales represent 20% of annual sales each year (it can even get as high as 30 percent for some retail stores). Online sales are a…
4 Tips for Designing Your Custom Packages
In almost all aspects of life, presentation is key. Businesses are no different. Your logo, website, store, and even your packages all present an image of your company to your customer. And in the age of e-commerce, your packages are often seen before the product themselves. As a result, it’s important to give a good…
How Specialty Packaging Helps Grow Your Brand
How much thought have you put into the packaging you’re using when you ship items out to your customers? If your packaging has turned into an afterthought, you should strongly consider specialty packaging. Specialty packaging presents a unique marketing opportunity, as it can help your company stand out in the crowd and make your customers…
Reasons to Choose Corrugated Boxes
Corrugated boxes have become increasingly popular in recent years because they’re capable of packaging just about anything safely. You’ll find everything from small smartphones to gigantic refrigerators packed in corrugated boxes when they’re shipped and sold. There are so many reasons to choose corrugated boxes for your company’s packaging needs. Take a look at a…
What Makes Our Process Unique [Video]
Check out our new video that describes Paramount Container & Supply’s process below!
What You Should Know About Regular Slotted Containers (RSC) [Video]
In our latest video, Paramount Container & Supply discusses all you should know about regular slotted containers.
The Importance of a Product’s Packaging
According to Inc, about 95 percent of new products that are released every year fail. And while there are obviously a lot of reasons for this, one of the biggest ones is that many companies that sell products either don’t spend much time thinking about the packaging they are going to use or they pick…