PECAS Vision ERP/MIS software for packaging and print companies
www.radiussolutions.com
14,000 packaging items: boxes, bags industrial, wraps: we've got it !
www.papermart.com
Cheap Prices Boxes, Bags, Tins Bakery, Take Out, Candy, Gourmet
www.creativefoodpackaging.com
Up to 10 colors of hi-def printing. Available for most applications.
www.ColorCraftLabel.com
Heat Sealers for all Applications Industrial, Commercial & Medical
Therm-O-Seal.com
Low prices and wide selections No need to buy bulk to save
www.PlasticNeeds.com
Many Reusable Shipping Containers Plastic Containers by Buckhorn
www.Buckhorn-Plastic.com
Contract packaging specialist. Warehousing, shipping, temp. labor
www.vip-packaging.com
Company is a player in the plastic food packaging industry. Products include containers, lids, can overcaps, and eps freeze chests.
www.airliteplastics.com
Designs and manufactures custom and stock thermoform packaging. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
www.bardesplastics.com
Operating across North America, Europe and Australia, company is a leading supplier of outsourced food packaging, disposable supplies and cleaning and hygiene products for supermarkets, caterers, hotels and contract cleaners.
www.bunzl.com
Manufacturer of injection molded plastic containers and lids for consumer and institutional packaging.
cardinalpackaging.com
Manufacturer of clear, wide-mouth containers made of food grade, high impact, recyclable plastic. Company is located in Ardava, Colorado.
www.ccwproducts.com
Danish company working primarily in three areas: ingredients, sugar & sweeteners, and flexible packaging.
www.danisco.com
Family company headquartered in Paterson, New Jersey. Produce broad line of both injection-molded and thermoformed products used by the food service, supermarket and food processing businesses.
www.douglasstephen.com
Company specializes in thermoformed plastic products for the food packaging industry. Company has locations in Poland and Connecticut.
www.inlineplastics.com
Manufacturer of reinforced composite products, including boxes, trays, pallettes and other container shapes; and composite table tops. The company manufactures approximately 300 standard container shapes and can provide custom-designed containe...
www.mfgtray.com
Company specializes in plastic packaging for the food industry.
www.mqplastics.com
Trading company specialized in the marketing and distribution of plastic resins as well as related chemicals and machinery.
www.multiplas.com
Supplies BOPP, CPP, PET, PVC and other films as well as bakery/produce/hosiery bags, floral sleeves, dual-oven trays and other packaging products.
www.nowplastics.com
Designer and manufacturer of rigid polystyrene plastic packaging mainly for foods.
www.parpak.com
Manufacturer of thermoformed, extruded, blow and injection molded plastic containers for the dairy and beverage industries.
www.plastico.com.sa
Design and manufacture plastic packaging solutions for the bakery, produce, snack foods, and grocery industry.
www.pwpc.com
Supplies plastic containers for diverse consumer and commercial markets throughout the US and Canada; products include containers for food, beverage and personal care products, to household and industrial chemicals.
www.schoeneck.com
Manufacture the slim stick, liquid pack and stand-up-pouch technology among others.
www.them.net
Offers packaging solutions to the food industry worldwide. Supplier of cellulosic casings and a major producer of specialty plastic films for meats, cheeses and bakery products.
www.viskase.com
Serves the flexible packaging needs of the food industry. Company has expanded their services to include custom thermoform packaging, sandwich wraps, custom commercial bakeware, and the T-Stick™ disposable thermometer.
www.william-allen.com
Design, engineer and manufacture high performance, durable, and recyclable plastic handling containers.
www.wrhindustries.com
Manufacturer and converter of plain, line and process printed plastic packaging products.
www.zimsbagging.com
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PECAS Vision ERP/MIS software for packaging and print companies
www.radiussolutions.com
14,000 packaging items: boxes, bags industrial, wraps: we've got it !
www.papermart.com
Guide to Flexible Packaging
How to find flexible packaging that's creative and cost-effectiveFlexible packaging companies continue to grow as more and more of them look to set their products apart with respect to health and the environment. This packaging method can be safer for the environment, provide more customized options for flexible food packaging in a more health-conscious way, and help you save money while making your products stand out on store shelves.
Flexible packaging comes in a variety of forms, including flexible plastic packaging such as flat or stand-up plastic bags, shrink sleeves other plastic food packaging that takes the shape of the product, or pouches with high-quality laminates for materials such as cosmetics, to name a few options.
Flexible packaging and graphics also go hand in hand. Many flexible packaging companies offer custom graphics services as a component of their flexible packaging options to create custom labels that help your products stand out on store shelves and communicate the authenticity of your product to the customer.
Some advantages include:
- Flexible packaging can cut your costs.
- Flexible food packaging or flexible plastic packaging can help your company become greener.
- Flexible packaging solutions can punch up your product identity with great graphics.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Research packaging product lines and end uses
Find the best flexible packaging for any kind of product, from food to pharmaceuticals. Plastic food packaging, bendable food packaging and other flexible packaging solutions can be found by manufacturer or product type.
I recommend:
Research the industry at the Flexible Packaging Association website, complete with resources on source reduction, industry members and a great Buyers Guide organized by product line and end use. IDS Packaging also lists suppliers by product category or industry sector.
Look into the sustainability policies of flexible packaging companies
Flexible packaging companies with good sustainability policies can give your products a green edge that will appeal to customers - and might even get them to pay more for your environmentally-friendly product.
I recommend:
Flexible packaging company Andex talks about its sustainability policy on its website, as does the Rohrer Corporation. You can find out which companies have attended Packaging Strategies' Sustainable Packaging Forum in the past.
Get great graphics for your flexible packaging
Many plastic packaging manufacturers offer their own in-house graphics capabilities. But just in case they don't, there are many graphics firms that specialize in bendable packaging labels to give your products an original, instantly recognizable edge.
I recommend:
Model Graphics Inc. is an award-winning provider of flexible packaging graphics. Prime Graphics also offers a variety of solutions based on the market you're in.
Ask about health-conscious packaging options
If you want your product packaged in smaller portions or re-sealable bags, a number of flexible food packaging companies can make it happen.
I recommend:
Mondi Packaging provides a number of food packaging options. Look to Fresh-Lock's various re-closable sealing options to keep organic or other perishable products fresher. On this link, more options are available on the left of the page.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide- Thanks to new technologies, your flexible packaging can be outfitted with graphics that contain special holograms or other graphic elements that prove product authenticity. Make sure to ask your flexible packaging manufacturer or graphics provider about these options.
