As the name would imply, “bubble on demand” is essentially un-inflated bubble packaging you inflate on an as needed basis. The benefits of this type of packaging material are enormous when you consider the cost of transporting and storing “pre-inflated” or ready to use flowable materials such as foam peanuts, pre-formed paper products or even [...]

We realize that in some green circles plastic is an objectionable word and an unacceptable packaging solution under any circumstances. However, those of us who have assumed the responsibility and task of satisfying unique customer requirements understand that plastics bring a unique set of properties that in most cases cannot be duplicated by paper or [...]

Even though we are best known for the boxes we sell, it’s what we can create for the inside of the box that truly sets us apart in a crowded field of packaging suppliers. Recently, we have blogged about partitions and molded pulp options, and our inflatable and other “stock” void fill options are also [...]

A quick look at today’s headlines or the nearest gas pump confirms oil prices are on a steep rise, which ultimately impacts natural gas and plastic resin prices as well as everything we buy or use that contains plastic. Experts tell us there is no end in sight, so as we see plastic packaging going [...]

Now that we’ve covered what usually causes under filled boxes and what mistakes are made in an effort to solve the problem, let’s get into the solutions The #1 Most Common, Correct Solution Please note that the list of ineffective solutions for under filled boxes provided in part one of this post does not include [...]

This year our plan is to continue being one of the best sources for practical sustainable packaging information on the Internet. We have also decided to at least monthly provide basic solutions that can benefit packagers whether they are green minded or not. In other words, providing answers to the problems we most commonly encounter [...]

Our Eco Flex molded pulp product is unique because it does so many things well, making it one of the most versatile green packaging products we offer. It is ideal for void fill, as well as blocking and bracing, and it is a stock product. In other words, no expensive dies or tools required. Molded [...]

A few months ago, we warned you that the corrugated industry was attempting to push through their third price increase of this calendar year. The market softened, and enough customers complained that the third increase planned for 2010 was “postponed indefinitely.” Now we have a similar situation developing on most plastic packaging products. The “Plastics [...]

Our Globe Guard® Oxo-Degradable Bubble Packaging 3/16” bubble and our new 5/16” bubble packaging are available by the roll. They are packed in boxes designed to ship via UPS and FedEx without any additional oversized package charges. Lower usage customers appreciate the convenience but higher volume users find the packaging redundant and costly. So we [...]

By customer request we have added the following new products to our stock items at our e-commerce store. We sincerely appreciate customers who communicate their needs because it encourages us to add new products to our ever growing product line. New- 5/16” Globe Guard® Oxo-Biodegradable Bubble Packaging on Rolls We were one of the first [...]