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Polypropylene Packaging

January 15th, 2008 · No Comments

Polypropylene packaging is applicable as cartons, transparent packaging, clear boxes, pillow packs, wraps, gift packs, hanging packs, trays & lids & bases. Polypropylene packaging products include cosmetics and toiletries, drinks and accessories, clothing and textiles, house wares, gift, and confectionery markets, primarily for the retail industry.
Materials Used in Polypropylene Packaging

The materials that are commonly applicable […]

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Tags: Carton Packaging · Cosmetic Packaging · Polypropylene Packing

Foam Packaging

November 25th, 2007 · No Comments

Utilizing foam as a packaging material is an economy process without negotiating product protection. It’s a fast packaging method by expanding the foam in seconds as protective cushions that improves the productivity significantly. Foam packaging is a versatile system that can meet the requirements whether it is speedy void fill, precision cushioning or tough bracing […]

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Tags: Foam Packaging

Flexible Packaging Equipments and Technology

November 22nd, 2007 · No Comments

Flexible packaging is one of most innovative and growing field in packaging industry. Changing market trends and consumer requirements are continuously reshaping the mode of packaging numerous consumer products. Flexible packaging is flexible truly, as it requires regular inception of new technologies in the systems.
Flexible Packaging Materials
Flexible packaging materials have a real, flexible range of […]

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Tags: Pharmaceutical Packaging · Flexible Packaging

Conductive Packaging Methods

November 17th, 2007 · No Comments

Electronics products require specialized packaging which will protect the sensitive equipment from dust, heat, corrosion and static during shipping. Fortunately, the manufacturer has some options available when deciding how to safely deliver the product to the customer, no matter where in the world that may be. 
Machineries and Technologies Available:
    
Thermoplastics: One interesting and cost effective method […]

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Tags: Heat Sealers · Conductive Packaging

Cardboard packaging methods

November 12th, 2007 · 1 Comment

Sir Malcolm Thornhill produced the first commercial cardboard box in England in 1817.  Cardboard boxes are low cost, easily purchased everywhere and can be recycled once their initial use is finished. When Kellogg developed flaked cereals, their choice of product container was a cardboard box. This greatly increased the use of cardboard boxes, as other […]

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Tags: Carton Packaging

Stretch machines

November 5th, 2007 · No Comments

Stretch wrap packaging method has sparked off a miniature revolution in the packaging industry. Stretch wrapping techniques are employed for their efficiency. Not just that using the stretch wrap method also assures protection and productivity. To hold objects securely and conveniently, stretch film is preferred. This eliminates the process of opting for costly materials or […]

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Polystyrene packaging

October 25th, 2007 · No Comments

Polystyrene is found as packing material in an assortment of shapes and sizes across supermarkets and households.  Being a lightweight material, polystyrene is also used as cushioning substance in packaging of kitchen appliances as well as electronic items. Polystyrene is also leak proof and stays in shape while packing food and keeps edible items fresh.
Cushioning […]

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Metal Packaging

October 6th, 2007 · No Comments

This is a unique kind of packaging facility that differs from the rest due to its amazing sturdiness, safety of packing and for the general outlook. There are several items that require strong metal packaging during transportation and shipping. Products like customized or imported chocolates, paints, gift items and soft drinks use metal packaging for […]

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Tags: Tray Sealing · Metal Packaging

Biodegradable packaging materials and machinery

September 9th, 2007 · 4 Comments

Lately, there have been various global issues doing the rounds even in the packaging industry. Experts recommend packaging companies to offer options for biodegradable packaging. The materials normally used may not be recyclable or environment friendly. Several packing companies are working towards creating biodegradable packaging solutions for clients.
Materials used for Packaging
Biodegradable plastics: special polymer substances […]

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Tags: Food Packaging · Environment Friendly

Antistatic Packaging - Static Shielding and Moisture Barrier Bags

July 8th, 2007 · No Comments

Antistatic packaging is essential for most electronic products, common and uncommon. These especially include exposed components to be packaged. Excellent examples would be main boards, add-on cards and microchips. Proximity to any electrostatic field can result in the formation of static charges on these components. These components and articles have the propensity to be damaged […]

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Tags: Electronics Packaging · Antistatic Packaging