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10/16/2018

Do you know the rules about wood packaging for international shipping? This article has a long explanation for those who like to read. If you're not one of those, give us a call at 630.584.0873. We know the rules and how to make overseas shipping crates that work!

International Shipping from the USA: Fumigation and ISPM 15 rules. Economy Sea freight Services.

10/08/2018

International shipping can be tricky. These tips from FedEx can help. The packaging experts at Rapid-Pac know international shipping, too. Give us a call at 630.584.0873 for packaging ideas.

Weâ re committed to making the international shipping process as simple as possible. Find what you need to start shipping internationally today.

10/01/2018

That plain brown carton you're using to ship your product can actually help spread the word about your brand! Read this article from Total Retail about how companies are taking advantage of their shipping containers to increase awareness of their products.

The next great frontier for digital print is the secondary package that holds them — that is, the corrugated box.

09/24/2018

Recycling wood crates and pallets is the responsible thing to do. But keep in mind, it's different from recycling paper or plastic. Recycling company Northstar Recycling offers some great information and tips in this article.

...wood is a common waste stream for manufacturing plants. Here are a few facts you should note if you are considering wood recycling for your facility

09/18/2018

Warehouse management systems vendor, Skuvault, offers these tips for making your warehouse the best it can be. We'd bet there's something here for every warehouse manager - from newbie to experienced vet.

When you're ready to optimize your warehouse's packaging operation, give the experts at Rapid-Pac a call at 630.584.0873. We've got what you need at a price you can afford.

Retailers need to know how to optimize their warehouse in order to reach peak efficiency. Write down these 6 tips to get organized.

09/11/2018

If you're using polystyrene foam as protective packaging, you need to read this article from Packaging Digest. You'll find some great ideas to help you reduce your EPS foam and its impact on the environment.

Three actionable ways to reduce your company’s reliance on expanded polystyrene and environmental footprint in the plant and throughout the supply chain. Increased numbers of manufacturers and retailers are undertaking initiatives to eliminate or significantly reduce their use of expanded polystyr...

09/03/2018

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08/28/2018

Think corrugated is boring? Think again!

Once used primarily for transporting products and storing items in attics, it seems corrugated packaging finally managed to find its way to designers’ hearts for several reasons.

08/20/2018

There are more kinds of strapping than you might think. Learn about the types in this Wikipedia article, then call the experts at Rapid-Pac to find out which one is right for you.

Strapping, also known as bundling and banding, is the process of applying a strap to an item to combine, stabilize, hold, reinforce, or fasten it. The strap may also be referred to as strapping. Strapping is most commonly used in the packaging industry.

08/13/2018

Hey incoming college freshmen, does this describe you or someone you know? If so, packaging engineering might be the right field for you! Check this slide show from Packaging Digest to learn more.

Do you cringe when you hear someone say cardboard? Or have an irresistible urge to scold a person when you see them rip open a package in a way that ruins the reclosable feature? Does it take you forever to shop in a store because you’re looking at products you’d never use just because they have...

08/06/2018

If you've never shipped large items or palletized freight via UPS, these tips may help you do so successfully. Still not sure what you need? The packaging experts at Rapid-Pac can help. Give us a call at 630.584.0873 today to get started!

Learn how to prepare freight shipments, including combinations of palletized items, boxes that are too large to ship using other UPS services, or multiple non-palletized pieces.

07/30/2018

Arkansas logistics company OnTime Logistics predicted these trends for warehousing and shipping in 2018. If you're in the shipping biz, you know how realistic the predictions were. Are they happening?

As we approach the end of 2017, business analysts for each industry have made their predictions for the oncoming 2018. At On Time Logistics, we are continually keeping a sharp eye on the growing trends in the industry. Here are the five that we believe will be the primary forces shaping the future o...