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Packaging Strategies for Black Friday and Christmas: The Use of Shipping Crates

Introduction to Shipping Crates Shipping crates are a cornerstone of modern logistics, offering a reliable and secure way to ship products of all shapes and sizes. Wooden shipping crates, known for their heavy duty construction, are especially valued for their ability to protect goods during the toughest freight journeys. Whether...

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Why Custom Cases Are Essential as the Cold Returns

Protect Your Equipment from Cold and Moisture with Custom Cases As temperatures drop, equipment, tools, and sensitive goods face greater risks — humidity, condensation, frost, and everyday drops can cause serious damage. Investing in custom cases is the best way to protect everything that needs to stay clean, safe, and...

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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Transporting Equipment in a Road Case

Transporting professional, fragile, or expensive equipment — including sensitive devices — in a road case may seem simple, yet small mistakes can compromise your equipment’s safety and protection during transport. At Creopack, we know that a good road case is only effective when it’s properly used and adapted to each user’s specific needs. Here are the five most common...

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Difference Between a Flight Case and a Road Case

When it comes to transporting fragile, professional, or expensive equipment — or protecting various types of sensitive items such as musical instruments, audiovisual gear, stage equipment, or items requiring repair, restoration, or recovery — the terms flight case and road case often come up. Although these two types of transport...

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Custom Flight Case: Smart Packaging, Useful Innovation or Just a Gadget?

Between QR codes, integrated sensors, real-time traceability, and “smart” materials, the packaging industry keeps reinventing itself. So much so that one might wonder: do these technologies truly bring value, or are they just a passing trend? In a world where marketing constantly pushes innovation, it’s essential to distinguish what really...

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Why Choosing a Custom Wood Crate Is the Smartest Move for Your Product Protection

If you’re shipping heavy, fragile, or high-value products, a standard box won’t cut it. You need strength, precision, and long-term reliability. That’s exactly what a custom wood crate offers — a tailor-made solution that keeps your products safe, secure, and professionally presented, no matter where they’re headed. You can also add custom...

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Custom-Made Cases: Optimizing the Customer Experience Through Packaging

When we talk about customer experience, we often think of service, product, or delivery speed. Yet, one discreet but decisive element deserves special attention: packaging. Far from being just a container, it is an essential point of contact between the brand and its customer. And this is where custom-made cases...

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Effective Strategies for Mastering Logistics and Supply Chain Management with Creopack

At Creopack, a leading provider of innovative packaging and supply chain solutions, we recognize that mastering logistics and supply chain management is essential for businesses aiming to optimize their operations and deliver exceptional value to customers. This article explores key concepts, effective strategies, and the benefits of integrating Creopack’s tailored...

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Top Benefits of Using Heat Treated Pallets for Shipping

Heat treated pallets are essential for safe and compliant international shipping. They undergo a specific heat process to eliminate pests, ensuring the wood is free from harmful organisms. This treatment helps meet global shipping regulations, ensuring smoother customs clearance and protecting global ecosystems. This article will explore the key benefits...

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Custom Crates and Sustainability: Toward More Responsible Logistics

Custom Crates: A Sustainable Choice for Industrial Packaging In a rapidly evolving industrial landscape, sustainability is no longer limited to emission reduction or energy optimization—it now extends to every link in the supply chain, including packaging. Once seen as a purely functional component, packaging has become a true driver of...

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Cosmetic packaging: challenges and innovations

Cosmetic Packaging: Between Brand Image and Logistical Requirements In the cosmetics industry, packaging is far more than just a protective layer. It plays a strategic role at the intersection of brand image, product safety, and logistical optimization. Glass bottles, cream jars, dosing equipment, or launch kits—all require packaging that is...

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Minimalism in packaging: logistical and environmental advantages

In a context where pressure on supply chains has never been higher, industrial and commercial companies are striving to optimize every stage of their shipping process. Between rising transportation costs, increasing regulatory demands, and growing sustainability expectations, packaging has become a strategic lever in its own right. This is where...

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Top Benefits of Using Heat Treated Pallets for Shipping

Heat treated pallets are essential for safe and compliant international shipping. They undergo a specific heat process to eliminate pests, ensuring the wood is free from harmful organisms. This treatment helps meet global shipping regulations, ensuring smoother customs clearance and protecting global ecosystems. This article will explore the key benefits...

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What Are the Alternatives to Plastic in Technical and Industrial Packaging?

Facing climate urgency, tightening regulations and evolving B2B expectations, traditional plastic packaging is rapidly losing ground—even in technical and industrial sectors. Once praised for its light weight and durability, plastic is now under scrutiny for its environmental impact, low recyclability in specific contexts, and incompatibility with companies’ CSR policies. In...

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The Role of Packaging in Brand Strategy

Packaging: An Underestimated Strategic Lever In a context where brand image is a key differentiator, packaging goes far beyond its protective function. Packaging has become a full-fledged communication tool, capable of influencing product perception, customer loyalty, and corporate reputation. Whether in-store, unboxing a parcel, or during a sales presentation, packaging...

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Food Packaging in Canada: 2025 Regulations

The year 2025 marks a major turning point for the food packaging industry in Canada. With stricter regulations, growing environmental pressure, and rising consumer expectations, companies can no longer afford to improvise. To remain competitive, they must adapt their practices—from design to containerization—while ensuring compliance, safety, and sustainability. Why These...

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Client Case Study: Transforming a Standard Package into a Sustainable Eco-Designed Solution

Turning Constraints into Opportunities: Rethinking Packaging Differently In a context where companies must balance logistics performance, cost reduction, and environmental responsibility, packaging can no longer be seen as a simple protective shell. It becomes a strategic tool — one that reflects a company’s values while responding to real operational demands....

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Recyclability: How to Inform Your Customers Effectively

Information: a key lever for packaging recyclability Providing recyclable packaging in Canada is no longer enough to meet consumer expectations and environmental challenges. Too often, products arrive in so-called recyclable packaging that is poorly labeled or incompatible with local recycling guidelines, which limits its actual recovery. In a market where...

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Custom Packaging Design: Combining Aesthetics and Performance

Custom Packaging Design: More Than Just Appearance When a company aims to stand out, every detail matters—and packaging is no exception. Too often seen as a mere container or transport tool, packaging is, in reality, the first tangible element that reflects the quality, professionalism, and credibility of a brand. In...

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Common Packaging Mistakes to Avoid

Packaging: A Critical Link Too Often Overlooked When discussing business performance, people often focus on product quality, delivery lead times, or customer satisfaction. Yet, packaging is a crucial component that directly influences all of these aspects, though it remains underestimated by many companies. In today’s competitive market, packaging is far...

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Best Practices for E-commerce Packaging

Packaging: A Key Factor in the E-commerce Experience In traditional retail, customers see, touch, and evaluate a product before purchasing. In e-commerce, everything relies on a digital promise — photos, descriptions, reviews — and the packaging becomes the first tangible connection with your brand. That’s why packaging is not just...

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Reduce Costs with Smart Packaging Design

Packaging: A Hidden Lever in Cost Optimization Businesses often invest in automation and digital tools to improve efficiency, yet packaging remains an overlooked cost driver. In reality, it directly impacts every link in the supply chain — from storage and handling to transportation and returns. Poorly adapted packaging leads to...

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FSC Certification: What It Means for Your Packaging

A trusted symbol of environmental responsibility Today, environmental responsibility is no longer optional—it’s expected. The FSC certification (Forest Stewardship Council) is one of the most widely recognized labels that ensures wood-based materials come from responsibly managed forests. But what does it actually mean for your business? At Créopack, FSC certification...

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Custom Packaging: A Solution for Complex Shipping Needs

Beyond Basic Protection In today’s complex supply chain, packaging plays a strategic role. It’s no longer just about containing or protecting a product — it’s about anticipating multiple challenges: weight, format, compliance, safety, and presentation. When a product is fragile, oversized, or high-value, standard packaging often fails. Custom packaging is...

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How to Optimize Your Supply Chain with the Right Packaging

Packaging: A Strategic Lever for Supply Chain Efficiency Packaging is more than just product protection — it plays a central role in streamlining the supply chain. From order prep to delivery, every step is affected by the packaging’s quality, design, and durability. Well-designed packaging can help reduce transportation costs, minimize...

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The Environmental Impact of Packaging: Key Facts

Millions of Tons of Packaging Every Year Every year, millions of tons of packaging are put on the market. Packaging protects products, enables transportation, and reinforces brand identity. But it also generates significant waste and carbon emissions. In 2025, companies are expected to rethink their choices and shift toward eco-friendly...

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Corrugated Cardboard: A Reliable Ally for Sustainable Packaging

Sustainable Packaging Isn’t Always High-Tech Sustainable packaging doesn’t always require high-tech innovation. Sometimes, the best solution lies in a simple, proven material: corrugated cardboard. Already a mainstay in most supply chains, it has become a standard in responsible transport. Strong, lightweight, recyclable, and versatile, corrugated cardboard offers both environmental and...

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Recyclable vs. Compostable Plastics: Which to Choose?

Rethinking Packaging Materials in a Greener World As the packaging industry shifts toward sustainability, many companies are re-evaluating their materials. Among the top alternatives to conventional plastic are recyclable plastics and compostable plastics. But while both are considered “green,” they are far from equal in terms of performance, environmental impact,...

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2025 Trends: Sustainable Packaging on the Rise

Packaging in 2025: More Than Protection In 2025, packaging isn’t just about protecting products—it’s about brand identity, corporate values, and sustainability strategy. Environmental impact is now a key decision factor, just like price or lead time. As a result, sustainable packaging is gaining ground. Businesses are embracing recyclable, reusable, and...

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Custom Food Packaging: Secure, Branded, Sustainable

In the food industry, packaging builds trust In the food sector, packaging is far more than a container—it’s a tool for preservation, a guarantee of hygiene, and a powerful driver of consumer confidence. Whether on the shelf or in a delivery box, your packaging must both protect and appeal. That’s...

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How Packaging Influences Customer Purchase Decisions ?

The First Impression That Sells When we talk about the buying journey, we often overlook the role packaging plays. Yet it’s the first physical and visual interaction between a product and its buyer. Within seconds, packaging can attract, reassure—or discourage. Whether in-store or online, great packaging can trigger a purchase...

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Biodegradable Packaging: What You Need to Know

Biodegradable, compostable, recyclable… what’s the difference? Terms like “eco-friendly,” “biodegradable,” and “compostable” are everywhere in the packaging world—but they don’t mean the same thing. Choosing a biodegradable material for your packaging can be a great step toward sustainability, but it needs to be done with care and understanding. Biodegradable packaging...

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Why Choose Eco-Friendly Packaging for Your Products?

Packaging That Speaks for Your Brand In a world where environmental awareness is more important than ever, packaging is no longer just a logistical detail. It’s a reflection of your values—a statement of your commitment to sustainability that resonates with your clients, partners, and industry.Choosing eco-friendly packaging is more than...

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What is Ethafoam?

Products go through a lot of transportation, storage and handling to get from the manufacturer to the consumer. Particularly when it comes to fragile items, it is vitally important to package them properly to ensure that they arrive at their destinations intact. Packaging includes pallets, boxes and crates, but cushioning...

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What is Material Handling and Why is it Important?

Supply chain disruptions in recent years have revealed how essential material handling is to keeping goods moving efficiently. While consumers may take for granted the ease with which products arrive at their doors or on store shelves, the reality involves a complex supply chain logistics system. From the sourcing of...

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What is the unboxing experience and why is it important?

Considering the unboxing experience is important for any business, especially for e-commerce. Specialized packaging is crucial to ensure your shipments arrive at their destination in perfect condition. This has several advantages, such as improving your brand image and the customer experience. But what exactly is the unboxing experience and why does it matter? Here’s...

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How to Ship Heavy Machinery and Equipment (Expert Guide)

Shipping heavy equipment demands a thoughtful approach, one that balances the intricacies of logistics with the practicalities of large-scale machinery movement. Whether you’re relocating a fleet of earthmovers or a single industrial crane, the journey from point A to B is seldom a straight line. Presented by the logistics experts...

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What are the Benefits of Custom Crating Services?

Ever felt a pang of anxiety watching your products embark on their journey across continents? Your heart races, praying they’ll reach their destination unscathed. As a logistics manager, custom crating can help put your mind at ease. In this post, we unravel how custom crating, an often-overlooked aspect of the...

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What is Rotomolding?

You may have heard about the process of rotomolding. This technology has become more popular in the last 20 years and has revolutionized the manufacturing process of many common items. Products made by rotomolding include hollow vessels, septic tanks, road signs, and other complex hollow shapes. Rotomolding, short for rotational...

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What is Corrugated Cardboard Packaging?

Corrugated cardboard is not the same as traditional cardboard boxes. Mixing them up can lead to damaged products, unhappy customers, and lost sales. But what exactly are corrugated boxes, and why are they used in over 95% of product shipments across North America? In this article, we’ll break down what they are, how...

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What is a Packaging Engineer?

In today’s fast-paced, globalized economy, packaging is much more than just a box or a wrapper — it is a strategic element that directly impacts product integrity, user experience, and supply chain performance. Whether in the food industry, e-commerce, or high-tech manufacturing, well-designed packaging plays a vital role in protecting...

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How to Transport Sound Equipment

Professional audio-visual equipment can often be very expensive. Damages caused by something as simple as a lack of proper transportation would be a shame. Equipment protection cases are therefore one of your most important investments. For example, this may be the case for transporting DJ equipment or PA systems. Here...

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Why use protective anti-corrosion packaging?

With temperature fluctuations, high humidity levels and more, air and sea transport conditions are not always ideal for merchandise. Your products may be exposed to several conditions that can cause damage. They must therefore be protected well, especially if your products are made of metal or contain metal components. Find...

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What is the IP rating for waterproof cases?

The IP Code is an international standard developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission. It measures the level of protection and seal of a material, object, or in this case, a protective case. The IP rating always follows the same format: the letters IP followed by two digits (ex. IP23). These...

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E-commerce: how to optimize your customer reverse logistics

Customer returns logistics, also called reverse logistics, are just as important as shipment logistics. Taking the time to develop an optimized reverse logistics strategy will help you increase customer satisfaction and make significant savings. Here is how to optimize your reverse logistics strategy. Determine the main reasons for product returns...

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E-commerce: optimizing the volumetric weight of your packages to reduce transportation costs

As an online retailer, you probably want to offer your customers the best possible shopping experience. This is why you deliver their products via “express” delivery so that they arrive quickly at their destination. This express delivery is often more expensive than standard delivery since carriers systematically calculate and bill...

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Increased interest in online shopping: how to securely transport your products

Online retailers are likely to agree that one of the main challenges to their job is making sure that the goods they ship get to customers quickly and in perfect condition. With the growing popularity of online shopping, it is more important than ever to ensure that your goods are...

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Eco-friendly packaging: how to protect your items while avoiding overpackaging

Consumers are more environmentally aware than ever before in 2020 and this is strongly reflected in their online purchasing power. People want to encourage companies that make a conscious effort to limit overpackaging and reduce their environmental impact. However, reducing the amount of packaging can be worrisome for for online...

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Why is polyethylene foam an ideal choice for protecting your shipments?

Is your business expanding? You now have to ship your products on an increasing scale, given the preferred shipping methods for exchanges with your business partners or for e-commerce. However, have you reviewed the way you package your goods or inputs? Do your products require a special type of protection...

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10 Insider Tips for Reducing Packaging Costs

Tired of watching your packaging costs skyrocket? You’re not alone. In today’s competitive market, finding ways to reduce packaging expenses without sacrificing quality is a top priority for businesses of all sizes. From optimizing materials to streamlining processes, there are countless strategies to help you cut costs and improve your...

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How can transport packaging influence your customer experience?

A significant amount of work goes into the creation and marketing of a consumer product. From design development to packaging design and quality control, everything is carefully considered to present the item to consumers in the best possible light. However, customer satisfaction also depends on their buying experience. A customer...

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Why use antistatic (ESD) protective packaging for electronic equipment?

When shipping products that require defect-free protection, you need to consider all the factors that are apparent . . . and those that aren’t so obvious. Various products shipped need protection against electrical charges The electronic and microelectronic equipment industry is perhaps the most affected by the issue of electrical...

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What is Lean Manufacturing?

Doing more with less is a goal that all businesses in the manufacturing sector dream of achieving. For some companies, this can be achieved through specific organizational strategies. In this article, learn more about Lean Manufacturing, a strategy that has proven to be very effective for many organizations. Lean Manufacturing...

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Amazon packaging requirements change: a way to reduce packaging waste

With the growth of e-commerce and the global economy, an increasing number of packaged products are being shipped ever greater distances. As part of this growth, each company has to package its products for distribution or direct sale. Consequently, packaging waste has become a more widespread reality in the transport...

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The Complete Guide to Packaging Testing Methods

Packaging testing is the cornerstone of product integrity and consumer safety in today’s global marketplace. As packaging engineering experts at Creopack, we understand that thorough testing is not just a regulatory requirement—it’s a critical investment in your brand’s reputation and customer trust. In this complete guide, we’ll explore the diverse...

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Rethink your product packaging to reduce your shipping costs

Today’s business environment is extremely competitive. The ease of doing business online has allowed a large number of companies to enter the market and join the game. However, only companies that effectively manage their costs have the ability to do well and survive. For these companies, whether or not they...

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What are the benefits of protective foam for packaging?

In a world where shipments are ever-increasing due to online orders, a growing number of companies need to review the way they package and protect their products. Many different types of protective foams can be used to this end. Find out about the features and applications of the two main...

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Packaging for international shipments: what should you consider?

Packaging quality is the key to preventing damage during transport and ensuring that your package reaches its destination in perfect condition. Assessing your packaging needs is therefore an essential step in determining the most appropriate packaging for the type of goods you want to ship internationally. Here are the most...

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What is the meaning of the symbols on your packaging?

Many packages have symbols on them. Each of them has its own meaning and informs us about the nature of the goods, as well as the handling instructions to be followed to avoid damaging them. While some of these symbols speak for themselves, others are more difficult to interpret. To...

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What should you consider when choosing reusable packaging?

Strategies to reduce the consumption of single-use plastics with the goal of achieving zero waste often focus on reusable products. Reuse may not be feasible for all types of packaging, but it can nevertheless lead to significant waste reductions and a much more reasonable consumption of natural resources. Find out...

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How to Calculate Crate Shipping Costs

In the world of logistics, understanding the cost of shipping a crate is crucial for businesses that regularly ship large items. The cost of crate shipping is influenced by a myriad of factors, making it a complex subject to navigate. From the size and type of the wooden crate to...

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Container Shipping: 6 Logistics Considerations Before Shipment

The strategic approach to packaging and handling of goods for container shipping can strongly influence a company’s profitability. In fact, global financial impact of cargo loss, which includes losses due to improper packaging of container-shipped goods, is estimated to exceed $50 billion annually according to the National Cargo Security Council...

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E-commerce: why should you choose custom packaging for your year-end shipments?

An increasing number of consumers make their holiday purchases online, which allows many e-commerce companies to do great numbers at the end of the year. If you are involved in e-commerce yourself, you know that the packaging of your products is important to protect them during transport and prevent returns...

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Why protect your oversized equipment during road transportation?

Have you ever encountered a convoy carrying oversized equipment on the road? Although it is not common for motorists to see them, some companies regularly have to deal with shipping huge items. If you are a company that has to deal with oversized equipment transportation, here are some reasons why...

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What are ISPM 15 Pallets and Wooden Packaging?

Wood packaging is regularly used to transport many goods between different territories. However, wood pallets and materials intended for export must comply with the requirements of the ISPM 15. Developed by the United Nations’ International Plant Protection Convention, these export standards mainly deal with the treatment of wood. What is ISPM...

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Choosing Packaging Materials: An Expert Guide

Selecting the right packaging materials is a critical decision for businesses across industries. The choice of packaging can significantly impact product integrity, operational efficiency, and overall costs. Proper packaging ensures that products arrive at their destination undamaged, maintaining quality and customer satisfaction. It also plays a crucial role in optimizing...

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What is eco-design packaging and what are its benefits?

The planet is under pressure. Economic activity uses resources at a rate that is unsustainable for nature. The situation is so severe that an increasing number of companies are banking on eco-design packaging to help solve this global problem. But what is eco-design and are there real benefits for companies...

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Shipping Medical Equipment Safely and Securely

Navigating the intricate world of shipping medical equipment demands utmost diligence and care due to stringent guidelines aimed at preserving product integrity and patient welfare. Discover how to ensure the safe passage of vital medical equipment, from lifesaving devices to large machinery, employing strategies developed by the leading shipping professionals...

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How can your e-commerce business reduce customer returns?

Customer returns are one of the most important issues when running an e-commerce business. Essentially, too many product returns and refund requests can have a very negative impact on an online company’s budget and even reduce its chances of long-term success. Of course, since customers often don’t have the opportunity...

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Online business packaging: Why hire a professional?

Many currently booming companies operate exclusively online. These companies save considerable amounts of money by not having to invest in a space to set up their shop. However, they have other challenges to face. Among these challenges, the packaging of products to be shipped to customers is significant. Here are...

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Different Types of Packaging Foam and Choosing the Right One

Packaging foam comes in many varieties, each with its own unique properties, advantages, and drawbacks. Choosing the right foam is essential for ensuring your products arrive safely at their destination. The type of foam that will work best depends on factors like the weight, size, shape, and fragility of the...

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Eco-friendly packaging: raising awareness in companies

In the past, many companies tried to attract consumer attention with sophisticated packaging and attractive logos. In order to find the right packaging, they had to consider the cost, the materials, the size and the product to be packaged, without thinking about environmental impact. Today, sustainable packaging is no longer...

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Package design: a competitive factor for your business

Package design is one of the most important elements of a successful product. Your package must enable easy storage and distribution. It must also display information about its contents and draw attention to itself on a shelf full of competing products. From this perspective, it makes sense to think that...

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Medical industry: the challenges of pharmaceutical packaging

The medical industry faces many daily challenges, including those associated with pharmaceutical packaging. In effect, medications are highly sensitive to temperature changes, transport or other handling. Failure to adequately protect them can render the product unusable. Pharmaceutical packaging therefore plays a very important role in ensuring the protection and maintaining...

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How can you prepare your business for end-of-year shipments?

The end of the year is a turning point for companies. Essentially, with the holidays, they have to deal with a much higher volume of package shipments than the rest of the year while avoiding mistakes. These numerous end-of-year shipments are a major challenge for companies. On the one hand...

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Why should you create customized Christmas packaging?

For many companies, the arrival of the Christmas holidays leads to the question of packaging. Should you use simple boxes or genuinely custom packaging? In this article, you will discover the different ways businesses can benefit from offering customized Christmas packaging. Customized Christmas packaging: customer-focused Quality packaging As Christmas approaches,...

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The 5 advantages of custom cases for businesses

For many years, several companies have been equipping themselves with custom cases for their logistics. A wide variety of models exist for different purposes. In this article, discover the 5 main advantages to use custom cases for your company. A case that protects your valuables One of the main advantages...

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Christmas packages: 3 essential ways to maximize the customer experience

As Christmas approaches, the holiday shopping period is a crucial time for e-commerce businesses. It is worth noting that about 30% of Quebecers use online commerce sites to shop for their Christmas presents. This figure is constantly increasing. This period also presents many risks for retailers who ship their products:...

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Factory Relocation Step-by-Step Checklist and Guide

Relocating a factory or manufacturing plant—often referred to as a plant relocation—is a complex undertaking that requires meticulous planning and flawless execution. Whether you are moving to a larger facility to support business growth, consolidating operations to reduce costs, or shifting production closer to key suppliers or customers, a factory relocation involves...

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The importance of ecommerce packaging

Ecommerce currently accounts for 8.7% of all retail purchases worldwide. This figure will double by 2020. Most of these products transit through the post office or private transport companies, sometimes traveling thousands of kilometers before arriving safely. Choosing the right packaging is therefore essential to ensure the safe transport of...