What Is MIL-B-131 Barrier Material? MIL-PRF-131 barrier material is a military performance specification that protects large and small items packed and shipped for the military. The United States military needs robust packaging and storage materials to protect various items from adverse elements, and MIL-PRF-131 is a type of packaging that provides this protection. Caltex Plastics […]
What Is MIL-PRF-131 Barrier Material?
Why Use Polyethylene in Packaging?
Why Use Polyethylene in Packaging? Polyethylene packaging is popular because it protects the contents and eliminates harmful contaminants, providing vital protection to the consumer in many ways. It is a member of the polyolefin resins and is the most used plastic. It comes in three varieties: low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and linear low-density […]
Choosing the Right Food Packaging
The food and beverage industry is sensitive, and you must carefully choose your food packaging to eliminate contaminants. Food packaging keeps the product fresh and safe while in storage and transit. It also acts as a marketing tool to attract customers to your products. Types of Food Packaging You can use many types of packaging […]
Your Guide to Plastic Packaging Used in Automotives
In the automotive industry, companies have to handle and ship fragile parts. Plastic packaging materials help protect these parts from damage during storage and transportation. Many automotive parts are oddly shaped and may need custom plastic materials to keep them safe. Factors to Consider When Selecting Plastic Packaging in the Automotive Industry How you package […]
What Is MIL-STD-2073 for Shipping?
What Is MIL-STD-2073 for Shipping? MIL-STD-2073 for shipping is a set of standards you should follow when shipping items to the military to ensure they don't degrade during transportation and storage. As the military may receive sensitive, critical stock for battle and other national operations, these standards must be met to maintain the integrity of all contents. [...]
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What Should You Not Do to Avoid ESD?
What Should You Not Do to Avoid ESD? To avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD), remember to ground yourself, avoid handling your merchandise with your hands and protect ESD-sensitive stock with packaging that provides adequate ESD protection. ESD is all around us even when we don't realize it, like feeling static electricity when walking over a carpet [...]
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How to Minimize Damage and The Most Commonly Damaged Items During Shipping
How To Minimize Damage & Most Commonly Damaged Items During Shipping Posted: March 2022 Author: Jim Higgs TABLE OF CONTENTS Most Commonly Damaged Items Most Common Causes of Shipping Damages How to Prevent Shipping Damages Are Carriers Liable for Shipping Damages? Carriers occasionally damage shipments during transit as a result of human error. From dropping [...]
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Plastic Packaging VS Paper Packaging
PLASTIC PACKAGING VS. PAPER PACKAGING Posted: July 20th, 2019 Author: Jim Higgs TABLE OF CONTENTS Plastic Packaging Paper Packaging Which Is More Sustainable, Paper or Plastic Packaging? Determining Which Is Right for Your Application Paper or plastic — the age-old question. Each one has its benefits and drawbacks, and the right choice for a business will depend on [...]
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How To Prevent Logistics Damage To Electronics
HOW TO PREVENT LOGISTICS DAMAGE TO ELECTRONICS Posted: updated March/April 2020 Author: Jim Higgs TABLE OF CONTENTS What Can Damage Electronics During Shipping? What Is the Best Method for Safely Shipping Electronics? What Are the Different Levels of Electronic Packaging? What Is the Best Packaging Material for Electronics? Ensuring Pallet Integrity What Shipping Companies or Methods Are Best [...]
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Shrink Wrap Versus Pallet Covers
SHRINK WRAP VERSUS PALLET COVERS Posted: updated July 2020 Author: Jim Higgs TABLE OF CONTENTS What Is Shrink Wrap? How Does Shrink Wrap Work? What Is a Pallet Cover? How Do Pallet Covers Work? Choosing the Right Pallet Cover for Your Shipment How to Measure for a Pallet Cover What Is the Standard Size of a Pallet? How [...]
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