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Packaging Definitions: Complete Glossary of Printing Terminology

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: January 3, 2024

Does it ever sound like your packaging designer is speaking a different language? Well, in some sense, they are.  Technical packaging terminology can be difficult to understand, even for those in the field for years. If you need to learn about the jargon and terminologies that are commonly used in the packaging industry, this is the guide you need.  Why Are Packaging Definitions Important to Know? ...

Fragile Goods? How to Safely Ship Products (And Reduce Return Fraud)

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: January 3, 2024

With return fraud cases rising, businesses are putting more effort into packaging fragile items safely. Return fraud is...

The Ultimate Guide to Custom Shipping Boxes

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: January 3, 2024

First impressions count and, in the age of e-commerce, the first point of physical contact many customers have...

The Ultimate Guide to Mailer Boxes

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: January 3, 2024

What’s both stylish and can be shipped directly in the mail? A mailer box! These not-so-humble box mailers...

The 3 Levels of Packaging: Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Packaging

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: January 3, 2024

You might not think much about the product packages that arrive on your doorstep.  But did you know...

4 Most Popular Types of Paper Grades in Packaging

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: January 3, 2024

As you explore the world of custom packaging, you’ll likely run into the terms paper grade and paper...

Stock Packaging vs. Custom Packaging: What’s The Difference?

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: January 3, 2024

You’ve created an amazing product. Now it's time to get it into the hands of eager customers.  You’ve...

What is Carton Packaging? Folding Carton Packaging Explained.

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: January 3, 2024

Carton packaging is an incredibly popular choice for product packaging. Everything from cereal to cosmetics comes in carton...

What is Corrugated Packaging? How Corrugated Packaging is Made & When to Print with Corrugated Material

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: January 3, 2024

Corrugated packaging is everywhere. More than 95% of all goods consumed in North America are packaged and transported...

The Ultimate Guide to Corrugated Boxes: Corrugated Packaging 101

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: January 3, 2024

Chances are, if you glance around wherever you are right now, you'll see a corrugated box or two....

The Best Ways to Reduce Packaging Costs: Thinking Outside the Box

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: January 3, 2024

If you're looking for ways to reduce packaging costs while increasing profits, you're in luck. There are several...

The Beginner’s Guide to Ecommerce Packaging

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: January 3, 2024

Often overlooked and underappreciated in the world of ecommerce logistics are the boxes and packaging in which you...

The Definitive Step-By-Step Guide to Custom Boxes (With 5 Real World Examples)

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: January 3, 2024

Admit it. We’ve all done it. You’re not meaning to be nosy, but you can’t help but notice...

Choose Eco-Friendly Packaging: Interesting Recycling Facts and Resources

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: January 3, 2024

Every single day, brown boxes and packages with a smile logo are circling around the globe.  A few...

The Beginner’s Guide to Shipping Strategy

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: January 3, 2024

So, how many gifts did you order online this past holiday season?   One gift, two gifts, or...

The Ultimate Guide to Eco-Friendly Packaging (+5 Companies Doing It Right)

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: January 3, 2024

For the past few years, online sales have been heading up, up and up – with no signs...

Wedding Card Boxes: Must-Know Tips For the Perfect Box

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: January 3, 2024

Planning a wedding is a highly emotional – and often stressful time.   You want everything to be...

9 Tips For Shipping Military Care Packages Safely and Securely

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: January 3, 2024

There are nearly 195,000 American soldiers stationed overseas.   And whether they’re located in South Korea, Afghanistan, or...

The Buyer’s Guide to Purchasing Custom Boxes (+Tips To Save Money)

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: January 3, 2024

There are so many beautiful options out there when it comes to custom boxes.   By going custom,...

Why Big Businesses Buy Custom Printed Boxes (And You Should, Too)

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: January 3, 2024

It’s just a box, right? Not nowadays. Boxes are no longer merely a way to get your goods...

The Ultimate Guide to Shipping and Fulfillment

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: January 3, 2024

It’s official. You are rolling. You’re no longer shipping a couple of stray items a month. Nope –...

How to Save on Shipping Costs: 8 Effective Packaging Strategies

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: January 3, 2024

No matter what you’re selling – whether it’s high-end vases or cheap party favors for preschoolers – you...

Surprising Ways That Custom Boxes Will Actually Save You Money

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: January 3, 2024

You’ve got a great product, so don’t skimp on your packaging.   Shelling out money on boxes may...

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