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Better Packages
March 15th, 2017
What is your company’s goal when shipping products? It is to make sure the products inside the corrugated cartons are delivered in perfect condition. If you are successful, your customers are satisfied and your company’s costs are reduced. To keep your products protected, you’ll need a versatile sealing solution so your cartons can withstand the shipping process and your business can run cost-effectively. Sealing solution elements to consider include harsh handling treatment, theft, productivity, and branding. One sealing product, reinforced water-activated tape, also known as gummed tape, is uniquely suitable to stand up to the shipping challenge. This post highlights how gummed tape can benefit your business.
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Better Packages
March 6th, 2017
Want to manufacture a machine that builds customer loyalty? Make sure your customers help you build it. And then change it. And make it better. Companies that understand the critical role their customers can play in creating and improving their machines are the companies that last. “By partnering with our customers over the years, we have been able to provide simple, safe packaging solutions that have created long-term customers. It’s a collaboration that has helped us evolve our products over our 100 year history to satisfy changing customer needs. We start by finding out what their needs are in terms of functionality, cost and production. Then, we design a product that not only meets their requirements, but also reflects their definition of machine excellence, “says Allen Crowe, Director of Engineering & Product Support for Better Packages, a wholly owned subsidiary of Intertape Polymer Group (IPG). In 2017, Better Packages, Inc. and IPG’s Central® brand of water-activated tape are jointly celebrating 100-year anniversaries.
If you are shipping cartons directly to your customers, you know the importance of choosing proper packaging to ensure the safety of your products throughout the fulfillment process.
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Better Packages
February 21st, 2017
Do you have a fast-paced packaging environment that needs an electric water-activated tape dispenser to increase your company's productivity? The Better Pack 755e model is available in two versions, 755eS and 755eM, to satisfy both the domestic and international markets. The difference in these models is that dispensing on the “eS” is measured in inches, while the “eM” is measured in centimeters.
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Better Packages
February 2nd, 2017
Gummed tape, also known as water-activated tape (WAT), is a highly effective carton sealing method that forms a permanent bond with corrugated cartons. “Bonding” means that the tape’s adhesion literally becomes part of the carton and, as a result, your products stay protected throughout their shipping process. No one can break into the carton without the tape being ripped and the intrusion detected. Using gummed tape in conjunction with a gummed paper tape dispenser also saves your company time and money which enhances productivity and helps grow your business. Performing the recommended regular maintenance on equipment can often be overlooked. People get busy doing their jobs and don’t necessarily give much thought to the tools that help them do their jobs efficiently. It’s important to remind employees about the need to systematize machine maintenance and to explain why it’s so important. This article discusses the benefits of regularly maintaining your water-activated tape dispensers.
Sporting Goods | E-commerce | Packing & Shipping Tips
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Better Packages
January 30th, 2017
Winter-weather enthusiasts purchase their sporting equipment through a variety of channels including specialty stores, chain stores and online. Since 2012, online sales of winter sporting equipment has averaged approximately 20% of total sales in the U.S, making ecommerce a vibrant $180 million category. If you are engaged in the online sale and the shipping of snowboards and ski equipment, you know that they require careful attention to make sure they arrive to customers in ready-to-use shape. Read on to learn some best packing practices for ski and snowboard shipments.
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Better Packages
January 30th, 2017
In an age of disposable everything, is there still a place for products that can last decades? Two celebrated packaging brands say “YES”. Both have focused on a tradition of excellence and longevity that has allowed them to remain relevant into the 21st century. Better Packages, and its parent company, Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) through its Central brand of water-activated tape, share a perspective on the importance of quality that is allowing them to thrive in the 21st century of electronic fulfillment.
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Admin
January 24th, 2017
Firearm enthusiasts have flocked in droves to the internet over the past decade, enticed by the efficiency and privacy of online shopping. Popularized by gun broker.com, eCommerce is an effective method for selling and shipping firearms, ammunition, and accessories. Regardless, online shipments of firearms require careful attention, as shipping a gun across the country can open up a pandora’s box of questions concerning how to properly abide by the laws, regulations, and shipping requirements that apply to firearms shipment ( for detailed tips on legal shipping requirements, check out this UPS post). On top of that, it's essential to know the best practices to ensure that firearm shipments arrive unscathed and in tip-top-shape. Continue reading to learn a few tips that will help alleviate a few of the troubles associated with shipping firearms.
E-commerce | Packing & Shipping Tips | Water Activated Tape
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Better Packages
January 23rd, 2017
Technology is constantly evolving and many people are eager to obtain the latest electronics. Electronics are relatively fragile and often expensive, so it's important to understand how to safely pack and ship these products. Take a look at the following tips to properly package electronics so you can prevent costly damages and returns that can occur when shipping electronic devices.
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Better Packages
December 21st, 2016
How does a company live to age 100 and beyond? At a time when the average lifespan of companies listed on the S&P 500 is only 15 years, what does it take to hit the century mark? One company, Better Packages, Inc. knows. The company, based in Ansonia, CT, develops and markets equipment to dispense water-activated packaging tape. During 2017, the company will be celebrating their century mark. Philip L. White, Better Packages' CEO, shared some thoughts on corporate longevity that can help businesses of all sizes outlast their competitors:
E-commerce | Safety | Furniture
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Better Packages
December 13th, 2016
Buying new furniture is a significant investment. Consumers expect that the furniture they purchase, whether from the showroom or online, will arrive at their home in pristine condition. As buying furniture online becomes more prevalent, it's critical that companies, at a minimum, meet customer’s expectations. This article explains strategic ways online furniture companies can exceed expectations in the packaging and delivery process.