Archive for July, 2008

Packing Electronics in Cardboard Shipping Boxes

July 30, 2008

 Electronics, like computers and audio and video equipment can be some of the most expensive and fragile things we buy and sell. So it’s important to know how to pack them properly and send them safely in cardboard shipping boxes.

It’s always a good idea to pack electronic equipment such as computers in the original cardboard shipping boxes they came in. However that is not always possible, so PackagingSupplies.com offers an extensiveselection of cardboard shipping boxes to ship a safe and secure container for whatever electronic equipment you need. We have corrugated cardboard bookfold boxes that are perfect for laptops, and heavy duty RSC cardboard shipping boxes for desktop monitors and computers. Be sure to order cardboard shipping boxes that are slightly larger than the equipment you’re sending, so you’ll have space for the all-important layer of padding.

 

To assure safe travel, before packing your equipment in your cardboard shipping boxes, it’s necessary to wrap your electronic equipment in appropriate padding. We recommend either bubble wrap or poly sheeting. Bubble wrap is the lightest padding material, which means it will save you on shipping costs. But for heavy electronic items like desktop computer towers, you may want to go with the extra protection that poly sheeting offers. Foam poly sheeting may be heavier, but the density provides extra defense from scratches and other damage that the package may incur while traveling.

 

Whichever one of our cardboard shipping boxes you decide on, should first be padded with either the bubble wrap or poly sheeting. Once the bottom and sides of the cardboard shipping boxes boast a few layers, wrap your electronic equipment with your padding material. Apply the bubble wrap or poly sheeting snugly. Then once it’s securely fitted in the carton, apply one last layer of padding to the top of the package. Any loose pieces, like replacement nuts and screws, remote controls, or cords should be sealed in anti-static ploy bags and placed along the side of the cardboard shipping boxes.

 

When everything is in place, close the cardboard shipping boxes and seal them with packing tape or flatback tape. Then label the carton “Fragile – top load.” Congratulations, your electronic equipment is now set to ship, safely and securely.

Using VCI Paper as Protective Paper Packaging

July 22, 2008

VCI paper protects all types of metals from corrosion, which makes it ideal as protective paper packaging for storing tools, especially over long periods of time. VCI paper is recommended protective paper packaging for all types of products made of copper, ferrous, cast iron or silver. VCI paper is a kind of protective paper packaging, usually brown, that’s covered in a shielding oil blend.

 

VCI paper is great for shipping metal products as well. They’re the best kind of protective paper packaging when it comes to guaranteeing defense against rust, moisture and humidity while shipping. When encasing metal products in VCI protective paper packaging, you won’t have to worry about airtight packaging.

 

It’s recommended that you order one square foot of VCI protective paper packaging for every three square feet of surface area being covered. PackagingSupplies.com now offers great deals on VCI paper and all other great protective paper packaging materials you may need. So drop by and get a load of our unbeatable prices.

The Advantages of Pallet Wrap Film

July 16, 2008

In 2006, the market for pallet wrap film reached 3 million tons. And the industry has not stopped booming. It’s expected to grow by 7% per year. By 2011, the market for pallet wrap film is expected to reach 4 million tons.

 

Demand continues to increase globally for pallet wrap film. Why? Well, pallet wrap film offers several advantages over other forms of pallet packaging. Pallet wrap film applies easily and is cost-effective. Pallet wrap film is durable too. The puncture resistant film comes with an extended core, one inch in diameter, which can easily serves as a built-in handle. That means you can apply the pallet wrap film quickly and efficiently. PackagingSupplies.com offers two lengths, 20” and 30”, to fit your needs. In addition we have several thickness options, between 70 and 90 gauge, so you can get pallet wrap film as hefty or flimsy as you like.

 

Pallet wrap film is a great way to make sure your shipments reach their destinations safely. If you’re dealing with pallets, then we think that pallet wrap film is the best option. Keep your customers happy. Keep your shipments safe with pallet wrap film.

Brand your Product with Cheap Custom Labels

July 9, 2008

If you’re starting a small business, or if you’re already operating a small business and you’re looking to expand your customer base, one of the most cost-effective ways to get ahead is to pump up your brand’s awareness using affordable cheap custom labels among your customers. Giving your company an image and a personality will make your enterprise linger longer in the minds of your customers. You’ll have more success in landing return customers and a more recognizable place among the general public.

 An easy way to boost your brand’s awareness is with a logo or insignia on your product with stickers, decals or cheap custom labels. At PackagingSupplies.com, we offer a range of custom label options. Whether your business sells food or drinks or candles or nails, we have the cheap custom labels and packaging stickers that will make your products more attractive and more desirable. PackagingSupplies.com has cheap custom labels that come in all shapes, sizes and formats. We offer permanent adhesive decals as well as cheap custom labels that complement paper and cardboard package, glass containers, or metal boxes. We offer a huge range of colors and sizes as well, so you’ll get the custom label that best fits your business and your image.

Marketing your brand can be tough, and you need every advantage to compete. That’s why cheap custom labels can become a key element of your branding campaign. It will help cement your place in the marketplace. Cheap custom labels are a low-cost marketing and branding tactic that can potentially lead to large payoffs. Give your business an image. Give it a brand. Give it a chance to grow. Cheap custom labels will help your enterprise soar.