The Box Basics
The vast majority of manufactured goods that are shipped in the U.S. arrive in corrugated boxes. Most people handle a corrugated container on a regular basis, and yet they know very little about what makes the material unique and why…
How to Seal a Corrugated Box
Did you know that you should always tape the bottom of a corrugated box before you begin to pack it? Folding the bottom flaps over each other might seem like a great idea until you pick it up, the bottom…
Industry Spotlight: Furniture and Design
The furniture and design business relies heavily upon shipping. As a provider of furniture and other decor items in this industry, you need to make sure that every item arrives safely and in one piece. A successful delivery relies not only on the inner packing pieces but also on the exterior of your shipment.
Employee Spotlight: Mike Dedrick
With over four decades in the business, we’d like to think we do corrugated box solutions right. The go-to manufacturer of boxes in a number of shapes, sizes and custom features, we take pride in our establishment. Located right outside of Savannah, Georgia, our support comes from all over. At Express Packaging our success starts with our employees.
The Benefits of Corrugated Cardboard Packaging
Have you ever been tasked with moving an office or shipping a number of items at one time? Think about the packing, then stacking boxes, then the final move. Things can get hectic very quickly. In the midst of everything, you’re having issues with finding boxes to meet your needs. The solution? Corrugated cardboard.
How Summer Humidity Affects Corrugated Boxes
Humidity during the summer months can be difficult for people, so it should be easy to consider what that same humidity could do to corrugated boxes. They don’t perform well after getting wet and having the wrong type of moisture in the air could start providing the same results. The amount of humidity in the air has a definite effect on the strength of corrugated boxes, so when moving or storing items in a high humidity region, using a stronger box, or moisture resistant adhesive (MRA) type box is recommended.
Environmental Sustainability: Corrugated Boxes
Express Packaging has long understood the impact our company has on both the environment and the people who use our products. As the debate rages about the best ways to go green, we’ve been busy finding ways to make smarter choices for the future. It’s why we’ve chosen corrugated cardboard as our sole packaging material. Learn more about how corrugated cardboard protects both the contents of your package and the world around us.
Employee Spotlight: Mike Reardon
For decades, Express Packaging has been the go-to corrugated box manufacturer located just outside of Savannah, GA. Throughout its history, the company has manufactured boxes of all sizes, shapes, and customized features. To date, an employee who has helped to shape the past, present, and future of Express Packaging is Mike Reardon.
Flexographic Printing for Special Occasions
Flexographic printing uses a semiliquid ink to imprint raised text onto a number of surfaces, including cardboard and DIY gift boxes. The tactile experience of the letters presents a special touch that recipients won’t forget. If you’re getting ready for a special occasion, consider how flexographic printing can add a little extra flair for your consumers’ gifts.
Industry Spotlight: Building and Construction
Every day, supplies, tools, and products are sent to building and construction sites throughout the country. Transporting these items requires a strong, durable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly shipping solution. Fortunately, corrugated packaging offers the strength and versatility needed to ship a wide range of construction items. From protecting materials against moisture to lowering shipping costs, corrugated packaging is a trusted choice in the building and construction industries.
