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Why Modular Foam Inserts Make Tradeshow Logistics Easier

by Foam Industries

Fixed packaging case inserts work well when the same products and displays travel in the same configuration year over year, tradeshow after tradeshow. But they can present a new problem: ...

Choosing a Packaging Partner, Not Just a Packaging Supplier

by Foam Industries

There’s a big difference between getting the packaging you ordered and getting the packaging you actually need. Packaging suppliers can get the job done, but a true packaging partner does more than ...

Custom Foam Inserts for Tradeshow Product Demonstrations

by Foam Industries

Tradeshow product demos create a packaging challenge that standard outbound shipping doesn’t fully account for. The product needs to arrive safely, but the packaging also needs to work throughout the ...

5 Questions to Ask Before Committing to a New Packaging Supplier

by Foam Industries

Most purchasing teams start looking for a new packaging supplier because something changed. Maybe lead times slipped, communication became inconsistent, pricing changed, or the supplier stopped being ...

How to Validate Packaging for Sensitive Medical Devices

by Foam Industries

Medical devices cannot rely on assumptions when it comes to shipping protection. A packaging system that looks protective is not always one that performs consistently under real-world shipping ...

Why Air Gaps in Packaging Lead to Damage

by Foam Industries

You’ve probably had this experience before: You open a package and immediately notice how much empty space is inside. It feels off. Whether it’s a bag of chips, a container of detergent pods, or a ...

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How to Prepare for Environmental Regulations

by Foam Industries

Environmental packaging regulations are here – and they’re reshaping design, manufacturing, and disposal. For procurement leaders, this shift creates a new layer of responsibility. It’s no longer ...

What to Do When You Inherit a Packaging Spec That Doesn’t Work

by Foam Industries

You didn’t design the packaging. You didn’t pick the materials. But now the damage reports and uncomfortable internal emails all land on your desk. Inheriting a packaging spec is common. Inheriting ...

Tips for Creating a Better PR Box

by Foam Industries

A good PR box does more than just ship a product from A to B. It creates a moment. The structure, pacing, and materials guide how someone feels before they even touch what’s inside. When everything ...

PE vs PP Foam: Which is Better For Protective Packaging?

by Foam Industries

When you’re choosing foam for a case insert or a custom-packaged product, the decision usually comes down to two materials: polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP). Both protect parts from shock and ...

What Is a Cushioning Curve? Designing Better Foam Packaging

by Foam Industries

When you’re designing protective foam packaging, every inch matters. The goal is simple: use just enough foam to protect your product without wasting material and adding unnecessary cost. That ...

How Much Does My Foam Part Weigh?

by Foam Industries

When planning production for a new product, one of the first questions that comes up is: how much will it weigh once it’s packaged? Shipping costs depend heavily on weight…but if your foam packaging ...

Extended Producer Responsibility Coming to MN: What to Know

by Foam Industries

Packaging rules in Minnesota are about to change in a big way. A new law built on Extended Producer Responsibility (ERP) is designed to incentivize sustainable packaging by shifting responsibility ...

What is Foam Lamination?

by Foam Industries

Foam is tough, but lamination makes it tougher — and better looking. By adding an extra layer, lamination reinforces foam’s natural strength while opening the door to more design possibilities. The ...

Void Fill vs. Custom Foam Packaging: Pros and Cons

by Foam Industries

Every company wants to get their products from point A to point B without damage and by using the most cost-effective options possible. Void-fill like packing peanuts and crumpled paper is often the ...