When we think of syringes, we think of injections. Long, sharp needles that doctors and nurses poke into our arms and elsewhere. This may be the most common application but it is far from the only one. Syringes allow very precise control of dosing by markings on the...

Shrink sleeves have many uses in packaging. They can be used to label and identify, to group multipacks like a shampoo/conditioner offer, protect fragile glass containers, and make a blah glass container look like fancy ceramic. They can also be used to provide a...

Filling nozzles, sometimes called filling needles or filling tubes, are the discharge point of the filler, where product enters the container. There are many designs but most are some variation on three basic types: Capillary Inward opening Outward opening Some...

Glue, more properly called adhesive is used in many packaging applications. It seals cartons and cases, affixes labels and coupons, combines products and more. Four types of glue are commonly used in packaging: · Hot melt glue is supplied in pellets or pillow and is...

Cartons are the key to sales for many products. They are what the customer sees on the store shelf. A good looking carton, properly formed with no scuffing or tearing, can be the key to moving your merchandise. Good cartoning starts with the converter (supplier)...

Steel cans are the 2nd oldest type of packaging after glass and clay bottles. They are still popular today, especially for food but for many other products as well. They have a number of desirable characteristics including: · Tamper resistant · Rugged · Easy to open ·...