Versa Pak’s Growth Optimization Officer Eric Howard got his start in packaging as many new to the industry did in the 1990s: sweeping the floor. After a lucrative career as a professional skateboarder, Eric’s priorities shifted with a baby on the way. Packaging wasn’t the industry he imagined finding himself in, but after his first… Read more »
There are no easy solutions when it comes to reducing the environmental impact of manufacturing. At Versa Pak, our approach to sustainability is all about balance. We focus our energy where the biggest reductions in environmental impact are possible – from operations, new equipment technologies, and material innovations – while producing film products that offer… Read more »
If there’s one polyethylene film that can prevent many packaging and supply chain woes, it’s shrink bundling film. Here’s what you need to know about this versatile packaging solution, from its numerous advantages to common uses. What Does Shrink Bundling Film Do? Shrink bundling film effectively unitizes products. This low density polyethylene (LDPE) film offers… Read more »
Polyethylene bags and sheeting are used across multiple industries and have various end-uses. Used for protecting everything from car parts to packages in your mailbox, polyethylene products are the material of choice for many applications. Because of its versatility (polyethylene can be custom-manufactured to meet different strengths and capabilities depending on the end-use), polyethylene bags… Read more »
Sometimes a single resin just isn’t enough to get the properties you need for your packaging. That’s where co-extruded films (also called Co-Ex blends) can help. What are Co-Ex Blends? A co-extruded film is an engineered multi-layer film composed of two or more resins. Resins are selected to carefully combine the properties your packaging needs,… Read more »
What makes Versa Pak polyethylene packaging strong and stretchy? Elastomers and plastomers in our custom poly blends are usually the reason! Today we’re diving into what they are and how they’re used to create packaging with the properties you need. What are Elastomers? Elastomers are a type of polymer – essentially a string of large… Read more »
Today’s blog post is authored by Michael Brunswick, president of Versa Pak. At Versa Pak, our culture and values are the cornerstone of our business. They shape how we work and guide the way we treat each other and our customers. I wanted to share more about our history and growth up until now to… Read more »
Help your customers’ products stand out with colorful polyethylene options to match their branding and needs. At Versa Pak, we offer a wide range of color options for tinted bags, co-ex and mono bubble poly products. Preview Our Poly Color Options We offer tinted polyethylene products in every color of the rainbow. Check out a… Read more »
The packaging industry is in a constant state of change. In the post-pandemic market, evolving with the latest trends is critical for manufacturers to keep pace with demand and consumer preferences. Here are five areas packaging providers should focus on in 2024. 1. Custom Packaging Projects Demand for custom films and packaging surged in the… Read more »
Exceptional customer service is the guiding principle of all we do here at Versa Pak. From our humble beginnings nearly four decades ago, we’ve grown into a polyethylene solutions provider driven by the needs of our customers. While we’ve expanded our offerings over the years, one thing has remained constant: our dedication to knowing… Read more »