December might signify the end of the calendar year, but June 30 marks the end of the fiscal year for Econocorp and many other companies across the nation. Econocorp is proud to be completing a strong and successful year that demonstrated rising sales numbers and enabled participation in many important…
There’s no denying that candy and snacks are industry leaders when it comes to food sales. However, this also means major competition between brands, which is why snack and candy makers are upping their game and using packaging innovations to attract and retain customers. Here are just a few of…
The average consumer may not always consider the systems required to achieve reliable and attractive product packaging and cartoning, but companies like Econocorp specialize in it. This is why Econocorp will be participating in two major international packaging expos this June. Here’s everything you should know about these exciting upcoming…
Plastic has enjoyed its time to shine as a packaging agent and general household material, but it is now coming under fire for its less-than-stellar environmental and health implications. While many industry leaders have been working to combat the effects of plastic by developing BPA-free material and cutting down on…
It only takes one glance at a cup sleeve from Starbucks to be reminded that big brands are committing themselves to packaging that causes less of a negative impact on the environment. Every coffee cup sleeve at Starbucks reads, “Same great sleeve, less waste. Because we care about our planet,…
Plastic has long reigned as a favorite packaging material thanks to its flexibility and versatility, but it is no friend to the environment or human health. These concerns have led packaging experts to introduce fiber as a sustainable alternative. Here is everything that you should know about this innovative option!…
In the packaging industry, time spent doing anything other than packaging products is time spent wasted. The more efficiently that machinery continues production, the higher profit margins can remain. However, this isn’t always possible due to machinery downtime. Since minimized downtime leads to stronger profits, it is important to use…
Some things go together effortlessly, like peanut butter and jelly, while others leave you scratching your head. Beer, packaging, and lawsuits have recently become tangled up together as Greg Koch, co-founder of the widely respected craft brewery Stone Brewing, has filed to take MillerCoors to court for attempting to steal…
From coffee cups to snack packs and everything in between, consumer decision making is heavily swayed by the convenience that their purchases will provide. This has inspired leaders in the packaging industry to overhaul their packaging strategies in order to make their products more attractive to convenience-driven customers. Flexibility Glass…
The movement toward environmental consciousness in the packaging industry has been occurring for many years, and sustainability trends will continue to evolve through 2018. Consumers are drawn to products that can boast environmental consciousness, and many are even willing to pay more for brands that position themselves as leaders in…
