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Are Polyolefins Biodegradable? Here’s What You Need To Know.

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Are Polyolefins Biodegradable? Here’s What You Need To Know.

POF, or Polyolefins, are macromolecules formed through a process called polymerization. If you’re someone who ships goods, then you’re familiar with shrink wrap - a type of Polyolefins. With rising climate concerns, you might be searching for a more eco-friendly alternative.  But is it possible to find biodegradable shrink wrap?      Before we answer that, let’s chat about what it means to be biodegradable.  The ability to decompose items by microorganisms like bacteria or fungus and incorporate them into the natural environment is called "biodegradability." This might be surprising to some people, but biodegradable materials shouldn’t go into landfills... Read more

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How do you use a heat gun effectively?

Posted by Rodrigo Barrientos on

How do you use a heat gun effectively?

If you are an entrepreneur who produces and sells your products, you know just how important packaging is. From the container to the label and seal, everything comes together to create a well-done product. However, having the right tools and materials that are best suited for your product and your overall production can make a world of difference.  Perhaps one of the most underrated tools you can have in your arsenal as a manufacturer is a heat gun. When it comes to putting on the finishing touches in packaging and sealing the product, heating guns can make the process seamless.... Read more

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How to know which gauge to use for your product?

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How to know which gauge to use for your product?

Whether you are new to the shipping industry, or your business is growing and you now ship to customers locally or inernationally, using shrink wrap is a must to protect your goods. Choosing the right gauge for your machinery and to wrap your products is also equally important.  What is a shrink wrap gauge ? When talking about shrink wrap, the gauge refers to the thickness of the film. The thickness goes from light to heavy and has a range on both spectrums. The higher the gauge, the thicker the film. The most common thicknesses are the 60 gauge (light),... Read more

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Why Are Shipping Containers So Expensive All Of A Sudden? Here’s What You Need To Go.

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Why Are Shipping Containers So Expensive All Of A Sudden? Here’s What You Need To Go.

If you’ve had to ship anything during the last few months, you’ve most likely noticed the spike in prices. For many people, this has made restocking a nightmare. The cost of a single shipping container has risen dramatically in the last 18 months due to the coronavirus disrupting supply chains and trade routes. Route prices have increased sevenfold, if not more. But why has the cost of shipping containers from China gotten so high? The Reasons Behind The Spike In Shipping Container Cost      The main reason is, of course, the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic. In 2020, the epidemic... Read more

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What is the most expensive thing to ship?

Posted by Adrián Fernández on

What is the most expensive thing to ship?

Have you been eyeing that new Lamborghini as a gift for yourself? Or maybe you’re in construction, and you’re looking at expanding your equipment fleet? When considering these types of items, it’s important to understand that the shipping cost is an additional cost to think about.  Factors that influence shipping cost Dimensional weight Your shipment’s dimension and weight contribute to how much you will be charged for shipping. It goes without saying that the larger and heavier the item, the more you will pay when it comes to that criteria.  Shipping distance Shipping distance is calculated by miles. If your... Read more

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