Atlantic - Beyond the Box

Corrugated boxes, commonly used for shipping, storage, and packaging, are among the most recyclable materials available. Recycling them not only helps reduce waste in landfills but also conserves resources and supports sustainable practices. However, to ensure corrugated boxes are recycled effectively, it’s important to follow proper steps, whether at home or in the office. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about recycling your corrugated boxes correctly. 1. Understand What Corrugated Boxes Are Corrugated boxes are made of paperboard with a fluted, corrugated sheet sandwiched between flat linerboards. This structure makes them lightweight, strong, and easy to recycle. Common examples include shipping boxes, moving boxes, and packaging for electronics or consumer goods. Tip: Only recycle boxes that are made of corrugated cardboard. Thin, paper-based packaging like cereal boxes may also be recyclable but require different handling. 2. Check Local Recycling...

In today’s fast-moving market, businesses need packaging solutions that offer speed, flexibility, cost savings and quality. While large-scale printing still has its place, many brands—small and large—are shifting toward short run packaging printing because it helps them adapt to changing demands without the financial burden of huge production quantities. Short run packaging printing is the process of producing smaller batches of packaging materials, typically using digital printing technology. This allows companies to print only what they need, when they need it. But when is this option the right choice for a business? Let’s explore the situations where short run packaging printing becomes the ideal solution. 1. When Launching New Products Launching a new product often comes with uncertainty. Businesses may not know how well the product will perform, what type of packaging will resonate with customers or how much inventory to produce. Short run printing offers clear benefits: L...