Paperboard Packaging: Solutions and Sustainability
Print is what we do, and we are known in the print production industry for our quality, broad capabilities, and customer service. Over the past two years, we have successfully built upon our strengths by expanding our folded carton and paperboard packaging division. In a world where there is a strong concentration on shifting to digital marketing, there is a lot of debate about the future of print. However, as long as there are consumables on the market, there will always be a need for packing and packaging consumer products. Whether on shelves at the grocery store or shipped directly to consumers, a product's packaging is an integral part of the consumer experience. Each packaging component is a touchpoint between a brand and its consumer. Packaging tells a story, is your brand's first impression, and can speak volumes about your business. Yet, even though we don’t see a decline in packaging production (in fact, the size of the packaging printing market is expected to grow 8% over the next 5 years*), it is not without its challenges.
There is a growing demand for sustainable and compostable packaging over plastics. Studies show that more than a third of global consumers will pay more for sustainability, and 61% of consumers in the U.S. consider sustainability when making a purchase.** This presents a challenge for packaging production, as printers must not only source environmentally-friendly materials but should also consider where and how those materials are sourced, the carbon footprint associated with them, the cost, the durability, the functionality, and the printing capabilities of the chosen medium. As if that wasn’t enough, they also need to maintain compliance with ever-evolving regulations.?
Firstly, we’ll take a look at e-commerce. As the e-commerce industry continues to grow at a substantial rate, so does the demand for sustainable and efficient packaging solutions. Tackling these challenges requires a great deal of innovation and ongoing development. Lisa Pierce, Executive Editor of Packaging Digest , says, “A sustainably optimized package for e-commerce groceries is one that is right-sized, can be properly disposed of in a circular way - meaning recyclable or reusable - and keeps the product safe and protected through the entire shipping process physically and thermally.”3
So, what’s the best choice? Paperboard packaging may be the packaging answer the industry is looking for, as it presents a solution to these challenges, along with many other benefits:??
E-commerce and consumer brands should consider the benefits of paperboard to meet their unique packaging needs and look to packaging suppliers and producers who use sustainable materials, have a “green” mission, and are continuously thinking outside the box to come up with innovative and unique solutions to meet brands’ expectations.?
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So where does dcc fit into this equation? We are equipped to handle your paperboard packaging needs without limitations. In this modern digital age, companies want production to be quicker, cheaper, and more efficient. Firstly, we offer fast turnaround times at competitive pricing with no minimum order quantities, so there is little waste. Executive Vice President at dcc, Cary Battaglia, mentioned, “We hear that larger specialty packaging printers have large minimum orders that can equate to 200,000+ pieces. Therefore, if the client only needs 20,000, they pay for the full amount and then throw out the remainder. dcc is able to support the smaller runs in a more cost-effective and sustainable manner.” Secondly, we ship worldwide and work with a number of suppliers who offer sustainable raw materials, like Neenah Folding Board, available in a range of colors, weights, and textures and made from premium fibers. Thirdly, we can customize your design, add variable personalized data, and utilize real-time quality control with machine learning - all with less energy consumption. And did we mention fast turnaround times? Here at dcc, we can do it all, from retouching to printing, fulfillment, and drop-shipping. We are ready to tackle your challenging packaging project in its entirety! Contact us @[email protected] for a quote or a plant tour.?
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