In this article, we explain how a proof compares to the final printed packaging, what types of proofs exist and which proof type we recommend for best results. What is a proof? A proof is a representation of how your printed packaging will look after it is printed. There are a few different types of […]
Wednesday, May 27th, 2020
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The packaging industry is evolving – this evolution is bringing opportunities and challenges. An article on the US-based Chase and Associates website discusses key insights across all packaging types from 2019 that every packaging buyer should be aware of. Below we have summarised the key points. Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence is been used to improve […]
Friday, April 24th, 2020
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At Dollard Packaging, we have been manufacturing cartons since 1982. In this time, we have helped many customers find innovative solutions to their packaging challenges. For many packaging challenges, there may be more than one solution. If you have a packaging conundrum, make sure to utilise our expertise to help figure it out. Our 37 […]
Tuesday, November 26th, 2019
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A report by Chase & Associates gives anyone wishing to recruit staff to work in packaging 4 things they need to know if they want to recruit the best employees. Chase & Associates is an American recruiting company that specialises in packaging recruitment. Below is a summary of the key points. Sustainability Technology Millennials Company […]
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Wednesday, September 25th, 2019
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Ways to Reduce Packaging Costs – 8 Questions to Ask At Dollard Packaging, we know that you’ve got a lot to do in running your business, and like every business, you’ll want to minimise your packaging costs while still getting the best quality packaging. We’ve being producing printed packaging since 1982 – that’s a lot […]
Tags: checklist, number of printed colours and cost, packaging buying hints, Packaging buying tips
Monday, September 16th, 2019
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First-time Packaging Buyers Guide (Carton and Sleeves) “Never judge a book by its cover”. We have all heard that well-known saying many times but while we’re out shopping and we come across a product, especially food, that’s in a package or carton, well, we’ve no choice but to judge the food by its “cover” or […]
Tags: buying cartons guide, buying printed cartons guide, buying printed packaging - tips, First Time Buyer Guide, First Time Packaging Buyer Guide, How to buy printed cartons, how to buy printed sleeves and boxes
Tuesday, July 16th, 2019
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What are the Challenges and Solutions Sought by Packaging Professionals in 2019? The above question is the main focus of a survey carried out by the Mark Allen Group ahead of the Packaged Global Summit in June 2019. The research was carried out by the Mark Allen Group, a research and event organiser. 100 packaging […]
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Thursday, March 21st, 2019
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What will packaging look like in 5 to 10 years’ time? In this article, we look at a post on the packaginginnovation.com website that summarises a report by Smithers Pira on the predicted changes in packaging between now and 2027. About Smithers Pira. Smithers Pira offers market reports and consultancy to the packaging, paper […]
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Monday, February 25th, 2019
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In this article, we will discuss the key ways that you can reduce the cost of your cartons or sleeves in 2020. We will take account of the fact that cost is not the only factor to consider, i.e. there is no point reducing the cost of your packaging if it does not look as […]
Tags: how to reduce the cost of printed cartons and sleeves, number of printed colours and cost, Packaging buying tips, ways to reduce costs of printed packging
Friday, January 18th, 2019
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To help our customers with various aspects of packaging, we have added new Helpful Guides to our website which can be downloaded for free. They cover a wide range of topics that will be useful to packaging buyers, packaging designers, packaging students, for staff training etc. Below is a list of the new Helpful Packaging […]
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Tuesday, September 25th, 2018
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