Expanding Horizons: What Joining TransPak Means for Reid Packaging When Reid Packaging joined forces with TransPak, it marked more than just a business acquisition — it opened the door to a broader range of services and solutions for Reid’s customers. … Read more
Protecting Sensitive Electronics During Shipping: Tips & Techniques Shipping sensitive electronics can be challenging. These devices are vulnerable to damage from shocks, vibrations, temperature changes, and electrostatic discharge (ESD). Without proper protection, costly repairs—or even replacements—may be unavoidable. Fortunately, there … Read more
Safely Packaging & Shipping Lithium Batteries: Best Practices & Considerations Lithium batteries power many of the devices we rely on daily, from smartphones to electric vehicles. However, packaging and shipping these batteries requires special attention due to the potential … Read more
Heavyweight Crating: Understanding How to Package Heavy Machinery Relocating a factory or shipping industrial machinery isn’t just about packing up and moving out; it’s about ensuring that every piece of heavy equipment arrives safely and intact. And while it may … Read more
For many manufacturers, a contract award from the US Military can be a great business opportunity. If you are looking to scale up your operation, the Defense Department is a great client, as they buy high quality items at scale. … Read more
Concealed Damage in Industrial Shipping.Part 2: Single-Use Indicators for Shock, Tilt and Humidity In a previous article, we discussed the problem of concealed damage in industrial shipping. This is when the damage that a product has sustained is not visible … Read more
Concealed Damage in Industrial Packaging: How to Diagnose and Prevent It – Part 1 – RFID tags Freight damage is a perennial problem in the shipping industry, with blame, claims, and headaches affecting everyone from manufacturers to shippers to end … Read more
Volatile Corrosion Inhibitors (VCIs) & The Crucial Importance of Corrosion Protection A recent study by the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) estimated that the global cost of corrosion amounts to $US 2.5 trillion, or about 3.4% of the global … Read more
Why Vapor Barrier Materials are an Integral Part of Any Packaging Solution If you’re shipping valuable products long distances then it’s important to understand the harm that moisture can have on your products. Though many understand the need … Read more
Help! It’s raining inside this shipping container. This article at a glance: What is Container Rain? It is harmful condensation that occurs when shipping containers move through different climates/temperatures. An estimated 10% of global shipments are damaged by container … Read more
