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At Brown Packaging, we provide insightful content about the packaging industry to keep our clients, followers, and partners informed with the latest trends and accurate information. Our goal is to equip you with up-to-date knowledge that helps you stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of packaging.

Choosing a folding carton isn’t just about the graphics or the style—it’s about how the structural design and substrate work in tandem. The right combination

Seasonal promotions are among the most powerful opportunities for brands to capture attention in retail environments. From holidays to back-to-school campaigns, point-of-purchase (POP) displays serve

Freight is one of the largest cost drivers in retail packaging programs. Point-of-purchase (POP) displays that look impressive on the floor may be inefficient to

Incorporating recycled fiber into corrugated board is essential for sustainability goals, but it directly affects the mechanical properties of packaging. Understanding how fiber composition influences

Score cracking—visible fiber breakage along a fold—can ruin a carton’s appearance, weaken its structure, and cause failures on automated lines. Understanding the causes and engineering

E-commerce packaging for pet products must endure far more stress than traditional retail packaging. Shipments face repeated drops, vibration, compression, and environmental fluctuations. Structural design,

Corrugated boxes lose a significant portion of their original compression strength during prolonged storage, especially under load. Understanding the mechanics of compression creep and the

E-commerce exposes folding cartons to more handling points, longer transit times, and harsher mechanical stresses than traditional retail distribution. Designing for these conditions requires careful

The Edge Crush Test (ECT) is a critical performance metric for corrugated boxes, directly correlating to stacking strength and load-bearing capacity. In the high-stress world

RSC boxes are widely used because they balance strength with cost efficiency. But not all RSC boxes are created equal. Buyers have to weigh board

RSC boxes dominate corrugated packaging, but they aren’t always the best fit. Specialty box styles like Full Overlap (FOL), RETT mailers, and die-cut formats offer

In the competitive pet care industry, packaging graphics can be as influential as product quality when it comes to driving sales. For pet food, treats,

Managing packaging for your business is more than just ordering boxes and labels—it’s about sourcing the right materials, coordinating timelines, ensuring quality, and staying aligned

When it comes to packaging, cutting costs doesn’t mean cutting corners. The most cost-effective packaging solutions are those that balance performance, simplicity, and scalability. Whether

Your customers are constantly giving you clues—through reviews, support tickets, returns, and even social media posts. If you’re listening closely, you’ll find that consumer feedback

A great packaging supplier can do more than just deliver boxes or pouches—they can become a valuable partner in your product’s success. When you build

Packaging prices don’t always stay still. Whether due to raw material costs, tariffs, labor increases, or supply chain shifts, price hikes can hit unexpectedly—and impact

When most buyers think of packaging design, they picture logos, colors, and graphics—but what’s often overlooked is structural design: the way your box is shaped,

Rigid boxes are the premium standard in packaging—perfect for luxury products, high-end electronics, skincare, and gift sets. But creating a beautiful rigid box is only

Rigid boxes are known for their durability, structure, and high-end feel—but what truly gives them their luxury appeal is the finish. That polished, vibrant exterior

When it comes to maximizing shelf space and capturing buyer attention, few pairings are more effective than folding cartons and POP displays. Whether it’s a