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Plastic Packaging Manufacturers and Companies

IQS Directory provides an extensive list of plastic packaging companies and suppliers. Utilize our website to review and source plastic packaging companies with our easy-to-use features which allow you to locate plastic packaging companies that will design and engineer plastic packaging products for your exact specifications. Our request for quote forms make it easy to connect with leading plastic packaging companies. View company profiles, website links, locations, phone number, product videos, customer reviews, product specific news articles and other production information. We are a leading manufacturer directory who will connect you with the right companies whether you are looking for flexible packaging, PVC packaging, or snapable plastic packaging.

  • Greeneville, TN

    We have plastic packaging that goes unmatched by the competition! We are committed to bringing you products with lasting value in order to keep you coming back to us for all of your needs. Our skilled teams of designers will work with you in order to come up with the perfect type of packaging that will fit your specifications exactly. To learn more visit our website today or email our staff with your questions and concerns!

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  • Stirling, NJ

    Engineered Plastic Products custom forms & fabricates sheet thermoplastic materials, standard & specialized, for any number of industrial & commercial requirements. EPP has been widely recognized for outstanding manufacturing & service since 1958 for companies such as GE, NASA & AT&T. Custom fabricated parts can be as large as 72"x108" down to 2"x2" in any thickness up to 1 1/2". Post-forming includes all types of machining & assembly.

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  • Sparks, NV

    Quality Plastics Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of vacuum forming since 1976. Whether you need a small batch of custom vacuum-formed parts or a large-scale production run, we have the capabilities and expertise to deliver. We are committed to providing our customers with exceptional vacuum-formed products and services that meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Contact us today to learn more about our vacuum-forming capabilities.

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  • Aurora, OH

    At Lerner Molded Plastics, we specialize in crafting high-quality vacuum-formed products tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With years of expertise in the industry, we take pride in our ability to deliver innovative solutions that exceed expectations.

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  • Tigard, OR

    RapidMade is a leader in thermoforming and vacuum forming solutions, offering unmatched customer experience, quality, and speed. We cater to diverse needs with a broad material and equipment portfolio, ensuring cost-effective, engineered parts. Trust us for reliable, timely delivery of your small to medium batch plastic projects, meeting the highest industry standards. Choose RapidMade for efficiency, quality, and value in every project.

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  • Edwardsburg, MI

    At Duo Form, we are pioneers in the realm of vacuum-formed plastic products. With a collective passion for precision engineering and creative problem-solving, we've established ourselves as leaders in delivering high-quality solutions to a wide range of industries.

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  • Lake Zurich, IL

    At Designcraft, we pride ourselves on being pioneers in the field of innovative design and manufacturing solutions. We specialize in vacuum forming, a versatile and cost-effective method for creating high-quality plastic components. Our team of skilled engineers and designers work tirelessly to ensure every product we produce meets the highest standards of precision and durability.

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  • Coleman, MI

    Robinson Industries offers thermoformed and injection molded reusable, heavy duty plastic pallets, packaging and more. We are one of the largest suppliers of reusable pallets to many industries because of our expertise based on 65 years in business, our completely in-house process and our high quality certifications including ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004. Join the Robinson Family today!

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Plastic Packaging Industry Information

Plastic Packaging

“Plastic packaging” is an umbrella term that covers all containment packaging or storage units made from polymer resins, or plastics. Plastic packaging is very popular. In fact, more than 53% of packaged goods are packaged in plastic. It enjoys this widespread usage for a number of reasons.

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Advantages for Plastic Packaging

For one, plastics have quite a range; They can be transparent, translucent or opaque and they may be produced in any color. This means plastic packaging can serve diverse applications. Notably, clear plastic packaging is perfect for product display and identification. Another reason that plastic packaging is so popular is the fact that it is quite inexpensive to produce. Also, generally speaking, plastics are durable and lightweight. Depending on their properties and how they formed, they may also be textured or smooth and rigid or flexible. Additionally, they may have virtually any length and width. While plastic packaging can be used in essentially every industry, some of the industries in which it is most heavily used include: healthcare, retail and consumer goods, food and beverage, sporting goods, electronics, entertainment and cosmetics.

Plastic Packaging Processes

Two examples of very common plastic packaging are blister packs and clamshells. To produce plastic packaging such as these, manufacturers use processes including thermoforming, vacuum forming, pressure forming, plastic injection molding and blown film extrusion.

Thermoforming Plastic
Thermoforming is a process that makes plastic forms through heating, stretching and cooling. It begins with the heating of plastic sheets inside either an infrared heater, an electric heater or a natural gas heater. Once they are heated, they then are carefully transferred to the form station, where they are stamped or pressed against a mold. At this point, the thermoforming process splits into two, continuing either as vacuum forming or pressure forming.
Vacuum Plastic
During vacuum forming, a vacuum suctions out all the air in between the mold and the plastic so that they stick firmly to one another. During pressure forming, pressurized air forces the plastic into the mold, where, once again, the plastic adheres to the mold. Either way, once this is done, the thermoforming process continues with the cooling step. Once the plastic cools, it becomes rigid. While these methods are quite similar, pressure packaging is considered more strongly adhered and more reliable than vacuum packaging. However, the removal of air during the vacuum forming process reduces the likelihood of contamination, a fact that can both increase the shelf-life of some food products and create a more sterile environment for medical applications.
Plastic Injection Molding
Plastic injection molding, which can be performed using thermoplastics, thermosetting polymers or elastomers, is a process in which molten plastic material is injected into a cool mold. Once the plastic has taken on the mold’s shape and has cooled, it can be ejected. Finally, during blown film extrusion, a tube of molten polymer is fed through a die and then inflated several times its original size, in order to create a film bubble. This method is used to create shrink wrap.

Types Plastic Packaging

Plastic packaging procedures can be divided into three major groups: primary packaging, secondary packaging and transit packaging.

Primary Packaging
Engaged when a manufacturer plans to send an item directly to a consumer or consumer market. Items wrapped in primary packaging are encased in the closest layer of plastic packaging to themselves only. Primary packaging is applied to retail items, fruit, electronics, cosmetics, OTC medicine, etc.
Secondary Packaging
Refers to the packaging of larger quantities of goods in boxes or cases for delivery and transit packaging. In other words, secondary packaging refers to the second layer of packaging outside primary packaging. Secondary packaging is important for holding primary packaged items together and preventing theft and/or tampering.
Transit Packaging
Finally, transit packaging is when bulk products or groups of products are packaged together in large loads for loading, unloading and transport. Transit packaging, also known as tertiary packaging, is also used in warehouse storage.

In addition to the categories above, plastic packaging types can be divided into several groups. One such group is consumer packaging, which is a term some people use to identify plastic packaging that is sent directly to a consumer or household. Similarly, some people assign the terms “distribution package” or “transport package” to plastic shipping containers used to ship, handle and/or store products and primary packages. This term refers to packages that would likely be wrapped during secondary packaging. Other plastic packaging is categorized by industry or application. Examples include: pharmaceutical packaging, bulk chemical packaging, retail food packaging and medical device packaging.



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