Piedmont Pennies: A Food Packaging Success Story Food Packaging is one of the toughest challenges in the packaging industry. Doing it right requires insight, experience and innovation that can come only from a seasoned team of packaging experts. In the case of Piedmont Pennies, Morrisette Packaging utilized every asset we have to bring this North…
THE 4 RULES OF FIREARMS PACKAGING Why Invest in Quality Packaging for Your Firearm Brand? Quality/creative/innovative packaging is a cornerstone of any successful business. Exceptional packaging will not only keep your products safe and secure during every portion of its journey, but it will also act as a marketing tool to expand your brand. How…
We at Morrisette can help you find sustainable packaging that meets your needs and the needs of your products. With a wide variety of stock packaging and a team of designers ready to help you customize your own, we can supply any company with the sustainable packaging they want.
We at Morrisette can help you find sustainable packaging that meets your needs and the needs of your products. With a wide variety of stock packaging and a team of designers ready to help you customize your own, we can supply any company with the sustainable packaging they want.
Packaging mailers are small, envelope-like packages that are used to carry smaller goods that wouldn’t necessarily fit into a box or package. In this guide, we hope to show you the different kinds of packaging mailers, and how they can be a good option to use when it comes to shipping your products.
Why Invest in Automated Packaging? The use of automated packaging machinery is becoming more and more common as technology continues to progress. Though the industry is growing, some companies find themselves questioning the use of automated machines on the assembly line. What advantages do automated machines have over traditional workers? Automated machines come with a…
What To Look for In a Package Designer The importance of packaging design is something that can never be overstated. With the design of your packaging being as important as it is, you need to ensure that you have a great team helping you design it. We hope this blog can act as a guide…
The design of the packaging that contains your product is important for nearly every aspect of your company. However, actually figuring out a design for your packaging can prove to be extremely challenging if you’re trying to design it on your own. Thankfully, there are a number of options when it comes to designing your…
What is Kitting? Kitting is the process of putting a bunch of different products together to create a new SKU (Stock Keeping Unit). However, this is different from a bundle. The term kitting is only employed when it comes to products that need to be assembled together in a specific order in a given package.…
Protective Packaging 101 Protective packaging is one of the most important cornerstones to all of e-commerce. A shipped product will go through all kinds of trials and tribulations on its way to a consumer. Protective packaging aims to do what its name suggests, protect the product during the entire shipping process. From the second it’s…
Temperature Control & Cold Chain Packaging 101 Both temperature control and cold chain packaging refer to packaging designed to keep products at a certain temperature until the time of arrival at their destination. This, of course, has countless applications. Everything from food products to chemicals needs to maintain a constant temperature. This kind of packaging…
Corrugated Packaging 101 Corrugated packaging is a style of durable packaging that is made up of multiple layers of material. It comes in a variety of different shapes and sizes and can be molded to suit a number of needs. The material that makes up corrugated packaging is called containerboard and it makes up the…
What colors say about your brand & packaging The colors of the package that contains the product that a customer purchased from your company can single-handedly alter how the unboxing experience goes for that customer. Believe it, or not, the colors of a package can change the entire vibe of a product, and the way…
Welcome to the Morrisette design center Our award-winning design center is truly one of the most unique aspects of Morrisette in the packaging distribution market. Bringing impactful designs to our customers – while maintaining a strong ROI and assembling all of the right materials – is what makes us stand out. In-house engineers at Morrisette…
Equipment The equipment that is used to automate temperature-controlled packaging plays a very important role in ensuring that your precious products don’t go bad during transit from your distribution location to your customer. One important role that automated technology takes on when dealing with packaging that is temperature sensitive is the process of coding. When…
The Importance of Packaging Design Packaging design has continued to be an essential piece of the e-commerce puzzle to success. A well-designed package indicates to your customers what you’re all about, while also keeping your product safe and sound inside. Just like anything that is subject to change with the times, packaging designs go in…
Meet Morrisette’s Patented Shrink Smart Machine For decades, the countless packaging experts who have walked through the halls of Morrisette have maintained a shared perspective on innovation. It excites us and drives much of the success we have experienced in packaging. We’re not afraid to try something new and push the limits for what’s possible. …
Morrisette has taken home two awards from MUSE design awards. We’re honored to be selected for two Silver awards in the packaging design category for structural design and for promotional design. Our Design Team is thrilled that their work has been recognized as the best in packaging and that our customers were able to benefit…
What is E-commerce Ready Packaging? E-commerce ready packaging is packaging that is used to ship your product to a consumer that purchased your items online. It also refers to packaging that has passed rigorous simulation tests to see if the packaging is able to withstand the usual motions and procedures of shipping. Essentially, having e-commerce…
Stretch Film 101 Stretch film, also known as stretch wrap, is a stretchable film made out of plastic resin that is used to secure packaged items to one another. Typically, stretch film is used to wrap multiple packed boxes together that are ready for shipping. To get a better idea of what stretch film is,…
Packaging design for companies in the food and beverage industry is one of the fastest growing areas in packaging. The landscape is always changing and customers constantly have new demands and interests in their food and beverage preferences when it comes to packaging and the end-user experience. Additionally, pressures from the environment and supply chain…
Consumers seek brands that align with their values and embrace social causes. In a survey conducted by IBM, nearly 6 in 10 consumers are willing to change their shopping behavior to reduce environmental impact and nearly 8 in 10 indicate that sustainability is important for them. To fulfill the wants and needs of customers,…
The Food and Beverage Industry In recent years, many industries have started making use of advanced technologies to assist in the process of manufacturing. The Food and Beverage Industry has always adapted with the times and, when it comes to packaging automation, this is no exception. With the ever-increasing availability of automated systems to simplify…
Conceptualizing a packaging strategy for a company with a unique product is no simple task. This gets even more complicated when you add the additional challenge of producing incredibly intricate artwork on a brown corrugated box. Meet Moog Music, the world’s leading producer of analog synthesizers. They bring to market beautiful and unique musical instruments…
What is Ecommerce Packaging? In an economy that is shifting more towards a digital landscape, it is becoming increasingly important for companies to place a stronger emphasis on branding as it pertains to packaging. As it becomes easier to find affordable alternatives for most products in today’s digital world, it becomes even more difficult for…
Your business is anchored to your ability to move your products through your warehouse and out the door to the customer. If you have more than two workers handling case forming, it’s likely time for some type of equipment to support your case flow process. Companies rely on case flow systems to effectively prepare…
This last year has proven that we can’t foresee every coming hardship. Many American businesses have had to survive lockdowns, supply chain issues, and now a shortage of labor. While the pandemic and lockdowns are soon to be in the past, the labor shortage might be here to stay for a few more months.…
The idea of the “unboxing experience” is no longer a new phenomenon. It’s also no longer an afterthought. Companies around the world are investing thousands of hours researching how they can create the most memorable and unique unboxing experience through their packaging. According to Think with Google: Unboxing video views have grown 57% over…
As a packaging distributor, we work with a wide range of customers and applications, including aviation, distribution, agriculture, and even firearms. The second amendment gives all US citizens the right to bear arms. Many cities have crime problems; women & men alike have been placed in dangerous situations that demand self defense. The art and…
Packaging automation has skyrocketed in recent years. Market forces have dictated a shift away from manual processes to automation and integrated equipment. This innovation has proven necessary. Reducing the burden of labor costs, improving quality of delivered products, and creating safer warehouses are just a few reasons why automation is only going to continue to…
In our design center, we are constantly tasked with helping our customers design packaging that is desirable for their customers, while maintaining cost transparency. This case study highlights our packaging design project with Perma-Boot. History What is Perma Boot? The Perma-Boot is a gasket-less two-piece pipe boot repair system designed to permanently repair the…
Due to shortages nationwide, high demand, and an unknown end to the unprecedented need for PPE, pricing and product availability have been volatile. Below are products that we’ve been monitoring since Covid-19 started in order to stay ahead of the game. The ‘Key’ to this report, if below is in GREEN, it is Stocked and…
United way campaigns = $121,562 (employee pledges + company match) Greensboro – $95,402 (includes corporate gift) Raleigh – $10,630 Greenville – $12,260 Roanoke – $3,270 Hands on service projects Employees giving their time and talent to help others Backpack beginnings coat collection for children Cards of gratitude for cone health covid front line workers…
One trend that has not gone away, even with the overwhelming impact of Covid-19, is an increasing preference for sustainable products at the consumer level. People are becoming more and more aware of how important it is to care for our planet. Companies are forced to comply with consumer demand or else they will get…
Many companies have been stunned lately to learn of corrugated packaging pricing increases. When you set a packaging budget and prices go up, this can impact your overall supply chain and your bottom line. For large companies, even a slight increase can mean massive budget changes. Why Is Corrugated Pricing Increasing? First and foremost,…
This year has been a difficult year for people around the world. The economic fallout that many businesses and individuals have suffered this year has shifted many people from a position of giving to a position of need, while philanthropy that is normally widespread during the holiday season is expected to experience a sizable loss…
Over 5 years ago dimensional weight restrictions permanently changed the world of parcel. Before that, shipping rates were purely calculated based on weight – the heavier the box, the more it cost to ship. Companies had to redesign their packaging solutions to accommodate a new pricing structure that considered both the package weight and volume.…
A Morrisette Design Center Case Study : NERD Every day at the Morrisette Design Center we design solutions for all types of companies. We were recently tasked with designing packaging solutions for NERD, a South Carolina based startup company that sells gun accessories. Project Background NERD was seeking design solutions for: 2 different holster…
Is your company ready for the massive influx of ecommerce orders undoubtedly coming this holiday season? Many companies are starting now, or have even already started within the last few months, to prepare their packaging lines in anticipation of a massive onslaught of orders this year. This year is different from previous years. The pandemic…
When Covid-19 first started at the beginning of the year, we could not have predicted that it would come to reshape the way people live and work all over the world. We recognize that this has created hardships for individuals and businesses alike. As these problems persist, we aim to be a champion for positivity…
When you’re running a business, every dollar counts. Unfortunately, sometimes business owners are spending so much time focusing on day to day operations that they don’t have time to pull back and see where they can improve and streamline their back-end processes. Most businesses have expertise in the products they are selling, but not…
Manufacturing and shipping a product from start to finish is not a simple task. Depending on the kind of business you are in, you might find yourself shipping full pallets on a regular basis. If so, it’s time to ask yourself an important question: is your packaging as efficient as possible? This pertains to both…
A lot can happen between the time your customer clicks the order button and receives their goods. First, your product needs to be manufactured, then packaged, and finally, shipped. Most businesses stop thinking about the product once it’s out of their hands. However, it’s time to consider all of the things that can happen…
We no longer live in a world where product packaging is an afterthought (and we’re pretty excited about that if we do say so ourselves). Over the last decade, consumer product manufacturers have been pressured to put more thought into their overall packaging process. Whether it is the aesthetics and the marketing of the product…
Sustainability is no longer reserved for only big corporate planning and the few who care. Now, it is a world-wide concern that has attention from all types of consumers. There isn’t a market or a sector that is excluded from being in the know on what is important for keeping our planet safe and maintained…
If you talk to any business owner about Covid-19 you will hear one common theme: we never could have seen this coming. The swift shut down of our world blindsided most people. The packaging conversation had been focused on sustainability initiatives, robotics, artificial intelligence, and other powerful innovations. We’ve been hyper focused on keeping our…
Many of us spend the majority of the day in our workplaces, which can inevitably lead to the spread of germs and bacteria. Due to COVID-19, most companies have had to make changes in their workforce. Whether it is an alternating shift schedule or all employees working remote, changes have to be made to keep…
Last year we set out on a warehouse expansion project for a simple reason: more space to accommodate the needs of our growing customer base. The plan was to double the size of the Browns Summit headquarters just off the Rocky Creek exit on U.S. 29 to almost 250,000 square feet. “It’s the result…
A few years ago we began looking to partner with a packaging organization to enhance our customer experience and reach more companies with our unique solutions. It was important to us to find a network that matched our core values of integrity, teamwork, and excellence. When we discovered Packaging Distributors of America (PDA), we knew…
https://morrisette.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/MSET2001_Rooted-1.mp4 Morrisette continues to monitor the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on our business and ability to service your needs. A growing number of states have implemented a Stay-at-Home Advisory. As with other Shelter in Place type programs, it defers to federal guidance on which businesses are considered essential and therefore encouraged to remain…
At Morrisette, we cannot express enough gratitude to the communities that have supported us through our decades of growth – we know that we could not be successful without our community. During challenging times, we want to recognize ways that we can help in our community. From CEO Bill Morrisette, “First and foremost, we are…
