Top 5 Packaging Innovations Shaping 2026: AI, Sustainability, and Interactive Design

Packaging is no longer just about protection and appearance. As 2026 unfolds, the industry is leveraging AI and other cutting-edge innovations to advance personalization, aesthetics, sustainability, functionality, and consumer engagement. Here are five key packaging trends defining 2026: 1. AI-Enhanced Beverage LabelsPersonalization and customization are central to AI-enhanced beverage labels, and this trend is accelerating. […]

Custom Packaging Options – U.S. packaging & Wrapping LLC

Sometimes regular stock items just won’t do for the product you are packaging, and you need something customized to meet your needs. U.S. Packaging & Wrapping offers a wide array of custom products. Standard material custom orders are custom lengths, thicknesses, core sizes, and colors. Anything from stretch film and pallet covers to poly bags […]

Cheese Film Sheets – What Makes them Different

Have you ever wondered what cheese is wrapped in to keep it fresh until you buy it? Cheese producers select several options based on the desired presentation, storage time, and type of cheese. In short, Careful packaging designed to preserve the taste of the cheese from them to you. Cheese film sheets are one option […]

Packaging in Nature

Long before humans developed packaging for their needs, nature had its own methods to store and protect goods. Today, not only does modern-day packaging mimic nature, but nature is still a vital ingredient in packaging materials. Think of the banana. Its outer peel is inexpensive, lightweight, non-toxic, and protects the product — all desirable qualities […]

Packaging Distributor System – U.S. packaging & Wrapping LLC

Looking to become a packaging distributor? Partner with US Packaging & Wrapping to make sure you have the machines and materials available to fulfill customer orders and take advantage of consumer demand in your local area.

What is Flexible Packaging?

When it comes to packaging your products, whether for transport or resale, the choices seem endless. Understanding rigid and flexible packaging is a great starting point for making informed decisions. Rigid packaging, as the name suggests, is a solid form that holds its shape. Think hard cardboard boxes, plastic containers, metal canisters, glass jars, or […]

Tips For Shipping Heavy Boxes

Shipping a heavy box for personal or commercial reasons can be expensive, stressful, and possibly fruitless if the item arrives damaged or lost in transit. This article offers suggestions for shipping a heavy box without damage. The listed tips require additional effort but can make a difference, especially if heavy boxes are repeatedly packaged and […]

Pallet Shrink Wrap – Common Misunderstandings

Pallet shrink wrap is used to secure and protect loads for shipment and storage. Pallet shrink wrap is commonly used to unitize boxes of goods, but it can be used with many load sizes, shapes, and products. Many misconceptions should be clarified about the material, beginning with the name. Below are a few misunderstandings about […]