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On September 18, 2026, Fastmarkets RISI recognized a $70 per ton increase in linerboard and $100 per ton in recycled medium, the third round of containerboard hikes this year. Here is what it means for your box costs and how to respond.

A missing box or partition can stop a line as fast as a missing part. Vendor managed inventory and JIT delivery move the job of keeping packaging stocked to your supplier.

Class A parts get damaged by contact, movement and abrasive materials. The fix is to isolate each part and make sure only soft, non-abrasive materials touch the finish.

If wood pallets or crates leave the country, they generally need to be ISPM 15 treated and stamped. Here is what that means and how to order the right pallet.

Returnable dunnage usually wins on high-volume, closed-loop routes. Expendable packaging wins on low volume, one-way or long-distance lanes. Here is how to decide.

Polyethylene foam handles heavy, repeated loads, polyurethane cushions delicate items, and cross-linked polyethylene protects sensitive finishes. Here is how to pick.

Corrugated partitions are interlocking dividers that keep parts separated inside a box or container. Here is how to choose between corrugated, plastic corrugated, chipboard and paper.

Corrugated pricing moves in cycles, and the latest round of increases has businesses looking for ways to control costs. Here's what's driving it and practical ways to push back.

What to look for when buying pallets and partitions, from material choice to load capacity, so your shipments stay stable and your storage stays organized.

Weighing the cost, timeline, and brand impact of custom versus stock packaging to help Michigan businesses make the right call for their products.

A practical guide to picking the correct corrugated box dimensions, so your products ship safely without wasting money on oversized packaging.