Packaging 101

Industrial Packaging Tape

Pyramid Packaging sells and inventories industrial packaging tape, or carton sealing tape from Shurtape. It can be used for both manual and machine carton sealing applications. Shurtape adheres well to corrugated boxes since it is designed for industrial packaging applications.

The tape is available in a variety of colors, widths, and thicknesses. It can also be custom printed with your company logo. Depending on your packaging application, the tape is available in paper, polypropylene, polyester, acrylic, printable, reinforced, pressure sensitive and hot melt.

The most-commonly used tape for shipping, carton sealing tape provides a durable seal and will help secure products for transit. Pyramid Packaging offers a variety of carton sealing tapes with different lengths, styles and colors.

Industrial packaging tape, such as carton sealing tape, may have an acrylic, hot melt rubber, or natural rubber adhesive system. The typical film backing may be clear, tan, or any number of colors, in the case of PVC. These tapes range from 55 yard or 110 yard rolls. Machine length rolls can vary from 1000-2000 yards. Also, the width may be 2 or 3 inches. Finally, these packing tapes are offered in many different thicknesses. Economy tapes may be less than 1.5 mils thick while heavy duty carton sealing tapes are over 3 mils thick.

For more information on your industrial packaging needs, contact Pyramid Packaging at 847-272-3400 or fill out our Contact Us form by clicking here. We also can be reached via email at [email protected].

Video: Poly Raincoat – Good or Bag Idea?

Poly Raincoat – Good or Bag Idea? A Pyramid Packaging classic video! We sell multiple bag sizes, whether you need a makeshift raincoat or not.

To learn about our bag offerings, click here to see a list of stock bags-on-a-roll used in multiple sizes, width and other attributes.

To learn more about poly bags, we have dedicated pages on our website where you can download spec sheets, our offerings and identify which style is best suited for your needs.

Pyramid Packaging will work with your company to figure out a best fit, no matter the application. Additionally, we supply various types of poly bags and bagging equipment for packaging applications.

We offer lay flat, printed, gusset, liner, mattress, anti-static, biohazard, sheeting, garment, newspaper and other bags. The bags are used for food, industrial, pharmaceutical and mail order packaging.

However, it’s more than just bags. Pyramid Packaging also provides bagging equipment from Autobag to automate the bagging process for different volume needs. As a stocking distributor and packaging expert since 1968, Pyramid Packaging aims to provide customers with high quality packaging supplies and services.

Use this Contact Us link, or email us at [email protected]. You can also give us a call at (847)-272-3400 to learn more.

Mail Order Packaging Solutions: Changing shopping habits

View our online Power Point presentation to learn more about Pyramid Packaging’s mail order packaging solutions. Mail order packaging solutions can shift shopping habits and attitudes to becoming more conscious about the packaging industry.

The popularity of online shopping and Mail Order Fulfillment is booming. This presentation explains how it works and provides solutions so you can take your e-commerce to the next level. It is a game-changer for consumers shopping for a quick solution and producers looking to improve speed and efficiency.

These services are used to mail or ship items ranging from apparel clothing, prescription drugs, vitamins, and books. Mail order and e-commerce fulfillment packaging houses need to send products out as quickly and efficiently as possible. In order to speed up the delivery process, fulfillment houses will use automated bagging equipment.

Mail Order Fulfillment – Packaging Equipment from Pyramid Packaging Inc.

If you enjoyed this presentation, you can reach out to Pyramid Packaging in a number of ways. First, you can fill out this form to contact us and a member of our customer service team will get back to you promptly. Next, you can call us at (847)-272-3400. Finally, you can also email us at [email protected] for any inquiries.

Earth-Friendly Packaging Supplies

Pyramid Packaging is a leading supplier of Automated Packaging’s Earth Aware products. It uses an additive that causes biodegradation in 9 months to five years, depending on exposure conditions.

Material performance properties and shelf life remain in tact, as biodegradation only occurs when in contact with other biodegrading material, such as the conditions found in landfills, home and commercial composting.

Features of EarthAware

  • EarthAware® is a highly sustainable offering
    being made with at least 95% recycled content.
  • EarthAware® is designed for recycling through
    Store Drop-Off and carries the H2R logo.
  • The material comes in a roll and inflates on
    Sealed Air Rocket.
  • Available sizes: 8×5 – Soon to come: 8×8, 10×8
    and 12×8. All sizes have a roll length of 2,600 ft.
    Minimum order quantity 1 pallet – 36 rolls for 8×5
    and 8×8 – 27 rolls for 10×8 and 12×8

Earth Aware Packaging supplies include:

  1. On demand AirPouch™ FastWrap Recycled & biodegradable bubbles and tubes.
  2. Earth Aware biodegradable bags feature a special formulation that causes degradation without compromising performance.
  3. AirPouch void-fill air pillows are available in EarthAware™ Biodegradable and Recycled Films. These pillows offer superior seals and puncture resistance for durability and reliable air retention.

First, click here to fill out a contact us form where you can request more information on our Earth Aware packaging supplies. Next, we also have a good email address to reach us at, which is [email protected]. Finally, you can call Pyramid Packaging at (847)-272-3400.

All About Pyramid Packaging Presentation

View our online presentation to learn all about Pyramid Packaging’s equipment, materials and service offerings.

This presentation explains the different types of flexible packaging equipment, supplies and services that are available from Pyramid Packaging Inc. We are a value-added reseller of flexible packaging equipment supplies and equipment.

Flexible Packaging Equipment Machinery and Supplies from Pyramid Packaging Inc.

Proudly independent, financially strong, and empowering the next generation, the family company with deep industry roots and continually evolving business processes – brick by brick – remains poised to deliver trusted packaging innovation for a long time to come.

Established in 1968, Pyramid Packaging is a value-added supplier of flexible packaging films, equipment & services. Additionally, we also create value by working with clients who need help in selecting and customizing all of their packaging films and equipment. You can call us at (847)-272-3400. Next, you can email us at [email protected]. Finally, you can fill out our Contact Us form and send us a message by clicking here.

IRCE 2013 – E-Commerce Packaging Supplies and Equipment

The IRCE 2013 Show takes place at Chicago’s McCormick Place – West Hall. The show runs from June 4-7 and features the latest e-commerce technology and packaging solutions. Automated Packaging Systems will have the following packaging equipment on display at their IRCE 2013 booth #1901.

Pyramid Packaging is a Chicagoland stocking distributor of Automated Packaging Systems bagging, void fill, order fulfillment systems and supplies. For more information, contact Pyramid Packaging at (847)-272-3400 or click here to contact us about your e-commerce / internet packaging needs.

 Items on display at the APS – IRCE 2013 booth:

AirPouch Express 3 Void-Fill System

The AirPouch Express 3 Tabletop Void-fill System provides on-demand, easy-to-use air pillows for high packing productivity, reduced shipping costs and increased customer satisfaction.

  •  Compact and lightweight for portability
  •  Knifeless design eliminates primary wear item
  •  Adjustable air volume and run timer
  •  All-electric design does not require compressed air to operate

AirPouch FastWrap

The next generation AirPouch FastWrap is the industry’s most flexible, reliable and user-friendly on-demand protective packaging system.

  •  Tabletop, all-electric system operates at 65 feet per minute
  •  Designed for easy maintenance and serviceability
  • Highly flexible system produces on demand bubbles or tubes
  • System-matched films: Biodegradable* and Recycled
  • *Biodegrades in one to five years. California currently prohibits labeling any plastic product as biodegradable.

Autobag PaceSetter PS 125 Tabletop Baggers

The Autobag PaceSetter PS 125 and PS 125 OneStep Tabletop Baggers are specifically designed to bring simplicity, versatility, quality and value to hand load packaging applications.

  •  All-electric system does not require compressed air to run
  •  Compact design is ideal for low- to mid-volume packaging
  • Operates at speeds up to 25 bags per minute
  • Stores jobs for later recall using operator-friendly controls

AB 255 OneStep Horizontal Mail Order fulfillment

The Autobag AB 255 OneStep is uniquely designed to provide flexible solutions for the dynamic packaging environments, such as mail order fulfillment.

  • Fast, efficient operation allows increased throughput
  •  Prints the next bag out, no product to queue
  •  Tilt-back printer head for easy maintenance
  • Available in horizontal or vertical configurations

Autofulfillment SPrint System

The Auto fulfillment SPrintSystem is uniquely engineered to bring automation, speed and flexibility to high-volume mail order fulfillment applications.

  • Automates the order fulfillment process to increase productivity
  •  Easy to use operating system simplifies job changeovers
  • Shipping labels are automatically printed, applied and verified
  •  3-point scanning verification process ensures order accuracy

Retail Packaging Fulfillment Supplies

Retail packaging fulfillment — Distribution centers are the cornerstone of any supply network. Items must packaged efficiently, affordably and securely.

Pyramid Packaging sells many of their flexible packaging supplies and services to retail packaging fulfillment centers.

Items include stretch wrap films that wrap boxes to skids in order to secure them during transit.

Stretch wrapping machines are used in fulfillment centers to speed up the stretch wrapping process.

Our void-fill packaging supplies like on-demand air pillows and on-demand bubble wrap have replaced polystyrene peanut packaging and are used to fill in the empty space remaining in corrugated boxes.

We also sell poly bags that can be custom printed.

Pyramid’s packaging specialist can assist companies with their packaging project planning which will optimize your packaging processes.

For more information click here or call Pyramid Packaging at 847-272-3400.

New Website Design: 2013 Launch

Our new website contains over 100 pages of products and services offered by Pyramid Packaging. The new request for quote cart is a key part of our new website, which makes it easy for browsers to request pricing.

We have embedded videos and presentations, as well as support documents to better demonstrate our packaging equipment and supplies. Visit our site at www.pyramidpackaging.com.

Additionally, you can also reach out via this contact form and fill out any inquiries you may have. Finally, you can also email us at [email protected]. Thanks to the team at Strategically Digital for helping design this new site.

Get to Know Pyramid Packaging Inc.

Pyramid Packaging, Inc. (est. 1968) is located in the Chicago suburb of Northbrook, Illinois. As a value-added reseller of packaging equipment & supplies, we sell and support our products in the Chicagoland area, northern Illinois as well as our national customer base. We offer the latest in packaging machinery as well as the materials and service to accompany your investment.

Our line of packaging equipment includes the following:
bagging equipment, case sealers, weighing systems, shrink packaging systems, stretch packing systems and void fill machinery

We also supply the following packaging supplies:
air pillows, reclosable bags, polypropylene bags, stretch films, carton sealing tape, bubble/foam products, strapping materials, clamshell/blister packaging and sustainable packaging products

Packaging Services include:
on-site repair service by qualified technicians, packaging line layout, hardware and software consultation, package design, graphics and art direction.

For more information about Pyramid Packaging, contact us at 847-272-3400, e-mail [email protected] or visit us at www.pyramidpackaging.com

The FastWrap On-Demand Bubble Wrap System

The AirPouch FastWrap system from Automated Packaging Systems is used to produce on demand bubble wrap commonly used for order fulfillment.

The FastWrap system eliminates the need for bulky bundles of bubble wrap. Consequently, those require large amounts of storage space and are difficult to handle.

The FastWrap portable table top unit is easy to use and is virtually maintenance-free. First, plug-in the machine to any 110v outlet. Next, insert the plastic film. Finally, it instantly produces protective bubble wrap for your packing needs. The table top unit is fast and can produce bubble wrap up to 55 linear feet per-minute.

Since FastWrap uses ambient air to fill the bubbles, there is no need for a compressor. The plastic bubble wrap material is fed directly from its box. As a result, this eliminates the need for an auxiliary feeder.

One compact box of FastWrap takes up much less storage than bubble wrap. It contains 1,750 linear feet (.3 miles) of earth-friendly biodegradable packaging film.

Chicago based, Pyramid Packaging Inc. (est. 1968) is a value added distributor of the AirPouch Packaging Systems.

We offer complete line of packaging equipment, packaging materials and packaging service solutions. Reach out for more information about the FastWrap On-Demand Bubble Wrap System. You can give us a call at (847)-272-3400. You can also email us at [email protected]. Lastly, you can click here to request a quote and a free ROI (return on investment) packaging analysis.

AirPouch Express 3 Void Fill System

Pyramid Packaging Inc. is a Chicagoland distributor of Automated Packaging Systems’ AirPouch Express 3 Void Fill System. The AirPouch Void Fill System makes environmentally friendly, on demand air pillows which are inserted into packaging boxes in order to secure items being shipped.

The portable system is simple to use. The system weighs only 35 lbs., uses a standard 110v outlet and does not require a compressor.

To see our full offerings, take a look at our void fill offerings here.

User Benefits

  • Yield — the AirPouch System fills more space while using less material resulting in reduced shipping cost
  • Tearable — Perforated pillows are easy to tear so they can be easily adjusted to fit different size shipping boxes
  • High speed — the System can produce air pillows over 50 linear feet per minute
  • Material — the AirPouch material is specially formulated with metallocene polyethylene (Dura Clear) which has superior strength and puncture resistant to standard polyethylene materials
  • Biodegradable — AirPouch void-fill pillows are available in a variety of materials including EarthAware biodegradable recycled films

For more information about the AirPouch Void Fill System contact Pyramid Packaging Inc. You can give us a call at (847)-272-3400, email us at [email protected]. Finally, you can also click here to fill out our contact us form and a member of our customer service team will get back to you promptly.

Why use air pillows in packaging?

Remember when receiving a UPS package and you had to dig past the polystyrene peanut shells to find the package’s content? That’s now a thing of the past because of air pillows.

Once the excitement of receiving the package wore off, you had to clean up the mess made from left over dust and the hundreds of peanut shells that were scattered all over the floor. 99% of the time the peanut shells were thrown into the garbage where they ended up in a landfill.

Have you now noticed packages are coming will with balloon-style packaging? These are also known as air pillows, or void fill packaging. Air pillow packaging is a cleaner and greener solution than peanut shell packaging. This is because polystyrene is notorious for not break down well and is being phased out rapidly.

When needed, air pillows are expanded with a portable machine whereas peanut shell packaging are always fully expanded thus requiring more warehouse space and increased transportation cost.

One box of air pillows (8″x8″ or 275 cubic feet) equals 20 bags of peanuts @ 14 feet/bag.

For more information on how air pillow packaging can reduce your shipping and overall packaging cost, click here. You can contact Pyramid Packaging Inc. by giving us a call at (847)-272-3400. You can also email us at [email protected]. Finally, you can fill out our contact us form here and a member of our customer service team will respond promptly.

Why buy packaging materials from a local supplier?

Why buy local? It’s simple.

Pyramid Packaging is a value added reseller and supplier of packaging equipment and materials serving Chicagoland, northwest Indiana, southern Wisconsin as well as our national customer base. We provide a complete line of packaging equipment, packaging materials, and packaging service solutions.

Buying your packaging supplies form a local distributor like Pyramid Packaging has the following advantages.

1. Stocking Distributor of Packaging Supplies

Since we are a local stocking distributor of packaging supplies, we can react to your needs immediately.

Most of our supplies like stretch wrap film, shrink wrap, void fill air pillows, bubble wrap and polyethylene bags can shipped the same day or when needed, the order can arrive the same day.

As a local supplier, we are more reactive during times of high demand and are set up to provide customers with the best possible service and pricing.

2. Packaging Experience

Our sales staff are packaging experts and have received sales and technical training from leading packaging manufacturers like ARPAC and Automated Packaging Systems. We also provide on-site repair service by qualified technicians, and package design services.

Our knowledge is your knowledge and we will educate your shipping and receiving, marketing, purchasing and operation departments on the latest packaging trends and ways to save money on your packaging requirements.

3. Vendor Management Inventory Service

Our company can also manage your packaging supplies inventory. With our Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) service plan, a Pyramid Packaging sales representative will be scheduled to visit your company, evaluate your packaging inventory and replenish stock when needed.

By optimizing this supply chain performance, Pyramid Packaging is responsible for maintaining the customer’s packaging supplies inventory. This service frees up a customer’s valuable time and resources. Additionally, VMI gives the customer an opportunity to meet with our sales representative on a scheduled basis to discuss any further packaging requirements or questions they may have.

Those are just some reasons as to why buy local. You can reach out to Pyramid Packaging in a number of ways. First, give us a call at (847)-272-3400. Next, you can fill out our Contact Us form and a member of our customer service team will get back to you promptly. Finally, email us at [email protected].

ARPAC Stretch Wrapper Machine Demonstration

Pyramid Packaging is a Chicagoland reseller of the ARPAC Stretch Wrapper Machine.

If you are shipping more than 5 skids per day, a semi-automatic turn table wrapper may be your best option. With the turn table stretch wrapper, pallets are placed on the turn table. The stretch wrap is attached to the pallet and the wrap is automatically applied as the skid rotates on the turn table.

This semi-automatic wrapping process improves productivity, and produces a tighter and more consistent wrap. It has many features including full powered pre-stretch, bringing greater productivity at an economical price.

The value you will get if you wrap multiple skids per day will be noticed very quickly. This machine is powerful, effective and also easy to use.

Click on the slideshow for more information on the ARPAC stretch wrapping machine. You can also click on the video here to watch a product demonstration.

ARPAC Stretch Wrapping Equipment from Pyramid Packaging Inc.

You can reach out to Pyramid Packaging in a number of ways. Firstly, we are available for a call at (847)-272-3400. Next, you can fill out our Contact Us form and a member of our staff will respond promptly. Finally, email us at [email protected] today.

Stretch Wrap FAQ

There are many different options for packaging materials, but shrink wrap, also known as stretch wrap, is commonly used to wrap larger, heavier items.

Below are three Frequently Asked Questions about stretch wrap.

1. What is stretch wrap?

Stretch wrap is a polyethylene, flexible packaging material often used to wrap cartons or small boxes that sit on a skid. When sending something heavy and bulky, it’s best to use a skid. Skids are commonly used because it can be easily be picked up and transported by a hand held pallet or forklift. It comes in blown or cast and in different gauges (thicknesses).

2. Why use stretch wrap?

Stretch wrap is the most economical way to secure and send loads. The wrap keeps the items tightly bound whether they are sitting on a warehouse shelf or in transit. Making sure cartons stay on the pallet reduces the chances of your items falling off the skid and getting lost during transportation. Filling out the insurance forms for lost shipping items is the last thing any shipping clerk or logistics manager wants to to deal with.

3. How is it applied?

It can be applied manually using a hand held wrapper, which works well if you are only shipping a few pallets per day. If you are shipping more than 5 skids per day, a semi-automatic turn table wrapper may be your best option. With the turn table, pallets are placed on the turn table. It is attached to the pallet and the wrap is automatically applied as the skid rotates on the turn table. This semi automatic wrapping process improves productivity, and produces a tighter and more consistent wrap.

Pyramid Packaging is a value-added reseller and supplier of packaging equipment like the ARPAC shrink wrapper and stretch wrap materials.

To request a quote and a free ROI (return on investment) packaging analysis, contact Pyramid Packaging Inc. You can call us at (847)-272-3400, toll free at 800-547-5130. Additionally, you can email us at [email protected]. Finally, click here to fill out our Contact Us form and a member of our staff will get back to you promptly.

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