How Sustainable Packaging Can Help Mid-Size Manufacturers Achieve Plastic Reduction Goals
For mid-size manufacturers, sustainable packaging is no longer a future consideration. It is becoming a practical business priority shaped by consumer expectations, retail requirements, brand goals, and evolving legislation. Many companies are being asked to reduce plastic, improve recyclability, and demonstrate progress toward a more circular packaging model. At the same time, they still need […]
Pet Food Packaging: Premium Expectations, Real Protection
Pets have moved from the backyard to the family room – and in many homes, they are regarded as family members. That shift continues to shape the pet food and treat category, especially as consumers look for products that feel closer to the foods they choose for themselves: real ingredients, better nutrition, cleaner labels, and […]
Cold Seal Deep Dive: When Speed, Product Protection, and Performance Matter
In high-volume flexible packaging, the right seal method can make a major difference in production efficiency, product quality, and customer experience. For many food and consumer packaged goods applications, cold seal packaging offers a strong alternative to traditional heat seal structures – especially for heat-sensitive products. Cold seal packaging uses a pressure-sensitive adhesive that bonds […]
Why Brands Are Moving from Rigid Containers to Flexible Packaging
As consumer expectations evolve and manufacturers seek smarter packaging solutions, more brands are switching from rigid containers to flexible packaging. From protein powder tubs to stand-up pouches, and from messy paper flour bags to resealable flexible formats, the advantages are becoming impossible to ignore. Flexible packaging offers a more efficient, consumer-friendly solution that supports both […]
Is Your Operation Ready for Recycle Ready Films? A Practical Decision Framework for Manufacturers
As sustainability expectations increase, so do performance standards. Here’s how to evaluate whether making the switch from traditional flexible films to Recycle Ready structures makes sense for your business. Switching packaging formats is never a small decision. For manufacturers running complex lines with tight margin tolerances, the move to Recycle Ready flexible films has to […]
Seals, Zippers, and Shelf Life: How Closure Choices Impact Speed, Scrap, and Sustainability
In flexible packaging, seals and closures are not accessories—they are critical performance components. For manufacturers, the right closure strategy directly affects line efficiency, package integrity, shelf life, and sustainability outcomes. Even the best film structure can underperform if seal properties are mismatched to equipment and operating conditions. Key seal attributes manufacturers should include: Seal initiation temperature […]
Materials and Formats That Drive Flexible Packaging Performance and Shelf Appeal
For manufacturers, flexible packaging decisions are about far more than choosing a film. Material selection directly affects product protection, line performance, and how a brand shows on the shelf. The right combination of polymers, sealants, and structures can extend shelf life, improve run efficiency, and deliver the high-quality graphics today’s consumers expect. Kendall Packaging offers […]
“The Flexibility” of Flexible Packaging: Customizing Polymer and Seal Options to Fit Your Product
Flexible packaging earns its name not just from its form, but from its engineering flexibility. For manufacturers, the value lies in the ability to tailor polymer structures, barrier layers, and seal technologies to protect the product, run efficiently on existing equipment, and support evolving sustainability goals. At Kendall Packaging, we work with manufacturers who understand that […]
Your Partner in High-Performance Flexible Packaging
At Kendall Packaging, we specialize in creating flexible packaging solutions that combine high-quality graphics, superior barrier protection, and sustainability. From simple single-ply films to advanced laminations, our products are engineered to keep products fresh, protect them in transit, and stand out on the shelf. Our dedicated engineering and customer service teams focus on providing our customers […]
Flexible Packaging Delivers Real Consumer Convenience
Steam-in-bag produce. Meal and salad kits. Resealable pouches and single-serve sachets. Convenience-driven formats like these are reshaping the food packaging landscape, and flexible packaging is at its center. Today’s consumers want products that heat directly, portion easily, and open and reclose without hassle. Brand owners desire formats that run efficiently on the line and move […]