For centuries, paper has been essential to communication, commerce, and culture. Yet its origins are closely tied to heavy resource use, including intensive forestry, high water consumption, and energy-demanding production processes. As environmental awareness has grown, the paper industry has faced increasing pressure to reassess how raw materials are sourced and how manufacturing impacts ecosystems. …
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Global events surrounding the pandemic have led to various challenges in the supply chain of the paper industry. Everything from manufacturing to delivery has faced a paradigm shift that has left many clueless on the way forward. This post will discuss the current state of the paper, packaging, and print industry, the changes to expect, …
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The final product price doesn’t entirely depend on the manufacturing process; it also relies on the packaging. A high cost of packaging will raise the price of the product, which consumers won’t find convenient. The ideal packaging material in existence is kraft paper, a durable, printable, and multifunctional option. Unfortunately, there has been a spike …
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Norkol’s continued effort to beef up the equipment arsenal that keeps our operation turning — literally — shouldn’t come as a surprise. Leveraging technology to solve problems and improve service has been part of the Norkol brand since the early days of Norbert and Mary Ellen’s converting operation. To keep our customers and partners in …
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In any endeavor, you want to make sure you use the right tool for the job. But just like you wouldn’t use a butter knife to trim back tree branches, you also wouldn’t use a machete at the dinner table. It’s not about what’s bigger, heavier, or more expensive; it’s about what meets your needs …
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