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Emerald Bulk Bags are an eco-friendly packaging option for people using bulk bags

Chelsi Morris is sharing her experience at Global-Pak and how she has grown with the company.

Global-Pak has recently partnered with 3D Barrier Bags to utilize their foil liners for FIBCs. Foil liners are a great option for high-end or products where oxygen or moisture can damage the goods.

What's the difference between a single trip and multi trip bulk bag? The main difference is in how many times it can be used, but there are several factors in place to ensure it's safe

Bags need to be rated at certain levels of cleanliness depending on the application. When picking a supplier, it's important to partner with someone who understands the different cleanliness criteria and can help pick the best bag for your needs.

Global-Pak is sharing an overview of the packaging marketplace and giving an update on the cost of ocean freight, polypropylene, polyethylene, and paper.

Global-Pak's warehouse expansion project was delayed, but progress has started up again for 2021. We will be adding 36,000 ft of warehouse space to help keep stock inventory and organize products more efficiently.

Sift proof seams can help provide barriers to prevent product from escaping the bulk bags. It's important to choose which bulk bag seams are right for your FIBC.

How do you get the most accurate quote for your custom bulk bags when asking vendors for pricing? Lindsey Jeffreys is giving you the inside details.

Global-Pak has introduced an in-house sewing facility to manufacture an American made FIBC. We manufacture bulk bags in the United States at our Lisbon, Ohio location.

Top lift testing is how we ensure all our bags meet the safe working load and safety factors required to keep our customers safe when using the bags.

The impact of COVID-19 on global supply chains can be felt throughout all industries and business sectors. At Global-Pak, we have seen a disruption from several of our supply chain partners. Frequent communication with our vendors and forwarders has helped ensure the continuity of product and that our customers have stock on the floor.

Paul Allen has been in the packaging industry for more than 21 years, and he's answering the #1 question he gets from customers: "Why Global-Pak?"

The Tensile Test machine lets us test individual components of bulk bags to ensure quality, pinpoint problem areas and find solutions quickly.

5S is a methodology for organizing spaces so work can be performed efficiently, effectively, and safely. This system focuses on putting everything where it belongs and keeping the workplace clean and clutter free, while making it easier for people to do their jobs without wasting time or risking injury. 5S stands for Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain. These 5 words are the framework to implement and maintain the 5S program.

Polypropylene woven air bags are an economical, environmentally friendly, and high-performance product used to secure cargo and ensure protection during transport. Compared to their paper counterpart that has been available on the market for many years, pp woven air bags are waterproof, much stronger and lighter. Polypropylene airbags have a higher quantity per box, reducing your storage space requirements and decreasing the cost of freight.

As the Coronavirus continues to impact individuals and businesses around the world, Global-Pak is remaining proactive in our approach to satisfying our customers’ needs. No one could have predicted the economic situation caused by the virus, but we began taking steps to reduce the effects as early as we could. When the concern of the virus’ spread began in early February, our team had a meeting to discuss bringing in extra stock inventory incase the impact of the Coronavirus became a widespread issue, which it did. The resulting uncertainty in the markets with the additional concern over the health and safety of employees, customers, and manufacturers caused many companies to shut down, but Global-Pak is an essential business due to the food and chemical industries we serve. Throughout the virus, we have remained fully functioning while making some adjustments to procedures to keep our employees safe and healthy.

What goes into picking a freight partner? A lot more than you think! Our warehouse manager, Chelsi Mann gives us the details on how we determining who will your products to you the most efficiently.