Insights, Trends & Ideas in Packaging

Holiday packaging can give existing products a fresh seasonal identity, transform collections into gift sets, and support limited-edition releases. Explore practical ideas for creating festive packaging that remains true to your brand.

Reliable folding cartons depend on more than a successful first production run. Learn how documented procedures, production checks, training, and continuous improvement help support consistent quality from one order to the next.

Quality folding cartons are built through consistent care at every stage of production—not just at final inspection. Learn how printing, die cutting, folding, gluing, and process checks work together to support packaging that looks polished and performs reliably.

Once the packaging strategy is clear, the next step is choosing a box structure that fits the product and a production plan that works from packing line to retail shelf. Part 2 explains common folding-carton styles, logistics, lead times, and how to evaluate a manufacturing partner.

The right folding carton does more than hold a product. It protects what is inside, supports your operations, communicates your brand, and shapes the customer experience. Part 1 of our guide explains the strategic decisions to make before choosing a box style or beginning production.

Looking for eco-friendly custom packaging in the U.S.? This 2026 guide breaks down sustainable materials, UV printing, die-cutting, and how to choose the right packaging partner. Learn what to look for, explore local Utah options, and discover how to balance sustainability, cost, and high-impact design.

Businesses across Utah rely on folding carton packaging to protect products and strengthen brand presentation. This guide answers common questions about custom folding cartons, sustainable packaging, and packaging manufacturing in Salt Lake City and West Valley City.

International PaperBox has expanded its finishing capabilities by bringing embossing and debossing in-house, allowing customers to achieve premium packaging effects with improved efficiency and quality control. These decorative finishing techniques add dimension and tactile appeal to folding cartons, helping products stand out on the shelf while reinforcing brand identity. What Are Embossing and Debossing? Embossing and debossing are finishing processes that create raised or

Sustainability has become a key consideration in packaging decisions across many industries. Brands are increasingly looking for solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining product protection, visual appeal, and cost efficiency. Paperboard packaging offers a unique advantage: it comes from a renewable resource and can return to the natural cycle at the end of its life. At International PaperBox, we work with paperboard materials that support a sustainable pac

Auto-bottom boxes, also known as auto-lock bottom cartons , continue to be one of the most trusted and widely used folding carton styles in packaging. Their blend of durability, speed, and visual impact makes them an ideal choice for brands across beauty, supplements, specialty food, personal care, and retail. Although new packaging formats come and go, the auto-bottom design has remained popular because it solves a very practical problem: it gives brands a stronger, faster,