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Aimee Weber

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New Flip-N-Squeeze® Caps Are Perfect for Condiments and More

New Flip-N-Squeeze® Caps Are Perfect for Condiments and More

Mold-Rite Plastics recently launched a new line of plastic caps, perfect for squeezable condiments like mayonnaise, jams, and jellies. The new Flip-N-Squeeze® closure features a double wall flip-top closures and ribbon-dispensing opening.

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Beyond COVID: How Private Brands Should Prepare for the Pandemic’s Lasting Impact on Consumer Behavior

Beyond COVID: How Private Brands Should Prepare for the Pandemic’s Lasting Impact on Consumer Behavior

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people shop. Not only is the e-commerce industry and online shopping experiencing rapid growth, but the consumer behavior behind this trend is predicted to persist even when things return to “normal again

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Every Day is Earth Day: How are you contributing today?

Every Day is Earth Day: How are you contributing today?

Earth Day Every Day. Celebrating 51 years!

With so many things changing around the world due to COVID-19, it is important now more than ever to take care of our planet.

Today, April 22, the world will join together in celebration of Earth Day. This globally recognized event will feature three days of climate action that anyone can participate in. On April 20, Earth Uprising hosted a global youth climate summit which consisted of panels, speeches and discussions with youth climate...

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National Poison Prevention Week Video Contest Winners

National Poison Prevention Week Video Contest Winners

Each year Mold-Rite Plastics collaborates with the National Poison Prevention Week Council to help spread the word about poison prevention. With more of us staying home this year, there’s never been a more crucial time to ensure our families are informed about how to prevent accidental poisoning when it comes to common household products.In fact, many of the items that exist in our own homes can be dangerous when used improperly.  And while smart packaging and closure design is onegreat way...

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The Importance of Packaging Design in Poison Prevention

The Importance of Packaging Design in Poison Prevention

Many of us take poison prevention for granted. From household cleaning supplies to personal care products and prescription medication, many items exist in our own homes that are dangerous when used improperly

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Plastics Packaging: How to Design for Recyclability

Plastics Packaging: How to Design for Recyclability

Would you rather save money on cheap packaging or choose a more sustainable option that was better for the environment and the long-term growth of your company? Wouldn’t you rather have an option that was both cost-effective and sustainable?

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7 Packaging Tips for the E-Commerce Industry

7 Packaging Tips for the E-Commerce Industry

The e-commerce industry is growing, and growing fast. As customers change the way that they shop, businesses must adapt to the virtual landscape while still providing a superior shopping experience. A lot of that comes down to packaging. In fact, 95% of online shoppers say that packaging impacts their decision to purchase a product or not when buying online.That’s why you need to put packaging at the forefront of your business if you want to succeed in e-commerce. Focusing on packaging that...

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Celebrating America Recycles Day with MRP

Celebrating America Recycles Day with MRP
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Mold-Rite Signs the Ellen MacArthur Foundation Global Commitment

Mold-Rite Signs the Ellen MacArthur Foundation Global Commitment

Mold-Rite Plastics, a trusted supplier of plastic closures, is proud to announce that it has signed the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment, joining a worldwide collaboration of businesses and governments committed to rethinking the way we design, use and reuse plastics to create a circular economy for plastic.

Since 2016, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s New Plastics Economy initiative has rallied businesses and governments behind a positive vision of a circular economy for plastics. At the...

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COVID-19 Impact on Cannabis Packaging

COVID-19 Impact on Cannabis Packaging

The Cannabis industry represents one of the most rapidly changing packaging landscapes among the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and food sectors. With many advertising restrictions, marijuana packaging remains as one of the best ways to attract the attention of consumers. It can be used to promote health benefits and distinguish brands. However, marijuana packaging must also comply with state regulations. From tamper evident to child resistant, the requirements for Cannabis packaging vary...

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