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5 Benefits of Plastic Clamshells

Wednesday Feb 7th, 2024

Businesses in need of reliable packaging solutions can place their trust in clamshell containers. Used in a variety of industries, plastic clamshells offer a distinct array of benefits that place them above other packaging alternatives. If you're interested in the benefits of plastic clamshells and how they can help your business, here's an overview of five advantages.

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What Is an SQF Certification & Why It’s a Must-Have for Food Packaging Companies

Monday May 22nd, 2023

All brand owners — especially those in an industry as complex as food processing — must be aware of the quality of their products. One way to ensure the safety of your company is by getting quality credentials like the Safe Quality Food Program (SQF) certification.

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Is a Plastic Blister Pack or Clamshell Package Better for Your Product?

Thursday Feb 2nd, 2023

At Munot Plastics, we offer both blister packaging and clamshell packaging to showcase your products and keep them safe and secure. Each type of packaging offers tamper-proof plastic packaging while providing an attractive way to display your products. However, many businesses wonder whether a blister pack or clamshell package is better for their product.

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PET vs. PVC: Which Is Better for Your Plastic Packaging?

Thursday Dec 1st, 2022

Plastic: it’s all around us. But as you probably already know, not all plastic is the same. Choosing the right plastic for your commercial packaging needs can make or break the success of your product, the sustainability of your business, and even the health of your consumers.

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Interesting Facts About Blister Packs Every Business Should Know

Monday Sep 26th, 2022

Blister packs are truly an amazing invention. They are extremely versatile, proving useful in a variety of applications, such as the pharmaceutical industry, cosmetic industry, and even the toy manufacturing industry. If your business produces products susceptible to theft or tampering, you should consider packaging them in blister packs.

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How Contract Packaging Can Reduce Costs

Tuesday Jul 12th, 2022

Contract packaging, or co-packing, has been growing in popularity among product manufacturers because it saves them time and money.

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How Much Does Clamshell Packaging Cost?

Thursday May 26th, 2022

Clamshell packaging is growing in popularity among product manufacturers and resellers alike because it shows off products in an enticing way. If you’ve fallen in love with the benefits of clamshell packages, you’re likely curious to know how much it will cost you to order this type of packaging for your items.

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A Guide to Polishing Metals Used for Plastic Packaging: Everything You Need to Know About Polishing for Plastic Packaging

Tuesday Apr 5th, 2022

As the demand for quality plastic packaging increased, manufacturers began to see that their products were only as good as the tools they used. Specifically, the quality of the molds determined the appearance and durability of the plastic packaging produced. From this realization came the need for plastic mold polishing.

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Do Manual Machine Tools Still Have a Place In Modern Manufacturing?

Wednesday Nov 10th, 2021

Modern manufacturing processes include a wide range of automation that helps streamline production, but it takes away some personalization and dynamic decision-making. As the technology continues to evolve and redefine what manufacturing looks like in the future, many wonder if manual machine tools and skillsets will still have a place in the manufacturing process. Munot Plastics has an inside look at what the future holds for manual machining.

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6 Benefits of Blister Packaging

Wednesday Jul 21st, 2021

Blister packaging is popular among the pharmaceutical, beauty, and retail industries, although it is gaining traction in various other sectors. This type of packaging is known for a plastic front and a back made of a different material (such as cardboard or foil). Each item contained in the plastic blisters has its own compartment, so the packaging is aesthetically pleasing and keeps the products safe.

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Necessary Considerations for Thermoformed OTC Packaging

Thursday Jun 3rd, 2021

In the last several years, there has been a shift in the pharmaceutical industry. Drugs that were previously only available through a prescription have recently become available over the counter (OTC). It's a long process to transition a drug from prescription-only to OTC availability. The packaging, active ingredients, and drug interactions must undergo a rigorous testing process to determine the best safety directions and labeling.

 

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The Benefits of In-House Design and Tooling

Wednesday Mar 17th, 2021

Tooling is arguably the most critical part of the custom thermoforming process. For this reason, there is always a need to be perfect by ensuring all design specifications are met to avoid project delays that can increase operational costs. If you are looking to avoid expensive and time-consuming fixes that are often synonymous with third-party tool makers, consider keeping the design and tooling processes in-house. Working with outside tool makers for crucial projects requires significant back-and-forth communication, which may lead to misinterpretation at best and costly oversights at worst.

 

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What Does Geometry Have to Do With Custom Plastic Thermoforming?

Friday Jan 29th, 2021

The geometric precision in custom plastic thermoforming is your chance to shine. After all, it is your first impression to buyers. Packaging and product design and quality announce your company's values, and geometry is the key to form, fit, and function.

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What to Know When Getting Your Project Started

Friday Jul 31st, 2020

Whether you already have a complete concept with drawings, product samples to be packaged, or are starting from square one; Munot Plastics can help walk you through the discovery process to create your full design. This article goes over the information to get your project started.

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Munot Plastics - Find Your Answers With US

Thursday May 21st, 2020

We are all facing unique challenges unlike any of us has experienced. Conferences may be canceled but our commitment to our customers never will.

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Plastic Design for Functionality

Monday Apr 6th, 2020

At Munot, our team is committed to finding the perfect mix of aesthetics, ease of use and experience in every package we design and manufacture. No matter how large or how small, we focus on every detail. From package design trends that help boost brand recall, to frustration-free designs based around ease of use, our in-house design and engineering teams handle all the design, prototyping and tooling for your custom packaging.

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Quality Designs at Munot: Five Reasons Why Nothing Matters More

Monday Feb 3rd, 2020

Munot’s Quality designs are created to not only support your project but to also minimize excess material as we do all we can to provide a cleaner, greener environment. Constantly searching for Green Solutions, our vendors currently offer up to 80% recycled material in their Utility run HIPS, PVC and PET.

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Munot Plastics - Year in Review

Tuesday Dec 31st, 2019

2020 is going to bring continued growth as we kick off some wonderful new relationships that will see Munot capitalize on several capital equipment investment Intended to support outstanding growth. This past year’s investments, have enabled us to increase our capacity, grow our range of capabilities, and focus more on sustainability driving Munot’s ever expanding position as your “GO TO” resource for all your Thermoformed Packaging needs.

We have secured display booths at two National exhibit conferences in 2020 as we expand our industry presence. It is Munot’s goal to share our nearly 60 years of experience by introducing you to more creative and complex packaging designs.

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Thermoform 101

Monday Dec 2nd, 2019

Thermoformed Plastic Packaging plays an essential role in the presentation and protection of Consumer Electronics, Health and Beauty, Medical, Food, Retail and other products prior to use. The clear plastic presentation provides manufacturers the added benefit of displaying valuable product information to your customer helping to both sell the product and support a confident buying decision. Thermoformed Packages also help to prevent “product loss” as the package can be sealed and made tamper resistant.  

Below we will discuss in more detail the process of Thermoforming, Munot Plastic’s 56 years’ experience, and how our proven cost-effective processes have been the choice of consumers across the country.

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