--- title: The Fantastapack Blog | Fantastapack | Packaging Manufacturing description: Packaging Manufacturing | Custom packaging information and best practices to grow your business. Subscription boxes, custom mailers, and more. --- [![Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Boxmaker%20files/Template%20Assets%20-%20DO%20NOT%20USE/FPK%20Blog%20-%20Theme%20Assets/Images/Fantastapack%20Logo.png?width=181&height=89&name=Fantastapack%20Logo.png "Fantastapack")](https://www.fantastapack.com/) - [Custom Boxes](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/custom-boxes) - [All Custom Boxes](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/custom-boxes?base=topnav1&sort_by=best-selling) - [Shipping & Mailers](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/subscription-boxes-and-mailers?base=topnav) - [Dividers & Inserts](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/custom-inserts-collection?base=topnav) - [Retail & Displays](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/retail-displays?base=topnav) - [Food & Drink](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/food-drink-boxes?base=topnav) - [F-Flute Boxes](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/f-flute?base=hp) - [Folding Carton](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/folding-carton) - [Labels](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels) - [Oval](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels/products/oval-label) - [Rectangular](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels/products/rectangle-label) - [Round](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels/products/circle-label) - [Square](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels/products/square-label) - [Fantastapack Pro](https://info.fantastapack.com/pro?base=topnav) - Resources - [Artwork Guidelines](https://support.fantastapack.com/artwork-guidelines) - [Blog](https://blog.fantastapack.com/?base=topnav) - [Production & Shipping Times](https://www.fantastapack.com/pages/production-shipping-times) - [Sustainability](https://www.fantastapack.com/pages/sustainability?base=topnav) - [Reviews](https://www.fantastapack.com/pages/reviews) - [Log In](https://www.fantastapack.com/account/login) - [Cart](https://www.fantastapack.com/cart) ### [Why Fantastapack’s U.S.-Made Custom Packaging Beats Overseas Alternatives](https://blog.fantastapack.com/why-fantastapacks-u.s.-made-custom-packaging-beats-overseas-alternatives) Posted on July 02, 2025 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Why Fantastapack’s U.S.-Made Custom Packaging Beats Overseas Alternatives](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/2025%20Blog%20-%20US%20Made%20(2).png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/why-fantastapacks-u.s.-made-custom-packaging-beats-overseas-alternatives) When selecting packaging, businesses often weigh the allure of low-cost, off-the-shelf options against solutions that offer greater value. While generic packaging may seem budget-friendly, Fantastapack’s U.S.-made custom packaging provides distinct advantages that make it a smarter choice for your ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/why-fantastapacks-u.s.-made-custom-packaging-beats-overseas-alternatives) Posted in [Small Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/small-business), [Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-manufacturing), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production), [Retail Strategies](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/retail-strategies) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Converting Methods - Pros, Cons, and What to Expect](https://blog.fantastapack.com/converting-methods-pros-cons-and-what-to-expect) Posted on October 10, 2024 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Converting Methods - Pros, Cons, and What to Expect](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Blog-Converting%20Methods.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/converting-methods-pros-cons-and-what-to-expect) When it comes to creating the perfect packaging, converting methods play a critical role in transforming corrugated sheets into finished packaging and displays. These methods aren’t one-size-fits-all; depending on your project’s needs, one method may be more cost-effective or precise than another. ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/converting-methods-pros-cons-and-what-to-expect) Posted in [Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-manufacturing), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Celebrating Earth Month: Sustainable Packaging Manufacturing Practices](https://blog.fantastapack.com/sustainable-packaging-manufacturing-practices) Posted on April 05, 2023 by [Jason Adolf](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/jason-adolf) [![Celebrating Earth Month: Sustainable Packaging Manufacturing Practices](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/recycling_corrugated_packaging-jpg.jpeg)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/sustainable-packaging-manufacturing-practices) April is Earth Month, a month dedicated to raising environmental awareness for the health of the planet. For retail and e-commerce businesses, Earth Month is the perfect time to reflect on your business’s sustainable practices and changes you can make to improve — no matter how big or small. [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/sustainable-packaging-manufacturing-practices) Posted in [Packaging Solutions](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-solutions), [Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-manufacturing), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production), [Sustainability](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/sustainability) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Exploring Career Opportunities in Custom Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/careers-custom-packaging-manufacturing) Posted on March 08, 2023 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Exploring Career Opportunities in Custom Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202023-03-08%20at%201.06.26%20PM.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/careers-custom-packaging-manufacturing) With the rising demand for custom corrugated packaging and advancements in digital production technologies over the past several years, there’s now an ever-growing list of career opportunities for professionals of all backgrounds in the packaging industry. [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/careers-custom-packaging-manufacturing) Posted in [Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-manufacturing) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Benefits of Laser Cutting and Finishing for Custom Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/benefits-laser-cutting-finishing-for-packaging) Posted on May 21, 2021 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Benefits of Laser Cutting and Finishing for Custom Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Inside%20the%20C500.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/benefits-laser-cutting-finishing-for-packaging) Digital printing and converting technologies have made tremendous progress in the packaging industry over the last several years. What started as small runs on printers capable of handling 5-10 sheets per hour has now evolved to single-pass presses capable of running a pallet of sheets in a few ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/benefits-laser-cutting-finishing-for-packaging) Posted in [Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-manufacturing), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Long Litho Lam Lead Times? Opt for Digital Print!](https://blog.fantastapack.com/long-litho-lam-lead-times-opt-for-digital-print) Posted on October 14, 2020 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Long Litho Lam Lead Times? Opt for Digital Print!](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Blog%20and%20Content%20Images/Flexography%20vs%20Digital%20Print.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/long-litho-lam-lead-times-opt-for-digital-print) This article originally appeared in May 2019 and has been updated with new information for our readers. In today’s competitive retail and ecommerce marketplace, speed-to-market can mean the difference between being an industry innovator or a second-place follower. Brands that use litho lamination ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/long-litho-lam-lead-times-opt-for-digital-print) Posted in [Marketing and Brand Promotion](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/marketing-and-brand-promotion), [Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-manufacturing), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Introducing the PurePrint Materials Collection](https://blog.fantastapack.com/pureprint-materials-collections) Posted on October 24, 2019 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Introducing the PurePrint Materials Collection](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/downloads.intercomcdn.comio158988069b7db0571009636df5c72b9c9PurePrint+Logos.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/pureprint-materials-collections) We are excited to announce the launch of the PurePrint Materials Collection, our new line of high-end material and print combinations. The PurePrint Materials Collection combines offset-quality digital print with premium materials for attention-grabbing results — available exclusively for ... 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