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Acquisition
Duropac & Foodpak: A nationwide packaging partner
Duropac & Foodpak: A nationwide packaging partner. Big news for Canadian food processors! Canadian Packaging Magazine recently featured our acquisition of Foodpak, highlighting how our two family-run businesses have come
Rebrand
Our new brand
Introducing Duropac’s Fresh New Look for 2025 A new year, a new brand! As we step into 2025, we’re excited to unveil a brand-new look for Duropac! We’ve been working
Acquisition
Duropac has acquired Foodpak
Duropac has acquired Foodpak, now our western Canadian division. At Duropac We’ve always believed that collaboration makes us stronger. Since 2020, we have been working closely with Foodpak, a partnership
Packaging
Choosing packaging materials for your food products
Choosing packaging, materials for your food product. So many packaging options… When it comes to packaging your food products, selecting the right pouch materials is crucial. The right choice can
Frozen Foods
Preventing freezer burn with effective food packaging
Preventing freezer burn with effective food packaging The freezer strikes again! Ever opened a bag of frozen veggies to find frost-covered lumps instead of crisp, vibrant produce? Freezer burn can
Packaging
Recyclable food packaging: mono-structure packaging
Recyclable food packaging: mono-structure packaging Flexible plastic food packaging. As the demand for effective and sustainable packaging grows, flexible plastics are taking center stage in the food industry. Whether you’re
Packaging
Shrink bags
Shrink Bags: a comprehensive guide for food producers. Understanding shrink bags. Shrink bags are essential in the food industry for a variety of reasons. They provide a clean, form-fitted look,
Packaging
Spout pouches
Spout pouches: An innovative packaging solution An evolving industry. Spout pouches are type of packaging taking the world by storm. These pouches are made from flexible materials and feature a
Packaging
Cannabis packaging requirements in Canada
Cannabis packaging requirements in Canada. An evolving industry. As the cannabis industry in Canada continues to grow and change, so do the regulations and requirements for packaging. Understanding these requirements
Equipment
Troubleshooting Common Issues with Vacuum Sealers
Troubleshooting common issues with vacuum sealers. Owning a vacuum sealer. Vacuum sealers are an essential piece of equipment for food producers and restaurants alike. They help to increase the shelf
Detection
How X-Ray machines can revolutionize food production
How x-ray machines can revolutionize food production: Detecting fish bones and ensuring safety A new discovery. Recently, during an experiment conducted in our showroom, we made an intriguing discovery: our
Packaging
The world of packaging is evolving. Are you?
The world of packaging is evolving. Are you? Navigating the changing landscape of flexible packaging regulations: A guide for food processing facilities and CPG companies. In recent years, the landscape
Modified atmosphere
Modified atmosphere packaging: A guide for food producers
Modified atmosphere packaging: A guide for food producers Modified atmosphere packaging. Have you ever found yourself wondering, “What’s the deal with all the air in these chip bags?” While not
Metalized
Metalized layers in flexible food packaging
Metalized layers in flexible food packaging. Metalized layers. Flexible food packaging is a popular choice in the food industry because it’s a versatile, convenient, and cost-effective solution. One extremely common
Detection
Packaging security: X-ray machines, metal detectors, magnets
Packaging security: X-ray machines, metal detectors, magnets Protect your consumer. Protect your brand. There’s no greater fear in the food processing world than a consumer opening your product and finding
Packaging
What Is Retort, and Should I Use It?
What is retort & should I use it? Why use retort? As food producers, we often want our products to remain shelf stable as long as possible to reduce waste
Equipment
What is Sous Vide Cooking and How Does It Work?
What is Sous Vide Cooking and How Does It Work? Unlock a World of Culinary Perfection with Sous Vide Cooking. Sous-vide cooking has become increasingly popular in recent years to
Equipment
Find Your Flow
Find Your Flow: What to Know About Flow Wrappers What are Flow Wrappers? When it comes to packaging products, a flow wrapper is a popular choice for many companies. A
Design
Design Services
Elevate your brand with our packaging design services! Design Services We have some news that can transform your brand’s packaging into a powerful asset: we are proud to announce the
Sustainability
The Truth About Compostable Plastic
Compostable Plastic: Why It’s Not Always the Best Solution Is compostable plastic really the solution to our plastic problem? Recently, compostable flexible plastic packaging like polylactic acid (PLA) structures have
Frozen Foods
Key Considerations for Frozen Food Packaging
Key Considerations for Frozen Food Packaging Frozen food packaging is an important component of the frozen food industry. Proper packaging can help ensure the quality and safety of frozen foods,
Design
Dos and Don’ts of Food Packaging Design
4 Benefits of Custom Printed Packaging for Food Producers Your packaging is often the first interaction your customer has with your product. Above storing your product, it’s also an extension
Vacuum Sealing
5 Benefits of Vacuum Sealing Food Products
5 Benefits of Vacuum Sealing Food Products Picture this: A freezer packed to the brim with partially opened bags and product covered in freezer burn, and a garbage full of