PAPER CONVERTING BLOG

The 10 Ways Teachers Can Use Kraft Paper in the Classroom

Posted by Alan NeSmith on Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Emerging out of its historical role as picture frame liner and stepping into the spotlight as so much more, we present to you, the amazing uses of Colored Kraft Paper

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Spice up Summer Parties with Our Pink Butcher Paper

Posted by Alan NeSmith on Fri, Jun 14, 2024

Summer is upon us and that means more time to enjoy outdoor activities. After the pool parties, trips to the beach or camping adventures are over, it’s time to eat. One easy way to entertain guests and soak up the sun is with a cookout. Hosting a party doesn’t have to be expensive.

Believe it or not, you can take on dinner and décor all with paper. Find out how a roll of pink butcher paper can help you serve dinner in style this summer. 

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Tags: Butcher Paper, Kraft Paper Uses, Custom Paper Ideas

How Our Polycoated Paper Offers Durability and Versatility

Posted by Alan NeSmith on Wed, Mar 27, 2024

If you’ve ever come across a sturdy piece of paper that appears to have a waxy or shiny coating on one or both sides, then you probably have a  polycoated paper. Its special design and durability makes this paper versatile for a number of different business uses and industries, from foodservice to steel production to packaging and shipping.

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Tags: Custom Paper Ideas, Freezer Paper

Why Does Steak Paper Come in Different Colors?

Posted by Alan NeSmith on Tue, Feb 27, 2024

Steak papers are a very durable display option to help reduce spoilage of meat, poultry and fish. Our colorful steak paper can also help meat, poultry and seafood stand out in grocery, butcher or deli display cases. The right color of food service paper can make a great impact on the presentation of fresh fish or Prime Angus steak in your butcher case. Not only do the various colors look nice, they actually were created for specific uses.

Here are some of the most common colors of steak paper and what they are used for:
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Tags: Food Service Paper, Butcher Paper

Do You Know the Difference Between Flexographic and Offset Printing

Posted by Alan NeSmith on Tue, Jan 30, 2024

Every printing job requires a different set of needs. Black and white newspapers and colorful flashy signs don’t use the same printing process, and it’s important to know why. At Oren, we use the best printing process for the different types of paper products we offer. Two of the most popular printing processes are flexographic and offset printing. We utilize a 72" wide multi-color flexographic printing press. Here are some helpful ways to distinguish which printing process will be used for your next order.

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Wrap Up Your Holiday Gifts and Enhance Your Promos in Custom Printed Kraft Paper

Posted by Mark Jones on Tue, Dec 05, 2023

With the holidays fast approaching, there are dozens of different ways you can get into the holiday spirit while also boosting your bottom line.

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Check Out These Pinterest-worthy Thanksgiving Kraft Paper Decor Ideas

Posted by Mark Jones on Tue, Nov 07, 2023

It never ceases to amaze us just how versatile kraft paper can be. While it does a fantastic job filling its more “traditional” roles in industrial environments as interleaving and box filler, virgin, natural, and colored kraft paper have long been a classroom and craft closet staple for DIY art projects of all kinds. Kraft paper, along with ingenuity, have come up with many fantastic ways to decorate for the upcoming Holiday.

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It’s About Time to Get Your Kraft Paper Shipping Supplies for the Holidays!

Posted by Mark Jones on Tue, Oct 17, 2023

As the fall season approaches, now is the time for retailers to order essential shipping supplies for the holidays. Although you may have accounted for in-house holiday necessities and promotional displays, it’s important to keep your shipping materials in mind this season. Between a vast increase of outgoing orders during the holiday shopping season and the growth of online sales, it is time to order customized kraft paper to fill or wrap your shipping boxes.

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Oren International Supports the 2023 National Manufacturing Day

Posted by Oren International on Wed, Oct 04, 2023

Manufacturing is one of the many things that has contributed to America’s success and it continues to propel our country’s economy. Today, U.S. manufacturing is responsible for producing 11.4 percent of the world's goods. U.S manufacturers contributed $2.91 trillion in the first quarter of 2023, according to the National Association of Manufacturers.


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Tags: Paper Converting, Industry News & Tips

Make an Awesome Spider out of Black Kraft Paper

Posted by Alan NeSmith on Thu, Sep 28, 2023

There’s a spooky holiday at the end of October where ghosts, witches, costumes and candy are the stars of the show. The superstitions and eerie traditions of Halloween allow us to embrace the creepy side of life for a night. What is more frightening than spiders? Here at Oren, we are taking on Halloween this year, paper style. Check out at this fun and easy way to make a decorative spider out of black kraft paper for your Halloween festivities this year.

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