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6 Types of Kraft Paper and Their Best Business Uses

Posted by Mark Jones on Thu, Aug 13, 2020

When you hear the words “kraft paper” there's probably a picture that comes to mind. For some people, it's a roll of thick brown paper that they wrap sandwiches in.  For others, it's a packing material or even school projects.

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Tags: Kraft Paper Uses

Expert Tips to Avoid the Most Common Barbecue Fails

Posted by Mark Jones on Mon, Jul 20, 2020

A backyard barbecue is a pastime enjoyed by many people, and it represents an opportunity to relax and enjoy the company of friends and family. If the end result tastes bad, or over/under cooked, the relaxation ends. Grilling/smoking meat seems like an easygoing activity, creating delicious barbecue can actually be very challenging. It takes preparation, time, and some "insider" knowledge. 

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Tags: Butcher Paper

The One-Time Use Tear-Off Menu Roll is Helping to Protect the Food Service Industry

Posted by Mark Jones on Thu, May 21, 2020

This single-use, sanitary option is the perfect way to keep your team and patrons safe:

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Tags: Food Service Paper

Why Scrim Paper is Your Strongest Paper Ally

Posted by Mark Jones on Thu, Feb 15, 2018

When you think about the strongest and most durable materials out there, paper probably doesn’t come to mind. And although the paper we most commonly encounter in our daily lives isn’t usually lauded for its strength, don’t be fooled — some paper stocks have some pretty big muscles to flex.

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Tags: Flexographic Printing

How Paper Manufacturers Can Reduce Their Environmental Impact

Posted by Mark Jones on Wed, Jan 10, 2018

Environmental impact is something that’s always top of mind for paper manufacturers these days. And while a negative picture is often painted about various manufacturing industries’ effects on Mother Earth, much of it is the result of misinformation when it comes to paper industries.

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Tags: Industry News & Tips

Steak Paper: It’s Not All Black and White

Posted by Mark Jones on Fri, Dec 08, 2017

As the owner of a meat shop or restaurant, you may view steak paper simply as a necessity for maintaining freshness, layering display cases and packaging meats for your customers. But have you ever considered the integral part steak paper plays in encouraging customers to buy your meat in the first place?

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Tags: Food Service Paper

What is Chipboard? 4 Important Facts

Posted by Mark Jones on Tue, Nov 28, 2017

Anyone in a business that utilizes different stocks of paper knows that the types, colors, and weights of paper are seemingly endless. There really is paper for just about everything.

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Tags: Food Service Paper, Custom Paper Ideas

How Do Restaurants Use Rolls of Paper to Cover Tables?

Posted by Mark Jones on Wed, Oct 11, 2017

Butcher and kraft paper have become popular tools of the trade for restaurants from coast to coast. Using paper rolls in a restaurant establishment can have many benefits, from aesthetics, to functionality, to smart and effective branding. Using paper to cover tables has become one of the most popular uses of these types of paper. If you’ve been thinking about trading in tablecloths for rolls of paper to cover tables, you’re in good company.

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Tags: Food Service Paper, Butcher Paper

Why is Flexographic Printing the Go-to Choice for Packaging?

Posted by Mark Jones on Wed, Jul 05, 2017

Packaging products used to be designed solely for efficiency and durability to protect contents during storage and shipping. But with more brand competition than ever, packaging materials have become an essential marketing tool of the trade.

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Tags: Flexographic Printing

Using Freezer Paper as Stencil Paper: 3 Common Questions Answered

Posted by Mark Jones on Wed, Jun 14, 2017

If you love DIY projects then you’re probably always looking for the next best thing when it comes to supplies that can simplify your undertakings and make them more affordable.

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Tags: Food Service Paper