One question we get asked is, “how can we promote being more green?”  Well the key elements in “Thinking Green” is the idea of reducing.  Crawford offers additional ideas beyond using our 2nd Genesis Line of post-consumer polyethylene material.  Consider these three ideas:

When a project is being extruded - “Can I reduce the thickness or gauge of the material?”
Many times this part of the project is overlooked.  We have a mindset of quoting gauges we are familiar with.  But if you reduce the thickness by 5% to 10% you save money and are sustainable.  Now on small quantities, this may not be a savings, but for medium to large production run its worth considering.

When a project is requesting a custom color material - “Is there a stock color that could be substituted?”
We are happy to custom extrude any color, but when requesting a non-stock color it takes more material pounds to produce the color and it increases the price.  This option is not always possible, but if a color could be substituted it produces less waste and makes your pricing more attractive.

Consider construction, packing and transportation
When a project is in the RFQ phase think through ways you can reduce.  For instance, ship a product flat which will cut down packing materials and freight.  Instead of adding a latch, go with a tuck tab closure.  Maybe instead of a tote box recommended an expandable envelope.  There are lots of ways to reduce waste and cost - we need to take a few extra moments to think it through.

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We believe its important to minimize our impact on the planet by re-using reclaimed plastic hence Crawford Industries has developed our 2nd Genesis recycled sheet and products.  Our 2nd Genesis sheet is extruded polyethylene post-consumer plastic (PE-PCR) from reclaimed milk jugs which can be converted into many applications. Not only is 2nd Genesis good for the environment it is typically less expensive than virgin PE resin.

We can produce this in a natural translucent, tinted translucent and any PMS opaque color.  We can extrude PE-PCR in thicknesses from 0.015 to 0.125 gauge.  Crawford inventories 6 stock colors and 5 translucent trend colors in several standard thicknesses.

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Expressive NEW packaging with a Traditional Style. We have taken a traditional packaging style and created a new look that elevates it beyond ordinary.  With our 4-color process offset printing and a newly developed plastic handle, we know this box has sell-appeal.

Expressive NEW features include:

• Custom 4-color process offset printing in small quantities
• New snap in, adjustable plastic handle. One handle fits all sizes - keeping it economical
• All plastic materials are recyclable (including the handle) - making it earth friendly
• Product can be shipped fully assembled or can ship flat with minimal assembly
• Available in a variety of opaque material colors, clear, translucents and tints

Take Out Boxes make creative packaging for packaged gourmet foods, party favors, pet treats or any festive presentation! Made from polyethylene, polypropylene or post-consumer polyethylene these boxes are great for baskets, soaps and wrapped food (indirect contact). These different applications of the Poly Chinese Take Out Box provides an alternative look yet functionality at a very economical price.

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The Window-View Binder is two components, the outside polypropylene binder and the inside SBS paper board insert.   The combination of the two gives you a durable binder with high-end 4CP graphics and at an affordable price, even in small quantities.

Product Specs:

• 020 or 030 gauge polypropylene
• Standard Capacities: 1/2”, 1”, 1-1/2” & 2”
• Standard Sheet Size: 11” x 8-1/2” & 8-1/2” x 5-1/2”
• 4 color-process offset printed 18pt SBS Board
• Inside SBS insert is full front cover & Spine and 2” back cover flap (Flap may vary slightly depending on capacity.)

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Welcome to Crawford Industries’ NEW Blog site where we provide the latest insight into polyethylene and polypropylene converted products.  Crawford Industries has been in business since 1959 and we have grown to be the leading U.S. manufacturer of extruded polyethylene and polypropylene and a converter of its materials.

Our Blog will be sharing new and exciting products and information you need to know for buying and selling polyethylene and polypropylene products.  If you have questions, click the link to the left “Ask Anything About Poly” and we’ll provide the answer.

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