Tube Sealing Options
Published August 2, 2021 33353 Views
The Challenge: Need to put your product into a squeeze tube, where do you start? So many types of tubes... extruded mono/coex, laminate, injection-molded, confused yet? It's very important to choose a tube that will match your sealing machine capabilities. The Whole Package has 25 years in tubes...
Types of Tube Sealing
Published August 1, 2021 31201 Views
When choosing tube filling equipment for plastic tubes, it is very important to understand the various types of tube sealing options available. Tube filling machinery comes with hot-air sealing, ultrasonic sealing, impulse sealing or hot-jaw sealing options. Matching the type of squeeze...
TABLETOP TUBE FILLING AND SEALING MACHINES
Published December 16, 2019 3047 Views
The Whole Package has specialized in cosmetic tube products for over two decades. Over the years, we have built a strong reputation as the premier North American tube filling and sealing specialists in cosmetic packaging. We serve hundreds of personal care, pharmaceutical, dentifrice, food, hous...
Manufacturers are Looking to Fill and Seal Cosmetic Tubes In-House
Published November 14, 2019 2123 Views
Many cosmetic and personal care product manufacturers are looking to fill and seal smaller runs of cosmetic tubes, for samples or product testing before larger roll-outs. Finding companies in the industry that have low, minimum order requirements can be difficult. Many outsourced tube filling an...
Eco-Friendly Cosmetic Packaging
Published October 21, 2019 5911 Views
Eco-Friendly Cosmetic Packaging Consumers are becoming more conscious of the environment and are purchasing products that contain less plastic, and more sustainable materials and brands are taking notice. Many manufacturers are now focusing on eco-friendly options for their product packaging,...
What Type of Squeeze Tube is Right for Your Application?
Published October 1, 2018 5560 Views
Today, plastic squeeze tubes are called upon more than ever as the vehicle of choice to deliver cosmetic and personal care products. This is because tube packaging is a low cost, efficient, shelf stable and aesthetically pleasing way to deliver a product. In fact, squeeze tubes are becoming th...
Cosmetic Tube Packaging Meets the New Standard of “Inclusive Beauty”
Published August 24, 2018 2989 Views
In the world of cosmetic packaging, trends come and go, but one such trend that has emerged into a new standard is the notion of “inclusive beauty.” Inclusive beauty broadens the traditional stereotypical definition of beauty and depicts beauty brands in a variety of more c...
Digitally Printed Stock Tubes Offer Private Label Manufacturers NBE Quality
Published July 24, 2018 2120 Views
When it comes to store-brands, private label manufacturers are under pressure to maintain the National Brand Equivalent or “NBE” look and quality of the line. The NBE look is particularly challenging when it comes to developing cosmetic or personal care tubes for their store-br...
Digital Printing for Cosmetic Tubes
Published June 28, 2018 13009 Views
A growing challenge for cosmetic tube manufacturers is the trend among beauty brands towards smaller run sizes and SKU proliferation. In recent years, wholesale cosmetic tubes are gaining popularity among stock packaging options. Stock Cosmetic Tubes There are now multiple packaging supp...
Should you buy a tube filling machine or outsource your tube filling needs?
Published January 5, 2018 3548 Views
We are asked this question often, “should we buy our own tube filling & sealing machine or outsource our tube filling needs?” Before answering this question, lets first lay some groundwork. Why listen to anything we have to say? Good question, here is the simple answer...
To package yourself or use a Contract Packager, what’s it cost?
Published January 15, 2016 14421 Views
Many times we are asked the question whether it makes more sense for a brand to package their own tubes, bottles or jars, or use the services of a contract packaging company instead. In today’s fast paced and extremely competitive consumer goods industry, a professional looking package a...
Tube Filling Machine Parts
Published November 30, 2012 17516 Views
The Whole Package specializes in the engineering and machining of size parts for all makes and models of tube filling machinery. Over 500 cosmetic packaging companies just in the USA use our parts on their production tube filler machine brands from Kalix, Norden, IWK, Unipac, Axomatic, Tonazzi...
CBD benefits in skincare products.
Published October 22, 2022 89 Views
CBD ingredients have become extremely popular in the beauty and personal care market. It seems like most skincare companies are launching CBD brands or adding CBD to their existing lines. As the taboo around cannabis ends, mainstream stores like CVS, Walgreens, Ulta, and Sephora now carry...
CBD skincare is quickly becoming a multibillion-dollar industry.
Published October 22, 2022 100 Views
By now you’ve seen the word CBD on everything from beauty cosmetics to pet treats, ever since 2018 when the Farm Bill was passed, lifting the federal ban on hemp production, companies are now allowed to produce products with cannabidiol (CBD Oil). This oil is derived from the non-psychoact...
Digitally Printed Tubes Offer NBE Quality
Published October 22, 2022 89 Views
When it comes to store-brands, private label manufacturers are under pressure to maintain the National Brand Equivalent or “NBE” look and quality of the line. The NBE look is particularly challenging when it comes to developing cosmetic or personal care tubes for their store-br...
A Compelling Case for Using Tubes for Packaging
Published November 13, 2014 9021 Views
Many product manufacturers use tubes for a few products not their entire range. This has led to questions about the ability of tubes to be efficient packaging solutions in many circumstances. Typically, there are a few misconceptions about tube packaging that hold back their use. However, with innov...
Innovations Increase Interest in Tubes
Published November 13, 2014 4124 Views
Both cosmetics and food product manufacturers are showing greater interest in tubes as packaging material as innovations in tube production, printing, and caps ensure better products that are less expensive to make and transport and, therefore, greener. There are various innovations in tubes that ma...
Tubes Made from Sugarcane Resin Provide a Green Option
Published November 13, 2014 9144 Views
There are many cosmetics and beauty formulations and products made from natural and organic substances. However, when they are packed in conventional polyethylene made from petroleum, the packaging is at dissonance with the green message and mission of the manufacturers and consumers. Now, a few tub...
Advancements in Tube Labeling and Decorations
Published November 13, 2014 5058 Views
Tubes are most often used by manufacturers of beauty products as they are convenient to use, more economical, offer salient functionality, and can be labeled and decorated in a variety of ways. Manufacturers of cosmetics need to ensure that their products stand out on the retail store shelves. This...
Protecting Pharmaceutical Formulations Using Airless Tubes
Published October 31, 2014 5011 Views
Most brand owners, including pharmaceutical brand owners, are aware that consumers and patients prefer the convenience of tubes. Tubes are easier for dispensing the products without any sudden release or splashing. However, when it comes to pharmaceutical products, the brand owners need to ensure th...
Global Demand for Tubes for Packaging Personal Care Products Rises
Published October 22, 2014 4016 Views
The global demand for squeezable tubes has increased and is set to rise further with greater demand from the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, and China) countries as well as from the more mature and developed economies of the US, Eurozone, and Japan. Different factors account for the increase in demand...
3D Printed Manufacturing of Custom Twist-Up Recyclable Balm Jar
Published October 22, 2014 4850 Views
Anita’s Balm, a company started by Anita Redd, manufactures balms for the skin, hair, lip, and eye has carried innovation a step further by designing and using a custom twist-up compostable balm jar. Founder Anita Redd started off mixing the balm at home for her son who suffers from eczema. An...
Advantages of Using Tube Packaging for Specialty Cosmetics
Published October 15, 2014 8921 Views
With the growing importance of appearance for both men and women, there is a huge demand for cosmetics in today’s market. However, a manufacturer of specialty cosmetics needs to be able to make an impression on the consumer and ensure that they try the wonderful product first. Additionally, co...
Save Money on Tube Filling with Your Own Machine
Published June 18, 2014 4509 Views
If you manufacture products that are packaged in metal or plastic tubes, it's safe to assume that you know a thing or two about tube filling services. As industries become more competitive, the need to keep costs low while streamlining productivity has never been more important. As m...
Using Squeeze Tubes for Private Label Products
Published May 30, 2014 19464 Views
Private labeling, or white labeling as many refer to it, is a convenient and affordable way for small and home based businesses to sell and market their products. Not only does it allow you the distinction of having your own brand to promote, it also affords you the opportunity to present your...
A Growing Trend in Tubes for Personal Care Products
Published May 27, 2014 6084 Views
There's no arguing the popularity of personal care and beauty products in today's economy. Until rather recently, a steep majority of these products were packaged in traditional plastic jars or pump-based dispenser bottles. Today, however, more and more manufacturers are abandoning the use o...
Rapidly Produced Machine Parts via 3D Printing
Published May 23, 2013 5698 Views
Just imagine the thousands of Packaging Machinery Parts which will benefit greatly from 3D Metal printing in the near future. Just in time manufacturing of change parts and/or replacement parts will be available in a matter of days instead of weeks (or months in some cases). No longer will...
3D Printed Tube Filler Tooling
Published February 14, 2013 7668 Views
At The Whole Package, LLC we are very excited to announce the availability of 3D Printed Parts. With this new technology, we are able to offer the fastest delivery time in the industry for all of your part needs. What used to take a couple weeks to engineer and manufacture using traditional CNC mach...