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Industry News
Reducing Transit Damage Without Overpackaging
Upgrading to a stronger box isn't always the right fix for transit damage — sometimes the problem is fit, void fill, or flute direction, not raw strength.
Valista Packaging Team · 2026-06-30
Sustainability
FSC Certification: What It Means for Your Packaging Supply Chain
FSC Chain of Custody certification is increasingly requested by retailers and export customers. Here's what it actually certifies.
Valista Packaging Team · 2026-05-22
Packaging Guides
ECT vs. Burst Strength: What Do These Numbers Actually Mean?
Two of the most common box specs — Edge Crush Test and Mullen Burst — measure different things. Confusing them can lead to the wrong box for the job.
Valista Packaging Team · 2026-04-18
Packaging Guides
How to Choose the Right Flute Type for Your Shipping Boxes
A-flute, B-flute, C-flute, E-flute — the flute profile you pick affects cushioning, stacking strength, and print quality. Here's how to choose.
Valista Packaging Team · 2026-03-04