Keep snacks and grains fresh and protected.

Frequently asked questions

• What locations does Emmerson Packaging service?

  We service all of Canada and the United States. We have warehouses strategically located throughout to ensure that from coast to coast, your product is always close.

• What are your standard lead times?

  Lead times are based on where the product is being shipped to, but typically on repeat orders, standard have-ready lead times are:

  • Surface print rollstock – 4 weeks
  • Lamination rollstock – 5 weeks
  • Bottom gusset pouches – 6 weeks
  • Box pouch and quad seals – 7 weeks
• What is your minimum order quantity?

  Our minimum order quantities per product type are typically (but may vary depending on the specifications of your item):

  • Rollstock and Pouches – 25,000 PC per SKU
  • Box Pouches – 30,000 pc per family, 10,000 PC per SKU
  • Quad bags – 10,000 per SKU per order.

  As we are strategically set up to manufacture large-scale orders, the more we understand about your annual impressions, the better we can find you ways to save money, but our experts can discuss this more with you.

• What is your on-time delivery rate?

  We boast a 98+% on-time delivery rate. We’re so confident in our ability to deliver your project on time, we offer a rock-solid New

  Product Launch Guarantee. If you miss a launch date and it’s our fault, we’ll pay a penalty fee!

• What sets Emmerson Packaging apart from other manufacturers in terms of sustainability?
  • We have been producing sustainable, recycle-ready stand-up pouches since 2019
  • We offer a team of dedicated sustainable packaging R&D experts to ensure that you can meet your packaging goals.
  • Beyond packaging innovations, our manufacturing facilities have long concentrated on sustainability initiatives, and we are SQF level 2 Certified.
  • We were the first flexographic printer in North America to adopt ISO 14001 in order to guide the creation of our environmental management system.
  • We were also the first Sustainable Green Printer (SGP) in Canada and the 6th in the US.
  • Our products are peanut free – and we have complete product traceability!
• What do I need to know about PCR?
  • PCR materials come from plastic products that have been recycled, collected, cleaned, reprocessed into PCR resin, and then made into something new. An example of products that are used to create PCR resin would be HDPE, milk jugs.
  • PCR provides excellent packaging sustainability benefits, but they may impact print quality and/or film consistency. If the package is a lamination of two substrates, the PCR can be added to the substrate that is not being printed, and the print will not be compromised. However, if the specification is one substrate and not laminated, the PCR film may impact the graphics. One of the compromises of PCR is the presence of gels or unmelts which are areas that do not melt uniformly. They will show up as small hard spots. These gels will affect print as the ink will pool around the hard spots.
  • Emmerson Packaging offers 15 – 25% content. Although 100% PCR packaging is available, the resin does not melt uniformly. As a result, there can be unmelts and gels present, which are small un-melted areas in the sealant film. To minimize this impact, we advise limiting the amount of PCR in the product.
• Do you make your own film?

  Yes, we make our own polyethylene films. You can choose from clear, white, or add visual impact from our line of matte finish PE films.

  Our in-house Research and Development and Graphics teams can work with you to understand your goals and provide technical expertise, along with concept and design support to ensure that your goals are met. Complete our contact us form to coordinate a meeting today!

• Do you make your own plates?

  Yes, we make our own plates in-house using an ESKO HD workflow.

• Do you do digital printing?

  Emmerson Packaging does not currently offer digital printing. As a flexible packaging manufacturer focused on pantry essentials, frozen food, pet food, towel and tissue, personal care, and specialty product markets, we believe flexographic printing remains the best solution for many customers based on their volume, quality, and service requirements.

• What are your in-house production capabilities?

  Emmerson Packaging is a vertically-integrated manufacturing operation. We deliver consistent and high-quality services and products, with premium in-house production capabilities:

  • HD Printing (4000 DPI resolution with 175 LPI for superior ink lay down and color control)
  • High-speed flexographic presses with state-of-the-art robotic capabilities
  • Print width ranges from 12” (minimum) to 65” (maximum)
  • Print repeat ranges from 12 1/4” (minimum) to 49” (maximum)
  • 10-colour maximum range plus combinations
  • Surface or reverse sheeting or tubing
  • Computer-controlled ink blending
  • Graphics/Pre-Press Services
• What is the best packaging for snacks and pantry foods?

  The best packaging for snacks and pantry foods depends on moisture sensitivity, oxygen exposure, grease content, aroma profile, product weight, shelf-life goals, and retail format. Common options include rollstock, stand up pouches, flat bottom pouches, box pouches, quad bags, zipper pouches, resealable pouches, and high barrier films.

• What packaging keeps snacks crisp?

  Snack packaging that uses moisture barrier film can help protect crunch and texture by limiting exposure to humidity. Strong seals, the right film structure, and suitable packaging formats are also important for chips, crackers, cookies, baked snacks, cereals, granola, nuts, and other dry foods.

• Can snack packaging be Recycle Ready?

  Yes, some snack packaging can be designed with Recycle Ready structures where barrier requirements, product protection, and recycling infrastructure allow. Emmerson helps brands evaluate whether Recycle Ready packaging is suitable for the product’s shelf-life, freshness, grease resistance, and durability needs.

• What is the difference between a quad bag and a stand up pouch?

  A stand up pouch is often used for products that need shelf presence, resealability, and consumer convenience. A quad bag is typically used for larger or heavier products that need more structure, side-gusset stability, and strong shelf blocking.