Why do Mailing Tubes have "usable" lengths?
Most mailing tubes use plastic plugs to secure the ends. Most plastic plugs are .500" deep. When both of the plastic plugs are inserted, they reduce the inside, "usable" length of the Mailing Tube by |
Made in the USA
We have been manufacturing spiral paper tubes here in Los Angeles since 1949. Over the decades, we’ve watched many businesses move their operations off-shore and overseas, but we are committed to s |
Made in the USA
Since our first paper tube came off the line in 1949, we’ve been in Los Angeles, California. Now, more than ever, we’re proud to manufacture paper tubes and edge protectors in our own backyard. F |
What's the crush strength of a 3" ID x 24" usable x .060 mailing tube?
Unlike corrugated boxes, spiral paper tubes do not have industry standard crush strengths. Paper tubes with thicker walls are stronger than paper tubes with thinner walls. |
Made in the USA
After the past several decades, many manufacturers have relocated their businesses from the United States to another country. Cheaper labor and raw materials cost has been the biggest carrot for thes |
Where do you ship?
We ship throughout the United States. All orders ship directly from our Los Angeles facilities. Air, ground, LTL (less than truckload), and truckload services are available. |
Covid-19 Coronavirus Update
America’s manufacturing companies have been jolted by the coronavirus pandemic. We are no different. Because our paper tubes support a variety of supply chains, we’re considered essential. As a t |
3 inch diameter tape cores and label cores
When it comes to spiral paper tubes, the most common inside diameter is 3 inches. But why? When you order egg bites from Starbucks, the barista peels a sticker off of a roll of stickers, and adheres |
Paper Canisters look great on retail shelves
Is it possible to make a brown paper tube look good? Yes! Paper canisters are spiral paper tubes, wrapped with custom graphics, with a top and a weight-bearing base. This “buy WHY doesn’t money g |
Made in America. Made in Los Angeles.
Over the past 10 years, California manufacturing has become nearly nonexistent. Many businesses that were started by the Greatest Generation have gone out of business, moved out of California, or mov |
What is a "print plate"?
A print plate is an industry term for a rubber stamp. When a slogan, logo, or handling instructions need to be printed on paper tubes or edge protectors, a print plate is required. In order to have a |
The History of Paper Packaging
Before the invention of paper products, nature supplied packaging needs with the use of elements such as gourds, shells, and leaves to wrap food and supplies. Later, containers were fashioned from ot |
Custom Paper Canisters – Style 4
I am drawn to aesthetic packaging. I appreciate when packaging is multi-functional, good for the environment, well made, and economically priced. I like a unique style that brings classic fun, and ec |
Southern California’s Leading Paper Tube Manufacturer
Los Angeles is home to many amazing destinations that attract tourists from all over the world. Because of the historical value found in Southern California museum exhibits, along with Santa Monica P |
How to ship posters?
Let’s assume you’re just starting your poster company and that you are the one who will be purchasing the supplies, packing everything, and shipping the posters yourself. And keep in mind that � |
You Won’t Find Custom Poster Tubes at Your Local Office Supply Shop – Part 1
Local office supply stores stock some of the common poster tubes – 2″ inside diameter x 24″ usable length, 2″ inside diameter x 36″ usable length, 2″ inside diameter x 48″ usable length |
Yunhee Min & Peter Tolkin, “Red Carpet in C,” at UCR Arts
It’s not always “business as usual” here at Spiral Paper Tube & Core. We recently had the opportunity to work with two greats, Yunhee Min , an artist, and architect Peter Tolkin , both working |