The 5 Most Common Paper Tubes
They say the average American uses 8 paper tubes a day…all without knowing it. Are you average? Above average? Below average?If the “average” American uses 8 paper tubes, where are they?How are |
The average American uses 8 paper tubes a day…all without knowing.
Admit it.You’ve hit at least one unsuspecting person with a wrapping paper tube at least once in your life.Probably more.Did you know the average American uses 8 paper tubes a day…all without know |
The Future of Packaging 2016
According to Hannu Alalauri, SVP at The Global Pack Summit, the packaging industry is seeing the following 5 major trends:Increasing importance of brand building and “shelf standout”Increasing com |
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 othe |
The History of Spiral Paper Tube & Core – Los Angeles
After returning from World War II, George Hibard Sr., a Wisconsin native, set out to pursue his American dream when he started Spiral Paper Tube & Core in 1949.A machinist by trade, and a USC Marshall |
There is so much to be grateful for
Life is hard. Managing a family is hard. Running a business is hard. Bad things happen to the ones we love and often times there’s nothing we can do to make it better.For many of us, we spend as muc |
Think You Have Tube Knowledge?
Paper Tubes. It’s what we do.Last year, we set out to educate as many people as possible by launching our Knowledge Base.We had noticed that many of our clients, packaging distributors, curious mind |
Top 10 Halloween Costumes with Paper Tubes
Every October, parents and party-goers alike are faced with this question: What should I dress up as for Halloween?Like everybody else, we appreciate a unique costume. But, we’re biased. We like cos |
Top 2 Things We’re Most Thankful For
Nearly 70 years ago, Spiral Paper Tube & Core Company was founded by George Hibard Sr. Three generations and millions of paper tubes later, we’re still at it.This Thanksgiving, we thought we would s |
Two Ways to Order Paper Cores
Today we want to show you the two different ways to order tape cores and label cores.1) Emailing Purchase Orders2) Online Ordering 1) EMAILING PURCHASE ORDERSWe have been making spiral paper cores in |
We absolutely love 5th grade Math. Here’s why.
Do you remember the first time you learned about Pi and 3.14159….Although I spent a lot of time learning things I never use in my adult day-to-day life, 5th grade math and Pi (3.14) are certainly no |
We order v-board, corner protectors, edge protectors by the truckload. Can you deliver on a flatbed trailer?
Yes. Upon request, local deliveries can be made with a flatbed trailer. |
We ordered too many custom paper tubes or edge protectors. Will you take the extras back?
No. |
We were just notified that our order is ready to pick up. Do we need an appointment?
No. Shipping and receiving is open 8am-3:30pm Monday through Friday (excluding national holidays) and is first come first served. |
We'd like to apply for an open account. Do you offer terms?
Yes. Request and return a Credit Application. Company information, banking details, and transactional information from your trade references are requested. We contact your trade references and obtain |
We’ll be closed for Christmas
This year just seemed to come and go. We’ve had the privilege of meeting lots of new clients, and continuing to build lasting relationships with those we’ve been working with for years…and for s |
What are “seaming tins” and why do so many want them?
Seaming tins are circular, punch-pressed metal end closures, used on the tops and bottoms of Fiber Cans and Telescope Tubes.The process of permanently applying a tin part to a paper tube is defined as |
What are your will call / pick up hours?
Shipping and receiving is open from 8am - 3:30pm Monday through Friday. National holidays excluded. |
What does GCMI stand for?
Glass Containers Manufacturers Institute. |
What does MSDS stand for? We're a distributor and our customer is asking for it.
MSDS is short for Material Safety Data Sheet. It includes detailed product information. We provide MSDS information upon request for our paper and adhesive (glue). |