Last week, we wrote about the top 10 things no one tells you about manufacturing (according to Reddit). During the course of our research, we encountered so many useful slogans and witticisms that we just had to highlight them in today’s article. Below are some essential machine shop sayings which you might encounter—or share—the next […]
FSMA 204 Deadline Extension: Explained
FSMA 204 Deadline Extended: What Food Manufacturers Need to Know Food manufacturers and other businesses preparing for new federal food traceability requirements now have more time to get ready. That’s because The FDA’s Food Traceability Rule, established under Section 204 of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), has been given an extended deadline. Originally scheduled […]
Disadvantages and Advantages of RFID Chips
Imagine standing in a warehouse, pointing a scanner at the boxes around you. You are able to instantly see how many products you have—without having to open a single box. That’s a reality made possible by RFID chips, an older technology that’s experiencing a revival in the current decade. In a previous blog, we discussed […]
Best Manufacturing Wisdom (from Reddit)
They say there’s a subreddit for everything, and manufacturing is no exception. In an effort to stay connected to one of our favorite client industries, we recently paid a visit to r/manufacturing, and spent some time reading insights from manufacturing pros around the world. Their conversations inspired us to compile the following list of “hot […]
How RFID Chips Help with Food Safety
This article was written without the use of generative AI. You may already be aware that RFID chips are increasingly being used to make the checkout experience faster for consumers. However, RFID chips also provide another huge benefit—making it easier to safely distribute food. In today’s article, we’ll explore how RFID chips are revolutionizing food […]
Identifying your Target Market!
This article was written without the use of generative AI. When you are starting a new business, one smart thing to do is decide on your target market. A target market is the small, niche group of customers which you plan to reach with your branding and marketing materials. Though it may seem counterintuitive, focusing […]
How RFID Chips are Reshaping Retail
You may have heard of a new type of checkout experience that an increasing number of retailers are adopting. With RFID self-checkout technology, shoppers can place their desired items in a bin, where everything is scanned instantly. Items and prices are then displayed on a linked payment device, where buyers can quickly pay for their […]
Valentine’s Day Mailing and Packaging Tips
Valentine’s Day is almost here. If the object of your affections lives far away, you may be wondering how to safely send them chocolate, flowers, and jewelry. Never fear–our Richmond packaging company is here to answer all your Valentine’s Day mailing questions! Keep scrollingto learn how to safely ship chocolate, jewelry, and flowers. How to […]
Making an Incredible Unboxing Experience
If you’re like most online business owners, you’ve probably invested a lot of time into creating an amazing product, and reaching the customers who will buy them. You’ve probably spent a lot less time, though, on the experience that unfolds after the sale: the unboxing experience. In today’s post, our Richmond V.A. packaging company will […]
Understanding the Jan 2026 Cheese Recall
In November 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent out a recall alert for Boar’s Head® Pecorino Romano cheese. Then, in January 2026, the FDA updated that recall to a Class 1, indicating its highest level of risk. In today’s post, we’ll share everything you need to know about the January 2026 cheese […]