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Gaylord Boxes: History & Handling
The most common boxes used for shipping or storing larger items can be used with gaylord boxes. Gaylord boxes are made of durable corrugated material that allows you to ship in larger quantities. The most common are...Continue reading
5 Different Ways to Use a 5 Gallon Bucket
You have five gallon buckets in your garage or your warehouse. Don't know what to put in them? Want to find creative ways to use them? There are a wide variety of ways to use five gallon buckets, including the popular...Continue reading
Best 5 Gallon Bucket Garden Ideas & Yard Uses
Thanks to the durability of 5 gallon plastic buckets, they can be repurposed for a variety of outdoor uses. From creative planters to bucket garden ideas, we've compiled a list of our favorite...Continue reading
How to Keep Water Buckets from Freezing
In cooler climates, it can be difficult to prevent water pails and buckets from freezing. Ensuring water does not freeze for animals or plants is essential. Prepare for cold temperatures with...Continue reading
What Are the Dimensions of a Standard 5 Gallon Bucket?
Trying to find the right sized container for your product can be difficult. As a reliable option, the five gallon bucket can be the choice for a wide variety of products, including...Continue reading
Why Are Beer Bottles Brown?
Picture this: you’re enjoying a crisp beer at your favorite place, watching the light make your beer bottle glow a warm amber brown. Maybe you suspect the brown glass...Continue reading
How to Reseal A Wine Bottle | Tips From Experts
There’s nothing like having a glass of wine after a long day with your friends or for a celebration. But how do you store it once opened? What is the best way to...Continue reading
How to Wrap a Pallet (Hand vs Machine)
When products need to get from point A to point B, protection becomes the number one priority. Pallet wraps, whether by hand or by machine, add that extra level of padding that limits potential damage and also allows users to figure out...Continue reading
Transporting Wine 101 | How to Pack Wine Bottles for Moving
There are plenty of exciting things about moving! Enjoy these moments with your favorite wine by ensuring that every bottle survives the journey...Continue reading
Real People, Real Stories: 20 Liters
20 Liters is a non-profit organization that specializes in providing water sanitation and hygiene solutions to vulnerable people in Rwanda, Africa. Based out of Michigan, 20 Liters creates...Continue reading
Best Paint Can Openers 2024 | Streamlining Your DIY Projects
Paint cans store a variety of items, not just paint. Understanding how to open a paint can correctly will prevent injuries and avoid...Continue reading
Paint Can Sizes | All Standard & Non Standard Sizes
Different projects require different amounts of paint. Need to find the right paint can material, lining and size for the job? Learn about all of these and how to measure…Continue reading
Paint Can Storage Ideas | Efficient & Creative
Project creation can be messy and chaotic, but your paint can storage shouldn’t be. Dive into these practical and organizational tips…Continue reading
How to Open a Paint Can The Right Way
Paint cans are great for storing a variety of items, but what is the best way to open one? Following the proper safety precautions to open the cans will…Continue reading
Fiberglass vs Pleated Air Filters | A Comparative Analysis
There are two popular types of disposable air filters: Fiberglass and Pleated. It is important to know when to use one over the other, what makes each stand out as well as…Continue reading
How to Measure Dip Tube Length
Dip tubes are ideal for bottles to reach the bottom of the containers. Most manufacturers produce dip tubes at a standard length, but what are the steps to…Continue reading
How to Dispose of Paint Cans (Best Way for Every Type)
The time has come to recycle your paint cans and you want to do it right. Have you taken your paint cans' material into account? Do you need to dispose of excess paint safely? Click to read more …Continue reading
How to Measure Your Air Filter | The Only Guide You'll Need
Filters on an HVAC system work well with the right size, performance ratings, quality and material. A filter that does not fit well can affect both the system and in turn the air quality and people around your building. This article details important information about…Continue reading
FPR vs MERV vs MPR | Understanding Filtration Rating Systems
Filters improve air quality and extend the life of your HVAC systems. When air filters are dirty and have not been updated in a while, your AC system has to work harder to push air throughout the filter. Frequently changing the filter will reduce…Continue reading
Real People, Real Stories: Mission Mayhem Wildlife Rehabilitation
Mission Mayhem Wildlife Rehabilitation is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization devoted to helping wildlife animals that have been injured or orphaned. Located in New York State, the rehab facility used our gamma seal lids to…Continue reading
What Is Considered A Tamper-Evident Container & Why They Matter
Tamper-evident containers are essential to put an airtight seal over a wide variety of products that rely on freshness and safety. It is important for companies to understand what a tamper-evident container is, why they are important and…Continue reading
Tamper-Proof vs Tamper-Evident Packaging
Tamper evident packaging provides an airtight seal that ensures customers no one has touched the product. Packaging that falls under Tamper-evident consist of food containers, caps and closures, and shrink bands. This packaging is commonly used…Continue reading
Pail vs Bucket - What's the Difference?
Pails and buckets are very similar containers, but the one difference is their purpose. These containers can be used within any industry and are very durable. A pail will have a compatible lid that…Continue reading
Five Tamper-Evident Packaging Examples for Enhanced Product Security
Tamper-Evident packaging is designed to both produce a tight seal that keeps products safe for consumption and let users know that the container or product has not been tampered with. Whether the seal forms from a cap or a container, tamper-evident packaging has a distinct way of…Continue reading
Child Resistant Packaging
Child resistant packaging, or also known as “special packaging” or “CR packaging”, makes sure that adults can access the contents within the containers. Child resistant caps are an ideal closure option for containers that need extra security. Having proper packaging is very important, especially…Continue reading
FDA Compliant vs Approved: What is the Difference?
It is important to package food in the right containers and materials. Want to know the differences between phrases such as FDA Compliant, FDA Approved and Food Grade? Read more about these distinctions and what containers…Continue reading
Benefits of Glass Packaging
Glass continues to be high in demand for products. Is your company looking for an eco-friendly and versatile packaging material? Read more about the benefits of glass and how it can help…Continue reading
Types of Metals Used in Containers
Companies are using metal packaging because of the durability and eco-friendly aspect that it brings to the table. Proper packaging is crucial for the quality of your products. Customers expect to…Continue reading
5 Benefits of Plastic Packaging
Plastic offers a lot of benefits for packaging, including versatility, cost-effectiveness and more. Whether you are working with a beverage, chemical or personal care product, find out if plastic packaging is right for…Continue reading
Types of Cannabis Containers
Cannabis comes in a variety of different forms, all requiring unique packaging. Cannabis containers are crucial for the quality of the product. Without the correct containers, your product can be…Continue reading
What Dust Filter Works Best for My System?
An effective dust collection system is important to ensure that dust, sand, powder and other contaminants stay separate from your products. With the right filtration setup, the entire facility can benefit, including...Continue reading
The Importance of Label Design
Packaging is one of the most important ways to communicate with customers. It is crucial to understand the role that label design plays in the success of a product, as it can make all the difference in attracting customer attention and ultimately drive sales. Creating your story on a label will help with...Continue reading
What are Drum Liners?
Want to know what drum liners can do for your drum and product? Find out how drum liners...Continue reading
Which Box is Best For My Product?
To ship anything, you need a box. Packaging is important to protect the contents within it. But which type of box is best for shipping and storing your products? Do you need a UN Rated box, durable and heavy-duty, or narrow? Understanding box types and common uses for each one can...Continue reading
What Is in a Spill Kit?
Spills in the work environment happen more often than people think. Whether it is as simple as something tipping over or a leak from an object that was not secure, it is important to make sure that the spill gets contained and cleaned up as quickly and efficiently as possible. There are four main types...Continue reading
Why Should I Color Code?
Curious about whether or not your facility needs a color-coding system? Find out more about....Continue reading
Beer Bottle Dimensions
Beer bottles come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but there's more to a beer bottle than it's height and diameter. There are essential components that make up....Continue reading
Beer Bottle Label Design Tips
Labels are essential to grow your brand. Personalized labels allow you to express who you are as a company by introducing yourself through....Continue reading
Containers for Skin Care
So you have the perfect skin care product… now what? Not only are the visual and stylistic elements important to catch the eye of the shopper but knowing which containers to use is essential.....Continue reading
How to Close a Paint Can
Closing a can of paint can be surprisingly difficult! Improper sealing can result in the lid coming off creating messes that waste the product. There are several different ways.....Continue reading
Storing Gasoline in Plastic Containers
As strong and durable as many types of plastic containers are, plastics do have some limitations. One of these is in plastics’ ability to store gasoline. Can gasoline be stored in plastic containers?.....Continue reading
Carbon Steel vs Stainless Steel
What’s the difference between stainless steel and carbon steel, and which material is most suitable for my application.....Continue reading
Packaging Essentials for Essential Oils
Pure essential oils contain volatile organic compounds, which means they are flammable and are sensitive to heat, light, oxygen and moisture. To maintain purity of these products, selecting the right packaging for these liquids can be a critical step in your essential oil business .....Continue reading
What Type of Drum Mixer Do I Need?
With over 200 industrial mixers and agitators to choose from, picking the wrong one can cause accidents and revenue loss. Click here to learn more about which drum mixer best fits your application .....Continue reading
Beer Bottle Styles
Why choose one beer bottle over another? Whether you have a large commercial operation or run a microbrewery, compare the different beer bottles available and how the right beer bottle can convey the ideal brand message for your signature brew .....Continue reading
Which Types of Plastics Can Be Recycled?
Before starting your next packaging project, it is important to understand what RIC plastic codes represent and whether each code is easily accessible for buyers to recycle at their local recycling facility.....Continue reading
4 Ways to Reduce Shipping Costs with Your Packaging
Even with the rise in shipping prices, there are ways you can keep your product delivery costs in check by re-thinking your packaging options. Because shipping costs largely depend on the weight and shape of the item you're shipping, here are four tips to ponder when looking to reduce your shipping costs.....Continue reading
What Is Hot Fill Packaging?
The food and beverage industry deploys a range of packaging methods to preserve, protect and extend the shelf life of consumable products. One of the most popular techniques to sterilize your juice, sauce or spread is hot fill packaging....Continue reading
Types of Wine Bottles - Everything You Need To Know
Whether they hold red or white, sparkling or still varieties, the various wine bottles available have distinguishing features that set them apart. Discover more about about wine bottle styles, sizes, glass color and more!...Continue reading
In-Mold Labeling
Ever wondered how you can efficiently customize your packaging? In-mold labeling offers a unique way to creatively label and produce your product in one step....Continue reading
Understanding Flame Treatment for Label Adhesion
Proper labeling showcases your product's attributes, drives brand awareness and makes your product stand out on store shelves. However, labels that fall off or don't adhere properly to the container can leave consumers with a bad impression. One popular treatment to ensure your container is primed for labeling is Flame Treatment....Continue reading
What is PCR Plastic? The Pros and Cons of PCR Packaging
PCR, short for post-consumer resin (post-consumer recycled), is an environment-friendly packaging option that is made from recycled plastics, most commonly PET and HDPE plastic products....Continue reading
What Is BPA And How Does It Affect My Packaging?
Appeal and performance aren’t the only components in deciding which container is the ideal choice for your product packaging. Consumers take many considerations into account when deciding which products is right for them on the shelves. One question in this deliberation might be: does it contain BPA? ...Continue reading
Bar Top Closures: Finding The Right Fit
Finding the right fit for your bar top cap can be a critical factor in packaging your special spirit, wine or condiment. This article will offer some tips on choosing the ideal fit for your glass bar top bottle ... Continue reading
Which Straight Sided Plastic Jar is Best for Your Product?
You’ve perfected your product formulation and are opting to package your product in a plastic straight sided wide mouth jar. But which one is best for your product? To help you decide, here is a comparison between thick wall, double wall and regular wall plastic jars... Continue reading
Real People, Real Stories: Protect Native Elders
Protect Native Elders is a crowdfunded, grassroots organization committed to procuring and delivering donated supplies to elders of Native American reservations in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. Because many of these tribal elders were without a water source, The Cary Company supplied the group with 275-gallon IBC totes. These containers provide life-giving water for drinking, as well as gardening and farming needs. ... Continue reading
What is a MERV Rating?
All air filters are designed to clean the air and improve indoor air quality. Many of these filters feature a MERV rating. But what does this MERV rating mean? And what are HEPA filters? ... Continue reading
Real People, Real Stories: Helping Heroes Get Home Safely
Silent Spring Safing Fluid is formulated to suppress the damage that can be caused by explosive devices, providing military personnel and first responders with another line of protection so they can get home safely to their families. The Cary Company was honored to be part of bringing this lifesaving product to market ... Continue reading
Real People, Real Stories: Utah Diné Bikéyah
Utah Diné Bikéyah is a nonprofit whose mission is to “preserve and protect the cultural and natural resources of ancestral Native American lands to benefit and bring healing to people and the Earth.” The organization has several programs that assist Native Americans, including distributing essential items in response to a COVID-19 outbreak that has affected tribespeople across the Southwest. ... Continue reading
Cary Delivers with New Truck Designs
We at The Cary Company are thrilled to reveal our new truck designs. These exciting, colorful concepts aim to showcase our company’s diverse product selection, increase brand awareness and, hopefully, make you smile ... Continue reading
The Cary Company Smashes a Chocolate Pretzel Pizza!
Here at The Cary Company, we love when we get samples from our customers! It's especially exciting when those samples are food related. So it was a nice, midweek surprise when we received a chocolate pretzel pizza from our customer Sweet Secrets Chocolate™, a unique gourmet candy company based in Carol Stream, Illinois ... Continue reading
Amber vs. Cobalt Blue: Which is Better for UV Protection?
Amber vs. Cobalt Blue Glass: The Best Bottle for your Light Sensitive Product If you’ve ever opened a bottle of beer and immediately noticed the flavor was off, odds are it was out in the sun too long. Sunlight contains ultraviolet radiation that can damage your product in the same way it causes sunburn or … Continue reading
Custom North Slope Chiller and FluxWrap Capabilities
Cold. It’s what your products need the most. With winter over, it will become increasingly difficult to maintain product temperatures where you want them to be. There are solutions: industrial chillers and cooling wraps can ensure your products don’t get too hot or cold. But do chiller manufacturers understand your specific cooling needs? Bring on … Continue reading
Clean Your Facility’s Tile and Grout Surfaces with the Help of SaniGLAZE®
Are you tired of your tile and grout surfaces never looking fully clean and trapping foul odors in your facility? SaniGLAZE® is here to help! Since the mid-1990s, SaniGLAZE® has been restoring and maintaining tile and grout surfaces. Expanding in 2000 as SaniGLAZE International®, they now have over 100 franchise units in the United States … Continue reading
Fluxwrap Cooling Jackets
As the weather gets warmer, so will the things you need to keep cool. And while you can’t control the weather, you can definitely stay chilled by using Fluxwrap from North Slope Chillers. Fluxwrap: What is it? Fluxwrap is a versatile fluid temperature control solution in the form of a wrap-around chiller. It can chill … Continue reading
How to Properly Size an Industrial Chiller
When you need to cool down a product, don’t go out and buy just any industrial chiller unit. North Slope Chillers has a proven formula for finding the exact chiller for your cooling needs. Temperature Differential The first step is to calculate the temperature differential, meaning the difference between the current temperature of your water … Continue reading
Glass vs Plastic: 7 Factors to Consider for Packaging your Product
If it takes 7 seconds to form a first impression of a stranger, it takes a fraction of that for a consumer to evaluate your product among others on the shelf. A customer might not try your product before making their decision and instead judge the book by its cover, or in this case the product by … Continue reading
North Slope Chillers: What is it?
North Slope Chillers Control. It’s what we all want over our lives: Control over food menus, what vehicle we drive, how our bodies look. It’s also what we want over the temperatures of our stuff. We want things kept cool, chilled and frozen. And that’s why North Slope Chillers was created. North Slope Chillers is … Continue reading
Fight the Cold Weather with Tote and Drum Heaters
Insulated Drum Heaters Keeping your expensive material properly heated with insulated drum heaters is one of the most important factors in storing bulk material in cold weather. Allowing freezing temperatures to get the better of your business when doing winter work can lead to delays, low-quality products, poor reviews, and less contracts for next year … Continue reading
8 Must-Know Tips for Industrial Winter Safety
Stay safe with these industrial winter safety guidelines. Winter is upon us. Though sparkling snow is enchanting, winter poses some major hazards if you haven’t prepared for it. Failing to recognize and respect the dangers of winter is careless. Whether you are traveling through, working in, or enjoying the weather, the following industrial winter safety … Continue reading
A Look Back at The Cary Company’s Winemaking Classes
Happy National Wine Day! To help celebrate, we would like to take a look back at The Cary Company’s sponsored winemaking classes that occurred earlier this past winter. In these classes, our employees got a hand at making their own wine using the new winemaking supplies that the Cary Company now carries. The classes took … Continue reading
Stay Healthy and Active with Orange Abe Protein Shakes
It’s not easy being an entrepreneur, much less a health driven business owner who spends countless hours perfecting a product and bringing it to market. Known for her adventurous ways, founder Rachel Prososki is a sports and food enthusiast with a background in food science and research and development. Rachel was driven to form … Continue reading
Reconditioned Drums vs. Used Drums
Do you know what potential hazards could be lurking in that steel drum that you purchased off of sites like Craigslist? What may seem like an innocent purchase of a used steel drum at a great price could potentially put you or your neighborhood at risk. An intensive investigation by Rick Barrett of the Milwaukee … Continue reading
The Cary Company – Ship It !
Here at The Cary Company, we are dedicated to providing you with the perfect product and making sure we get it to you quickly and safely. When it comes to delivery, we really know our ship…..it! WATCH THE FULL VIDEO FOR A SPECIAL OFFER AT THE END. *Offer ends November 23, 2017. Online purchases only … Continue reading
Rejuvenate Your Life with Hive to Home Natural Honey Products
When you’re named after the God of Battle, you know that life is not a walk in the park. From Tyra Dramm’s humble beginnings growing up on a small organic farm in Western, New York to her growing drive in later years fighting unjust issues with regards to animals and nature, Tyra has always been an … Continue reading
A New Way of Expression: 3-D Sculpting Mud
Art, it’s one of the many ways we as humans express ourselves. There are plenty of ways to use this outlet, be it through drawing, playing an instrument, arts and crafts and so much more. But one interesting form of self-expression is 3-D sculpting. Now, most people probably haven’t done a lot of 3-D … Continue reading
HOLY COW! 5 Reasons Glass Milk Bottles are the Way of the Future
Milk, we’re sure all of you reading this know what it is. In fact, many of you have probably had a sip of it at some point throughout your life. That’s because a cold cup of milk is as timeless as a Disney movie. Although there are many great ways to enjoy a drink of … Continue reading
Sweeten Up to Lockhart Honey Farms
What do bees and a lawyer have in common? Much more than you may think! In 2013, Laura Brodie was a budding second year law student living in Denver, Colorado who was dating Leo Lockhart, a beekeeper living in Las Animas, Colorado. Separated by a three hour drive, the couple made the most of their … Continue reading
Snap Away on Flathau’s Fine Foods
The lingering taste of utter sweetness and the unspoken desire for just one more bite is a cookie phenomenon everyone can relate to. For the happily married Jeff and Heather Flathau, the love for cookies extends past the mere idea of personal enjoyment, they want to share their passion for delish treats with everyone. How … Continue reading
Frozen Ground: What Makes It Freeze?
On December 31, 1967, the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys competed for the NFL Championship in Green Bay, Wisconsin. They played in temperatures as low as -25° Celsius (-13º Fahrenheit). The players noticed that the field became so hard their cleats could not dig into the normally soft soil. They slipped and struggled … Continue reading
Teddy Bear Themed Baby Shower with Honey Bear Bottles
Baby showers don’t always need to be a bore. After all, welcoming a new life into the world is a joyous occasion that needs to be celebrated. Fifty-three-year-old crafter Lisa Lomba knows this better than anyone else. When Lisa found out her daughter Kristin was expecting, she knew she had to do something extra special … Continue reading
Winter Roofing and Powerblanket Hot Boxes
Winter roofing is not at the top of anyone’s winter recreation list; however, it becomes essential when there is damage to a roof. Almost all types of roofing material utilize adhesive that requires warm temperatures during the installation process. These adhesives require warm temperatures (heat source) to properly cure and fasten. Without proper fastening, a … Continue reading
Spice Up Your Holiday Flavors with Coach’s Salsa
Remember when salsa overthrew ketchup to become the reigning condiment champ a few years back? It might have come as a shock to many french fry dipping fans at the time but to Mark Risen, who’s been churning out his homemade salsa recipe for 20 years, this comes as no surprise. For two decades, people … Continue reading
CLR & Grease Magnet: An Effective Eco-Friendly Cleaner for Your Facility Needs
Consumer Reports Magazine found that 46% of consumers would pay more for cleaning products if the products were safer for their health and the environment. Until recently, finding these safer products was not a simple matter. Now the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has stepped in and created the Safer Choice Program, which certifies chemicals that … Continue reading
Customer Spotlight: Message in a Bottle Invitations
At The Cary Company, we’re always wondering what actually happens to the products we sell after they are shipped out to customers. Whether you are just a regular shopper or happen to run your own business, our Customer Spotlight series strives to showcase you and your goods to the public. After all, we here at … Continue reading
Mother’s Day Gift Idea – Mani Pedi in a Jar
Looking for a great last minute Mother’s Day gift? Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 8. Show Mom how much she means to you with this gift she’s sure to love. Every mom deserves a little pampering, and this mani pedi in a jar includes everything she needs, packed in a cute Mason jar! Mason … Continue reading
A Glimpse Into The Working Dead
Do you ever wonder what you would possibly do if the zombie apocalypse occurred? Well our creative team thought they could show you just how to survive those flesh eating monsters! They have produced an infomercial showing exactly what you need to buy to survive the apocalypse with the help of some of our very own Cary Company employees or should I say zombies … Continue reading
Meaningful Made-By-You-Just-For-Them-Gifts
Congratulations to our customer Knack for launching their new ecommerce website www.knackshops.com! They are creatively using our Clear Plastic Paint Cans to package their customizable gifts! Based in Seattle, WA founder Laura Jennings believes in discovering specialty artisan producers and products to create your gifts. They are successfully bringing back the art of personalized gift giving even for the busiest of persons. … Continue reading
Festive Tin Can Luminaries- DIY
As you might have seen in our first DIY project on Tinting Mason Jars, we at The Cary Company love to show our customers creative and unique ways to use our products! The summer is ending and we need to take advantage of sitting outside to enjoy the weather every night after work. We chose this next DIY project to help emphasize this. These Tin Can Luminaries are a low-cost and easy way to brighten up your patio! … Continue reading
Introducing Our New Logo!
The Cary Company is ready to reveal our new look! Our Art Director and creative team have successfully re-created and updated The Cary Company logo! You will now start to see our new modern and sleek look to represent how we have evolved throughout the times. We have come a long way from where we … Continue reading
DIY Mason Jar Tinting
As the summer is scorching on, we at the Cary Company would like to show you some creative ways to use our products. Mason Jars have been a hot commodity this summer and are a cute and easy way to spruce up your house. Whether making center pieces, vases, flame-less candle holders or fun organization … Continue reading
Mason Jar Organization & Decorations
Using Mason Jars for meals was a convenient and great idea but you can also use them for organization and decoration! Whether it is food in your pantry, or school supplies for your kids, Mason Jars are a cute and unique way to get rid of clutter! Most importantly they can give your home the extra chic boost you’ve been looking for. … Continue reading
Delicious Mason Jar Desserts
We have provided our favorite top 10 Mason Jar Desserts! Having desserts in Mason Jars is a really unique and easy way to impress your guests with some style! As we have researched they are a convenient way to individually portion out desserts and work great with both baked and non-baked desserts. … Continue reading
Creative Mason Jar Meals
Mason Jars are the perfect way to grab a meal and take to go with you! Whether you are in a hurry or off to work they are a great way to individually portion meals for each day! With this said we have provided you with our top 10 favorite Mason Jar Meals. These recipes are not only easy to make but absolutely delicious! … Continue reading
Refreshing Mason Jar Drink Recipes
Summertime is filled with sunshine and outdoor parties and activities. Mason Jars are a cute and festive way to serve cocktails, iced tea and any other summertime drink of your choice.Your guests will love this unique and decorative option to serve their favorite drinks. … Continue reading
Concrete Curing Blankets for Summertime Use
Concrete and its curing process experience the greatest challenges during winter; it’s true. But summertime isn’t without its dilemmas either. In fact, there are plenty of things you need to take into consideration with concrete curing during the summer, and you may even find the need or a concrete curing blanket. … Continue reading
BBQ Grill & Smoker Drums (Video)
Video – 55 Gallon Drum BBQ Smokers are simple and great smokers to use. Typically made from a 55 Gallon Steel Drum, these Smokers are truly a “set and forget” grill where your only concern is the occasional tending to the meat. … Continue reading
Reconditioning Process for Steel Drums (Video)
Video – Steel Reconditioned Drums come available in 55 gallon (208 liters) sizes. The 55 gallon Steel Reconditioned Drum is offered in Carbon Steel (black) and stainless steel (silver). Steel Reconditioned Drums come in open head (removable top), tight head (closed top). Recon Steel Drum linings include gray lined (epoxy phenolic), and unlined (rust inhibitor). … Continue reading
Powerblanket Product Spotlight: Drum Heaters
It’s summertime and heating applications may be the farthest thing from your mind right now, unless you’re dealing with applications that aren’t seasonal—like viscosity maintenance. If you have large quantities of product that need to be kept above ambient temperatures, then you need a solution like a drum heater, and the Carry Company sells a cost-effective and innovative way of meeting that need for you too. … Continue reading
55 Gallon Drum BBQ Smokers & Grills
55 Gallon Drum BBQ Smokers and BBQ Grills are simple and great smokers to use. Typically made from a 55 Gallon Steel Drum, these Smokers are truly a “set and forget” grill where your only concern is the occasional tending to the meat. View our list of which Steel Drums to use for your Outdoor Entertaining! … Continue reading
A Clear Choice
For generations, consumers have declared glass as the most trusted and sustainable packaging there is. Being one of the oldest and most iconic materials for packaging, it is remarkable to see the glass trend still today escalating so quickly. Consumers investing in glass packaging experience: Health & environmental advantages Infinite sizes, textures, shapes & colors Economic … Continue reading
Customer Spotlight: Chick Paint
Here at the Cary Company, we are professionals serving professionals. One of those professionals we work closely with is Barbara McMullin, who purchases our quart and half-pint paint cans and benefits from our labeling service for her company, Chick Paint. McMullin founded Chick Paint five years ago and began her partnership with The Cary Company … Continue reading
Plain Packaging
Plain Packaging Burning Headlines The latest buzz word and headache of businessmen around the globe is one so simple and seemingly innocent, “plain packaging.” Plain packaging regulates the color, content and informative labeling aspects of packaging design for products the government believes to be harmful. The recent legislation decision of the Scottish Government banning appealing … Continue reading
DIY Bath Scrub
We all go through it… the 8 hour work day that just gets your body exhausted. And when you get home, all you want to do is soak in a tub and RELAX! Well, I found a perfect solution here at The Cary Company. We sell this incredible container and lid (Part #67WPSH, #67W8WL) that … Continue reading
Perfection is a Paint Can
At the Cary Company, our paint cans are among the most popular products we carry, with sizes ranging from ¼ pint to 1 gallon. There are five different types of cans available through the Cary Store which include tin, hybrid, clear plastic, all plastic, and clear art-style. We offer three different types of liners for … Continue reading
The Perks of Plastic
“One word…Plastics.” Here at the Cary Company, we have a large variety of plastic bottles to suit your everyday needs. Why plastic? Plastic is lightweight yet durable. It is inexpensive and easily recyclable. If you’re constantly on the go, there is no need to worry about the bottle leaking or breaking in transit. The best … Continue reading
Pour yours with a growler
A good customer knows good beer just as a good brewer knows a good bottle. Celebrate your customers and your beverage with the pouring, handling, and serving of a Cary Company #growler. These PET growlers are available in sizes 32 oz. and 64 oz. with a standard neck of 38-400. Not only are the growlers lightweight, … Continue reading
Ratchet That!
Summer is hot! And here at The Cary Company, we love our juice bottles! From lemonade to exotic fruit drinks, they are a perfect way to bottle your favorite drink! And if you haven’t checked out our previous blogs, then you need to catch up because everyone else has bought their first case of Cary … Continue reading
Designing for Success
Producing a high quality product is only half the journey of a successful business plan. Unfortunately the rumors are true; people do judge a book by its cover (at least in the world of product-design). We strive to dilute this rumor by providing our customers with a one stop shop service designing and printing a … Continue reading
4th of July DIY
Before all of your friends and family come over for your backyard BBQ, wouldn’t it be nice to put together some fun party favors? The Cary Company caters to the perfect DIY holiday projects you have always wanted to make! How, you might ask? Our rectangular drink bottles would make the perfect party favor, especially … Continue reading
Steeling the Lead!
Why choose a steel pail over a plastic pail? Read on to discover more… Continue reading
Rain Barrels: Rain, Rain, Rain Away
Spring is here, and it’s about time for April showers. Take advantage of the showers by setting up your very own rain barrel today. Rain barrels can be used as an extra, economical source of water for your garden or lawn. The Cary Company offers a great line of rain barrels that are assembled with … Continue reading
Cary Blue is Green!
Cary Blue is Green! The Cary Company is greener than you know! Have old drums or totes? Let The Cary Company help! We have a convenient recycling program in place just for you! Why our Cary Recycling Program is just simply AMAZING! It’s free! More room in your warehouse! It’s a green service! And it’s … Continue reading
Pail Liners
Steel pails often do not come cheap, and it may be prudent to extend the lifespan of the pail as much as possible. One option for increasing the durability of a pail is the pail liner. The biggest advantage in using pail liners is that they keep your product from wearing down the steel pail … Continue reading
Steel Pails 101
The plethora of steel pails in the industry can be a bit daunting. After all, how do you know which pail to use for what applications? With this guide, we hope to able to ease your mind and give you a stress-free experience with buying steel pails. Typical steel pail styles are open head and … Continue reading
No Jar Can Hold a Candle to the Straight Sided Plastic Jar
Who knew that straight-sided plastic jars can be so versatile? These resourceful containers can be found in a variety of industries such as personal care, cosmetics, beauty, pharmaceuticals, and food, or even in arts and crafts projects (see below). Our straight sided plastic jars are typically made from PET (polyethylene terephthalate), PP (polypropylene), or PS … Continue reading
Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice and Spice Jars
The Cary Company carries a great selection of spice jars, chosen to meet all of your spice packaging needs. With different colored spices and powders, our clear round spice jars add a decorative yet fully functional element to the kitchen or dining room. These spice bottles are simple and clean, and the clear material allows you to see the contents inside the bottle. … Continue reading
The Cary Company and the Three Honey Bear Bottles
The Cary Company proudly presents a new line of honey bottles: the plastic honey bear bottles. These bottles are great for packaging liquids and syrups of any viscosities in addition to honey. Labeling is also made easy with these bottles with the flat panels on the front and back of the bottle. Dispensing snap top caps that feature a small orifice for mess-free, controlled dispensing are available for the honey bear bottles. … Continue reading
Filtration Innovation: Filter Bag Adapter Heads
Looking for cost-effective filtration options? The Cary Company offers an extensive inventory when it comes to filtration. Filter bag adapter heads in particular are extremely economical and convenient to use. Filter bag adapter heads are easy and quick to install or replace when you don’t want to use drawstring filters or install a filter housing unit. … Continue reading
Can-tastic Packaging with All-Plastic and Hybrid Paint Cans
Go green with our line of hybrid and all-plastic paint cans! The Cary Company now offers hybrid paint cans and all-plastic paint cans that are made with 100% recycled materials and are 100% recyclable. These plastic paint cans are an ideal alternative to metal paint cans, due to a lower production cost, recyclability, and resistance … Continue reading
Christmas Craft Idea with Paint Cans
Here’s a cute idea that we came up with to decorate small spaces using containers that you can buy from The Cary Store. This is perfect for mantels, book shelves and even floating shelves as they are very light weight. … Continue reading
Want more bang for your buck? Tips on how to save on shipping
So you’ve carefully selected the items you need for your project. Now that you have the perfect bottles, caps and tools, what about shipping? How can you get your items as cheap as possible? … Continue reading
Gertie & BB’s Gourmet Goodies
The business started in “sheer dumb luck” says Sheri. Like many small food businesses, it started as a hobby that took a shape of its own. Jeannie loved to create, and Sheri brought her experience and education in the confectionery industry to the table. Word about the duo’s delicious creations eventually got out, sparking a need to respond to opportunities for growth. … Continue reading