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LD Davis’ 95th Anniversary and New Innovations

This year, LD Davis celebrated its 95th anniversary. For nearly a century, we have been at the forefront of adhesive solutions, starting as a small family-owned business to becoming one of the largest glue manufacturers in North America. 

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The Complete Glossary of Packaging Terminology

At first glance, a box looks pretty ordinary, but packaging plays an integral part in our everyday life. Ever have a difficult time communicating with your packaging designer? If you’ve ever felt a little foggy over technical terms, you’re not alone! 

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Folding Carton Manufacturing & Glue Spotlight

Folding cartons are one of the most commonly used, and cost-effective, packaging options available.

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The Role of Eco-Friendly Glues in Sustainable Food Packaging

The world is currently choked with plastics: eight million metric tons of plastic are dumped into the ocean every year1, and if this trend continues, an estimated 12 billion tons of plastic waste will be present in the environment by 20502.

One of the main culprits in producing plastic waste is the food packaging industry. After their initial use, plastic water bottles, food containers and utensils find their way into the environment, plaguing wildlife and their ecosystems during a life cycle of up to 1,000 years before decomposition3.

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