How Sweet It Was
The global, economic downturn has given us a different set of choices and reminded us of what is really important. With all of our technology, conveniences and instant access, our lives are more frenzied than ever. What usually suffers is the casual and spontaneous time with family and friends. Now, when planning our budget dollars, we may elect to have friends over for dinner rather than meeting at a restaurant and find that it is a more intimate, memorable experience. When cutting out the extras and the non-essentials, we rediscover the things that sustained us 50 years ago – the simple, wholesome things like books, board games and outdoor activities.
The popularity of gift cards made it possible for us to know nothing more about our friends and family then where they liked to shop or eat. When most of us picture the holiday celebrations from our childhood, it is filled with anticipation for that wished-for gift, followed by an expression of delight. Whether you were young or old, the thoughtful gift from the heart meant more than the cost of the item. Tightening of the purse strings also forces us to be more resourceful and creative.
Does the trend toward nostalgic and retro packaging reflect a longing for simpler times? This year, there has been a resurgence of interest in packaging for food gifts. Many major brands have gone the nostalgic, retro or commemorative route with their packaging. A specialty food gift in a collectible tin can be given for a family to share or as a corporate thank-you gift. The bakers, confectioners and the poppers have more mixes, flavors and colors than can be imagined. The supplier as well as the shopper has become more creative – in search of that “expression of delight.”
Independent Can Company
http://www.westernspecialty.com
909-923-6150
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Friday, October 14, 2011
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Independent Can Company IS Hiring!
Employment
Independent Can Company is always looking for motivated and qualified people who understand, accept and support our Company Values. Those values apply to co-workers and customers alike.
Company strongly believes, supports, hires and manages by our employee-developed Core Values. The values are: Fairness, Flexibility, being Market and Customer and Improvement Driven, Dedication, Responsible and consistent Teamwork.
Independent Can Company will always accept resumes from individuals with the following qualifications:
Can Line Machine Operator
Press Room Operator
Can Line Mechanics
Machinists
Tool and Die Makers
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS
For ALL positions:
Resumes without complete salary history will not be considered.
To avoid spam filters, position title must be in the subject line of email responses.
NO AGENCIES OR SEARCH FIRMS ACCEPTED.
Fax resume with complete salary history to: Human Resources Manager (410) 272-6494 OR, email hrdept@independentcan.com, (position title must be in subject line), OR Mail to P.O. Box 370, 1300 Brass Mill Road, Belcamp, MD 21017
Compensation package includes, vacation, paid holidays, medical/dental coverage, profit sharing and 401k options. To be successful in this position the candidate must understand, accept and be committed to our employee-developed Company Values. These values are Fairness, Flexibility, being Customer, Market, and Improvement Driven, Dedicated, Responsible and consistent Teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V - Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
(Master electrician with Control Panel and PLC Experience)
Independent Can Company, a global manufacturing, family-owned company with annual sales of 60 million dollars, is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team. The successful candidate needs to have hands-on industrial background in the manufacturing field. This person will be responsible for performing all required electrical repairs, maintenance, and new equipment installations. The incumbent will design electrical systems and draw ladder diagrams and schematics. He/she will also be responsible for researching and recommending improvements and upgrades in all electrical systems throughout the plant. Additionally, the successful candidate must keep up-to-date on electrical codes and be available for emergency call-ins after hours as needed. Proficiency in basic computer skills including Excel and Word, experience using the Internet, and the ability to learn company-specific software are required.
We offer excellent benefits including profit sharing, 11 paid holidays, two weeks vacation, 401(k) option and medical, dental and life insurance.
To be successful in this position the candidate must understand, accept and be committed to our employee-developed Company Values of being Fair, Flexible, Market, Customer & Improvement Driven, Dedicated, Responsible and be dedicated to Teamwork.
Email response must include "Industrial Electrician" in the subject line.
INSIDE SALES/MARKETING
(4 yr degree preferred)
Independent Can Company, a global manufacturing, family-owned company with annual sales of 60 million dollars, is seeking an experienced Inside Sales/Marketing person to join our Sales Team. The successful candidate needs to have sales, customer support and service experience, with media design experience (Adobe graphic design, photo-editing or layout software) a plus. Experience with media communications and/or advertising also a plus.
This person will be responsible for inside sales/account management as well as the development of new customers and new product sales in the United States and Canada while assisting with the Company’s marketing efforts. He/she will also be responsible for backing up outside sales people as needed with data entry, samples, and other office functions as well as working with the Marketing Specialist.
The skills and experience necessary for success in this position are creativity; experience with sales and customer service; marketing the ability to communicate effectively in writing, on the phone and in person; and the ability to set goals; sales acumen and a good mathematics skill level. The selected individual must have excellent communication and people skills and the adaptability to fit into a manufacturing/ distribution environment.
Proficiency with the Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word), experience using the Internet, and the ability to learn company-specific software is required. Being bi-lingual in Spanish or Chinese would be beneficial but is not required.
Email response must include "Inside Sales/Marketing" in the subject line.
LITHOGRAPHY PRODUCTION SCHEDULER
(Bachelor's Degree and Experience Required)
Independent Can Company, a global manufacturing family-owned company located in Harford County, MD is seeking a Production Scheduler to join our Lithography Department.
The successful candidate will report to the Director of Technical Operations and coordinate the production operations of that department. Duties include the balancing of customer, sales and can plant needs and scheduling production in the most efficient, cost-effective process considering set-up, run time and labor costs. This is an exempt position with purchasing responsibilities. The position requires an individual who must be able to interface in a professional manner with office staff, customers, and vendors. Knowledge and proven use of a computer system for spreadsheets and database management system as well as related software is a must. Finally, he/she must be a team player who has strong communication and organizational skills while understanding the importance of details and accuracy. Independent Can Company’s Core Values are the foundation for successful performance in this position – Fair; Flexible; Market, Customer & Improvement Driven; Dedicated; Responsible and be dedicated to Teamwork.
PRINTING PRESSMAN
(Large Format)
The successful candidate must be experienced in operating 36” and 45” presses. Experience with console-controlled Planeta or Rapida presses would be helpful. He/she will be responsible for preparation, set-up, running and routine maintenance for 4- and 6-color lines. This is a five-to six-day-a-week job; overtime is a condition of employment and paid after 8 hours. Applicant must have excellent problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include absolute assurance of quality standards in strict and complete compliance with customers’ needs while mentoring and training the personnel assigned to the team.
COATER OPERATOR -- LITHOGRAPHY
Wagner Spot Coater (Experience Required)
The Lithography Division of Independent Can Company, a metal decorator located in Belcamp, (Harford County) Maryland, is seeking an experienced Coater Operator. The successful candidate will be responsible for set up and operation of the Wagner Spot Coater. The Operator is responsible for the application of coatings and varnishes to metal sheets that are cured through an LTG oven. In addition, the Operator will be responsible for monitoring of the coater film weights and registration of various coatings. This is an hourly non-exempt position subject to overtime and reports to the Lithography Supervisor. This person should have good mechanical and problem-solving skills.
Email responses must include Coater Operator in the subject line.
MACHINE OPERATORS
(All Shifts)
Independent Can Company, a manufacturer of metal packaging products in Belcamp, Maryland, (Harford County) is in search of Machine Operators for first and second shifts. Specific can manufacturing experience is not required; however, experience with the operation of manufacturing equipment is necessary. Excellent attendance and ability to work overtime are conditions of employment. As a full-time employee, you will receive overtime pay after eight hours a day with a three-level pay structure.
Email response subject line must include Machine Operator.
For ALL positions:
Resumes without complete salary history will not be considered.
To avoid spam filters, position title must be in the subject line of email responses.
NO AGENCIES OR SEARCH FIRMS ACCEPTED.
Fax resume with complete salary history to: Human Resources Manager (410) 272-6494 OR, email hrdept@independentcan.com, (position title must be in subject line), OR Mail to P.O. Box 370, 1300 Brass Mill Road, Belcamp, MD 21017
Compensation package includes, vacation, paid holidays, medical/dental coverage, profit sharing and 401k options. To be successful in this position the candidate must understand, accept and be committed to our employee-developed Company Values. These values are Fairness, Flexibility, being Customer, Market, and Improvement Driven, Dedicated, Responsible and consistent Teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V - Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace
http://westernspecialty.com/employment/
Independent Can Company is always looking for motivated and qualified people who understand, accept and support our Company Values. Those values apply to co-workers and customers alike.
Company strongly believes, supports, hires and manages by our employee-developed Core Values. The values are: Fairness, Flexibility, being Market and Customer and Improvement Driven, Dedication, Responsible and consistent Teamwork.
Independent Can Company will always accept resumes from individuals with the following qualifications:
Can Line Machine Operator
Press Room Operator
Can Line Mechanics
Machinists
Tool and Die Makers
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS
For ALL positions:
Resumes without complete salary history will not be considered.
To avoid spam filters, position title must be in the subject line of email responses.
NO AGENCIES OR SEARCH FIRMS ACCEPTED.
Fax resume with complete salary history to: Human Resources Manager (410) 272-6494 OR, email hrdept@independentcan.com, (position title must be in subject line), OR Mail to P.O. Box 370, 1300 Brass Mill Road, Belcamp, MD 21017
Compensation package includes, vacation, paid holidays, medical/dental coverage, profit sharing and 401k options. To be successful in this position the candidate must understand, accept and be committed to our employee-developed Company Values. These values are Fairness, Flexibility, being Customer, Market, and Improvement Driven, Dedicated, Responsible and consistent Teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V - Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
(Master electrician with Control Panel and PLC Experience)
Independent Can Company, a global manufacturing, family-owned company with annual sales of 60 million dollars, is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team. The successful candidate needs to have hands-on industrial background in the manufacturing field. This person will be responsible for performing all required electrical repairs, maintenance, and new equipment installations. The incumbent will design electrical systems and draw ladder diagrams and schematics. He/she will also be responsible for researching and recommending improvements and upgrades in all electrical systems throughout the plant. Additionally, the successful candidate must keep up-to-date on electrical codes and be available for emergency call-ins after hours as needed. Proficiency in basic computer skills including Excel and Word, experience using the Internet, and the ability to learn company-specific software are required.
We offer excellent benefits including profit sharing, 11 paid holidays, two weeks vacation, 401(k) option and medical, dental and life insurance.
To be successful in this position the candidate must understand, accept and be committed to our employee-developed Company Values of being Fair, Flexible, Market, Customer & Improvement Driven, Dedicated, Responsible and be dedicated to Teamwork.
Email response must include "Industrial Electrician" in the subject line.
INSIDE SALES/MARKETING
(4 yr degree preferred)
Independent Can Company, a global manufacturing, family-owned company with annual sales of 60 million dollars, is seeking an experienced Inside Sales/Marketing person to join our Sales Team. The successful candidate needs to have sales, customer support and service experience, with media design experience (Adobe graphic design, photo-editing or layout software) a plus. Experience with media communications and/or advertising also a plus.
This person will be responsible for inside sales/account management as well as the development of new customers and new product sales in the United States and Canada while assisting with the Company’s marketing efforts. He/she will also be responsible for backing up outside sales people as needed with data entry, samples, and other office functions as well as working with the Marketing Specialist.
The skills and experience necessary for success in this position are creativity; experience with sales and customer service; marketing the ability to communicate effectively in writing, on the phone and in person; and the ability to set goals; sales acumen and a good mathematics skill level. The selected individual must have excellent communication and people skills and the adaptability to fit into a manufacturing/ distribution environment.
Proficiency with the Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word), experience using the Internet, and the ability to learn company-specific software is required. Being bi-lingual in Spanish or Chinese would be beneficial but is not required.
Email response must include "Inside Sales/Marketing" in the subject line.
LITHOGRAPHY PRODUCTION SCHEDULER
(Bachelor's Degree and Experience Required)
Independent Can Company, a global manufacturing family-owned company located in Harford County, MD is seeking a Production Scheduler to join our Lithography Department.
The successful candidate will report to the Director of Technical Operations and coordinate the production operations of that department. Duties include the balancing of customer, sales and can plant needs and scheduling production in the most efficient, cost-effective process considering set-up, run time and labor costs. This is an exempt position with purchasing responsibilities. The position requires an individual who must be able to interface in a professional manner with office staff, customers, and vendors. Knowledge and proven use of a computer system for spreadsheets and database management system as well as related software is a must. Finally, he/she must be a team player who has strong communication and organizational skills while understanding the importance of details and accuracy. Independent Can Company’s Core Values are the foundation for successful performance in this position – Fair; Flexible; Market, Customer & Improvement Driven; Dedicated; Responsible and be dedicated to Teamwork.
PRINTING PRESSMAN
(Large Format)
The successful candidate must be experienced in operating 36” and 45” presses. Experience with console-controlled Planeta or Rapida presses would be helpful. He/she will be responsible for preparation, set-up, running and routine maintenance for 4- and 6-color lines. This is a five-to six-day-a-week job; overtime is a condition of employment and paid after 8 hours. Applicant must have excellent problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include absolute assurance of quality standards in strict and complete compliance with customers’ needs while mentoring and training the personnel assigned to the team.
COATER OPERATOR -- LITHOGRAPHY
Wagner Spot Coater (Experience Required)
The Lithography Division of Independent Can Company, a metal decorator located in Belcamp, (Harford County) Maryland, is seeking an experienced Coater Operator. The successful candidate will be responsible for set up and operation of the Wagner Spot Coater. The Operator is responsible for the application of coatings and varnishes to metal sheets that are cured through an LTG oven. In addition, the Operator will be responsible for monitoring of the coater film weights and registration of various coatings. This is an hourly non-exempt position subject to overtime and reports to the Lithography Supervisor. This person should have good mechanical and problem-solving skills.
Email responses must include Coater Operator in the subject line.
MACHINE OPERATORS
(All Shifts)
Independent Can Company, a manufacturer of metal packaging products in Belcamp, Maryland, (Harford County) is in search of Machine Operators for first and second shifts. Specific can manufacturing experience is not required; however, experience with the operation of manufacturing equipment is necessary. Excellent attendance and ability to work overtime are conditions of employment. As a full-time employee, you will receive overtime pay after eight hours a day with a three-level pay structure.
Email response subject line must include Machine Operator.
For ALL positions:
Resumes without complete salary history will not be considered.
To avoid spam filters, position title must be in the subject line of email responses.
NO AGENCIES OR SEARCH FIRMS ACCEPTED.
Fax resume with complete salary history to: Human Resources Manager (410) 272-6494 OR, email hrdept@independentcan.com, (position title must be in subject line), OR Mail to P.O. Box 370, 1300 Brass Mill Road, Belcamp, MD 21017
Compensation package includes, vacation, paid holidays, medical/dental coverage, profit sharing and 401k options. To be successful in this position the candidate must understand, accept and be committed to our employee-developed Company Values. These values are Fairness, Flexibility, being Customer, Market, and Improvement Driven, Dedicated, Responsible and consistent Teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V - Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace
http://westernspecialty.com/employment/
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Can’t Judge a Book by its Cover? However, we all do it!
Can’t Judge a Book by its Cover?
We are not supposed to “judge a book by its cover”, but the truth is that we do. Without thinking about it, we assign a value to a product by the way that it is presented. This has lead to double and triple packaging, expensive foils, three-dimensional features and less recyclability. Some techniques are designed to catch the eye and some to make an item appear to be more substantial for the cost.
What began as food packaging during the 1800s, tins evolved to beautifully decorated commemorations. They became part of royal events in England, filled with biscuits or cakes. Even today, tins are keepsakes that remain in homes and establishments long after the original product is consumed.
Martha Stewart created a home design empire by taking ordinary, everyday items and events and making them special. Tin packaging does the same for your products. There is quite a difference between giving your loved one a paper box of chocolates and presenting a decorative tin in which to collect future love letters!
CONTACT US BY CLICKING HERE
We are not supposed to “judge a book by its cover”, but the truth is that we do. Without thinking about it, we assign a value to a product by the way that it is presented. This has lead to double and triple packaging, expensive foils, three-dimensional features and less recyclability. Some techniques are designed to catch the eye and some to make an item appear to be more substantial for the cost.
What began as food packaging during the 1800s, tins evolved to beautifully decorated commemorations. They became part of royal events in England, filled with biscuits or cakes. Even today, tins are keepsakes that remain in homes and establishments long after the original product is consumed.
Martha Stewart created a home design empire by taking ordinary, everyday items and events and making them special. Tin packaging does the same for your products. There is quite a difference between giving your loved one a paper box of chocolates and presenting a decorative tin in which to collect future love letters!
CONTACT US BY CLICKING HERE
Monday, August 29, 2011
A Decorative Tin “Homecoming”
Over the past 20 years it seemed to be a better deal to rely on overseas manufacturers for decorative tin packaging due low labor rates. The resulting cost difference was enough to offset the “unknowns”. Would quality and delivery expectations be met? Would there be invisible health or safety risks? Overseas exporters found ways address obstacles such as language barriers, time zone differences and inventory. The added costs of freight and additional time spend on logistics were addressed by using US brokers. Many brokers were simply logistics managers with no packaging expertise.
In recent years, the labor and transportation costs associated with imported packaging have escalated. Fluctuations in currency and a volatile political climate only add to the cost and delivery uncertainty. Warehousing can have its complications and risks. Product recalls of imported products from unaudited factories made national headlines.
Meanwhile back at home US manufacturers became more lean and efficient, adding significantly to their technological advancements. This not only increased thru-put and contained costs, but also improved quality. Companies that were financially sound, such as Independent Can, were able to invest and move forward. Advances in automation resulted in consistently repeatable, high quality results and better delivery time for customers.
What’s under the wrapper?
Metal Lithography
High Speed, Energy Efficient Coater
Our new coating line as arrived! It is the latest coating and oven system available. This line will be rated at 120 sheets per minute and the oven is reported to operate utilizing 20- 30% less energy than the older drying ovens while providing the cleanest exhaust. Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility by US businesses must run hand in hand. Generating less Co2 while also using less energy is good for everyone.
Competitive prices, quality and delivery certainty are just a few of the reasons that it makes more sense to Buy American. Needless to say, decorative tin business is “coming home”. Independent Can has been dedicated to manufacturing fine decorative metal packaging, as its primary focus, for more than 80 years.
For more information on the article above CONTACT US BY CLICKING HERE or call 909-923-6150
In recent years, the labor and transportation costs associated with imported packaging have escalated. Fluctuations in currency and a volatile political climate only add to the cost and delivery uncertainty. Warehousing can have its complications and risks. Product recalls of imported products from unaudited factories made national headlines.
Meanwhile back at home US manufacturers became more lean and efficient, adding significantly to their technological advancements. This not only increased thru-put and contained costs, but also improved quality. Companies that were financially sound, such as Independent Can, were able to invest and move forward. Advances in automation resulted in consistently repeatable, high quality results and better delivery time for customers.
What’s under the wrapper?
Metal Lithography
High Speed, Energy Efficient Coater
Our new coating line as arrived! It is the latest coating and oven system available. This line will be rated at 120 sheets per minute and the oven is reported to operate utilizing 20- 30% less energy than the older drying ovens while providing the cleanest exhaust. Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility by US businesses must run hand in hand. Generating less Co2 while also using less energy is good for everyone.
Competitive prices, quality and delivery certainty are just a few of the reasons that it makes more sense to Buy American. Needless to say, decorative tin business is “coming home”. Independent Can has been dedicated to manufacturing fine decorative metal packaging, as its primary focus, for more than 80 years.
For more information on the article above CONTACT US BY CLICKING HERE or call 909-923-6150
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Infinite Recyclability, Not Just Extended Life
Just about everything claims recyclability these days. From your sandwich bag to the shortened plastic caps on your water bottle, every product claims to be “earth friendly”. Often the claim of recyclability means a life cycle extension, with the ultimate destination being a land fill. The resources and energy used to reclaim the material often offset the benefits and make the product more costly.
Steel packaging is the only product that can be separated from other waste by magnet. The process of recycling steel uses 60% less energy than making new from raw materials. Steel cans can be melted down and be made into a can again or show up as part of a building, bike, automobile and more. Steel is North America’s #1 most recycled product.
The Life Cycle of a Decorative Tin
Quick Facts About Steel Packaging:
Recycling steel uses 60% less energy than making new
Every can that you buy is at least 25% recycled steel (can be as much as 60%)
Steel can be easily separated from other waste with a magnet
There are more than 2,000 scrap steel processors in the US
Every 2,000 lbs. of recycled steel saves 2,500 lbs. of iron ore, 1400 lbs. of coal and 120 lbs of limestone
Each year, more steel is recycled than glass, paper, aluminum and plastic combined
Tins have been collected and displayed in homes and restaurants for decades. The decorative tin makes a package into a high end gift, while other products add layers of packaging to make them look more substantial. The foils and laminates added to paper packaging add to the look but dimish the recyclability.
For more information visit: http://www.westernspecialty.com/sustainability/
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Steel packaging is the only product that can be separated from other waste by magnet. The process of recycling steel uses 60% less energy than making new from raw materials. Steel cans can be melted down and be made into a can again or show up as part of a building, bike, automobile and more. Steel is North America’s #1 most recycled product.
Quick Facts About Steel Packaging:
Recycling steel uses 60% less energy than making new
Every can that you buy is at least 25% recycled steel (can be as much as 60%)
Steel can be easily separated from other waste with a magnet
There are more than 2,000 scrap steel processors in the US
Every 2,000 lbs. of recycled steel saves 2,500 lbs. of iron ore, 1400 lbs. of coal and 120 lbs of limestone
Each year, more steel is recycled than glass, paper, aluminum and plastic combined
Tins have been collected and displayed in homes and restaurants for decades. The decorative tin makes a package into a high end gift, while other products add layers of packaging to make them look more substantial. The foils and laminates added to paper packaging add to the look but dimish the recyclability.
For more information visit: http://www.westernspecialty.com/sustainability/
CONTACT US
Good Branding Means “No Reading”
Companies like Target have mastered sophistication as well as whimsy and their style is recognizable before you even read the name. Successful branding almost means “no reading”. Your “look” becomes your brand recognition. Nothing about Target’s advertising says “discount store”. It is what they say without saying it that makes them successful.
Packaging that is classified as “disposable” can also give the impression of “ordinary”. Changes to packaging can give an image boost to a long-standing favorite. People want something new but are sometimes skeptical about “new and improved”. They don’t want their favorite product to change.
Nestle Turtles Brand Retro and 60th Anniversary Tins
Taking that familiar look from a paper or plastic container to decorative tin gives the “fans” a collectable to refill with their favorite while also attracting the attention of new buyers. A gift could be an introduction for a product to a new consumer. A product in a package that gives a higher perceived value is more likely to be chosen.
Good branding satisfies more than one of the senses. Other forms of advertising may use music or catchy slogans. It’s not all about look. Tins have a tactile appeal but you only have about 5 seconds to make someone want to come over and pick it up! High-quality graphics on bright tin are the eye-catcher.
Contact Us
Packaging that is classified as “disposable” can also give the impression of “ordinary”. Changes to packaging can give an image boost to a long-standing favorite. People want something new but are sometimes skeptical about “new and improved”. They don’t want their favorite product to change.
Taking that familiar look from a paper or plastic container to decorative tin gives the “fans” a collectable to refill with their favorite while also attracting the attention of new buyers. A gift could be an introduction for a product to a new consumer. A product in a package that gives a higher perceived value is more likely to be chosen.
Good branding satisfies more than one of the senses. Other forms of advertising may use music or catchy slogans. It’s not all about look. Tins have a tactile appeal but you only have about 5 seconds to make someone want to come over and pick it up! High-quality graphics on bright tin are the eye-catcher.
Contact Us
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Whats New At Independent Can Company - Summer 2011
Whats New At Independent Can Company - Summer 2011
Steady Improvement:
We are now halfway through 2011 and our business has steadily improved; returning more to pre-recession levels. Our improvements have been driven more by new projects that began in 2010 that are now showing steady results, while our traditional customers are slowly and cautiously returning to historical levels.
Those that have done the best are companies that have diversified their product offerings and invested in new processes and improvements. Doing only what has worked in the past will not work in the future.
I have just returned from a global meeting of the International Packaging Association (IPA) in Italy. Independent Can Company is one of the 15 members of this organization. The IPA membership is made up of independent can makers located around the world. There were a number of reports from all showing steady economic improvement globally. The key points of discussion were as follows:
o Consumer trends
o Alternative packaging
o Sustainability
o Product safety
o Value
o Investment
The season has begun:
2011 to date has been a good year and we are looking for this trend to continue. By of May 1st each year we begin to have strong indications as to what the gift-giving season will look like. At this time the major tin users begin to place printing orders for their fall requirements. From this data we are able to judge the fall activities by the printing backlog, and this year is shaping up to be a good year.
We want to thank those who have placed orders for their initial tin requirements and ask all customers to think and plan ahead for what you might need for the season. If we are aware of a potential needs we will be able to factor in your specific requirement, inform you of scheduling information and meet your critical dates.
On the tooling side:
This has been a very active first half of the year. With our normal overhaul schedule we have made extensive improvements in a number of areas although the tapered popcorn lines have had the most attention improving quality and automation.
We have two new can lines being established that will begin operations in the next 3-6 months. One line will automate a round can assembly that was semi-automatic and the second line is a new product offering which will open an entirely new market for Independent Can.
Lithography: Coating and Printing:
Over the past several years we have focused on becoming the most effective metal decorator in the United States. Currently we are the only company operating the latest continuous grip Metalstar II lines having a 6 color and 4 color line. The 6 color has a UV coater trailing the prints allowing one pass work for up to 6 colors.
This spring we installed the latest pre-press software allowing the fastest and most accurate art and plate development available.
Currently we are preparing for the arrival of a new coating line which will be the latest coating and oven system available. This line will be rated at 120 sheets per minute and the oven is reported to operate utilizing 20- 30% less energy than the older drying ovens while providing the cleanest exhaust. Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility must run hand in hand; generating less Co2 while also using less energy is good for everyone.
The new line should start up on or about November 1, 2011.
A global observation:
As many of our customers are aware we are one of the largest specialty tin manufacturers in the United States, although you may not know we are also one of the largest importers of decorative and specialty packaging from around the world (tins, plastic packaging and glass). We want to supply the packaging that our customers need whether we make it or source it for them, while acknowledging that an increasing percentage of our customer base is consistently asking for packaging “Made in America.”
Users of tins and other packaging from Asia and other low cost countries have recognized that costs are going up rapidly due to inflation along with the cost of logistics (moving the goods from Asia). We are proud to say that products once only competitive from overseas are now being competitively made here in the United States.
Thank you to all of our customers for your loyalty and for challenging us to be as good a supplier as we possibly can be.
Rick Huether
President and CEO
If you would like any more information on topics contained in this post please contact us by clicking here
Steady Improvement:
We are now halfway through 2011 and our business has steadily improved; returning more to pre-recession levels. Our improvements have been driven more by new projects that began in 2010 that are now showing steady results, while our traditional customers are slowly and cautiously returning to historical levels.
Those that have done the best are companies that have diversified their product offerings and invested in new processes and improvements. Doing only what has worked in the past will not work in the future.
I have just returned from a global meeting of the International Packaging Association (IPA) in Italy. Independent Can Company is one of the 15 members of this organization. The IPA membership is made up of independent can makers located around the world. There were a number of reports from all showing steady economic improvement globally. The key points of discussion were as follows:
o Consumer trends
o Alternative packaging
o Sustainability
o Product safety
o Value
o Investment
The season has begun:
2011 to date has been a good year and we are looking for this trend to continue. By of May 1st each year we begin to have strong indications as to what the gift-giving season will look like. At this time the major tin users begin to place printing orders for their fall requirements. From this data we are able to judge the fall activities by the printing backlog, and this year is shaping up to be a good year.
We want to thank those who have placed orders for their initial tin requirements and ask all customers to think and plan ahead for what you might need for the season. If we are aware of a potential needs we will be able to factor in your specific requirement, inform you of scheduling information and meet your critical dates.
On the tooling side:
This has been a very active first half of the year. With our normal overhaul schedule we have made extensive improvements in a number of areas although the tapered popcorn lines have had the most attention improving quality and automation.
We have two new can lines being established that will begin operations in the next 3-6 months. One line will automate a round can assembly that was semi-automatic and the second line is a new product offering which will open an entirely new market for Independent Can.
Lithography: Coating and Printing:
Over the past several years we have focused on becoming the most effective metal decorator in the United States. Currently we are the only company operating the latest continuous grip Metalstar II lines having a 6 color and 4 color line. The 6 color has a UV coater trailing the prints allowing one pass work for up to 6 colors.
This spring we installed the latest pre-press software allowing the fastest and most accurate art and plate development available.
Currently we are preparing for the arrival of a new coating line which will be the latest coating and oven system available. This line will be rated at 120 sheets per minute and the oven is reported to operate utilizing 20- 30% less energy than the older drying ovens while providing the cleanest exhaust. Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility must run hand in hand; generating less Co2 while also using less energy is good for everyone.
The new line should start up on or about November 1, 2011.
A global observation:
As many of our customers are aware we are one of the largest specialty tin manufacturers in the United States, although you may not know we are also one of the largest importers of decorative and specialty packaging from around the world (tins, plastic packaging and glass). We want to supply the packaging that our customers need whether we make it or source it for them, while acknowledging that an increasing percentage of our customer base is consistently asking for packaging “Made in America.”
Users of tins and other packaging from Asia and other low cost countries have recognized that costs are going up rapidly due to inflation along with the cost of logistics (moving the goods from Asia). We are proud to say that products once only competitive from overseas are now being competitively made here in the United States.
Thank you to all of our customers for your loyalty and for challenging us to be as good a supplier as we possibly can be.
Rick Huether
President and CEO
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Saturday, July 16, 2011
High Definition Printing on Metal
We are frequently asked, “How do you get the paint to stay on the tin?” The printing process that we use is called metal flat sheet lithography. The inks and coatings are bonded to a flat sheet of metal by chemical reaction with either heat or untraviolet curing. A protective varnish is applied to the entire sheet of metal at the end of the process. From there, the printed metal is cut or blanked in preparation for manufacturing the individual cans.
Although there are many ways to customize a tin besides labeling, lithography produces the best qualilty image. Annually there are contests to recognize the best in a little-known print category called “Metal Decorating”.
This year the International Metal Decorators Association recongnized Independent Can with the 2011 Award of Excellence, and 2011 Best of Category.
Although there are many ways to customize a tin besides labeling, lithography produces the best qualilty image. Annually there are contests to recognize the best in a little-known print category called “Metal Decorating”.
This year the International Metal Decorators Association recongnized Independent Can with the 2011 Award of Excellence, and 2011 Best of Category.
2011 Award of Excellence, International Metal Decorators Association
2011 Best of Category, International Metal Decorators Association
To learn more about Independent Can Company and our high def printing call us at 909-923-6150 or contact us by clicking here
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
NASFT Summer Fancy Food Show - Washington DC
Independent Can Company is getting ready for the up coming Summer NASFT Fancy Food Show in Washington DC. We are going to be showing many of our new Stock Designs as well as some of the newest shapes and sizes of tins available today.
We will also be showing our full line of PET Jars and Bottles, Plastic Containers, Metal Closures, and much much more. If you are looking for a new package or just looking for an alternative to your current packaging you should take a few minutes and stop by booth 1107. Just ask for Ryan, Matt, or Joyce.
Ryan D. Huether
909-923-6150
INDEPENDENT CAN WEB SITE
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We will also be showing our full line of PET Jars and Bottles, Plastic Containers, Metal Closures, and much much more. If you are looking for a new package or just looking for an alternative to your current packaging you should take a few minutes and stop by booth 1107. Just ask for Ryan, Matt, or Joyce.
Ryan D. Huether
909-923-6150
INDEPENDENT CAN WEB SITE
CONTACT US
Friday, May 13, 2011
WHATS NEW - SPRING 2011
What’s New
May 2011
I must apologize to those that read my What’s New article for not making an update on a more timely basis. 2011 has been a very active year with a lot of projects, which is so refreshing when looking back over the past 2 years. I am happy to be able to report sales are up and the bottom line results have maintained an improving track.
We never thank that those around us enough, both coworkers and customers, for being a positive part of our overall business success. I want to thank all of our employees at Independent Can for their contribution and dedication and our customers for putting their faith in us as your supplier of value added packaging.
I am writing this article as I am flying back from Europe having attended a can manufacturers meeting (METPACK) where both the producers of cans from around the world and the equipment suppliers met to review the global activities in can making. It was really interesting to learn that there has been significant recovery in metal packaging in every part of the world. The advances in the equipment for making cans continues to evolve, adding flexibility in the can shapes along with fast changeover, allowing consumers more options for buying uniquely formed metal containers.
The steel can also remains one of the only fully recyclable environmentally packages available in the world. Tin cans are 100% recyclable and once recycled they will come back for a new use without losing any of the original qualities. Steel is easily separated in the waste stream; consequently it does not end up in landfills.
As a supplier of specialty metal packaging we recognize the need to continually update and install the tools and equipment that will provide exciting new options for your products to be packaged. As we all know the consumer needs a visual and a tactile reason to ultimately select your product over the multitude of other food products on the store shelf. We are studying a number of technologies that will allow us to bring exciting new options to our customers.
Why do our customers buy from us or why do those looking for a package select a tin can from Independent Can? There are many complex answers to this question although the following became apparent to me while listening to presentations being made by the other can suppliers attending the meetings:
Quality- We work every day to improve; not only the appearance but also the function of our tins.
On time delivery- Your customers have time tables and needs and we take seriously our commitment to making you look good in your customers’ eyes.
Honest Communications- We must keep you informed throughout the package development process as to the time table and the delivery plan.
Value- You have options to select the best package for your product and we must be both competitive and responsive to your needs.
Knowledgeable- We need to bring you solutions to your packaging problems.
Consistency- You need to know that Independent Can will over the years will be on time every time with the proper results and solutions.
Creativity- The retailer and the consumer are ever more demanding new solutions delivered faster and using environmentally friendly materials.
We recognize that we need to bring this all together so that you are able to grow your business with confidence.
How do we manage this in our company? Every 3 years we undertake a long and serious study of our business; we call this strategic planning. We have just completed the process and have revised our Purpose Statement and our Vision Statement. We believe that our Mission Statement continues to be exactly who we are.
The Purpose:
To develop, design, manufacture and sell packaging and related products. Meld the structure and design (physical or artistic) requirements to meet the customers’ expectations and enhance the customers Brand Development.
In the accomplishment of our task, the employees of Independent Can Company are the most important asset. The express goal of the management is to provide a challenging, dynamic, innovative, demanding, and friendly environment.
Each employee of Independent Can Company is expected to show respect for all other employees of the company and commit to making Independent Can Company the best Company it can be. Employees must set high standards for themselves and have the right to expect the same from their co-workers and management.
Mission Statement:
To Be The Best – Not The Biggest
If all members of the Independent Can Company team do the best job at their respective task each and every day then the following expectations should result:
Loyal Customers, Loyal Employees, Employee’s expectations fulfilled, Company growth, Job security, and Profits sufficient to meet reinvestment needs and a fair return for the shareholders
Vision Statement
To provide innovative and unique packaging solutions to our customers by providing exceptional service and value through our Manufacturing, Lithography and Distribution operations.
The revised statements above help guide all of our decisions. We must take into account all constituencies; customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders while being cognizant of our environmental responsibilities. If in managing the day to day business issues we have the best interest of all of these stakeholders then our business will be successful and thrive. We also expect all stakeholders to hold each of us accountable for these guidelines.
I addition to our corporate guideline we have Core Values that every member of the Independent Can team must abide by:
Core Values Established September 15 & 16, 1999*
Fair: Showing equity in decision making while being respectful of others; not arbitrary.
Flexible: Exhibiting a willingness & ability to adapt to changing situations. Recognizing that our ability to make changes quickly is a competitive advantage.
Market, Customer and Improvement Driven: Accepting that it is the customer’s requirements that dictate what we do and getting better at our performance is not an option.
Dedicated: Being committed to doing whatever it takes to get the job done well.
Responsible: Accepting accountability for your actions and results; not making excuses.
Teamwork: Commonality of goals, unity of thought and action; recognizing that a team is stronger than the sum of the individual parts.
* update March 2010
Thank you again for being a part of the Independent Can Company experience and we look forward to working with you for many years to come.
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Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Independent Can Company is heading to Metpack in Germany
Once again in 2011, METPACK will be the most important event for metal packaging professionals from around the world, and Independent Can Company will be there to work with our vendors and partners to continue the process of bringing the highest quality metal packaging to the North American market. METPACK will start from May 10th and go until May 14th 2011. Products and services from the worlds top metal packaging industry suppliers will be presented.
This show will help solidify projects currently on the table and will definitely lead to ideas for future projects that we should be working on in the future.
Are you coming to Metpack?
Ryan D. Huether
CONTACT US
Independent Can Company
http://www.Independentcan.com
This show will help solidify projects currently on the table and will definitely lead to ideas for future projects that we should be working on in the future.
Are you coming to Metpack?
Ryan D. Huether
CONTACT US
Independent Can Company
http://www.Independentcan.com
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Independent Can Company - Employment Opportunities
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS
http://www.westernspecialty.com/employment/
For ALL positions:
For ALL positions:
- Resumes without complete salary history will not be considered.
- To avoid spam filters, position title must be in the subject line of email responses.
- NO AGENCIES OR SEARCH FIRMS ACCEPTED.
Fax resume with complete salary history to: Human Resources Manager (410) 272-6494 OR, email hrdept@independentcan.com, (position title must be in subject line), OR Mail to P.O. Box 370, 1300 Brass Mill Road, Belcamp, MD 21017
Compensation package includes, vacation, paid holidays, medical/dental coverage, profit sharing and 401k options. To be successful in this position the candidate must understand, accept and be committed to our employee-developed Company Values. These values are Fairness, Flexibility, being Customer, Market, and Improvement Driven, Dedicated, Responsible and consistent Teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V - Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace
(4 year degree preferred) Independent Can Company, a global manufacturing, family-owned company with annual sales of 60 million dollars, is seeking an experienced Inside Sales person to join our Sales Team. The successful candidate needs to have sales, customer support and service experience. This person will be responsible for inside sales/account management as well as the development of new customers and new product sales in the United States and Canada. He/she will also be responsible for backing up outside sales people as needed with data entry, samples, and other office functions. The skills and experience necessary for success in this position are creativity; experience with sales and customer service; the ability to communicate effectively in writing, on the phone and in person; the ability to set goals; sales acumen and a good mathematics skill level. The selected individual must have excellent communication and people skills and the adaptability to fit into a manufacturing/distribution environment.
Proficiency in Excel, Word, experience using the Internet, and the ability to learn company-specific software is required. Being bi-lingual in Spanish or Chinese would be beneficial but is not required.
Email response must include "Inside Sales/Customer Service" in the subject line.
(Can Manufacturing Experience Preferred)
Email response must include "Outside Sales Representative" in the subject line.
(BS Degree in Accounting/Finance Required)
Independent Can Company, a family-owned manufacturing company headquartered in Harford County, MD with multi-state operations, is seeking a junior level accounting professional. The ideal candidate will have two years accounting and cost experience in manufacturing. Recent college graduates with experience will be considered. CPA/CPA candidates would be beneficial.
The successful candidate will report to the Controller and will assist in the daily operations including the accumulation, analysis, preparation, interpretation and reporting of financial information used by management, shareholders, auditors, and government agencies. This is an exempt position with eventual supervisory responsibilities. The position requires an individual who is a team player with strong communications and organizational skills while understanding the importance of details and accuracy. Independent Can Company’s Core Values are the foundation for successful performance in this position.
We offer excellent benefits including profit sharing, 11 paid holidays, two weeks vacation, 401k option, and medical, dental and life insurance.
Email responses must include "Junior Accountant" in subject line.
(Bachelor's Degree and two years experience required)
Independent Can Company, a global manufacturing family-owned company located in Harford County, MD with annual sales of 60 million dollars, is seeking an Assistant Traffic Manager to join our Shipping and Receiving Department.
The successful candidate will report to the Traffic Manager and will assist in the daily operations. This is an exempt position with eventual supervisory responsibilities. The position requires an individual who has a working knowledge of all shipping documentation, domestic and international, including shipping tickets, packing slips, pick lists, receivers, invoices, bills of lading and dock receipts. He or she must be able to interface in a professional manner with office staff, customers, freight sales persons and carriers. Knowledge and proven use of a computer system for spreadsheets and database management system as well as related warehouse and freight rate software is a must. Finally, he/she must be a team player who has strong communications skills (written and verbal) is organized with attention to detail and accuracy. Independent Can Company’s Core Values and department behaviors are the foundation for successful performance in this position.
We offer excellent pay and benefits including employee profit sharing and an individual 401(k) option.
Email response must include "Assistant Traffic Manager" in the subject line.
Independent Can Company, a family-owned global supplier of decorative metal products, is seeking a qualified Quality Assurance Manager to manage a team and motivate workers to produce quality products at our Belcamp, MD facility.
The successful candidate must be self-motivated to improve and develop new systems to control internal and outside supplier quality along with documented systems. Ability to examine production process and recommend efficiency improvements is required. Must have production floor experience to analyze QC methods and interface with personnel. Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must. Four-year degree required.
We offer excellent benefits including profit sharing, 11 paid holidays, two weeks vacation, 401k option, and medical, dental and life insurance.
The successful candidate must be self-motivated to improve and develop new systems to control internal and outside supplier quality along with documented systems. Ability to examine production process and recommend efficiency improvements is required. Must have production floor experience to analyze QC methods and interface with personnel. Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must. Four-year degree required.
We offer excellent benefits including profit sharing, 11 paid holidays, two weeks vacation, 401k option, and medical, dental and life insurance.
Email response must include "Quality Assurance Manager" in the subject line.
(manufacturing)
Independent Can Company, a family-owned global supplier of decorative metal products, is seeking a Production Mechanic to work in their Belcamp, MD facility.
The successful candidate is responsible for repairs and the maintenance of production machinery. The successful candidate must have clear knowledge of mechanical systems such as pneumatic equipment, power transmission principles, conveyor systems, and the ability to read precise measuring equipment and drawings as well as excellent trouble-shooting skills while using a clear and logical approach in solving mechanical problems. He/she must also be dependable and have the ability to work under pressure and be a self-starter. This position is vital to our production operations, so not only is overtime a condition of employment but the norm for at least six months of the year. Overtime is paid after eight hours in a day. Responsibilities also include checking for quality production and remedial action to ensure total customer satisfaction and achievement of Company goals. This position requires someone who will train, guide, and work with machine operators in a positive, cooperative, and mentoring environment.
We offer excellent benefits including profit sharing, 11 paid holidays, two weeks vacation, 401k option, and medical, dental and life insurance.
Email responses must include Production Mechanic in the subject line.
(manufacturing)
Independent Can Company, a family-owned global supplier of decorative metal products, is seeking a Printing Press Mechanic to work in their Belcamp, MD facility.
The successful candidate is responsible for repairs and the maintenance of printing presses, coating lines and other related equipment. Large format (40”+) printing press maintenance experience preferred. The successful candidate must have clear knowledge of mechanical systems such as pneumatic equipment, power transmission principles, conveyor systems, and the ability to read precise measuring equipment and drawings as well as excellent trouble-shooting skills while using a clear and logical approach in solving mechanical problems. He/she must also be dependable and have the ability to work under pressure and be a self-starter. This position is vital to our production operations, so not only is overtime a condition of employment but the norm for at least six months of the year. Overtime is paid after eight hours in a day. Responsibilities also include checking for quality production and remedial action to ensure total customer satisfaction and achievement of Company goals. This position requires someone who will train, guide, and work with machine operators in a positive, cooperative, and mentoring environment. Applicant must be available to work any shift.
We offer excellent benefits including profit sharing, 11 paid holidays, two weeks vacation, 401k option, and medical, dental and life insurance.
E-mail responses must include "Printing Press Mechanic" in the subject line.
Wagner Spot Coater (Experience Required)
The Lithography Division of Independent Can Company, a metal decorator located in Belcamp, (Harford County) Maryland, is seeking an experienced Coater Operator. The successful candidate will be responsible for set up and operation of the Wagner Spot Coater. The Operator is responsible for the application of coatings and varnishes to metal sheets that are cured through an LTG oven. In addition, the Operator will be responsible for monitoring of the coater film weights and registration of various coatings. This is an hourly non-exempt position subject to overtime and reports to the Lithography Supervisor. This person should have good mechanical and problem-solving skills.
Email responses must include Coater Operator in the subject line.
(All Shifts)
Email response subject line must include Machine Operator.
Independent Can Company, a manufacturer of metal packaging products in Belcamp, Maryland, (Harford County) is in search of Machine Operators for first and second shifts. Specific can manufacturing experience is not required; however, experience with the operation of manufacturing equipment is necessary. Excellent attendance and ability to work overtime are conditions of employment. As a full-time employee, you will receive overtime pay after eight hours a day with a three-level pay structure.
Email response subject line must include Machine Operator.
For ALL positions:
- Resumes without complete salary history will not be considered.
- To avoid spam filters, position title must be in the subject line of email responses.
- NO AGENCIES OR SEARCH FIRMS ACCEPTED.
Fax resume with complete salary history to: Human Resources Manager (410) 272-6494 OR, email hrdept@independentcan.com, (position title must be in subject line), OR Mail to P.O. Box 370, 1300 Brass Mill Road, Belcamp, MD 21017
Compensation package includes, vacation, paid holidays, medical/dental coverage, profit sharing and 401k options. To be successful in this position the candidate must understand, accept and be committed to our employee-developed Company Values. These values are Fairness, Flexibility, being Customer, Market, and Improvement Driven, Dedicated, Responsible and consistent Teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V - Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace
Independent Can Company
2040 South Lynx Place
Ontario, California 91761
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Sanitary Tin Packages Now Available From Independent Can Company
Sanitary packages
We are a supplier of tin cans comprised of two or three pieces made in automatic and semiautomatic production lines. We produce either plain or beaded side wall cans.
The most common uses for the sanitary tin plate cans are for food products such as beans, mushrooms, fruits, vegetables, tomato, soups, powder milk, tuna, etc.
Easy open lids are available to facilitate the access to the product, all manufacturing processes are carried out with the latest available machinery on a world-wide level.
All sanitary tin plate cans have an 18 month guarantee with the only requirement that best practices of manufacture and the control of temperatures within warehouses and distribution centers are kept.
Diameters Heights
Straight
202 - 110.5 304 408 601
211 - 114 306 409 602
300 - 200 308 410 604
303 - 202 311 411 612
307 - 204 314 413 700
401 - 205 400 502 708
404 - 206 402 504 710
603 - 208 403 510 800
Necked
209 - 212 406 512 805
214 - 300 407 600 905
CAPACITIES
Diameters Capacities in ounces
202 3.0, 3.6 , 4.8 , 6.0 oz
211 4.9 , 6.3 , 7.9 , 8.0 , 10.9 , 11.2 , 13.8 , 16.4 oz
300 7.3 , 7.5 , 11.0 , 13.55, 15.2 oz
303 12.7 , 16.85 oz
307 4.9 , 6.3 , 7.9 , 8.0 , 10.9 , 11.2 , 13.8 , 16.4 oz
401 14.76, 22.0, 29.75, 36.3 , 36.48 , 37.0 , 43.5, 50.6 oz
404 51.70 oz
603 68.15 ,68.48 ,85.18, 100.2, 102.2 , 109.45, 141.5 oz
Packages available with their respective normal or easy open lids
If you don't find the package size that you are looking for on this page please let us know and we will be glad to propose a solution or to develop a new package that fills your needs, contact a sales representative.
We are a supplier of tin cans comprised of two or three pieces made in automatic and semiautomatic production lines. We produce either plain or beaded side wall cans.
The most common uses for the sanitary tin plate cans are for food products such as beans, mushrooms, fruits, vegetables, tomato, soups, powder milk, tuna, etc.
Easy open lids are available to facilitate the access to the product, all manufacturing processes are carried out with the latest available machinery on a world-wide level.
All sanitary tin plate cans have an 18 month guarantee with the only requirement that best practices of manufacture and the control of temperatures within warehouses and distribution centers are kept.
Diameters Heights
Straight
202 - 110.5 304 408 601
211 - 114 306 409 602
300 - 200 308 410 604
303 - 202 311 411 612
307 - 204 314 413 700
401 - 205 400 502 708
404 - 206 402 504 710
603 - 208 403 510 800
Necked
209 - 212 406 512 805
214 - 300 407 600 905
CAPACITIES
Diameters Capacities in ounces
202 3.0, 3.6 , 4.8 , 6.0 oz
211 4.9 , 6.3 , 7.9 , 8.0 , 10.9 , 11.2 , 13.8 , 16.4 oz
300 7.3 , 7.5 , 11.0 , 13.55, 15.2 oz
303 12.7 , 16.85 oz
307 4.9 , 6.3 , 7.9 , 8.0 , 10.9 , 11.2 , 13.8 , 16.4 oz
401 14.76, 22.0, 29.75, 36.3 , 36.48 , 37.0 , 43.5, 50.6 oz
404 51.70 oz
603 68.15 ,68.48 ,85.18, 100.2, 102.2 , 109.45, 141.5 oz
Packages available with their respective normal or easy open lids
If you don't find the package size that you are looking for on this page please let us know and we will be glad to propose a solution or to develop a new package that fills your needs, contact a sales representative.
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Decorative Snap Covers For Hermetic Cans!!
Monday, April 11, 2011
Packaging Trends
At the 2010 Pack Expo show late last year, a panel of experts representing several leading consumer products companies (P&G, Kraft, Pepsico, Conagra, Heinz) gathered to answer the question: what are the key factors driving packaging choices today? In summary, the panel mentioned the sustainability of the package, its impact on brand value, and its overall impact on production efficiency as being the key drivers of packaging innovation. The entire article presented in Packaging Digest’s January 2011 edition can be seen at www.packagingdigest.com/2011trends.
Independent Can has been a member of the International Packaging Association (IPA) for 15 years, a group of 15 canmakers from 14 countries. At our recent Marketing Meeting in Dubai (U.A.E.), we posed the same question to our members, but from the standpoint of the metal package. What are the key issues in our industry and with our package that we as canmakers need to direct investment towards, in order to address the challenges of our customers in an increasingly competitive global environment?
Investment in cost reduction was at the top of everyone’s list as we all look to offset inflationary trends in the cost of raw materials. Independent Can has invested heavily in sheet fed presses to blank parts more efficiently while reducing changeover times between jobs. We have investigated the downgauging of steel for several items and have consolidated many of our steel specifications in order to allow us more control over steel quality and cost, while reducing lead times. We have also automated the packaging of many of our products. But our largest investments have been in the area of printing, which we now refer to as Hi-Def Lithography, with significant impacts on quality, lead time reduction, and costs.
Sharing the story of the metal can’s sustainability, chiefly recycling properties, was a close second in our informal survey. Steel is the most heavily recycled material in the world, easily separated in recycling centers with magnets, and on average newly produced steel is composed of 56% recycled materials. Steel is infinitely recyclable, and can always be recycled into new steel products, in comparison to plastics which will eventually must be placed in a landfill. We also have a sustainability story to share as a company as we have reduced our energy consumption significantly as we invest in energy saving solutions plant wide, and raise the level of awareness within our employee base on the consumption of many plant and office materials.
Product innovation is also a primary concern among the members of the can manufacturing community. Independent Can developed 10 new domestic can concepts in 2010 and is focused on many new projects for 2011. “Innovation” can mean many things to many people, but often we need to look beyond shape and appearance in packaging. Innovation in metal packaging can represent shape, functionality, automation, design, varnish/appearance, and the many ways we continually improve our operations and look to reduce costs. In these respects Independent Can is truly innovative.
Please make sure to look to our “What’s New” section of our website www.westernspecialty.com for frequent updates and information regarding Independent Can and our products.
Ryan D Huether
909-923-6150
Contact Us
Independent Can has been a member of the International Packaging Association (IPA) for 15 years, a group of 15 canmakers from 14 countries. At our recent Marketing Meeting in Dubai (U.A.E.), we posed the same question to our members, but from the standpoint of the metal package. What are the key issues in our industry and with our package that we as canmakers need to direct investment towards, in order to address the challenges of our customers in an increasingly competitive global environment?
Investment in cost reduction was at the top of everyone’s list as we all look to offset inflationary trends in the cost of raw materials. Independent Can has invested heavily in sheet fed presses to blank parts more efficiently while reducing changeover times between jobs. We have investigated the downgauging of steel for several items and have consolidated many of our steel specifications in order to allow us more control over steel quality and cost, while reducing lead times. We have also automated the packaging of many of our products. But our largest investments have been in the area of printing, which we now refer to as Hi-Def Lithography, with significant impacts on quality, lead time reduction, and costs.
Sharing the story of the metal can’s sustainability, chiefly recycling properties, was a close second in our informal survey. Steel is the most heavily recycled material in the world, easily separated in recycling centers with magnets, and on average newly produced steel is composed of 56% recycled materials. Steel is infinitely recyclable, and can always be recycled into new steel products, in comparison to plastics which will eventually must be placed in a landfill. We also have a sustainability story to share as a company as we have reduced our energy consumption significantly as we invest in energy saving solutions plant wide, and raise the level of awareness within our employee base on the consumption of many plant and office materials.
Product innovation is also a primary concern among the members of the can manufacturing community. Independent Can developed 10 new domestic can concepts in 2010 and is focused on many new projects for 2011. “Innovation” can mean many things to many people, but often we need to look beyond shape and appearance in packaging. Innovation in metal packaging can represent shape, functionality, automation, design, varnish/appearance, and the many ways we continually improve our operations and look to reduce costs. In these respects Independent Can is truly innovative.
Please make sure to look to our “What’s New” section of our website www.westernspecialty.com for frequent updates and information regarding Independent Can and our products.
Ryan D Huether
909-923-6150
Contact Us
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
ShopIndependentCan.com
ShopIndependentCan.com is your one stop shop for small orders (Under $350) of Stock Printed and Solid Color Tins. Whether you are looking for some cookie tins for a bake sale or tins to make gift baskets ShopIndependentCan.com has what you need.
Independent Can Company has the largest stock tin program in the world bringing you the variety you need.
If you do not see what you are looking for or you need assistance please call 909-923-6150 or Contact Us by Clicking Here
Http://wwww.westernspecialty.com
Friday, March 11, 2011
NEW - PET Side Wall Pails in stock now
Independent Can Company is happy to announce that we are now stocking our popular PET Side Wall Pails in Metallic Red, Metallic Green, and Platinum Color. These pails are in stock now with the new easy open plug. No longer do you or your customers need a tool to pry open the top. Just pop open the plug and enjoy.
Our stock size not right for you? No problem we have the capability to adjust the height of this pail to meet your internal capacity (minimum order apply). We also have tooling for additional sizes available on a custom order basis.
The side walls are made from PET which is FDA approved for Food Contact. The top and bottom of the pails are Steel, the worlds most recycled and sustainable packaging material.
For more information or a sample just give us a call at 909-923-6150 or Contact Us by Clicking Here
Ryan D. Huether
Independent Can Company
http://www.westernspecialty.com
http://westernspecialty.com/onlinecatalog/viewdetails.asp?id=20081716
Our stock size not right for you? No problem we have the capability to adjust the height of this pail to meet your internal capacity (minimum order apply). We also have tooling for additional sizes available on a custom order basis.
The side walls are made from PET which is FDA approved for Food Contact. The top and bottom of the pails are Steel, the worlds most recycled and sustainable packaging material.
For more information or a sample just give us a call at 909-923-6150 or Contact Us by Clicking Here
Ryan D. Huether
Independent Can Company
http://www.westernspecialty.com
http://westernspecialty.com/onlinecatalog/viewdetails.asp?id=20081716
Independent Can Company - South Pack Trade Show
Independent Can Company - South Pack Trade Show
Independent Can Company will be attending the West Pack Trade Show, Booth 1453. Please do come by and see out full line of Tins, PET, Closures (Metal & Plastic), Tubes, and more.RSVP for South Pack by Clicking Here
http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/spack11/
Ryan D. Huether
Independent Can Company
Thursday, February 17, 2011
1-800-Recycling - Cartoon Characters Created from Cans
Do you like sustainable packaging? Do you like cartoons? Then you have to see this new article from 1-800-recycling. Awesome cartoon creations using only cans.
Check out 1-800-Recycling's full article by clicking here.
“SpongeBob” (2006)
Photo credits: Marina Dodis and Dave Roels
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
WHATS NEW - WINTER 2011
| Winter 2011 |  |
We are now 7 weeks into the New Year and all indications are that the economy continues to improve. Sales in all business units are up over the same period last year.
The new 2011 catalog of stock designs has now been mailed and hopefully you have received your copy. If you need pictures of specific designs for your marketing materials they can be downloaded from our web site. If you have problems do not hesitate to call your sales representative for assistance.
If you are looking for savings on tins please look to our specials and reduced priced overstock tins on the web site as there maybe a savings on the exact design and size you need. There is a limited time on this offer. Click here to view discounted items.
Lithography and Pre Press
Every decorative tin must begin with art development and printing. High quality printing sets the standard for a high quality presentation.
Independent Can continues to invest in the printing and pre press processes.
1. Purchased and are installing the latest software for pre-press which will allow for us to out put designs and proofs faster and more accurately.
2. Sold all of our old technology printing systems and have set the standard for printing in the United States. We will only print on 4 and 6 color continuous grip printing lines allowing the highest resolution of printing and the fastest change over time of any equipment available in the world.
3. Ordered a new coating line to be installed in the fall of 2011 which will increase our coating speed by 20-30%, and our capacity by over 30%. This line will utilize 20-25% less energy then the older line, while providing the cleanest technology available today.
Fully Automated sheet size change
Speeds up to 9000 sheets per hour
Convenient easy-to-use operating console
Fully Automated sheet size change
Speeds up to 9000 sheets per hour
Convenient easy-to-use operating console
KBA Metal Print: Energy and Emissions Friendly
“In 2009 we (KBA) started to produce the HIGH-ECON oven for drying metal sheets with integrated air purification which only required 30% for both, drying and air purification that is needed for drying alone in the old systems. At the same time the emission of CO2 will be reduced by 70%.thus making environmental protection a cost effective pleasure.” (full article)
HIGH-ECON OVEN
We are excited about the future of the can industry and the prospects for growth. The tin can is environmentally one of the most eco friendly packages available while providing product integrity, innovation and graphics second to none.
Thank you for your support and please allow us to demonstrate the benefits of the very contemporary tin can to you.
Rick Huether
President
For more information visit us at http://www.westernspecialty.com or call us at 909-932-6150
Ryan D. Huether
Thank you for your support and please allow us to demonstrate the benefits of the very contemporary tin can to you.
Rick Huether
President
For more information visit us at http://www.westernspecialty.com or call us at 909-932-6150
Ryan D. Huether
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