Our Exclusive Census Report shows that as the economy stabilizes, converters have their minds on equipment purchasing, hiring and creating efficiencies. More>>

Though the industry isn't thriving, our 2010 Exclusive Census Report reveals a V-shaped improvement in confidence. More>>

This year's Paperboard Packaging Exclusive Census Report offers profound insight into the sad landscape of depression. One converter reports praying a lot. Another is having doubts about what tomorrow will be like. Square footage production of board is, on average, 15 percent less than a year ago....More>>

This year's Census Report provides two stories. One side documents the hard times - so much so that no plant should feel alone in its misery. The other story reveals a mania for new strategies and products, all waiting to blossom once the recovery comes. 2008, therefore, is a time between times.More>>

The view from all three sides (corrugated container plants, folding carton plants, and equipment suppliers) is healthy - most corrugated container plants and more than most folding carton plants say that business in their region is good or better. As support, machinery suppliers are more optimistic...More>>

Suppliers are a little more positive about the environment for the corrugated container industry than the converters themselves - 53.8 percent of suppliers believe their customers operate in a thriving or healthy region. This compares to 49.4 percent of converters with that experience.More>>

The corrugated container industry is showing a vital recovery but the folding carton industry continues to suffer.More>>

After years of listless growth, converters are finally on a stable course to better business.More>>

After several years of sluggish growth, converters are beginning to see a rebound in business.More>>

Seven years ago when Laura Przybylski began her career in the folding carton industry, she saw a business that was healthy and prosperous. Today, however, is another story. Competition is fierce, customers are more demanding, and the economy remains sluggish.More>>