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10/21/2025 4:33 PM
Hot Melt vs. Acrylic Tape: Which Costs Less?
Deciding between hot melt and acrylic tape? They each have their uses, but one factor to keep in mind is always cost. You may be wondering which type of tape is...
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10/21/2025 2:37 PM
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TOSTRAPPING AND BANDING
Everything you need to know about steel, poly, and paper strapping so you can choose the right solution for your load, environment, and budget.
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10/21/2025 2:35 PM
Single Wall vs. Double Wall Boxes: Cost and Benefits
Choosing between single wall and double wall boxes impacts your shipping costs and protection levels. We’ve compiled information to help you balance durability with budget for your warehouse or...
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10/21/2025 2:34 PM
BUBBLE WRAP VS.AIR PILLOWS
Everything you need to know about bubble wrap and air pillows so you can choose the right void fill and cushioning for your product, volume, and budget.
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10/21/2025 2:33 PM
Soaps and Hand Sanitizers: Costs and Benefits
Hand soaps and sanitizers are essential for workplace hygiene, but costs vary. We’ve compiled information to help you maintain cleanliness cost-effectively.
Cost Factors
Prices for hand soaps and...
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10/21/2025 2:31 PM
Safety Gear Costs and Benefits
Safety gear like gloves, goggles, and vests is crucial for worker protection, but costs vary. We’ve compiled information to help you balance quality and budget.
Cost Factors
Prices for safety gear...
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10/21/2025 2:29 PM
Strapping, Seals, Tools, and Buckles: Cost Guide
Strapping and tools secure heavy pallet loads, but costs vary. We’ve compiled information to help you understand pricing factors for budgeting.
Cost Factors
Prices for strapping are impacted by...
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10/21/2025 2:27 PM
What Affects Poly Bag Costs?
Poly bags are versatile for shipping and storage, but costs vary. We’ve compiled information to help you understand pricing factors to optimize your budget.
Cost Factors
Prices for poly bags are...
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10/21/2025 2:26 PM
Water-Activated Tape: Costs and Benefits
Water-activated tape offers strong, tamper-evident seals for packages. We’ve compiled information on its costs and benefits for your shipping needs.
Cost Factors
Prices for water-activated tape are...
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10/21/2025 2:24 PM
Ice Melt and Insulated Gloves for Winter Safety
Winter conditions demand ice melt and insulated gloves to keep facilities and workers safe. We’ve compiled some essential products for winter safety in colder climates.
Ice Melt
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10/21/2025 2:22 PM
Material Handling: Pros and Cons to Evaluate
February 24, 2022 • Benchmark Industrial Supply
Material handling refers to the movement, storage, and protection of the products or materials that are used in a warehouse or industrial setting. These tasks...
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10/20/2025 9:51 AM
CORRUGATED SHEETS VS. ROLLS:WHICH MATERIAL DO YOU NEED?
A closer look at two corrugated materials from our Corrugated Boxes Guide: precut sheets and flexible single-face rolls, and when to use each one.
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10/20/2025 9:50 AM
A GUIDE TOCUT-RESISTANT GLOVES AND SLEEVES
Everything you need to know about ANSI cut ratings, glove materials, and arm protection so you can match the right level of cut resistance to your task and stay OSHA compliant....
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10/20/2025 9:49 AM
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TOSPECIALTY TAPES
Everything you need to know about floor marking tape, duct tape, masking tape, printed tape, strapping tape, and more so you can pick the right tape for your task and environment.
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10/20/2025 9:46 AM
How to Safely Clean Up Spills in the Warehouse
Spills in the warehouse can create slip-and-fall hazards or damage goods. Using spill kits and absorbents ensures safe cleanup. This guide outlines steps and products for effective spill...
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10/20/2025 9:44 AM
A well-stocked office and kitchen require the right supplies for productivity and cleanliness. From copy paper to cleaning chemicals, you’ll want a complete checklist. This guide covers essential supplies for office and kitchen maintenance.
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10/20/2025 9:24 AM
Restroom Essentials: Supplies & Dispensers
For people in offices with shared restrooms, it is extremely important that they keep it fully stocked with all the necessary supplies. There is nothing worse than a shared restroom that is not regularly cleaned...
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10/20/2025 9:21 AM
Eye Wash Stations: Essential Safety for Your Facility
Eye wash stations are critical first aid equipment in warehouses, shops, and facilities handling chemicals. You’ll want one accessible to protect workers’ vision in case of accidents. This guide explains...
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10/20/2025 9:14 AM
HOW TO SECUREA PALLET LOAD
Stretch film, strapping, edge protection, and pallet covers: everything you need to know to keep product contained from warehouse to delivery.
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10/20/2025 8:01 AM
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TOSHIPPING AND ADDRESS LABELS
Everything you need to know about stock printed labels, laser sheet labels, and thermal labels so you can choose the right one for your warehouse, office, or ecommerce needs.
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10/20/2025 7:57 AM
Choosing the Right Shipping Mailers for Your Needs
What type of mailer is best for getting your materials safely into the hands of the recipient? Senders have options when it comes to mailers, including standard flat mailers, bubble mailers...
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10/20/2025 7:52 AM
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TOUTILITY KNIVES AND BOX CUTTERS
Everything you need to know about utility knives, box cutters, slice knives, and safety scrapers so you can pick the right cutting tool for your task and environment.
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10/20/2025 7:46 AM
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TODESICCANTS
Everything you need to know about silica gel, desiccant packs, and moisture protection so you can keep products dry during shipping and storage.
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10/20/2025 7:41 AM
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TOWAREHOUSE SAFETY PRODUCTS
Everything you need to know about PPE, signage, spill control, floor safety, and more to keep your facility OSHA-compliant and your team protected.
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10/19/2025 5:59 PM
A GUIDE TOWORKPLACE SIGNAGE AND CAUTION TAPE
Everything you need to know about permanent safety signage, caution tape, and OSHA color standards so you can keep your team informed and your facility compliant.
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10/19/2025 5:49 PM
PAPER VSPLASTIC BAGS
Everything you need to know about kraft paper bags and plastic t-shirt bags so you can choose the right retail bag for your products, customers, and sustainability goals.
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10/19/2025 5:21 PM
    THE COMPLETE GUIDE TOVCI CORROSION PROTECTION
Everything you need to know about VCI paper, poly bags, and sprays for protecting metal parts during shipping and storage.
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10/19/2025 3:42 PM
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TOWORK GLOVES
Everything you need to know about disposable gloves, cut-resistant gloves, leather gloves, and more so you can find the right protection for your task and environment.
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10/17/2025 12:09 PM
Check out why Grips is better than standard stretch film...
More information available in the following videos:
GRIPS TESTIMONIAL GRIP VIDEO PROMOTION Download the full article: Grips Educational Article
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10/17/2025 11:06 AM
Acquisition Expands Service Area, Product Offerings and Supply Chain for Ohio Packaging Company
Columbus, OH (June 30th, 2021) — Benchmark Industrial, Inc. is pleased to announce that they have acquired Donby Packaging, a full-service equipment distributor and warehouse supplies...
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10/16/2025 3:12 PM
Expansion Brings Next-Day Delivery of Warehouse and Packaging Goods to Eastern PA
Gahanna, OH (January 16, 2023) — Benchmark Industrial, Inc. is pleased to announce that they will soon be expanding their full catalog to the Philadelphia warehouse supplies...
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9/12/2025 3:04 PM
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TOSTRETCH FILM
Everything you need to know about cast vs. blown film, gauges, hand vs. machine wrapping, and specialty films, so you can pick the right wrap for your pallet loads.
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5/15/2025 4:44 PM
Paper vs. Plastic Packaging Materials: Which is Best for You?
When it comes to safeguarding your products during shipping or storage, protective packaging is a game-changer. Popular options like kraft paper, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts each have...
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4/3/2025 1:46 PM
Benchmark, Inc. Expands to Pittsburgh Metro Area with Tripak Industries Acquisition
Deal Brings New Products and Services to Tripak Clients, Expanded Catalog for Benchmark
Gahanna, OH (April 3, 2025) — Benchmark Industrial, Inc. is thrilled to announce its acquisition...
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7/10/2023 2:52 PM
Benchmark, Inc. Expands Philadelphia-Area Presence with Laurico Acquisition
Deal Brings New Products and Services to Laurico Clients, Expanded Catalog for Benchmark
Gahanna, OH (July 10, 2023) — Benchmark Industrial, Inc. is pleased to announce that they have acquired...
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3/21/2022 12:00 AM
Benchmark, Inc. Set to Grow in Ohio & Indiana
Packaging Supply Company Opens New Indianapolis Branch and Expands Ohio Operations
Gahanna, OH (March 21st, 2022) — Benchmark Industrial, Inc. is expanding operations in Ohio and opening a new branch...
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Hot Melt vs. Acrylic Tape Costs [10/21/25 04:33 PM] Strapping Solutions Guide [10/21/25 02:37 PM] Single vs. Double Wall Boxes [10/21/25 02:35 PM] Bubble Wrap vs. Air Pillow Guide [10/21/25 02:34 PM] Hand Sanitizers: Costs and Benefits [10/21/25 02:33 PM] Safety Gear: Costs and Benefits [10/21/25 02:31 PM] Strapping and Tools: Cost Guide [10/21/25 02:29 PM] Poly Bag Costs: Factors and Benefits [10/21/25 02:27 PM] Water-Activated Tape: Cost Guide [10/21/25 02:26 PM] Ice Melt and Insulated Gloves Guide [10/21/25 02:24 PM] Material Handling: Equipment Guide [10/21/25 02:22 PM] Corrugated Sheets vs. Roll Guide [10/20/25 09:51 AM] Cut-Resistant Gloves and Sleeves [10/20/25 09:50 AM] Specialty Tapes for Industrial Use [10/20/25 09:49 AM] Warehouse Spill Cleanup: Safety Guide [10/20/25 09:46 AM] Office & Kitchen Supplies List: Full Checklist [10/20/25 09:44 AM] Restroom Supplies: Essentials for Facilities [10/20/25 09:24 AM] Eye Wash Stations: Guide for Workplace Safety [10/20/25 09:21 AM] Pallet Containment: Secure Shipping [10/20/25 09:14 AM] Shipping Labels Guide [10/20/25 08:01 AM] Shipping Mailers Guide [10/20/25 07:57 AM] Types of Utility Knives & Box Cutters Guide [10/20/25 07:52 AM] What Is a Desiccant Pack? Desiccant How To Guide | Benchmark [10/20/25 07:46 AM] Warehouse Safety Products [10/20/25 07:41 AM] Workplace Safety Signage and Caution Tape Guide [10/19/25 05:59 PM] Kraft Paper vs. Plastic Bags [10/19/25 05:49 PM] What Is VCI? Corrosion Protection Guide [10/19/25 05:21 PM] Types of Safety Gloves: The Complete Guide [10/19/25 03:42 PM] GRIP Film and Dispenser Literature [10/17/25 12:09 PM] Donby Acquisition Brings Warehouse Supplies to Ohio [10/17/25 11:06 AM] Benchmark Expands Into Philadelphia Warehouse Supplies [10/16/25 03:12 PM]
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