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ABOUT US

ABOUT US

Mission statement

Key Container Corporation, along with sister companies Custom & Grimes Box and Mount Tom Box, is committed to providing exceptional products and services to every customer, every time.

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OUR STORY

When we got our start in 1959, Alaska became our 49th state and “Ben Hur” won 11 Oscars. The Rat Pack first appeared on the scene and so did Key Container Corporation. Since then, we have continually served the box needs for hundreds of New England’s leading companies in addition to serving companies across the country.

Through the years, we have expanded and added innovation to our ever-widening product range to fit any packaging and box needs you can name. Our goal is to bring the “whole package” solution to your needs and requirements, from corrugated boxes and custom shipping boxes to foam packaging and packing materials. We manufacture our products to your exact requirements, so every box or protective packaging we supply is exactly what you need, whether it’s for a custom job or a stock job.

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Key Container Corp. has been making quality corrugated products since 1959 - celebrating over 60 years in the business

Client-centric Focus Every Step of the Way

Key Container Corp., along with sister companies Custom & Grimes Box and Mount Tom Box Co., is focused on the highest possible quality and the client experience. From customer service, sales, design, and production to the final delivery, we will do whatever it takes to ensure that we exceed your expectations.

In our state-of-the-art manufacturing plant, we convert paper to corrugated sheets, create die-cuts and displays, cut to fit and more right on-site and in house. We can maintain the highest level of quality control every step of the way. With integrated services we can do it all.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do you stock any cartons?

Yes, we stock some standard storage and moving sizes. If we do not have your size in stock, we can manufacture your specific size in any quantity you may need. Just contact us

Can I get my logo printed on my cartons?

Yes! We can print logos, product information and more directly onto the carton. Ask how our graphic arts department can help you.

Do I need artwork to have my cartons printed?

If you have your own artwork, you can work with our design staff to receive it. If not, our talented design staff can help you develop the artwork you need, frequently at no additional charge.

When can I have my cartons delivered?

As fast as you need them! We will fit our schedule of production to yours to ensure you have what you need, when you need it.

Can you freight my order to another location?

We deliver the majority of our products on our yellow trucks direct to your location. If your shipping location is out of our shipping zone, we will freight/UPS your order as directed and upon your request.

Do you stock point-of-sale displays?

No, but our talented carton designers can help create a counter top or floor display that can be printed with your product information, company name, etc. Choosing a creative point-of-sale display can help you achieve more sales, as they have for many of our customers.  Contact us to get more detailed information about your product needs.

Is tooling required for shipping cartons?

No. Standard shipping cartons (RSC, FOL, POL) and other cartons do not require tooling unless they have special cuts or folds.

Is tooling required for all corrugated processing?

No. Standard shipping cartons (RSC, FOL, POL) do not, but other configurations may. For the specific answers based on your particular needs, please contact us.

Can I get vent holes/hand holes on my box?

Yes, we have stock tooling for standard size vent/hand holes. Some sizes or styles may require a full die board at a one-time cost to you. If that’s needed, we will give you all the costs upfront so there are no surprises.

Can my printing dies be used on multiple sizes?

We prefer a separate set of plates for each box size, especially if the printing varies. Where possible we will optimize their use.

Can I change my carton package to improve stacking strength?

Redesigning and reevaluating our customers’ needs is at the top of our list. Changes from the current carton design may improve performance. The use of high performance packaging will result in increased stacking strength with lower costs.

What is ECT?

ECT is a test conducted upon a sample of corrugated fiber board in its vertical position with flutes oriented in the direction of loading to determine its resistance to compression measure as pounds per inch of width.

Is white corrugated more expensive than kraft corrugated?

Yes, white is more expensive than kraft colored paper

What are standard color inks that you offer?

We offer GCMI color inks at no additional cost

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STATE OF THE ART FACILITIES

Our warehouse is bigger than many football stadiums across the country. Our facilities consist of 500,000 square feet of operational space. That’s a lot of space by any account. What does that mean for you?

Buy our boxes at a volume discount, and we’ll store any excess products in our mammoth warehouse. It’s part of our JUST-IN-TIME inventory control program. When you call, we’re on it to pack your boxes aboard our eco-friendly yellow trucks and ship them right to your warehouse or front door.

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