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The North American construction industry is expected to grow by 4.2% annually over the next 5 years. Employing nearly 7 million people and completing projects totaling around $1.3 Trillion ($1,300,000,000,000) a year makes the construction industry the largest economic segment on the continent.

The term ‘construction industry’ encompasses a large swathe of professionals whose skills vary according to the job at hand. From the initial pilings that moor a gigantic structure in place to the final touch-ups on the interior paint, the full scope of this industry is enormous. 

Topics: bulk bag uses, bulk bag, bulk packaging, distribution, product packaging, custom FIBC, FIBC, construction

What do you get when you wrap a polyethylene bag within a super-strong polypropylene shell? You get the next generation of reusable and recyclable inflatable dunnage bags from MiniBulk!

Topics: supply chain, shipping, transportation, logistics, dunnage

When was the last time you went to the doctor?

Some people wait until the last possible moment to see a doctor, while others take a more proactive approach. Some people will never visit a doctor until they absolutely must, and others not at all.

When it’s time to go, you are usually asked to describe what’s going on and what is troubling you. That is not always the easiest thing to do as vocalizing your troubles doesn’t always translate properly.

For example, you may have a “headache”.

Topics: supply chain, bulk bags, FIBC

Occupational Health and Safety standards have come a long way over the past couple hundred years. Today’s worker enjoys a standard of safety that was unheard of even a few decades ago.

Compared to what workers had to deal with at the start of the Industrial Revolution and prior, today’s employees enjoy the benefits of a safety conscious society.

Topics: supply chain, bulk bag, bulk packaging, FIBC

Canada is a dreamland for people who want to disconnect and experience all the natural wonders this world has to offer. With over 328,000 square kilometers of National Parks alone, our country is a top wilderness destination for people all around the globe. From coast to coast, there is something unique and special to discover in all of our Provinces and Territories.

Topics: bulk bag, branded bags, bulk packaging, distribution, vented bulk bag, transportation, logistics, FIBC, poly woven bags

In all my years at MiniBulk, I can say without hesitation that the coolest part about this job is how often we get to see how everyday products are made right here in Canada. You might be surprised to learn just how many things are made between Tofino and Truro.

Topics: supply chain, branded bags, polypropylene, product packaging, transportation, logistics, pp woven bags, poly woven bags

Chemical production is truly one of the great wonders of the modern world. Scientists and chemists from all around the world have discovered, synthesized, and mastered these lab-made compounds that permeate our everyday lives.

Topics: fertilizer, bulk packaging, shipping, FIBC, poly woven bags

The global mining industry is massive. In 2016, the total revenue from the top 40 mining companies was $496 billion (USD). That’s a lot of digging.

Topics: bulk bag, mining, bulk packaging, logistics, FIBC

Keeping your potatoes high quality and fresh through the shipping process is critically important.

Potatoes are the number one non-grain food crop in the world, due in part to their ease of storage and long shelf life. In fact, according to StatsCan, Canada produced over 4.7 million tonnes of potatoes in 2016 worth $1.2 billion!

Topics: agriculture, bulk bag, shipping, product packaging, vented bulk bag, transportation