History

50+ Years of Always Looking Forward

Founded in 1968, Polytainers is a privately owned company that has been committed to providing industry-leading plastic packaging and total value solutions to customers for more than fifty years.

History

2024

2014

Polytainers launched a series of 8, 12 and 16 oz. non-round IML containers! Interest was growing in various categories for non-round packaging largely being driven by the objectives of retailers to improve planogram efficiencies. In support of this growing interest, Polytainers developed a family of stock non-round, display ready packaging that are suitable for a number of product categories.

2015

The Ultimate Series (U Series) of round IML containers in sizes ranging from 8 to 32 ounces is launched! The U Series is a full line of round IML containers that are made with Ultra-Injection Technology and include sustainable designs. These containers offer up to 20% more label height and area than competitive offerings and deliver top load/g performance that surpasses standard injection molded packaging.

2017

Introduces non-round IML Sidekick (two compartments) square container for yogurt, cottage cheese and snacks. The design of the 5.3 oz. Sidekick container offers a fresh way to snack while optimizing shelf presence. With more full wrap in-mold label area than the leading competitor as well as the option of white or clear pigmentation, your product is sure to stand out on the shelf! The Barrett Family Charitable Endeavours The Barrett Family Foundation (BFF) makes a significant donation to Humber College to create a state-of-the-art innovation center for technology known as “The Barrett Centre of Technology Innovation”. The Barrett family’s philanthropy expands with a second faculty chair – The Robert K. Barrett Chair in Polymer Science – at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. The first chair, the W. D. Barrett Chair was established by Bob Barrett’s father in 1972. Bob Barrett establishes a Chair in Sustainable Food Engineering at the University of Guelph. Included in the objectives of the Chair are research in Sustainable Packaging Solutions and Bio-Resins.

2018

Throughout 2018, Polytainers celebrated 50 Years of Always Looking Forward! Today, Polytainers operates in the US and Canada with a combined 470k square feet, 120 processing machines and 700 Team Members! Polytainers has flourished on change and through innovation has accelerated its growth and value to customers.

Who We Are

Team Members

Production Equipment

Containers Produced Annually

International Awards

Vision

To be a leading voice in the packaging
industry, earning customers’ respect as anintelligent, highly responsive and forward-looking partner.

Our Values

Customer First
Do What’s Right
Commit to Results
Innovate for Excellence
Partner for Success
Win Through Teamwork

What Sets Us Apart

Speed To Market

As a vertically integrated supplier, we provide the shortest time to market from concept to consumer of any rigid plastic packaging supplier.

Superior Decoration

With a fully integrated digital graphics and printing department, we offer the best print quality in the industry. Our Poly-ToneTM HD (PT-HD) process has been recognized internationally with over 125 printing awards.

Full Line Producer

With a full suite of forming (injection molding and thermoforming) and decorating options (PT-HD, in-mold labeling, shrink sleeves and off mold labels), we are a full-line supplier of stock rigid plastic packaging solutions.

Fastest Order Turnaround

Driven by lean principles, we offer customers the shortest lead times from time of order to delivery. This advantage provides both flexibility and optimal total systems cost advantages for customers.

Bob Barrett

A graduate of University of Massachusetts (BA in Economics), Bob had the advantage of being born into a family where his father’s business acumen and commitment to excellence set the standard for success.

Bob’s personal expectations and those of Polytainers’ Team Members exemplify “excellence.” The workplace vision combines the use of state-of-the-art technology with the aspiration to exceed customer expectations. Integrity is not negotiable.