The packaging engineers of today and tomorrow all benefit from the important research being conducted at the various universities that specialize in packaging science.
Packaging is the nation's third largest industry, with a growing future.
The world of packaging involves almost every aspect of product design, development and delivery. For example, expanded polystyrene can be used to ship component parts for product assembly, pallet loads for regional distribution or cushioning for individual products. This is just one example of the role a single packaging material can play in the distribution environment. And, it covers an array of products, from pharmaceuticals and medical machinery to furniture, produce and high technology electronics. The same goes for paper, glass, aluminum and other plastics.