Sambrailo Packaging Revenue and Competitors

Sambrailo has been a leader of innovation in the packaging industry ever since. Throughout its 80-year history, this family-owned company has remained committed to providing superior quality that delivers measurable customer benefits. In 1957 Sambrailo improved upon the old strawberry cartons by developing glued, fold-over windows for the trays. This insightful creation reduced fruit damage and increased tray strength. Continuing to raise the standard for packaging fruit, in the 1970\'s Sambrailo recognized the need to expand merchandizing options and branding opportunities. They introduced a new strawberry tray with a dividing zipper on the bottom and began printing on solid fiber fruit baskets. In the 1980\'s Sambrailo strengthened its presence in the packaging industry by simplifying packaging assembly with the first one piece hand-folded apple box. Also introduced was the plastic dome for solid fiber fruit baskets to make stacking possible. The next few years brought the single-layer long-stem strawberry tray, the development of insulated flower cartons, and the glued double-ended bushberry tray. In 1987 Sambrailo revolutionized the packaging industry by introducing the first ever clamshell for fresh fruit. Now products were not only stackable and well-protected, but visible to consumers. The \'90\'s brought further innovations with Sambrailo\'s development of pre-printed liners for strawberry trays and their patented floral water pack. Again, Sambrailo focused on reduction of packaging costs and improved shipping efficiencies to improve margins for their customers. Continuing their tradition of responding to growers & shippers greatest needs, Sambrailo introduced the modular MIXIM packaging system in 1998. This system dramatically improved upon existing shipping methods. The MIXIM packages fit onto pallets more efficiently, causing substantial freight savings and ensuring the product the best care possible while in transit. The clamshell design helps to prevent bruising and increases cooling efficiency by 20 percent. Sambrailo maintained their research into \"whatever is best for the produce\" and, in 2000, expanded the MIXIM line to include Mixim Plus. This system provides optimum protection, visibility, and ventilation for products along with improved stacking capabilities. Today, Sambrailo has over 180 employees throughout 11 facilities in the US and Mexico to supply an unequaled range of packaging options for agricultural commodities. Through 3 generations of innovation, the philosophy of Charles Sambrailo still holds true. Listening to customer requests, focusing on technical issues and progressive research of \"Whatever is best for the produce\" continues to be an underlying factor to the success of Sambrailo products.