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PPC's History

PPC started in 1961 as a pioneer in frozen seafood packaging.

Throughout the years PPC has evolved, grown, and established itself as a perishable packaging innovator and leader in this industry.

We broadened our success to include a large variety of products and industries while staying true to our superior quality and service goals.
PPC was started by, Ted Heidenreich Jr, to develop innovative perishable packaging solutions for sectors of the seafood industry not being properly served by the food packaging manufacturers. Over 55 years later PPC remains an industry leader proudly owned and operated by Ted's family and many long-time employees who carry on his legacy of continually developing new perishable packaging solutions for evolving needs.

Perishable Packaging Specialists for over 55 years
1961-Present
1961
WE'RE OFF!
Ted Heidenreich Jr. opened PPC's doors putting it on the map as a pioneer of perishable packaging!
1966
Acquired Fish Pier Box Company!
PPC became the largest supplier of folding cartons to the New England seafood industry.
1969
Family Business!
Ted's first cousin, Bob Heidenreich, joins the executive team!
1978
2nd Generation Joins!
Ted's son, Ted Heidenreich III, joins the team working his way from the bottom up!
1979
Created Modular Fillet Container!
PPC built the first set of modular fillet containers which has set the standard ever since!
1980
Pioneered Arctic Box®!
Created a line of insulated shippers to protect seafood in transit to supermarkets & restaurants that remains an industry standard today.
1982
Ted III takes over as President from his father!
1983
Developed First Food Grade Gel –Arctic Pack®!
PPC formulated the first food grade rigid gel pack to be sold to the seafood and medical industries.
1993
Engineered New Molded Box Type – Standalone Arctic Box®!
The standalone foam container was developed as an efficient solution eliminating an outer box need.
1998
Welcome to Miami!
PPC opens a second fully staffed warehouse as a strategic location to expand delivery and export along the entire eastern seaboard, Latin America, and South America.
2015
Innovated adapted use for IML Containers!
Only supplier to develop and offer plastic IML (In-Mold Label) containers as better cost-effective alternatives to tin in seafood industry.
2017
Third Generation!
Ted III's daughter, Gretta, joins the executive team as Director of Marketing!
2018
PPC remains a private company whose strength is grounded in experience and a 'can do' company culture. Let us work with you to develop the perfect shipper for your product!
2019
Packaging Products Corporation became a division of Pacific Packaging Products in order to increase value to customers and the perishable goods industry through the merger broadening its geographical reach, greatly expanding product offerings, and bringing on board Pacific's expertise in supply chain optimization and automation capabilities.