tactile packaging think4d Inc., a Friesens Corporation Company
Friesens Corporation We are an innovative company with many years of high quality printing experience More than 100 years of business Over 500 employees Employee owned and operated Approx. 300,000 sq. ft. of custom manufacturing
Friesens accomplishments One. of PIA s most decorated printers with over 70 book and packaging awards Proud member of the National Association of Printing Leadership Hall of Fame Platinum Member of Canada s 50 Best Managed Companies FSC Certified Forest Stewardship Council 10+ years of lean practices with a culture of continuous improvement
Our story We are a Friesens Corporation Company Centrally located in North America Long print history and several years of thermoforming Turned an invention into a manufacturing process Growth strategy through additional print related business Focused on decorated and tactile packaging
Awards and recognitions think4d WOWs consumers and makes your product stand off the shelves with our patented, one-of-a-kind technology!
Tactile trailblazer In 1915, the Coca-Cola Company patented their legendary design: "a bottle which a person could recognize even if they felt it in the dark. Today, the contour Coca-Cola bottle is one of the most recognized packages on the planet.
Our technology delivers! think4d technology stands out from the crowd Helps brands to get consumers thinking with their fingertips Proven appeal through independent and consumer studies Coined the WOW Factor People love to pick up our products!
RIT Case Study Quality differences between 2D images and 3D images 50% higher ratings for 3D products Participants would pay 50% more for a product presented in think4d TM technology 80% of participants felt that the 3D items had added value The most common word was cool 97% selected a think4d TM item as a thank you gift Consumers are substantially more likely to choose products advertised or packaged using think4d TM technology
Technology overview from package design to graphic design through supply chain in only 7 steps! Structural & Graphic Design Prototyping Printing Distribution Sculpting, DigiProofs & Renderings Tooling Forming & Finishing
Technology overview Structural & Graphic Design Package Design, 3D part scanning, and Graphic Design are available to create a new look, or modify an existing design.
Technology overview Sculpting, DigiProofs & Renderings Sculpting adds a dynamic new element of touch and feel design to bring new dimension and texture to the packaging. DigiProofs illustrate the added Sculpting for customer input and approval prior to production. Renderings provide a virtual prototype for preliminary approval before moving into production. Sculpting DigiProofs Renderings
Technology overview Prototyping Digital Prototypes are printed on a digital press and formed on a 3D printed mold using laboratory forming and trimming equipment. High Definition Prototypes are printed on an HD Flexo Press and formed on a 3D printed mold using laboratory forming and trimming equipment.
Technology overview Tooling Tooling includes press plates for printing, form tooling for shape, and the required trim tools. We accommodate deep or shallow draw forming, along with decorative sculpting to accent the package design. Printing High Quality Print and Decoration. Direct printing with Flexo UV inks for vibrant, durable colors. A wide range of advanced print decorations, including overprintable foils, Cast & Cure, Gritty or Texture UV coatings, and more, each adding special effects for maximum shelf appeal. Holographic Foils Cast & Cure Holographic Effects MiraFoil Metallic Coatings Gloss Coatings, Matte Coatings, and Gloss Lamination Gritty Coatings Miracure Texture Coatings Glitter Coatings Rub nsmell Scents
Technology overview Forming & Finishing think4d s patented technology creates accuracy in print-to-form registration never seen before. High speed, roll fed customized equipment allows us to use this technology for large scale production and supply chain projects.
Technology overview Distribution Being centrally located in North America allows us to efficiently distribute throughout all of Canada, the United States and Mexico, making us a strong, dependable link in the supply chains of our customers. We have also proven to be a trusted partner with reliable distribution to our customers in Europe.
Our solutions think4d adds a new dimension, consumer awareness, and excitement to your packaging! Formed Products Tub and Lid Blisters Lids
Additional solutions Formed Products Unformed Products Clamshells, Formed Folding Cartons, and Shallow Draw Tip-on s Rigid Boxes, Seasons Ticket Boxes, and Custom Applications
Mountain Mike a success story Mountain Mike used think4d s innovative packaging solutions to leverage better in-store positioning and secured end aisle placement at Cabela s stores nation wide. The keepsake box is also used for record keeping and received rave reviews from customers. Mountain Mike, Archers Choice and Cabela s.
Contact us 511 Industrial Drive, Altona, MB, R0G 0B0 Canada Tel: 877.732.0202 Email: info@think-4d.com To learn more about us, and the award winning packaging that we have developed, please visit our website: www.think-4d.com or follow us on think4d think4dcreative @think4dcreative think4dcreative