Buckeye Corrugated
Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is an employee-owned company specializing in corrugated manufacturing with eleven facilities and four sheet feeders across nine Southern and Midwestern states.
Company Overview
Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company established in 1958. Based in Fairlawn, OH, it operates eleven corrugated manufacturing facilities and four sheet feeders across nine Southern and Midwestern states. BCI employs over 850 individuals and generates more than $450 million in annual sales, making it the largest independent sheet plant operator in the United States.
Services Provided by Buckeye Corrugated
BCI offers an array of services that include structural design, graphic design, assembly and fulfillment, warehousing, project analysis, and project management. They specialize in providing solutions such as graphic packaging, retail POP displays, ecommerce packaging, contract packaging, industrial packaging, and digital printing. Leveraging their expertise, BCI ensures comprehensive support throughout the lifecycle of a packaging project.
Sustainability Practices at Buckeye Corrugated
BCI is committed to sustainability, using non-toxic, water-based inks and adhesives. The company actively recycles waste into usable resources and new products and holds FSC® and SFI® certifications for sourcing wood fibers from sustainably managed forests. BCI's corrugated packaging is 100% recyclable and incorporates 52% recycled content on average. They also use bio-based algae inks with a carbon-negative impact and reclaimed steel from tooling suppliers.
Buckeye Corrugated Locations
BCI maintains a significant presence across the Southern and Midwestern United States. Their eleven corrugated manufacturing facilities and four sheet feeders are strategically situated in nine states to provide efficient service to various regions. This geographical coverage enables BCI to meet the diverse needs of their clientele promptly and effectively.
Certifications and Partnerships
BCI's operations are distinguished by their commitment to environmental responsibility. Their plants are FSC® and SFI® certified, highlighting their dedication to sustainable forest management. Additionally, BCI collaborates with the Paper and Packaging Board's 'Box to Nature Program,' which promotes recycling and sustainability within the packaging industry. These certifications and partnerships affirm BCI's role as a leader in eco-conscious manufacturing practices.