CWC Online: Register & Win

Have you registered for your free CWC Online account yet? 

*You must register for a new CWC online account & complete an online transaction to qualify.

Every customer who registers for a new CWC online account and completes an online transaction between now and December 31st, 2014 will automatically win a prize!

Sneak Peak of Available Prizes

• Vizio 46" LED TV
• Charbroiler 3 Burner Gas Grill with Cabinets
• Dewalt 4-Tool Compact Combo Kit
• Tommy Bahama Cooler
• XBOX One
• Starbucks Gift Card 

How can I register for an account?

If you are a current customer, click here to set up your online account.

If you're a new customer, click here to create a new account with CWC. 

Want to have someone help you set up your account? Call our internet specialists at 1-800-292-7717. We're always happy to help!

What's the benefit of having an account online?

When you create an online account with CWC, you receive the following benefits: 

• Track your past order history
• View your statement online
• Update your account information
• View recent activity
• Receive special offers and more!

What are you waiting for? Sign up for your free account today and win!

Heavy Marine: International WorkBoat Show

CWC is excited to attend the upcoming International WorkBoat Show, Dec 3^rd-5^th in New Orleans.

The International WorkBoat Show has long been a premier event that brings together commercial marine suppliers and buyers. This year is looking to be the biggest and best show yet!

CWC is proud to have been the source for heavy marine rope products for more than 60 years. This year, we’re excited to be showcasing our wide selection of 8-braid mooring and tug lines, 12 strand high performance ropes, Blue Steel, nylon and poly-dac ropes, as well as our safety supplies and rainwear, which includes our signature ProTACT high-tactility dipped work gloves. 

Make sure you put #4246 on your list of booths to visit at this show! Stop by our booth, chat with our friendly sales reps and pick up a free tote stuffed with great CWC catalogs and product fliers.  

Need more information on the show? Browse the official WorkBoat Show website for additional details.

Are you going to the show? Let us know in the comments below!

The Unveiling: We Do That.

If you’ve been following along with us on social media, you know that we just launched our first YouTube video!

Watch the video below and scroll down to learn more about the making of our new packaging promo video.

This video was created for Pack Expo, a four-day long expo in Chicago, IL. The goal of the video was to showcase a few of our main packaging products: Strapping, Tape and Stretch Film. 

The video was shot one day in our San Leandro, CA warehouse. The two actors are both CWC employees. One, Damon is our Art Director and the other, Mike, is a skilled warehouse employee. 

Damon

Mike

Check out these behind the scenes photos below:

Our producer showing the talent how to pose

Figuring how to get a box to spin and stop at an exact point

Filming the 'Tape' scene from a bird's eye view

Leave a comment to let us know what you think!

Packaging: PolyPRO Strapping Comparison

Continental Western carries multiple different types of PolyPRO strapping. In this post, we have simplified the comparison process. Compare the many features of PolyPRO Strapping to help you decide which type of strapping best serves your application needs.

Here at CWC, we’re popular for more than our products. We maintain a reputation for integrity and exceptional service that helps you with packaging worldwide. 

Poly Hand Grade

Poly Hand Grade- 8 x 8 Core- HG

Our CWC 8 in x 8 in core polypropylene strapping is made for use with hand strapping tools and carts. This strapping has just the right strength, stretch and tension qualities to save you time and money.

Features: 

• Easily conform to corners 
• Ideal for light-duty palletizing, unitizing, carton closing, and bundling 
• Better than steel or nylon strapping 
• Shrinks along with loads while maintaining tension 
• Available in a variety of colors

Machine Grade Smooth

Machine Grade Smooth- 8 x 8 Core- MGS

Our CWC 8 in x 8 in core machine grade polypropylene strapping is used in wide range of industries. From meat and fish packing to high speed newspaper bundling. Can be used on automatic, semi-automatic and Signode strapping machines.

Features: 

• High elongation and recovery 
• Low tension retention 
• Delivers tight, strong and fast strapping 
• Available in choice of widths and tensile strengths

Poly Machine Grade

8 in x 8 in core CWC machine grade polypropylene strapping is the perfect choice for machine applications. Meeting the specifications of many strapping machine manufacturers, it features distinct strength and stretch capabilities.

Features: 

• For light, medium and some heavy-duty use 
• For a variety of applications - bundling, palletizing and unitizing 
• Economical - reliable - smooth running 
• Absorbs shock better than other materials

Are you looking for a different type of strapping? Check out our Steel Strapping offerings, as well as our Polyester Strapping and Cord Strap.

Packaging: Pack Expo International 2014

Continental Western Corporation will be attending Pack Expo International. Put booth #9623 on your list of companies to see!

This year, Pack Expo International will be on November 2nd-5th in Chicago, Illinois. Pack Expo International “focuses on processing and packaging solutions while at the same time, introducing you to technologies and ideas from all different industries. It’s the one place you can discover innovations you didn’t know existed and truly see what is possible.”

CWC will be attending Pack Expo International to show how our packaging solutions can meet your company's needs. From steel and polyester strapping, to stretch film, to packing tape, CWC has you covered.

As an incentive, we are offering up our promo code to anyone interested in attending as our guest. Follow this link to register with our comp code: 21V86.

Need more convincing? Read Pack Expo’s Top 5 Reasons for attending:

5 Reasons Attending PACK EXPO International is ESSENTIAL to your success.

1. EFFICIENCY – Where else can you compare practically every processing and packaging solution out there—from 1,800+ suppliers—all in one place? Watch Video
2. ENERGY – There’s nothing like watching processing and packaging innovations in action, holding materials and containers in your hands and examining equipment side by side.
3. EDGE – Staying competitive means walking the same show floor your competitors are walking, latching on to the latest trends, and getting strategies that work from industry experts.
4. EXCITEMENT – Witness the unveiling of breakthrough technologies, see what new robots can do, try your hand at the latest in automation, get ideas from engineers in other industries.
5. ENGAGEMENT – You’ll get the face time you need to problem-solve on the spot and build strong business partnerships with suppliers. Watch Video

Showing Support: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Continental Western Corporation is proud to support Breast Cancer Awareness month.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and CWC is happy to share with you a way that you can help show support this month and beyond. We are excited to announce that CWC carries the Showa Best N-Dex BWC (Because We Care) glove. 

Wear pink gloves to show your support!

When you purchase the Showa Best Glove N-Dex BWC, a portion of the proceeds is donated to organizations supporting breast cancer research and awareness. 

“Showa Best Glove’s N-DEX® BWC (Because We Care) PINK® nitrile glove enables disposable glove wearers to show their support of cancer survivors while enjoying all the characteristics associated with the Best N-DEX hand protection. These 100% nitrile, non-latex medical grade gloves are part of the world-renowned N-DEX family of disposable hand protection proudly manufactured in America. N-DEX BWC gloves are ambidextrous, 9.5 inches long, 4-mils thick with textured fingertips and are packed 10 dispensers of 100 gloves per case.”

      -Showabestglove.com

Rally your employees together and support breast cancer awareness this month by ordering pink Show Best Glove N-Dex BWC from your local CWC Sales rep. 

Learn more about breast cancer and how you can help by visiting the American Cancer Society’s webpage. 

Rubber Bands: Crepe vs. Compound

Crepe and Compound rubber bands- how are they different from one another?

CWC rubber bands are a crucial component in a wide range of industries from newspapers, to produce, to floral arrangements. Below is a list of frequently asked questions to help you decide which type of rubber band is best for your product.

Crepe Rubber Bands (PCI)

• What it’s made of: High concentration of pure rubber content
• Number of Bands/Pound: approx. 35% more bands/pound than Compound 
• Cost: pound for pound, more expensive than Compound bands (but you get more bands per pound)
• Shelf Life: last longer than Compound bands

Compound Rubber Bands (NCI)

• What it’s made of: Mixture of rubber, additives, and inert ingredients
• Number of Bands/Pound: approx. 35% fewer bands/pound than Crepe
• Cost: pound for pound, less expensive than Crepe bands
• Shelf Life: maintain elasticity for a shorter time period than Crepe bands

Crepe bands are about 15% higher in price/pound than Compound bands, but Crepe bands are less expensive on a band per band direct price comparison, 

• Example for size 16 bands:
• 1 lb of Crepe bands = approx. 2,395 bands
• 1 lb of Compound bands= approx. 1,535 bands

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do you supply rubber bands with extended shelf life? 

Yes, UVI  (ultra violet inhibitor additive) can be added to bands to increase the shelf life. Let your sales person know if you need this additive to ensure that our rubber bands last properly for your intended application.

I need custom rubber bands. Is it possible to print on them? 

CWC is able to supply you with custom printed bands. Printed bands are available at an additional charge as a mill order.  

Why would I need to print on rubber bands? 

This is a very common practice in the produce industry, as well as many others. In the produce industry, PLU codes are printed on the rubber bands.

How do I know if my current bands are Crepe or Compound? 

Drop the band in water. If it floats, it’s a crepe band. If it sinks, it’s a compound band.

Do Crepe and Compound bands come in colors?

Yes. CWC supplies both Crepe and Compound bands in natural, and in multitude of colors. Check them out online to see our color options: Crepe Colored  |  Compound Colored

What are the most popular sizes? 

14, 16, 32, 33, 62 and 64.

Safety: Recapping the 2014 NSC Congress & Expo

The 2014 National Safety Council’s Congress & Expo ended Wednesday, September 17^th. The three-day conference in San Diego, California was humming with new safety products and big news from occupational safety regulator, OSHA.

Attendees were quick to take note as OSHA announced the most frequently cited workplace safety violations for the 2014 fiscal year. Staying informed and prepared is the best way to dodge workplace injuries and safety violations. Avoid common oversights by reading OSHA's list and ensure that your business has the appropriate personal protection equipment and rules in place to maintain compliance. 

Another large announcement at the NSC Congress & Expo was the renewal of the NSC and OSHA alliance. 

"The National Safety Council and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration today renewed their Alliance to foster safer and healthier workplaces at the NSC Congress & Expo. Focus areas of the Alliance include addressing temporary and contract workers, motor vehicle safety, construction safety and the importance of establishing injury and illness prevention programs. They also agree to support and promote the new Journey to Safety Excellence campaign from the Council."

“NSC values our partnership with OSHA to keep workplaces safe,” said Deborah A.P. Hersman, president and CEO of the National Safety Council. “Renewing this Alliance is a symbol of our combined dedication to eliminating injuries and fatalities on the job, as employees deserve to return home safely to their families each day.”
        -Kathy Lane, Communications Director at NSC

All of us at Continental Western Corporation had a great time at the show and are looking forward to next year in Atlanta, Georgia!

Agriculture: PMA Fresh Summit

CWC has worked with the agricultural industry for more than 60 years. 

We understand that producing quality produce is a complex process that requires a wide range of goods and support. This October, we will be showing our support for the agriculture and produce industries by attending the PMA Fresh Summit in Anaheim, CA.

As PMA states, this event is for:

“Industry leaders. Marketing gurus. Technology trailblazers. Retail buyers. Food safety experts. Talented young professionals. The decision makers and game changers…”

Through attending this event, Continental Western Corporation is keeping up on changes within the agriculture and produce industries as technology and values in farming continue to develop and transform. CWC is committed to continually expanding our product knowledge and introducing superior alternatives to existing agricultural products as this staple industry progresses.

Be sure to put our booth, #1999, on your ‘must see’ list for Fresh Summit 2014!

Even if you are not able to attend, you can still view some of them items that we will be showcasing: Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves, Ventilated Pallet Netting & Spiral Wrap.

Safety: OSHA PPE Regulations

Is your company up-to-date on OSHA regulations on Personal Protective Equipment?

According to OSHA’s general mandatory requirements:

"Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, shall be provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body through absorption, inhalation or physical contact.”

If your business operates in the field of Maritime or Construction, OSHA has additional regulations that you must follow to be in compliance of their safety standards.

Keep your employees safe with CWC’s line of gloves and safety supplies:

• Gloves

• Protective Clothing

• Rain Wear

• Eye Protection

• Hearing Protection

• Dust Masks

• High-Visibility Vests

• PVC Boots

Safety: Upcoming National Safety Congress & Expo

Safety— an important topic for all work environments. From heavy marine fishing to construction, dependable safety supplies are at the core of running a safe and successful business.

Continental Western Corporation is proud to announce our attendance at the 

2014 National Safety Congress & Expo

At the expo, we will be showcasing our line of gloves and safety products. Be sure to check out the NSC website for more information regarding the show. If you are interested in attending, you can sign-up with CWC’s exclusive link for either a free 1-day pass to the expo, or you can apply the $100 credit to a Full Conference or Expo Pass.

Click for a free pass or $100 credit to the 2014 National Safety Congress & Expo. 

If you’re already signed up and ready for the show, make sure to add CWC’s booth to your agenda: #6054

Painters Tape: Picking the Correct Painters Tape for the Job

Answer the following questions to determine which CWC Painters Tape is ideal for your project:

1. Need a painters tape that creates razor sharp paint lines?
2. Will this tape be used on multiple types of surfaces?
3. Will the tape be left in direct sunlight?

If you answered ‘Yes’ to any of these questions, you’re in luck. CWC Painters Tape offers razor sharp lines, damage-free application on multiple types of surfaces from painted walls, trim, woodwork, glass, to metal, and can maintain these characteristics in direct sunlight.

Removes cleanly in 7 or 14 days in direct sunlight.

CWC Green 7 Day Painters Tape

If the tape will be left on your project for a week or less.

CWC Blue 14 Day Painters Tape

If the tape will be left on your project more than 1 week and up to 2 weeks.

Farwest Show

We’re on a nursery kick this month!

Continental Western is back on the road, this time up in the Pacific North West. If you’re looking for specialty nursery and greenhouse items, the Farwest Show is calling your name. From rare plants and flowers, to exclusive nursery supplies, this show is your gardening supercenter. 

For the first time, CWC will be showing off a brand-new line of nursery and gardening tools, so stop by to see the new items. We will have multiple types of pruners, shearers, orchard loppers, and knives specially designed for your nursery and gardening needs.  

We’re happy to be able to offer these special tools at the upcoming Farwest Show, so make sure you stop by booth #15006!

Upcoming Nursery/Landscape Expo

Who's attending the upcoming Nursery/Landscape Expo in San Antonio, Texas?

Continental Western Corporation is! If you are going to be at the Nursery/Landscape Expo in San Antonio from August 14^th-16^th, come say hi to us at booth #1537! 

We will be showcasing many items, and will be giving away one of our favorite products to those who stop by. Next week, we will announce the product giveaway on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram channels, so make sure to follow along.

Keep the weeds away with Poly Sheeting

At our booth, we will be featuring our Poly Sheeting—an item that's helpful in nearly all landscaping/nursery projects. CWC Poly Sheeting can be put under mulch to prevent annoying weeds from popping up, protect areas from moisture, and provide a water resistant base when pouring fresh concrete. If you need heavy-duty protection, you will be happy to know that CWC offers 10 mil sheeting. Make sure you stop by our booth to take a look, or shop online if you can’t attend the expo!

Additionally, we will have the following products available at the Landscape/Nursery Expo:

• Garden Tie Tape
• Pallet Netting
• Bundling Film
• Tomato Twine
• Atlas Gloves
• CWC Protact Gloves
• Woven Polyester Cord Strapping
• Rubber Bands
• & More! 

Looking forward to seeing you in Texas!