Cultural Inclusion And Internal Diversity
About Us
Cano Container Corporation, a manufacturer of corrugated shipping cartons and related products, is privileged to be a part of the growing community of minority suppliers who help strengthen our economy. In 1993 Cano Container Corporation was recognized as the Minority Manufacturer of the Year in the State of Illinois. We make hundreds of styles of corrugated containers.
Mission
Provide highest quality, most sustainable packaging solutions at the lowest possible prices.
History
Juventino Cano is President and CEO of Cano Container Corporation. He founded the company in 1986 with the help of McDonald’s Corporation. His first building was a 37,000 square foot facility in Aurora, IL. He started his business with one machine and three employees. From there he moved to the 60,000 square foot facility on Raddant Road where he remained for 16 years. In October 2010, Cano settled into their new 177,000 square foot facility also in Aurora, IL. 1999 Juventino purchased Commander Packaging West in Ontario, CA and today have combined annual sales of over $20 million.
Products
We offer:
- Corrugated Packing
- Retail Displays
- High Graphic Process Equipment
- Inventory Solution
- Fiber Partition/Pads
Over 90 percent of all consumer goods in most developed countries are shipped in corrugated boxes. These boxes can be used for everything from fruits to household appliances. By changing the design of corrugated boxes, combining layers of corrugated or adding interior packaging, a corrugated box can be manufactured to efficiently ship and store almost any product. We make hundreds of styles of corrugated containers to achieve your desired results.
At Cano Container we have the capabilities to meet your packaging needs. With our diversified converting equipment we can manufacture everything from one color to eight color boxes. With our extensive corrugated knowledge and commitment to customer service we can be an asset or value to your company.
Your product is the best; make sure your packaging is the best too. Now more than ever the world is watching and scoring how packaging measures up. Ask how the latest technology engineered into our new machines can help your sustainable scorecard. Let our full service, carton manufacturing facilities help improve your packaging score.
Commander Packaging West
We have formed a unique packaging alliance with our sister company Commander Packaging West and we offer an exciting technology that has brought about significant changes in corrugated boxes. These companies, each with a different niche and focus, combine forces to offer new solutions and a new outlook for packaging users.
Why Commander Packaging West
Commander Offers Cutting Edge Technology
- At 30,000 impressions per hour, our new OFFSET press provides roll to roll printing with the highest run speeds, best detailed graphics and lowest production costs available.
- The corrugator cold set glue process eliminates most flute line issues.
- The latest technology includes camera scanning with 100% defect detection, significantly reducing waste while raising the quality.
- In house computer to plate availability. One time plate cost is approximately $2,000, compared to $20,000 for flexo printing plates.
- Run quantities can be significantly lower than flexo minimums.
- Sustainability Meets High end Graphics.
- We have eliminated VOC and odor issues with Electronic Beam Curing. EBC is the only FDA compliant coating process for indirect food contact applications.
- We provide consumer specific basis weights with lower fiber content and light liners, 8pt to 30pt.
Commander Packaging West Inc.
602 So Rockefeller Ave. Suite D
Ontario, CA 91761
Tel: (800) 400-Box1 (2691)
www.commanderpackagingwest.com
Our Philosophy
To Reduce Remove Recycle and Improve
- The technology reduces waste without compromising structure or aesthetics.
- Lighter packaging reduces costs in manufacturing, shipping and storage.
- 76.6% of Corrugated is recycled. Only 26% of plastic is recycled.
- Paper biodegrades in 2-5 months. Some plastics take 500 years to biodegrade.
Diversity
At Cano Container, we believe everyone is part of the same team. We embrace inclusion because we believe in making everyone feel welcome. We strive to maximize our effectiveness, cultural inclusion and internal diversity. Together we will grow no matter what race, religion, ethnic group, or sexual orientation you are. Let’s do it together. Cano Container Corporation is certified as a minority corporation with the Chicago Minority Business Development Council.
Community Involvement
- Board of Directors, Mercy Service Foundation
- Board of Directors, Urban League
- Board of Directors, Wabaunsee Community College Foundation
- Advisory Board Member, Joseph Corporation, Aurora, IL
- Advisory Board Member, Merchants Bank, Aurora, IL
- Participant, Aurora School Business Partnership
- Board of Directors, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Business Statistics
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