Question 1

What are Earthrings?

Accepted Answer

Earthrings are fiber cardboard can carriers.  One of the most environmentally friendly options for multi-packing 4/6/8 packs of cans.

Question 2

What are Earthrings made of?

Accepted Answer

Cardboard! They’re made with several layers of solid fiber cardboard.

Question 3

If they’re made from cardboard, why can Earthrings handle moisture?

Accepted Answer

Earthrings have a double coating of a food grade moisture-resistant material.  The recipe is a secret, but it’s 100% biodegradable.

Question 4

How much moisture can Earthrings handle?

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Quite a lot! Take them on fishing trips, throw them in your cooler, put them through their paces—just remember, they are not plastic. Earthrings will eventually break down when in an extremely wet environment—they’re biodegradable, after all.

Question 5

Are Earthrings safe to compost in my hops garden?

Accepted Answer

Heck yeah! Throw them in your home compost and your garden will thank you.

Question 6

I don’t compost. Can I recycle them in my regular bin?

Accepted Answer

For sure. Earthrings are considered recyclable cardboard for your standard curbside pick-up.

Question 7

Can I add my own branding to Earthrings?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We require a minimum quantity of 100,000 Earthings for custom-branded rings, as well as an additional charge for processing.

Question 8

How do I place an order?

Accepted Answer

Call us or fill out a form here, and our sales representatives will be in touch right away.

Question 9

Is there a minimum order?

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Yes: Our minimum order is 1 carton of 1,000 pieces.

Question 10

Where do shipments originate?

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USA orders ship from the Chicago, Illinois area.  Canadian orders ship from the metro Vancouver, British Columbia area.

Question 11

Is shipping included in the cost?

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No.  The cost of freight will be included on your invoice.  We add the most economical shipping charges (via Fed Ex, UPS, or freight carrier).

Question 12

How long does delivery take?

Accepted Answer

We typically ship same-day, so you can expect to receive your order within a week.

Question 13

Do I need special equipment to apply Earthrings?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Whether you need to manually attach Earthrings to one six-pack or mechanically package 300 cans per minute, we have machinery that can cover every speed.

Question 14

Will you set up the machine for me and show me how to use it?

Accepted Answer

Buyer must supply the electrical, installed by a qualified electrician. If you purchase an automated machine (150 cpm or 300 cpm), on-site installation and training is built into your agreement. Virtual training is included with our tabletop machines.  Our technicians are only a phone call or email away if additional guidance is needed.

Question 15

Will you service my machine if it breaks?

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Absolutely! Our qualified techs will respond to you via phone or video for free, or onsite at additional cost.

Question 16

How should I store Earthrings when they arrive?

Accepted Answer

We recommend keeping Earthrings in the original carton shipped to you. Once opened, reclose the internal plastic bag and reseal with the enclosed zip tie.  Keep the supplied moisture pack inside of the case, along with the product.

Question 17

Do you offer any kind of product guarantee?

Accepted Answer

We will replace any damaged product prior to application. The product does have a shelf-life and unused product must be resealed.

Question 18

What makes Earthrings so environmentally friendly?

Accepted Answer

Earthrings are plastic-free, made from virgin solid fiber cardboard, curbside recyclable, biodegradable, and home-compostable. At a time when we are all looking to reduce our environmental footprint, Earthrings does this brilliantly by using the least amount of material to safely and securely send your product through the supply-chain and into your customers’ refrigerator.

Question 19

There are other cardboard rings on the market. Why should I choose Earthrings?

Accepted Answer

Most other options use a thin layer of plastic or other additives which does not allow for any recyclability or compostability.

Question 20

What’s the cost of Earthrings?

Accepted Answer

About 2¢ per can!  Much less expensive than most other multi-pack options in the market. We also offer very small quantities so you can run lean and mean. No need to order large quantities just to have them sit in storage for months at a time tying up valuable cash flow..

Question 21

What’s the cost of Earthrings?

Accepted Answer

About 2¢ per can!  Much less expensive than most other multi-pack options in the market. We also offer very small quantities so you can run lean and mean. No need to order large quantities just to have them sit in storage for months at a time tying up valuable cash flow.

Question 22

Where is Earthrings headquartered?

Accepted Answer

We are centrally located just outside of the Chicago area with operations in Canada as well.

Question 23

How are Earthrings applied? I am a small operation. Can I hand-apply them?

Accepted Answer

We offer a small, inexpensive, manual applicator that can apply an individual 4/6 pack with the push of a lever. We also offer a pneumatic Case Packer which will apply a die cut sheet covering 24 cans with the simple press of a button.

Question 24

I am a larger operation. What automated applicator options do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Call us up or shoot us an email. We would love to help you save the planet one pack at a time!

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