About TinWerks Packaging Co.

With over 20+ years experience in the metal packaging industry, the team at TinWerks Packaging Co. has the experience you need to make your project a success. At the same time, we have the youthful energy and finger on the pulse of current packaging trends that will make your product stand out in the crowd. With an eye for design and a proven track record with major clients in many industries, the team at TinWerks is second to none as a consultant and manufacturer of custom tin packaging. Use us as a resource and extension of your own marketing team today. No project is too big but at the same time you don't have to be a Fortune 500 company to get your own custom tin made. With no minimums and vast experience running projects of all sizes, our team can make it happen. TinWerks' packaging is simply tin packaging that works.

TinWerks Packaging FAQ

We are driven by the desire to come up with new, innovative packaging to distinguish our client's products in the marketplace in a variety of industries. We are confident we can pool together our ideas to create the exact package to meet and exceed your sales, budget, and timing goals. Below you will find a list of important questions you should ask any prospective metal packaging supplier, along with our answers.

Q: Are your prices competitive?

A: Yes, our prices are competitive, and many times lower than our competitors due to our factory relationships. We will be happy to provide you with a proposal for whatever need you might have and can get pricing to you within 24 hours.

Q: Do you have a price list?

A: We do have a price list for our Stock Tin program. To request this or to discuss pricing on custom tins please contact us.

Q: Do you have a stock program?

A: Yes, we warehouse over 25 unique, unprinted stock tins in both Chicago and Los Angeles. This readily available line is expanding at all times so let us know how we can help you.

Q: Can you print tins? Emboss?

A: Absolutely. We are a top line manufacturer that specializes in embossing and metal lithography. Please view our Custom Tins to see more examples and feel free to request samples.

Q: Can you create custom tins? Are there tooling charges?

A: We specialize in designing and manufacturing custom tins built from the ground up. Projects with quantities over 15,000 pieces have no tooling charges.

Q: What are your minimums?

A: We do not have set minimums but your first price break generally occurs around 2,500 or 5,000 pieces depending on exact specifications.

Q: What are your lead times?

A: Generally our lead times range from 8-12 weeks depending on the variables of each project. This lead time encompasses everything from the artwork and tooling approval process to production to final delivery.

Q: Do I have to arrange my own shipping?

A: No. Most of our clients prefer for us to handle delivery from the time our tins ship from China until final delivery to their door but you are welcome to arrange your own freight if you choose to.

Q: What type of materials do you work with?

A: We specialize in working with prime tinplate and aluminum.

Q: What is your approval process?

A: We have a minimum of 2 levels of approval for each project. Depending on your project, we will be happy to customize the process to fit your needs.

Q: I need transparency with the factory, is this possible?

A: Yes. Our clients have 100% transparency into our process with the factory at all times. Let us know if you would like to learn more about how we offer this and/or if you would like to see the factory.

Q: Where are you located?

A: Our sales office is located in Addison, IL, 30 minutes from downtown Chicago and both O'Hare and Midway Airports.

Q: Can I meet with you?

A: We look to meet with all our clients so let us know when and where you want to meet and we will accommodate you.

Q: How do I start a project with you? I need more answers, how can I get them?

A: Contact us.