Discover how the Cardboard Box Index serves as a predictor of consumer goods production and a leading economic indicator, providing insights into manufacturing trends.

When I break down cardboard boxes to put into my recycling bin, I often spend a lot of effort removing the plastic tape that sealed them and pulling out any metal staples. It seems to me that the ...

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Whether moving to a new location, carrying your most cherished possessions or delivering important packages, cardboard boxes are always there. Robert Gair invented the cardboard box in 1871 and ...