Disruptive Packaging Announces North American Expansion with New Mexicali Facility
03.04.26
Key Takeaways:
- Disruptive Packaging expands its North American presence with a new facility strategically located near key markets.
- As the inventor of URTHCOR®, the manufacturer was primarily focused on the environmental impact of its production line, as sustainability remains at the heart of its operations.
- Partnering with a shelter company helped streamline setup and maximize efficiency as Disruptive Packaging continues to meet rising demand.
Since 2017, IVEMSA partner Disruptive Packaging has set out to revolutionize the packaging industry with URTHCOR®, a material composed of HDPE and calcium carbonate that replaces conventional waxed cardboard and EPS.
With the grand opening celebration of its newest manufacturing and recycling facility in Mexicali, Mexico, the manufacturer enhances service capabilities across North America, providing innovative, sustainable packaging solutions for the seafood, meat, poultry, and fresh produce industries.
This allows the company to meet customer needs while simultaneously making a positive contribution to the environment.
Strategic Expansion for Bi-National Benefits
This latest expansion allows Disruptive Packaging to deliver an increased availability of alternatives to traditional packaging materials. URTHCOR® replaces the commonly used waxed cardboard and EPS, which are often single-use, not closed-loop, susceptible to damage, bulky, and heavy to freight, and produce higher lifecycle emissions.
Furthermore, the strategic placement of its Mexicali facility enhances delivery speed, reduces logistics costs, and ensures the company can respond swiftly to evolving market needs while still maintaining exceptional product quality.
Sustainability-Focused Facility Capabilities
In addition to location convenience, the new site boasts:
- Bespoke Equipment – Two complete production lines feature specialty extruders, corrugators, die cutters, laminators, and straight-line gluing machines—among the largest in North America.
- Patented Design and Technology – Including URTHCOR® boxes, corner angle technology, and pallet systems.
- Optimal Capacity and Volume – Currently producing up to 20 million boxes, with expansion plans underway.
- Flexible Facility Size – Occupying 80,000 sq ft, with room to grow.
- Closed-Loop Circularity – Fully recyclable boxes integrated into Disruptive Packaging’s reverse logistics and reprocessing ecosystem.
- Positive Environmental Impact – Material produces 80% less CO₂ than conventional waxed cardboard and expanded polystyrene (EPS).
Additionally, by operating under the USMCA framework, Disruptive Packaging offers robust, tariff-free supply chains for customers across the USA, Mexico, and Canada, with a facility that enables faster response times and greater flexibility for customers.
Streamlining Setup with a Shelter Partner
Like many manufacturers, to ensure a seamless setup, Disruptive Packaging relied on a team of experts with deep industry knowledge and hands-on expertise to guarantee exceptional quality and service in order to strengthen speed-to-market and supply chain resilience.
The company selected Mexico’s shelter model due to its business benefits, such as cost-effectiveness, operational efficiencies, risk mitigation, and the ability to retain full operational control.
Site selection and setup were expedited due to the local experience and network of its shelter partner, and all administrative departments worked in tandem with Disruptive Packaging, allowing its leaders to focus on production.
Get Seamless Manufacturing in Mexico
Most manufacturers choose shelter services to minimize liability, reduce costs, and allow for continued flexibility and growth.
For decades, IVEMSA has supported U.S. and other foreign manufacturers in their expansion to Mexico, offering customizable solutions, along with service and cost transparency.
Learn how working with a shelter benefits businesses when setting up new production facilities in Mexico.