Customer Success Stories:
Bag-in-Box Packaging That Performs
At General Films, we know dairy processors need packaging systems they can count on. Our Bag-in-Box (BIB) solutions are designed to meet the demands of high-volume operations while keeping product quality, safety, and consistency front and center. From ice cream mix to flavored milks, processors rely on our packaging and stainless steel fillers to help them work smarter, cleaner, and more efficiently.
Below, explore real-world results from partners who made the switch to BIB with General Films.
Why Processors Choose GF Bag-in-Box
Bag-in-Box is more than a packaging format. It’s a system that simplifies operations, supports growth, and protects your product every step of the way. Our customers consistently see benefits such as:
- Clean, efficient filling and dispensing
- Minimal waste and product loss
- Reduced downtime and training time
- Consistent, food-safe performance
- Easy forecasting with scalable order planning
Whether you’re filling ice cream mix, soft serve base, or flavored dairy beverages, the right packaging makes a difference. Here’s what that looks like in action.
Success Stories
“Having a partner like General Films that can make on time deliveries, has a machine that’s easy to operate, and performs very well – it allows us to go out and gain business.”
– David Hogan, President, Milkco
“General Films has routinely demonstrated a commitment to satisfy our quality and delivery expectations without overcommitting or making false promises. They listen to the customer and bring about innovative solutions. Their responsiveness and customer service make them an easy choice as a trusted partner.”
– Joe Gomoll, General Manager, Meadowvale
Anderson Erickson Dairy Finds Business Relationships Not Just Business as Usual
“When you ask me what I would tell others about General Films, I’d say they have good quality products, they listen to the customer, they help us solve problems, they react quickly, and their prices are fair. I like to say that this is a business relationship that has also become a great business friendship.”
So says Craig Colonno, Purchasing Director & Ice Cream Mix Manager for Anderson Erickson Dairy in Des Moines, Iowa. Mr. Colonno recalls his first encounter with General Films over 15 years ago: “We were dealing with another supplier that couldn’t make delivery on some of the plastic fluid bags we use. Even though we weren’t one of their regular customers, General Films got us out of a bind for several months by supplying bags that worked with our filling equipment. Frankly, I don’t know what we would have done without them stepping in.”
“To this day they ask me my opinion about new products or how to improve existing ones and actually listen to what I have to say. They appreciate and use input from those of us who have experience working with these fillers and bags.“
– Craig Colonno, Purchasing Director Anderson Erickson Dairy
“We returned to our regular supplier out of a sense of loyalty, but a few years later we went back to General Films for our bags. Soon after, we worked closely with them to develop an automated web filler that would meet our specific needs. You might say we participated in the design of that filler, and General Films was great to work with. They took me to see various fillers at other facilities and the prototypes they developed. Then they listened to what I had to say and acted on it.”
Exceeding Our Customer’s Needs
Leiby’s Dairy is a large regional ice cream mix operation located in upstate Pennsylvania. The Dairy boasts a comprehensive line-up of soft serve ice cream products to leading retail restaurants across America.
Leiby’s Dairy began working with General Films more than a decade ago with a Bag-in-Box packaging system. “General Films has been an excellent partner for us. Whenever we need support, they are quick to respond. The quality of General Films’ product offering is second to none, from their bags to filling equipment, and we could not be more pleased with our relationship,” commented Keith Zimmerman, owner of Leiby’s Dairy.
“The quality of General Films product offering is second to none, from their bags to filling equipment, and we could not be more pleased in our relationship.”
– Keith Zimmerman, Owner Leiby’s Dairy
“Over the past two years with the Covid pandemic and supply chain issues facing all businesses, General Films always responded to our needs and never once ran us out of product,” said Zimmerman. “Along with their professional and friendly customer service, General Films consistently delivers a top-shelf product with adequate lead times, allowing us to meet our customer demand.”
Let’s Create Your Success Story
If you’re ready to improve your dairy packaging, we’re here to help. General Films partners closely with each customer to deliver tailored Bag-in-Box solutions that meet real production goals.
Contact us today to start a conversation. Let’s make your next packaging decision a lasting success.
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