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TRULY
ECO!
• Recycled Stock, 70-100% Post-Consumer
Read the fine print! - the
EPA has mandated that federal and state government
offices use paper with 50% or greater recycled
content. Some who promise "recycled" actually
deliver as little as 10% recycled!
• Fiberboard, also recycled
• Coated & Uncoated Stocks
• Eco-Friendly Finishes
• Soy Inks
• An incredible array of Special Effect Printing
• Limitless styles & dies , pockets, foam
hubs, recycled trays
• Available for Minijackets, Wallets, Traypaks,
Boxes, and more!
• Polywrap alternatives! |
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 Unique & Custom Disc
Packaging
... think outside the box! Tired
of boring packaging? Want something as
unique as yourproject? Megalodon is the
right place. Look at some of the photos
below and you'll see what we mean!We
custom manufacture packaging to your
specs - vary the die, vary the paper,
vary the finish - goahead. Special orders
don't upset us! Choose standard or Eco
Friendly paper Stocks, Recycled & Fiberboard, High-End
Deluxe Printing Effects, Custom Die Cuts,
Creative & Cost Effective
Solutions.
 CD & DVD Replication
with a Proof Disc
...make sure it's right! Megalodon is the only manufacturer to provide a complimentary proof disc -
we do the glass mastering, set up the press, run your title, print
it, and send it to you. See the final art on the disc. Play your test
disc. It's the only way to make sure it's right. Why would you manufacture
without one?
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Go to Product Sheets: Click a heading below for disc & disc packaging product pages... |
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CD or DVD Replication with Mid-Height Tray Packaging
(Customizable, full color, reverse inside printing, offset printed, 5 inch clear trays)
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4panel Traypak,
with slit pocket & booklet |
4pp TrayPak
with Glued Booklet |
6panel Traypak, w/Slipcase & spot gloss / matte lamination
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6pp Traypak,
Glued in Booklet, reverse Inside Printing, Gold Foil |
8panel Traypaks |
10panel Traypaks |
Recycled Stock Midheight traypaks |
Eco Friendly Fiberboard Traypaks, shown with silver foil |
Fiberboard Traypaks, up to 5C printing |
 Landscape Mode / Long Traypaks, shown with companion booklet & slipcase set
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2 disc Sets; 6pp Traypack, 2 discs & slot booklet |
6pp Megatall Traypack, 4 Disc Set with slipcase, insert in tubepocket, and diecuts |
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Description: Pressed discs in custom created & fully customizable packaging.
Customizable Traypak Options:
Number of panels: 4, 6, 8 panels, etc
Folding: standard, gatefold/book, cross /plus, etc
Tray Location: midheight clear trays can go on any panel or even two per panel (see multiple disc sets)
PaperStock: coated & uncoated, Recycled (70-100% post consumer waste, Fiberboard (unbleached, no varnish) Eco-Friendly Tray Paks
Inside Literature: Booklets, Inserts, Postcards, invitations, etc placed in pocket or glued
Pocket Style: Tubes, Slits
Slipcases
Printing: Full color 4C/4C - now including complimentary reverse inside printing!
Finishes: choice of glossy or matte varnish
Special Finishing Options:
Spot UV, Spot Gloss
Matte or Glossy Lamination
Embossing (raised relief)
Foil, Die Cuts (See special effects),
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Marketing: Think of these as a modern alternative to a jewelcase. Get away from the generic plastic cases and think outside the box! These pacakges are your canvas!
They are approximately the same size, so can be used in similar retail surroundings, but are vastly more unique and far above jcs in quality. Perfect for business promo, musicians, party invitations, books, children's titles.
Things that make them even more unique: directly printed & vivid (not a generic case with paper inserts), they have texture, eco-friendly, modifcations & customizing are easy, unbreakable.
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Insider Tips: remember that these come with clear trays and you can use that in your art design (the printing shows through the tray).
- Reverse printing on the inside makes panels\ seamless & gives you a continuous art spread.
- Spot UV, gloss lamination, and matte lamination are great effects on these
- Use the paper stock options to create a texture / finish to compliment the theme of your title |
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 EcoFriendly Options: Recycled content (70-80%) and Fiberboard Stock versions allow an organic & natural look! |
CD or DVD Replication with Tall Tray Paks
(Custom full color offset printed packaging with 7 inch clear trays) |
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Tall Custom Tray, 4pp |
Tall Custom Tray, 2 Disc Set: Anna Sui Cosmetics |
Tall Custom Tray and Slipcase, 2 Disc: Imperva (Matte Finish)
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Tall Custom Tray and Slipcase, 2 Disc: (Matte Finish Lamination)
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Tall Tray, 4 pp, Pantone Color on Fiberboard |
6pp Tall Tray Pack, 2-DVD Set |
Tall Custom Tray, 2 DVD Set, with slipcase-Dispair, Inc. |
6 panel, tall traypack with diagonal literature pocket |
Tall Custom Tray and Slipcase, 2 Disc: Imperva (Matte Finish)
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Tall Custom Tray and Slipcase, 2 Disc: Imperva (Matte Finish)
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Tall Custom Tray, 10 pp, with slipcase |
Tall Custom Tray, 4pp fiberboard |
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Description: Discs in Tall Custom Tray Packaging, perfect for retail
& DVD movies. Folders are printed 4C + glossy or matte varnish and come with a clear tray. Feature Film Packaging.
Now available - directly printed 4C DigiClear Boxes!
Options:
Number of panels 4, 6, 8 panels, etc
Booklets & Inserts
Pockets, Tubes, Slits
Finishes, Spot UV, Lamination (See special effects)
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Marketing: Think of these as a modern alternative to a amaray type movie cases. They are about the same size as amaray cases, so can be used in similar retail surroundings, but are much more upscale. Perfect for movies, books on disc, business promotions (there isn't a more high-impact packaging style that tall Custom Tray Packaging). Perfect for multi-disc titles and easily expandable. Ex: Lord of the Rings uses a 10 panel Custom Tray. XFiles collection uses a 14 panel. Things that make them unique: directly printed & vivid (not a generic case with paper inserts), they have texture, eco-friendly, modifcations & customizing are easy, unbreakable.
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Insider Tips: Consider a matching slipcase to hold the package together, especially if multi-title.
- These have a great shelf presence for a retail environment and really stand out.
- Number one pick for independent films.
- Reverse printing on the inside makes panels seamless. |
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CD or DVD Replication with Mini Jackets, Wallets & Folders - Custom Options |
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2pp Minijacket -
Opera Carolina |
4pp CD Wallet - Safe Basin Harbor |
2pp Minijacket, Metallic Ink with Embossing |
2pp Jacket with
LP- style spine
Terry Kitchen
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4pp DVD Jacket
Earthdance
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8pp Folder, Foam Hub
Trivers |
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Description: Discs with minijackets, wallets, and folders. Choose from simple 2 panel envelope style to 8 panel gatefolds. Easily customized.
Options:
Number of panels 2, 4, 6, 8 panels, etc
Booklets & Inserts
Pockets, Tubes, Slits, Foam Hubs, Special Folds
Finishes, glossy, matte, embossing, spot UV, lamination (See special effects)
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Marketing: These are easily customized, printed folders. Things that make them unique: very glossy, eco-friendly, modifcations & customizing are easy, unbreakable, very lightweight (can be mailed if shrinkwrapped).
Perfect for businesses and unique audio titles, eco-packaging |
Insider Tips: The glossy coating that comes with these is gorgeous.
-Vary thumbhole styles as desired, it's free.
- Modifications are also very inexpensive to do, take advantage of the opportunity to customize.
- We call something a reco-pak when we use recycled content! |
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| EcoFriendly Options: Recycled content (70-80%) and Fiberboard Stock versions allow an organic & natural look! |
Replication with CD & DVD Self Mailers (minijacket mailers to gatefold) |
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4pp mailer jacket cfc1 address box |
4pp mailer jacket cfc1 medium thumbhole |
4pp mailer cforc |
mailer 4pp irs |
cd mailer 4pp zone1 |
notredame2 cd postcard 2pp wide mailer |
notredame3 cd postcard 2pp wide mailer |
notredame1 cd postcard 2pp wide mailer |
pop up pack cd gloss lamination earthtechTracer1 |
cd pop up pak mailer shedd1 |
4ppCardboard IRS back |
4pp mailer cforc front |
cd mailer 6pp 6net1 |
2pp mailer irs eitc |
cd mailer 6pp csi1 |
4pp mailer leadtoolsB |
4pp mailer leadtoolsF |
CD self mailer 4pp avaya3 |
CD self mailer 4pp avaya1 |
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4pp tray pk matte lamination |
4pp tray pk diagonal pocket |
4pp traypack matte lamination finish |
4pp traypack slipcase, ready for mailing |
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Description: Discs in self-sealing mailers, available in a variety of panels and easily customized for your special needs. Lightweight and easy to distribute to your clients.
Options:
Number of panels 2, 4, 6, 8 panels, etc
Seal & Peel or Zipper Pull
Tear Off Postcard
Booklets & Inserts
Pockets, Tubes, Slits, Foam Hubs, Special Folds
Finishes, glossy, matte, embossing, spot UV, lamination (See special effects)
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Marketing: These are extremely customizable printed folders. Things that make them unique: very glossy, eco-friendly, modifcations & customizing are easy, unbreakable, very lightweight, ready to mail.
Perfect for businesses and direct mailing, eco-packaging options |
Insider Tips: We can print address labels for you & apply them as well.
-Tear off postcards are very convenient for soliciting response, and fairly inexpensive to make one panel a postcard. Go extra wide if you want a traditional postcard width.
-These can also be made reusable if you it to be. |
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Replication with Specialty Jackets for CDs & DVDs & Mini Discs
- Oversized, Tall & Small |
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DVD in Pop Up Pak
Aquarium |
Tall 6pp Jacket
(DVD Size) |
6 Panel Wide jacket, with tear-off Post Card - Mongolia CD |
Greeting Card & Envelope |
Mini Disc in 6pp folder with foam hub |
Mini Disc in 4pp Wallet
Horizontal Fold |
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Description: Discs in extra tall (dvd size) or extra small (mini disc) or extra wide (landscape) and even extra-strange jackets. As with all our packaging, we custom manufacture these, so they are easy to modify.
Discs in a special 3D PopUp package - allows the discs to stand up. Unique packaging!
Options:
Various sizes- Small, Tall, Wide
Number of panels 2, 4, 6, 8 panels, etc
Booklets & Inserts
Pockets, Tubes, Slits, Foam Hubs, Special Folds, Die Cuts
Finishes, glossy, matte, embossing, spot UV, lamination (See special effects)
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Marketing: There is just no end of unique things that can be done with printed jackets. Below are some examples of extra tall, extra small, extra wide, 3 dimensional. Perfect for unique titles / invitations. |
Insider Tips: Pop-Up paks are great attention getters. We've seen these used for children's titles & parties.
-Tall jackets are great for games, sports titles, and independent films
- Extra wide panels work well with tear off postcards
- Greeting cards & envelopes are another fun option. Designed with your own data & art.
-For mini folders, note that mini discs & paper business cards are similar height |
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CD & DVD Replication with Movie Boxes
(traditional amaray style video retail cases; clear, black, slipcase sets) |
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DVD in Black Amaray Box |
Clear Frosted
Amaray Case with 2 Sided Wrap
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Super Clear
DVD Case, 2 Sided Wrap |
DVD in Amaray Box with Slipcase |
XRAY Box
Clear Case with Film Insert |
Double DVD Box (discs on facing panels) |
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Description: Discs in Amaray style dvd boxes (black or clear plastic cases) with 4C Wrap in clear overlay outside, and options for inside literature booklets. Feature Film Packaging.
Options:
Standard black boxes, clear frosted, or super-clear boxes
Booklets & Inserts
Slipcases 4C with options for die cuts, embossing, finishes (See special effects)
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Marketing: The standard for movies. Now also being used for other titles such as sports promotions (esp. with lots of video), computer titles (both cd & dvd-rom), church titles, etc. Slipcases help dress up the box and can have special printing effects such as embossing, diecuts, and finishes. |
Insider Tips: Dress these up with a 4C slipcase (this is what Disney does!) to make the title stand out from the crowd. The full color directly printed slipcase can be embossed or can have a die cut window or hot foil stamping for extra effect. Next time you're at the store, look for these and you'll see them.
- Clear Boxes are very, very effective and inexpensive. The extra cost even includes double sided printing on the outer dvd wrap (goes under plastic insert on outside of box). |
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CD & DVD Replication - Discs in Jewelcases with Inserts & Booklets |
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CD Jewelcase
Zenja |
Jewelcase
AmericanHero |
Jewelcase with
Software Box
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Superslim / Maxislim
Regions Bank |
Jewelcase-height
Slipcase
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Dual CD Jewelcase
AICHE |
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Description: Discs packaged in clear plastic jewelcases with 4C printed inserts, folders, booklets & tray cards. Includes complimentary barcode & very flexible distribution assistance for our retail clients.
Options:
Booklets & Inserts
Slipcases 4C with options for die cuts, embossing, matte or glossy finishes (See special effects)
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Marketing: The standard retail package for audio discs and some -rom titles. Jewelcases are clear plastic cases with paper inserts available in a variety of panels - from a single page to vast booklets. |
Insider Tips: Dress these up with a 4C slipcase to make the title stand out from the crowd. The full color directly printed slipcase can be embossed or can have a die cut window or hot foil stamping for extra effect. Next time you're at the store, look for these and you'll see them.
-Another way to make your title more distinct is to use a special paper stock such as recycled or fiberboard. |
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CD & DVD Replication with Retail Boxes, Software Boxes, or Portfolio Options |
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Multi Box Set |
Custom Portfolio Box |
Software Boxes |
Jewelcase with Software Box
Relaxation |
Portfolio, 2 disc with hubs, businesscard slot. |
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Description: Discs packaged in...
- Software Boxes (variety of sizes and can have discs packaged in cases, sleeves, wallets, etc and frequently have booklets as well)
- Portfolios are available in a variety of sizes and can use pockets, slits, or hubs to hold the discs. Literature & business card slits are common additions. (See special effects) |
Marketing:
-Snapperpaks are frequently used for feature films. For example, Warner brothers uses them for their titles.
-Software boxes are very popular for games & software titles.
-Portfolios are wonderful for promoting your company. Use discs as an interactive addition to your proposal. |
Insider Tips:
-SnapperPaks are wonderful for children's titles. - For extra savings, have the software boxes shipped flat.
-Hubs are a great addition to portfolios |
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Multi Disc Set Packaging (CD and DVD Multi Title Sets) |
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8 disc Custom Tray, double vertical with Slipcase |
Double Tall Custom Tray with Slipcase |
2-CD, 6PP Custom Tray
Celtic Nots Project |
3-CD wallet
Bipolar Project |
Tall Custom Tray, 4 Disc Set |
Multi Disc Binder
PowerPhrases |
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Description: Discs in a variety of popular packages especially suited to multi-disc sets. Box sets for television or movie series or games, multi-tray configurations, binders, etc.
Visit the Art Department for many design options! |
Marketing: We have an incredible array of mult-title packaging. Custom Tray Packaging are generally the favored method for 2- 8 disc. Cases such as jewelcases & amaray boxes are good for a few discs. Folders with slots, pockets, or hubs can hold up to about 8 comfortably. Binders (or mini-binders) are a great way for 8+ discs. We've seen a large increase in book on disc packaging this year, motivational speakers, esp. |
Insider Tips: Ask yourself if you will ever want to sell your titles individually. If so, consider individual packaging tied together with slipcases. |
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Bulk CD and Bulk DVD Replication: full size & mini disc & clear substrate |
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DVD Face
Cradle2Grave Proj. |
Bulk DVD5
Verisign Disc
Full Size |
Wax Museum - DVD Face (picture disc) |
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Midheight Tray Paks
