Welcome to
Vortex Packaging
We are an award winning produce packaging designer and supplier to growers across North America.
We are proud to offer industry leading, environmentally sustainable solutions in fruit and produce packaging. Vortex was acquired by its current owner in 2007 to design plastic packaging and promote the sale of Niagara grown fruit through improved retail packaging. As a result of our deep industry expertise and the success of our innovative packaging we have since expanded to serve many of the best growers on the continent.
We understand the needs of growers…
We’re growers too!
VORTEX understands the produce
packaging needs of growers.
Vortex President Phil Short is a grower himself and is also the owner of NBF Produce Ltd., one of Niagara’s Produce Shippers. Since 1972, Phil has represented and marketed tender fruit through established relationships with major corporate chain stores. He applies this knowledge and experience to create innovative packaging solutions tailored to the needs of producers in Canada and the United States.
One Shop, one stop… for all your packaging needs
Don’t spend your time chasing after multiple suppliers. Focus on what you do best, running your business, and let us handle the rest.
From initial consultation to final delivery, Vortex can manage your complete packaging requirements, saving you time and money.
Label Design
Stand out on store shelves with professional label design that promotes your brand, and gets noticed.
Product Design
Our innovative, and award winning package designs are custom tailored to the needs of your business.
Manufacturing
We work with some of the best manufacturers in the industry assuring the best quality, price and turnaround.
A future with biodegradable plastic is in sight!
At Vortex we share your concerns about the waste generated from packaging and it’s affect on the environment.
That’s why we are integrating new technologies such as cost-effective, easy-to-use biodegradable plastic products. We are truly excited to help lead sustainable food packaging in a positive direction, returning
packaging back to humus and supporting landfill energy recovery.
We provide innovative packaging solutions to some
of the best growers in North America
“Okanagan table-grape growers association has been working with Vortex since 2013, in that time Phil has been a pleasure to work with. Always accommodating, helpful and quick to resolve any issues or concerns. We would highly recommend Vortex packaging. Thank you Phil for your exceptional service.”
Okanagan Table-Grape Growers Association