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MONTEREY, TENNESSEE — April 8th, 2026 — Cold Corr of Monterey, a newly formed corrugated sheet producer and sister company of Cumberland Container, based in Monterey, Tennessee, has become the first company in the United States, third in the world, to order Interpac's patented cold corrugation technology. The milestone marks a significant step forward for the independent converting industry, bringing an innovative sheet production process to the American market for the first time.
Interpac's patented cold corrugation technology, an in-house, innovative, eco-friendly manufacturing process that produces corrugated board on a smaller scale without steam, high temperatures, or energy-intensive heating is uniquely suited for independent sheet converting plants.
Recently, Interpac's Chief Operating Officer Dale Harris and Operations Manager Colin Shaw traveled to Monterey to meet with Cold Corr leadership, tour the proposed installation site, and begin the planning process for the corrugator's positioning and layout.
Mark Jared, Director of Cold Corr of Monterey, commented:
"We are excited to be the first to bring cold corrugation technology to the United States. After visiting machines in operation in Germany and Canada, Cold Corr is convinced this technology will be a tremendous asset to independent converters. Having Dale and Colin here was an important first step in getting the positioning and layout of our cold corrugator right.
Cold Corr will serve Cumberland Container as a primary customer, alongside other specialty converters, delivering high-quality flat sheets and specialized corrugated products in a reliable and timely manner. As Cold Corr's anchor customer, Cumberland Container will benefit from a dedicated, proximate supply source — allowing it to continue growing its business and expanding into specialty products. Cumberland Container is already looking forward to receiving the first sheets Cold Corr produces."
During their visit, Dale and Colin toured the Cumberland Container facility, viewed the proposed Cold Corr installation site — which will operate as a dedicated, independent space within the Monterey location — and discussed logistics and the delivery process with Cold Corr leadership. While Cold Corr and Cumberland Container share a facility, the two companies operate as separate legal entities in a commercial supplier-purchaser relationship.
Dale Harris reflected on the visit:
"It was extremely interesting to tour the Cumberland Container facility and see the level of investment the company has made in its equipment over the past seven years. Establishing Cold Corr is a bold move — not many companies can say they are the first in the United States to bring new technology to market. Interpac is very much looking forward to manufacturing and installing their cold corrugator and getting it up and running."
Tennessee hospitality was, by all accounts, excellent, and Interpac looks forward to a strong working relationship with Cold Corr of Monterey as the project moves forward.
Cold Corr of Monterey is a newly established corrugated sheet supplier headquartered in Monterey, Tennessee. As the first U.S. company to acquire Interpac's patented cold corrugation technology, Cold Corr produces high-quality flat and specialty corrugated sheets for independent converters. Cold Corr operates as an independent commercial entity, supplying Cumberland Container as a primary customer alongside other specialty sheet converters
Cumberland Container Corp. is a privately held corrugated sheet converting facility founded in 1968 in Monterey, Tennessee, and one of the most capable independent packaging manufacturers in the Southeast. Over more than five decades of continuous operation, the company has grown to encompass over 250,000 square feet of manufacturing space and has assembled one of the largest collections of modern converting equipment in the region — serving customers across diverse industries and markets throughout the United States. With significant capital investment in recent years, Cumberland Container remains committed to growth, innovation, and the community it has called home for over half a century. The company currently stands as the largest private employer in Monterey, Tennessee, and the establishment of Cold Corr of Monterey, LLC — a sister company introducing the first cold corrugator of its kind to the American market — reflects that same forward momentum and dedication to expanding its capabilities.
Interpac is a UK-based engineering company specialising in innovative corrugated board manufacturing technology, with a particular focus on sustainable production solutions. Its product, the Interpac 1250 Cold Corrugator, is designed to deliver high-quality, exceptionally flat corrugated board without the need for traditional heat-intensive processes. By eliminating steam and significantly reducing energy consumption, Interpac’s technology supports manufacturers in lowering operational costs while advancing their net zero and environmental targets.
With a strong emphasis on performance, efficiency, and print-ready board quality, Interpac’s solutions are particularly well suited to modern packaging demands, including high-resolution digital printing and short-run production. The company combines robust engineering with practical industry insight, offering customers reliable, future-focused equipment that aligns with evolving sustainability standards. Interpac continues to work closely with partners and clients across the packaging sector to drive innovation and support the transition towards more environmentally responsible corrugated production.
Media Contact: Amber Jared
Email: ajared@cumberlandcontainer.com
