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# [Growing Together: Millcraft Welcomes Protective Packaging Products (P3) to the Family](https://blog.millcraft.com/millcraft-welcomes-protective-packaging-products-to-the-family)

 Written by [Carol Quade](https://blog.millcraft.com/author/carol-quade) | Oct 15, 2026, 8:55:53 PM

**Millcraft expands its protective packaging capabilities with the acquisition of Louisville-based P3, strengthening its ability to serve automotive and industrial customers.**

We're excited to announce another milestone in Millcraft's continued growth! Millcraft has officially acquired **Protective Packaging Products (P3)**, a Louisville, Kentucky-based company specializing in custom corrugated and protective packaging solutions.

This acquisition represents an exciting step forward in our commitment to growing our packaging business, expanding our capabilities, and delivering innovative, value-added solutions to our customers.

## **A Strong Partnership Built on Shared Values**

Founded in 2001, P3 has spent more than two decades building a reputation for exceptional customer service, reliable solutions, and a commitment to making its customers' operations easier.

Specializing in the automotive and industrial markets, P3 brings extensive expertise in customized protective packaging, along with a customer-first approach that aligns closely with Millcraft's own values.

"P3 is a natural fit for Millcraft and where we see our packaging business going," said Travis Mlakar, CEO of Millcraft. "They have built their business around exceptional service, reliability and finding ways to make their customers' operations easier. Those values align extremely well with how we approach our own customer relationships."

As a fourth-generation, family-owned company, Millcraft understands the importance of building lasting relationships, honoring commitments, and investing in long-term success. These shared principles create a strong foundation for the future of both organizations.

## **Expanding Our Protective Packaging Capabilities**

With the addition of P3, Millcraft is strengthening its ability to deliver specialized packaging solutions designed to protect products, improve efficiency, and support the evolving needs of manufacturers.

P3's comprehensive product and service offerings include:

- **Custom Corrugated Packaging:** Tailored packaging solutions designed to protect products throughout handling, storage, and transportation.
- **Returnable Packaging:** Reusable packaging solutions that support efficient material handling and transportation.
- **Protective Packaging Materials:** Polybags, polyfoam, bubble bags, and other materials that help safeguard products.
- **Value-Added Assembly:** Specialized assembly services that provide packaging components ready for use.
- **Inventory Management:** Proprietary software that provides visibility into customer inventory and supports efficient replenishment.
- **Just-in-Time Delivery:** Responsive fulfillment capabilities, including same-day delivery, to help customers keep operations moving.

One of P3's key differentiators is its specialized assembly operation, which completes approximately **3,000 to 5,000 assembled parts each week**. By providing ready-to-use packaging components, P3 helps customers streamline processes and reduce operational complexity.

Combined with its proprietary inventory management capabilities and responsive service model, these solutions have helped P3 achieve an impressive **customer retention rate of more than 95%**.

## **A Commitment to Quality and Reliability**

P3's dedication to quality is another important strength it brings to the Millcraft family.

The company maintains an **ISO 9001-certified quality management system**, reflecting its commitment to consistent processes, continuous improvement, and dependable service.

This certification is especially valuable within the automotive and industrial markets, where precision, reliability, and quality standards play an essential role in successful operations.

By combining P3's specialized expertise and established processes with Millcraft's broader product portfolio, supplier relationships, sales organization, and distribution network, we're creating new opportunities to deliver even greater value to customers.

## **Building on What Makes P3 Successful**

While this acquisition opens the door to new opportunities, preserving what makes P3 successful remains a priority.

P3 will continue operating as its own entity from its existing Louisville facility, maintaining the specialized processes, customer relationships, and responsive service model that have defined its business.

"Our goal isn't to change what makes P3 successful. It's to give the team additional resources and opportunities to grow," said Mlakar. "With Millcraft's broader product portfolio, supplier relationships, sales organization and distribution network, we see tremendous potential to expand the value we can provide to both P3 and Millcraft customers."

This approach reflects Millcraft's long-standing commitment to supporting the people, partnerships, and expertise that make each business successful.

## **Looking Ahead: More Solutions, More Opportunities**

For more than 100 years, Millcraft has continued to evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers. From our roots in paper distribution to our expanding presence in packaging, graphic arts, and beyond, our focus has remained the same: providing exceptional service, dependable solutions, and meaningful partnerships.

The addition of P3 marks another important chapter in that journey.

Together, we see tremendous opportunities to expand our reach within the automotive and industrial markets, introduce specialized protective packaging solutions to new customers, and strengthen the comprehensive packaging capabilities available through Millcraft.

Most importantly, we're bringing together two organizations that share a commitment to doing what's right for their customers, employees, and business partners.

**We're excited to welcome the entire P3 team to the Millcraft family and look forward to building a stronger future together!**

### **Discover More About Millcraft's Packaging Solutions**

From custom corrugated packaging and protective materials to innovative solutions that support your business operations, Millcraft is committed to helping customers find the right solutions for their needs.

**Visit** [**www.millcraft.com**](https://www.millcraft.com/) **to learn more about our products, services, and growing capabilities.**

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