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In order to tackle what is being nicknamed as “throwaway culture” nearly all retailers, small or large could be made to charge 5p for plastic bags under proposed government plans.
All retailers in Wales and Scotland were already made to charge 5p for plastic bags when the rule first came into formation in 2015, however, in England, it was only retailers that employed more than 250 workers. Continue reading “All shops set to charge for plastic bags”
Companies that ship their products understand the importance of protective packaging.
The hazards that are associated with poorly protected products extends beyond the loss of time and money. In order to ensure the product makes it to its destination securely, there a number of steps to follow to make sure the product makes it into your customer’s hands the way it was intended.
Continue reading “What protective packaging do I need for my products?”
Any business that ships products has to understand the importance of protective packaging.
The issues associated with poorly protected products extends beyond the loss of expenses and time. In order to make sure that your product arrives at its destination in an acceptable condition, there are four factors that will need to be evaluated as a part of the production process.
Continue reading “Why Do I Need Protective Packaging for My Product?”
Using the correct packaging is crucial as it acts as a protector of the product that is its contents.
Not only that, but packaging is the encasement of products that can provide information, security and marketing benefits.
Continue reading “Why Is the Correct Packaging so Important?”
Packaging tape is an essential for warehouses, and being one of the products Fretfoil supply, we compiled a ‘how to’ guide.
Unbeknownst to many, when using packaging tape, you will need to consider the right sort to use for the job. The colour variation of between clear or brown backing has no affect on anything other than the presentation of your goods – it’s mainly the quality of the backing and adhesive type that counts.
New cardboard boxes and general purpose applications: The most suitable packaging tape for this job would be one that has a synthetic rubber adhesive. For general purpose applications, use a natural rubber adhesive.
Cool conditions, plastics and recycled board: Requiring packaging tape for cooler conditions, or for plastic materials such as bubble wrap and for recycled cartons, the best packaging tape would have an acrylic adhesive for these sorts of conditions.
Export or heavy duty requirements: Any critical applications will need a premium tape as the thickness provides that reassurance of a strong, resilient adhesive.
Making it stick
Did you know that all packaging tapes need to be activated by pressure?
To activate the adhesive, wet it out so it sticks, run your hand firmly over the tape after is has been applied to the surface, enabling the best chance of gripping to the surface.
Dispensing
To get the best use of your packaging tape, and to save time, obtain a dispenser.
There are a variety of styles available depending on what job is being executed and where.
For general work, pistol grips are more suitable, where as tear-drop dispensers fair well when working in tight places.
Know the weather
Weather conditions can actually play a part in affecting the packaging tape that should be used on your products.
Summer: Naturally, many tapes will struggle in humid weather conditions as the moisture content in cardboard will affect the stickiness of the tape. Opting for a tape with a natural rubber adhesive should be something that won’t be an issue in humid weather.
Refrigerators: When working through a freezer, keep in mind to tape products outside the freezer/refrigerator before proceeding to place it inside the cooler conditions.
There are specific cold temperature taps that can be used, also those with acrylic adhesives will provide the best results.
Using the correct supplies for packaging tape can make the execution easier as well as saving time and money.
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When sending items through the post, the worry of transporting your items in a secure manner is always at the back of your mind. You want to ensure that the item arrives in prestige condition, so here are some things to keep at the front of your mind when packaging your items:
Using a corrugated box as a form of packaging is a good idea
Note: These tips are general guidelines. We can’t be held responsible if your item is damaged in transit.
Bubble wrap is probably one of the most conveniently useful inventions known to man. When it was invented in 1957, bubble wrap was conceived as one of the coolest ideas of its time. Even to this day, it’s still widely used to keep fragile items protected during transport to different locations. Bubble wrap still has numerous other functions though, as you can use it for warmth in winter, cushioning on hard surfaces and much, much more!
Surprisingly, you can used bubble wrap for insulation for your windows! When the cold winter sets in again, simply cut windows sized layers of bubble wrap and gaffer tape them onto the inside of your windows! They will give an extra layer of warmth, as well as saving you money on your fuel bills in the face of the cold. You can always draw your curtains or consider lowering your blinds to reduce the notice levels.
Your outdoor container plants can be kept warm with a nice layer of bubble wrap. This allows for protection from winter frost damage, as plants can offer suffer in the winter. Be sure to wrap each container with a protective layer of packaging and again use gaffer tape or string to fix the wrap into place. Make sure that the wrap extends up and over the top of container by a couple of inches to ensure that the soil will be kept warm all winter.
Camping trips can be difficult at times, mostly due to the uncomfortable night’s sleep that some may experience. Take a roll of bubble wrap and use it as a mat for your sleeping bag to rest on. If you don’t use a sleeping bag, which some campers don’t, fold your bubble wrap in half and gaffer tape the sides up. This will make your very own makeshift sleeping bag, built for comfort!
You can use bubble wrap to cushion those uncomfortable chairs that you sit on in the garden. Seats and benches can all be extra cushioned with bubble wrap, it’s magical! Stretch a length of the product along the furniture for a more comfortable outdoor experience.
The drawers that hold your sensitive foods, like fruit or other various produce can be lined with bubble wrap. This will make sure that the food isn’t roughly knocked about in storage, prevent bruising. It also allows for easier cleaning too – just throw the bubble wrap away!
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