Technical Insights

The packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) scheme is about to change the economics of flexible packaging in the UK. From its second year onwards (2026/2027), the flat base fees that…

Pouch packaging has become the format of choice across food, pet care, nutraceuticals, and household products in the UK. The appeal is clear: lightweight, shelf-efficient, printable across 360°, and available…

We’ve all seen them popping up everywhere, haven’t we? Those neat little bags that just seem to stand up on their own. We’re talking about stand up pouches, and honestly,…

Lidding films are one of those packaging components that rarely get much attention, yet they do a huge amount of work. They protect the product, control shelf life, influence machinability…

The comparison between paper and plastic laminates reveals which material provides better performance for food packaging applications. Food packaging serves three essential functions of maintaining product safety and extending shelf…

Choosing the right raw materials for your plastic packaging can mean the difference between a product that stays fresh and one that quickly loses its appeal. In the competitive food…

If you are specifying a flexible packaging film, you will eventually face the same decision: laminated structure or mono-material? The answer is not generic. It depends on your product’s barrier…