Quad Seal Pouches vs Flat Bottom Pouches: Which Is Right for Your Product?
Ask ten packaging buyers what the difference is between a quad seal pouch and a flat bottom pouch and you will get ten different answers. The two formats look similar…
Technical Insights
pEPR Modulated Fees 2026: What Flexible Packaging Buyers Need to Know
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…
Why Pouches Fail: Common Causes of Leaks, Bursts and Delamination
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…
Stand Up Pouches: Your New Favorite Packaging?
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 for Trays: Structures, Seal Layers and Typical Applications
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…
What Are the Real Advantages of Flexible Pouch Packaging?
Ever wondered what’s driving brands to replace simple packaging with flexible pouch materials? Do you want a way to pack your product that keeps it safe, supports sustainability and draws…
Paper vs Plastic Laminates: Which Is Best for Food Packaging?
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…
What Does a Flexible Packaging Solution Mean for Your Brand?
The term flexible packaging solutions is everywhere in today’s packaging industry, but what does it actually mean in practice? For many food producers, pet food manufacturers, supplement brands and retailers,…
How to Select Right Material for Flexible Plastic Food Packaging
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…
Laminated vs. Mono-material Films: Which Flexible Packaging Solution is Right for You?
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…