The Impact of the Plastic Packaging Tax
According to Gov.uk, “You will need to pay Plastic Packaging Tax if you have manufactured or imported plastic packaging components which ...
Blown vs Cast Stretch Wrap: What Are the Differences & Benefits?
Stretch film (or stretch wrap) is a plastic film typically manufactured from Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), and is used for pal...
EPR; What is it and What Does it Mean for Producers of Plastics?
EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) has existed since the early 1990s but was only introduced in the UK in 2023. With new changes bein...
Clinical Waste Bags – What Do the Different Colours Mean?
If you produce clinical waste in the UK, you need to dispose of it in accordance with UK law. Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990...
Packaging Plastic in a Circular Economy
“Society needs to stop thinking of plastic as ‘waste,’ but as a renewable resource that needs to be disposed of correctly”
Helen Jor...
What Is Polythene Sheeting and Where Is It Used?
Polythene itself was discovered by accident in 1933 by two scientists Eric Fawcett and Reginald Gibson. To this day it remains the world'...
Glossary of Polythene Related Terms
The following are a range of terms which you may encounter within the polythene industry.
Construct Zero – Reduce Your Carbon Footprint With Polyflex
Here at Polyflex, we want to work to create a zero-emissions construction industry. We believe that by providing the right products to th...
What Is Single Wound Sheeting (SWS)?
Single Wound Sheeting (SWS), or flat film, is a type of polythene sheeting that is used for a variety of applications, including as a mac...
Is Polythene Recyclable?
The recyclability of plastic has long been a hot topic. For sure, the way in which the world currently uses and consumes plastic is not s...
Plastic Packaging Tax: Everything You Need To Know
In April 2022, the plastic packaging tax came into force which will impact not just companies who operate directly within the plastic pac...
A Complete Guide To Shrink Wrap
Shrink wrap is one of many great ways to protect and transport items. It’s strong, durable, and tamper-resistant.
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