Product FAQ´s

Adhesive Tapes

What is the difference between PVC and Polypropylene tape?

A. Polypropylene tape cannot be torn by hand and is generally thought of as an economy option. PVC tape can be torn by hand and offers a higher level of adhesion.

Cold Working

No tape works well when in extremely cold temperatures and it pays to keep the rolls in a warmer place. However, if your boxes are going to end up in a freezer it’s best to purchase Polypropylene tape and avoid PVC.

Bubble Wrap Products

What is the difference between large and small bubble wrap?

On the whole, small bubble wrap is used to offer a greater level of protection whereas large bubble wrap is better suited as use as a void fill. In practical terms, use small bubble wrap for breakables such as TVs, crockery and paintings & use large bubble wrap for larger items such as furniture.

What are the sizes of large and small bubble wrap?

The small bubble 10mm diameter and the large 30mm diameter.

Stretch Film / Pallet Wraps

How do you use stretch film/pallet wrap?

The idea of stretch film, or pallet wrap as it is otherwise known, is that tension is used to hold multiple items together, usually to a pallet. This ensures stability of the items held, along with the benefit of being protected from dust, and to a lesser extent if used correctly, rain.

Black pallet wrap can be used to shield items from view, whereas clear or tinted pallet wrap allows users to see the items that are wrapped. Many users do not use stretch film in the correct manner. If tension is not applied to the stretch film as it is wrapped around items they are not held securely. This leads to products falling from pallets whilst being transported. The pallet wrap must be pulled taut as it is wrapped around the items.

Biodegradable Loose Fill

How does Biodegradeable loosefill protect products?

The odourless, white chips compress to form an impenetrable mould around the product, preventing it from migrating to the bottom of the carton.
The surrounding chips provide high level shock and impact protection for your goods, eliminating breakages.

Our loosefill guarantees this superior performances for all products; from delicate fine china and sensitive electronic equipment to heavy mechanical components.

Your loosefill may be 100% biodegradeable, does it perform as well as polystyrene loosefill?

Yes, if not better! Independent tests by Brunel University and the University of Humberside show that biodegradable loosefill  prevents product migration and better impact than polystyrene.

Biodegradable loosefill is made from starch. What difference does that make?

Our loosefill conforms to EN1432, making it suitable for domestic or municipal compost. It will dissolve in water, which eliminates the problem of littering. Starch is an annually renewable rescource, not a depleting resource like petro-chemical based polystyrene.

Is the production process environmental?

Yes! We use a low energy, single stage production process, compared to the multi stage, high energy process used for producing polystyrene. Our loosefill uses steam instead of pentane gas as the blowing agent.

Does it attract rodents?

No! This is a common misconception. Rentokil state “Biodegradable loosefill  will not attract rodents any more than products such as polystyrene, paper of cardboard”.

Air Filled Biodegradable Bags

Do Air Filled Biodegradable Bags film perform as well as traditional plastics?

Yes. The puncture resistance, tensile strength and air permeability of biodegradable film is virtually identical to non-degradable plastics.

Your Air Filled bags are biodegradable, what difference does this make?

Biodegradable film reduces plastic pollution and the volume of plastic going to landfill. When disposed of, our air filled bags with biodegrade within 12 to 24 months leaving no toxic residues. Conventional plastics will remain in the environment for decades, often as litter or filling up ever decreasing landfill reserves.

How does the film biodegrade?

The film uses special additives that start to degrade the material without impacting the integrity of the film. Once disposed of, the film will undergo oxidative degradation. The molecular structure of the film is altered enabling the material to totally degrade in the presence of moisture, micro-organisms and oxygen.

So how can I dispose of the air bags?

The air filled bags can be recycled in the existing plastic waste stream. The bags can also be recycled in home or commercial composting facilities.

Can I have my company logo printed on the cushions?

Yes. Show your customers that you care about the environment. “82% of U.K. consumers prefer to purchase goods and services from companies that are socially and environmentally responsible” ~ Social Market Foundation.

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