Knowledge Base

What is Sugarcane Bioplastic?

Sugarcane bioplastic is widely used for skincare packaging...

What is Elephant Grass Bioplastic?

Elephant grass biopolymer is a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics...

Prevented Ocean Plastic

Prevented ocean plastic is being used more and more...

What is a Shive?

Our team get asked this question a lot...

Which is Better, Direct Printing or Clear Labelling?

When you're going through the design process for any new pharmaceutical or skincare range, this is a question that often comes to mind...

Leaking Primary Packaging - Causes, Solutions, and Prevention

To begin with, we're going to give you one bold statement from the experts: a correctly designed and specified pack should never...

It's Hot! - and PET Bottles Don't Like It

PET is a very sensitive material, which seems suprising. With the current weather in the UK being comparatively very hot, some...

How to Match a Bottle or Jar with a Closure: Neck and Closure Threads and Dimensions Explained

To get a compatible pack, for example a bottle and pump, or a jar and lid, you need to have...

Glass Packaging Defects and How to Identify Them

Defects in the construction of your glass bottles and jars are relatively rarely seen these days, with the huge improvements in quality control. However, when...