Knowledge Base

Introduction to IHS Seals - When to Use Them (and When Not To)

Induction Heat Sealing is a way of hermetically sealing a laminated disc to the top of a plastic or glass container. Done right, it provides...

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...