Knowledge Base

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...

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...

Why does Scuffing Sometimes Occur on Polypropylene (PP) Closures?

Closures are the finishing touch to your packaging for your product. However, sometimes scuffing happens on caps, which can be so impractical and blemish the look of your premium beauty product. Find out why this happens and...

Technical Commentary - What is Blooming or Weathering on Glass Containers?

A glass container may sometimes be affected by a phenomenon is known as "weathering" or "blooming” which occurs due to the presence of water on...

Container vs Closure: Managing the Gap

It is a common request when specifying primary packaging to have the cap as close as...

Do you know the different seal types?

When it comes to necks and seals and threads and compatibility do you have enough...