Kempner
We have the UK's largest and most comprehensive range of shrinkwrap machinery and materials.
We have the UK's largest
and most comprehensive
range of shrinkwrap
machinery and materials.
Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene, also known as BOPP film, is a thin, plastic film that has been stretched both mechanically, and also manually using a cross direction technique. Due to its advantages, this film has become very popular and is a highly regarded film used across the globe. This film can be found in many day-to-day […]
PVC shrink wrap is one of the most commonly-used packaging material in the world thanks to its light-weight, inexpensive, multi-purpose capabilities. The type of material you choose can be dependent on a variety of factors, including the type and shape of the product you need to protect, how delicate it is and whether or not […]
Packaging is very important as it is not only the sole protector of your product, but it also can double up as some very effective marketing, if you get it right. Not only that, consumers look for an indication from packaging that they are making the ‘right choice’. This, in itself, gives a lot of […]
You may assume that investing in a shrink wrap machine is unnecessary for your business. However, they are a product we sometimes take for granted. With such a multitude of functions and uses, finding the purpose of a shrink wrap machine is simple; we’ve created a list of the top reasons why your company could […]
Polyethylene is the most popular and commonly used plastic in the world, used in shopping bags, toys and shampoo bottles. There are over 100 million tonnes of the material’s resins produced annually, which accounts for 34% of the plastics market. Following on from our blog post about the advantages and disadvantages of polypropylene, in this […]
Companies that produce, use or sell packaged goods are obligated to follow packaging waste regulations set out by the UK government. These regulations are in place to reduce the packaging waste that ends up in landfill and ensures packaging fulfils the essential requirements.
Polypropylene is considered the steel of plastics due to its versatility; it can be modified in countless ways to suit multiple applications. It has become the second-most widely produced plastic in the world. When it was first made in 1951, its popularity soared within six years, and today is the material of choice for manufacturers […]
A common sign of poor packaging is damage to the product. Whether it is the primary or secondary packaging, if it is not durable enough to withstand the conditions it faces along the line, it is not likely the product will reach the consumer in good condition. This can be costly to manufacturers, who could […]
As we’ve mentioned before, food packaging is crucial for your business. Good food packaging entices the user to buy your product, protects it from damage, makes it easier to transport long distances, and increases its shelf life. Knowing your ideal packaging strategy and how to develop it, then, is vital for a successful business. In […]
With less than three weeks to go until the 29th March deadline, there is less certainty than ever about the outcome of UK-EU negotiations. Whether we leave the EU on Theresa May’s deal, go without a deal, or extend article 50 further, there will be consequences for businesses across the United Kingdom. The food packaging […]
