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How to Pack Fragile Items Packing fragile items can be stressful—one wrong move and your valuables could end up damaged. Whether you’re moving house, shipping products, or sending a special gift, using the right techniques and materials is key. At Polymac Packaging, we’ve been providing high-quality, custom packaging solutions since 1971. With over 50 years…

How To Create a Bespoke Packing Solution? A Guide to Bespoke Packaging Solutions for Your Business In today’s dynamic marketplace, bespoke packaging has emerged as a pivotal element for businesses striving to enhance their brand identity, improve customer satisfaction, and ensure product safety. Whether your current packaging no longer meets your needs or you’re seeking…

Polymac Packaging Kowledge Hub What is an Order Call-Off Facility? Stock management and order call-off services are pivotal in the bulk packaging supply industry. They ensure operational efficiency and safeguard against supply chain disruptions. Maintaining excessive stock ties up working capital and incurs additional storage costs, while insufficient stock can halt production lines and delay…

What Is a Stock Management System? A stock management system is a software solution that enables businesses to efficiently track inventory, optimise stock levels, and streamline their inventory control processes. It is a vital part of business management, ensuring that the right products in stock are available to meet customer demand without the risk of…

Polymac Packaging Kowledge Hub How to Choose The Right Packaging Supplier Packaging isn’t just a way to deliver products safely—it’s integral to your brand’s identity and customer experience. The right packaging safeguards your goods, strengthens your brand, and can even encourage repeat business. With over 50 years of experience, Polymac Packaging is a leading UK…

Polymac Packaging Kowledge Hub What is Bulk Packaging? When it comes to packaging, businesses need reliable, cost-effective solutions that support their growth. That’s where wholesale packaging comes in. Buying packaging in bulk offers numerous advantages, from cutting costs to ensuring you never run out of essential materials. In this guide, we’ll explore how wholesale packaging…

Polymac Packaging Kowledge Hub Recycling Symbols and Codes On Plastic Packaging: Explained Have you ever noticed various symbols on plastic packaging and wondered what they mean? Each symbol, paired with a number from 1 to 7, provides crucial information about the plastic’s recyclability and the type of resin used. Some codes are widely accepted in…

Why Should We Not Ban Plastic Packaging? Calls to ban plastic packaging are growing louder in environmental circles. However, the path to a complete ban is not as simple as it seems. Recent global talks about the impact of plastic packaging on our environment show a clear need for new laws. With pollution levels rising…

What Is Transport Packaging? Transport packaging plays a pivotal role in safeguarding products during their journey to the end customer. It’s the backbone of secure and efficient deliveries. If you’re keen to delve deeper into the myriad types and benefits of transport packaging, you’re in the right place! Call Email Definition of a Transport Packaging…

Green & Sustainable Polythene Packaging You’ve heard it all before polythene packaging is harming our planet. But what if we told you there’s a way to turn this environmental villain into a hero? As of 2023, 55.8% of plastics end up in landfills (Recyclingbins.co.uk), 44.2% of plastic is recycled (Statista.com), and the UK Recycling rate…

Polymac Packaging Kowledge Hub How Plastic Is Used In the Medical Industry You’ve probably heard about the use of plastics in various industries, but have you ever considered their role in healthcare? In this article, we’re diving into the world of polyethylene plastics and their significant impact on the medical field. You’ll learn how polythene,…

What Is a Bespoke Packaging Solution? Bespoke packaging is tailor-made packaging designed to fit the distinct needs of your brand or business, enticing customers to engage with your product further. Their experience will be boosted with the help of bespoke packaging from Polymac Packaging. But what is bespoke packaging exactly? How can it be advantageous…