Creating sustainability in the plastic packaging industry has to happen over the next few years. We are aware of the demand to make lightweight materials, produce reusable or compostable alternatives.…
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HDPE Plastic Bottles High-Density Polyethylene
High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) plastic bottles are fast becoming one of the most popular packaging choices for manufacturers, retailers and consumers. As the second most commonly used polymer throug…
Sustainable Packaging Solutions
The pressure is on all brand owners to seek alternative packaging solutions that look after the environment. This can be a difficult task that can cost, and take up valuable time. With this in mind, R…
Fact or Fiction? The Plastic Packaging Journey
When it comes to plastic packaging, there appear to be many myths or misleading information about the plastic packaging journey. Interpretation of information is key, especially, as elements of the pa…
21 Amazing Plastic Packaging Facts
Plastic packaging benefits countless industries. It can help protect fragile goods, cut down on transportation costs and develop new innovations to form the next packaging idea that could change the w…
What Are PCR Plastic Bottles?
PCR is recycled plastic made from discarded items such as plastic milk and drinks bottles. Post-consumer resin (PCR) is an environmentally sustainable solution for reusing single-use materials that wo…
Environmental Breakthrough – 100% Recyclable Dispensing Pump Range
Raepak Ltd has solved one of the plastic packaging’s biggest environmental headaches. The UK based company Raepak have developed a range of dispensing pumps. These new products are now 100% recyclable…
PP Airless Packaging Now 100% Recyclable
Introducing a brand new 100% recyclable packaging solution for brand owners, has been Raepak’s number one priority over the last 6 months. With the development of recyclable cream pumps, lotions pumps…
Getting Your First Beauty Product to Market
If you’re a cosmetic fan and know your lipstick range from your compact cases, why not launch your own brand? It’s not an easy project but it is possible. There is plenty of space in the beauty indust…
Dispensing Pump Neck Size Guide.
Raepak makes it easy for you to match a dispensing pump neck size to the correct bottle. You can use our handy sidebar when browsing through online product ranges. Alternatively you can use the Visual…
Springless or springed dispensing pumps?
When it comes to dispensing pumps, you normally have two variances of mechanisms to choose from. These include: Design #1 – Spring in the ACTUATOR Design #2 – Spring in the CHAMBER These two options c…
HDPE Bottles vs Pet Bottles
PET and HDPE plastics are very popular for manufacturing bottles and jars. However, understanding why to use each plastic type is very important to many brands and some consumers. Within this article,…
The Complete Guide to Trigger Pump Sprayers
Shortly after World War II (1945) plastic manufacturers started working on different types of spray pumps using plastic materials. This allowed for diverse commercial and domestic liquids to be used c…
Raepak Launch Biopolymer Plastic Bottles to Help with the Environment
Raepak now offer a Biopolymer plastic bottle alternative to help combat climate change. These new bottles are manufactured from sugarcane waste and have huge benefits for the environment. The benefits…
The Immediate Future of Plastic Bottles is Biopolymer
As dwellers on this planet, we make a significant impression on the environment. Our precious air and ecosystem need’s to be cared for, especially as we learn that it’s not the planet we a…
The Complete Guide to Plastic Product Effects
Having ‘options’ for a final product can give you the desired professional finish you need. Targeting different market segments can affect the final look, feel and design. With this in min…
Sustainable Plastic Packaging Solutions
Sustainable plastic packaging solutions can help change the way we look at plastic waste. Although efforts are put in place to help recycle plastic. We are entering an age where technology can help pr…
Plastic Packaging – Which Plastic For What Product?
The world of plastic packaging brings with it a solution for products all over the world. Plastic can be shaped into jars, bottles, dispensing pumps, cosmetic packaging and innovating ideas that can b…
The Raepak Colour Product Matching Guide
When it comes to ‘colour product matching’ choosing the colour for your product may seem a little daunting. The colour spectrum consists of billions of colours, but which one do you choose…
HDPE Plastic Bottles Explained.
When it comes to HDPE plastic bottle packaging, you have several options to consider before deciding on what plastic to use. High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is popular for a number of cosmetic plasti…
Everything you need to know about dispensing pumps
The mighty dispensing pump is used for a number of applications throughout different market sectors. These pumps are made up of pistons, pump chambers, pump heads and collars. They can be designed to …
PET Plastic Bottles
In the current industry, there is a distinct trend towards lightweight packaging and the demand for PET bottle packaging. The interest has never been bigger, Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) packaging…