Louise Bentata

As responsible manufacturers, the Synpac brand is committed to minimising the environmental impact of the packaging products we supply.  We recognise the importance of continuous innovation to develop high performance films aimed at reducing packaging weight, and exploring new polymers to maximise the recyclability of our products. The multi-layer barrier films which are used in …

Food and industrial packaging remains in the spotlight. With so much focus, we want to highlight how plastic is not only a versatile material for a range of uses but it also has benefits in terms of sustainability. Fact #1: Grapes sold in sealed trays have reduced waste in stores by more than 20% Food …

Simon Barton, Palagan’s Managing Director, explains how Palagan are setting themselves up for success in 2018. The plastic packaging industry has been under scrutiny over the last six months. This focus on change is being driven by the media, Brexit and other structural factors. I recently celebrated 31 years at Palagan with an interview with …

The year has just begun and a great deal has already happened in the plastics industry. Theresa May made a stand around stamping out ‘avoidable plastic waste’ within 25 years, plastic micro beads have been banned in the UK and China have banned the importation of plastic waste. Palagan Managing Director, Simon Barton, shares his …

Protective, transit packaging is essential for the safe and efficient transport of goods from the factory to the warehouse, the worksite, or the e-commerce customer’s doorstep. The rapid growth in e-commerce sales and distribution is likely to drive a staggering 25% growth in transit packaging by 2022. As polythene is often the best material to …

Our Synpac black backed vacuum pouches are now more in demand than ever, helping our customers add style and value to their fresh produce. Originally aimed at the fresh meat and poultry markets, the concept has also been well received by cooked meat, cheese and fish processors. The pouches offer added value impact with their high …

We are pleased to announce that Synpac has retained the BRC Certification to the highest “AA” grade status. Certification to the BRC standard is widely regarded as representing the highest level of production and management controls for companies involved in the manufacture of packaging. Our grade “AA” status is the highest certification level and is testament …

Fill speed, bale shape and pallet stability are critical for efficient animal bedding production. Palagan make polythene bale bags and baling films that tick all the boxes. They enable fast production, great shaped bales and efficient palletisation – all in a puncture resistant material that reduces waste and the need for repacking. Animal bedding businesses …

The popularity of convenience meals has driven demand for pouches with separate compartments to create a complete meal solution as well as offering the benefits of complementary products all in one convenient pack. Fresh products such as meat with sauce, fish or steaks with complementary flavoured butters, a wide variety of cheeses, deli products or …