As 2021 draws to a close, we want to take the opportunity to look back over the last 12 months, and celebrate what we as a business, alongside our fantastic customers, have been able to achieve. From protecting threated rainforest and supporting our charity partners, to launching new, innovative, planet friendly packaging products, we have a lot to be proud of. We can’t thank our customers enough for joining us along our sustainability journey; we truly couldn’t do it without you all. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at our year in numbers…
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It's no secret that plastic packaging products are causing a huge environmental issue for our planet. Despite it being a highly versatile material, every single piece of plastic that has ever been made is still in existence in some form and with only 9% of all plastic being recycled, it’s time to ditch the single use plastics in favour of something more sustainable.
When it comes to choosing plastic free packaging, it can be overwhelming, but the simplest swaps can make the biggest difference. Plastic packing tape is a non-recyclable, single-use plastic that reduces the recyclability of cardboard once applied, destroys the biodegradable quality of cardboard and can reside in our environment for hundreds of years after disposal. So switching to a more planet-friendly option is a no-brainer and it’s easier than you might think.
Gummed paper tape, or water-activated paper tape as it’s also known, is an extremely eco-friendly packaging product that can help drastically improve the sustainability of your operation. But why should you use gummed paper tape and how does it work?
Gummed paper packing tape is a paper based tape with a starch, water activated adhesive. Differently to self-adhesive tapes, gummed paper tape must be activated with water before it can be applied to any box or packing material. To effectively use gummed paper tape in your operation you must use a gummed paper tape dispenser. This ensures that the tape is passed through the water reservoir, sufficiently wetting the tape ready for application. Gummed paper tape cannot be used with standard packing tape guns, so finding the right water activated paper tape dispenser for your needs is as important as finding the right tape. Once the tape has passed through the water reservoir within the gummed tape dispenser, all you have to do is apply to your cardboard box, or other packing material to create a secure seal - it's as easy as that.
How is gummed paper tape planet-friendly?
Gummed paper tape is the ultimate planet friendly packing tape. Fully recyclable, biodegradable, plastic free packing tape that is made entirely from paper and eco-friendly, starch based adhesive. Not only is the tape itself super eco-friendly, it doesn’t impact the recyclability or biodegradable quality of the cardboard it is applied to. Due to the recyclability of the tape, you do not need to remove it from cardboard sheets or boxes before recycling; saving you time and effort and saving the planet too.
How does gummed paper tape create a strong seal?
Creating a strong seal for your packing boxes is a must, and with gummed paper tape, you’re guaranteed a reliable, permanent closure. The starch, water-activated adhesive on gummed paper tape penetrates into the lining of cardboard boxes, creating a robust and permanent seal that is tamper and pilfer resistant. Sealing your packing boxes with water-activated paper tape actually enhances the strength of durability of your boxes, increasing the stack-ability of the cartons, whilst also keeping goods safe and secure.
How does gummed paper tape increase efficiency?
Optimising your packing operation can hugely increase efficiency and productivity, particularly during busy periods. Gummed paper tape is typically stocked in long run rolls, such as 100m, 200m or even 300m long rolls. This can help decrease time spent changing rolls and ensure that packing operations are running for longer before changeovers are needed. Additionally, gummed paper tape can be used with electronic dispensers to deliver the correct amount of pre-moistened tape for your box; dramatically decreasing time spent measuring and dispensing tape.
So, no matter your initial reason for switching to gummed paper tape, you truly could be saving the planet with every parcel when using water activated tape; not to mention saving yourself time and effort during your packing process. It’s everyone’s responsibility to protect the planet, and packaging swaps is the easiest place to start. If you need any further information or help to make your operation as planet-friendly as possible, get in touch - we’re here to help!
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We're extremely proud of our Priory Elements products, and are continually looking to expand our ranges, offering our customers planet-friendly alternatives to their favourite packaging supplies. Designed with the environment in mind, our sustainably made and responsibly sold Priory Elements packaging helps to minimise the use of new materials, prevent biodegradable waste by-products, and ensure you can easily recycle after use.
Priory Elements EcoBoxes™
Our new range of Priory Elements EcoBoxes™ are postage optimised and quick to assemble. Featuring a peel and seal closure, there is no need for packing tape - ideal for reducing packaging waste. The integrated tear open strip means a fuss-free opening for customers too. Ocean-friendly and 100% plastic-free, our EcoBoxes ™ are made from sustainably sourced, recycled materials.
Priory Elements EcoPaddedMailers ™
These lightweight, protective Priory Elements EcoPaddedMailers™ are ideal for safely sending a range of products the eco way. Offering a plastic-free, planet-friendly alternative to bubble lined bags, the protective inner is made using paper instead of a plastic bubble lining. So, once finished with, there is no need to separate, simply place the whole EcoPaddedMailer™ into paper and cardboard recycling. Requiring no tape, instead these paper mailers have a peel and seal strip, making them 100% biodegradable and the perfect sustainable packaging solution.
1% For The Planet
As part of our promise to work towards a more sustainable future, we are partnered with 1% For The Planet, meaning that 1% of every sale of across all of our Priory Elements ranges goes towards environmental charities at no extra cost to our customers. Shop now and package your products in packaging that protects the elements.
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Cardboard boxes are the ideal option for a great variety of packaging needs. With over 200 sizes and styles of boxes available, we thought why stop there?
With an ever-expanding range of packaging products, we want to ensure that there is an option to suit you.
We have 18 new sizes of single and double wall cardboard boxes added to our range - these are a perfect low-cost packaging solution, made from high-quality corrugated cardboard that offers robust product protection.
Made using eco-friendly materials, our range of cardboard boxes are fully recyclable, sustainable, plastic-free, biodegradable and compostable - Shop now and ship your products in packaging that is great for the environment.
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Did you know that the majority of people come into contact with a dangerous phenol-based chemical, commonly known as BPA, pretty much every day? Bisphenols and phenols are popularly used in the paper industry as a colour developer in coatings on thermal papers, such as receipts and packaging labels.
Research has shown small dose exposure of some phenols can lead to various heart problems such as high blood pressure and even heart attacks, and long-term exposure has been linked to multiple health effects such as prostate and breast cancer. Not only do phenol chemicals cause health issues, they are also extremely damaging to the environment as they can’t break down fully and instead result in microplastics, which are ingested by wildlife, remaining in our oceans and environment forever.
Our new Priory Elements Ecolabels are completely phenol-free and work in just the same way. Suitable for direct thermal and water-based flexography, with a high sensitivity, natural vitamin C based thermal coating that provides your labels with great, long-lasting colour and print, without the hazardous properties of BPA.
Made from eco-friendly materials, they are FSC Mixed Credit Certified, recyclable and 100% plastic-free.
Head on over to our help & advice centre article to find out more about our phenol-free thermal labels and read up on the damaging effects that phenol chemicals have on our health and the environment.
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Looking for environmentally responsible packaging made entirely plastic-free? Then our new planet-friendly additions are perfect for you, providing excellent paper alternatives that help remove the need for single-use plastics from your supply chain.
Naturally biodegradable, our Eco-Friendly Garment Bags are made from FSC® Certified Paper and provide weather resistant protection to your clothing products preventing damage from humidity, moisture and dust. Highly durable, these plastic-free garment bags are designed to withstand their shipping journey and are the ideal alternative to poly garment bags; giving you all the benefits of traditional garment bags, without the environmental damage.
A decorative paper void fill that offers a truly unique design - Spiro Pack Void Fill takes up 80% less storage space than crinkle shred. The contiguous cut spiral creates a no dust no mess paper void fill solution that both looks the part and plays the part in protecting your products and the planet.
Both curbside recyclable and sustainably sourced, these products are a great eco-conscious option for packaging that cares for the Earth. So why not browse our new ranges today and ditch the plastic for good?
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We know that keeping both goods and the planet protected is important, that’s why we’re excited to introduce the innovative and adaptable range of Flexi-Hex products, providing the ultimate sustainable packaging solutions.
Completely eco-friendly, these Flexi-Hex additions are 100% plastic free, biodegradable and recyclable, carbon neutral and sustainably sourced - great for continuing on that journey to going green.
Easy to assemble, compact, and flexible, customers can choose from a range of multiple sizes designed to benefit them and their products.
From premium bottles and cosmetic goods, to electronic items and sports boards - The Flexi-Hex design guarantees protective packaging solutions to suit a wide variety of products.
Flexi-Hex provides a premium gifting experience that is sure to impress.
The Flexi-Hex Drum and Slender offer great protective bottle packaging solutions. Or create your own kit using the Bottle Kit Components.
Protect a variety of sized surfboards using the Flexi-Hex Boardsports packaging or opt for the Flexi-Hex Air for lightweight protection to products such as homeware and electronics or beauty and cosmetics.
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Peak season has arrived and sales via online ecommerce retailers are increasing, so we want to ensure that you’re getting the most out of us and achieving the highest commission rate with every purchase. With the holiday season approaching and tighter Covid-19 restrictions coming into place, more and more people are turning to online shopping - particularly first timers.
We have a great range of packaging products that are perfect for attracting new customers and first time purchases; and we offer a higher commission rate - 7.5% - for first time customers coming through our Awin channel. So make sure you’re doing everything you can to achieve that high commission rate with our product promotions and offer codes.
ColomPac CP020 Book Wraps are the perfect packaging solution for sending a wide range of goods. Featuring pre-creased depth grooves to ensure a snug secure fit around your items, and peel and seal strips for speedy packing and despatch, these wraparound mailers are the ideal efficiency increasing product. Constructed from robust cardboard with reinforced edges and strong corners, these book wraps minimise postage costs while providing maximum security and reducing your impact on the environment. Enjoy 10% off CP020 book wraps with the code COLOMPACWRAP valid until 31st December 2020.
Perfect for sending, storing and protecting documents, posters, prints or any other kind of rolled paper, postal tubes are a versatile, reliable packaging solution. Available in narrow, standard, wide, triangular and trapezium style, we have a postal tube product suitable for your every need. Recyclable, biodegradable and made from sustainable sources, postal tubes are an excellent eco-friendly choice that are perfect for all kinds of despatch operations.
Sealed Air Mail Lite bags are a great addition to any pack and despatch operation, be it large or small. Ideal for sending a wide range of goods, these lightweight bags keep postal costs down whilst the aircap bubble interior offers ultimate protection for your items. Designed with recycling in mind, the Sealed Air Mail Lites are easy to separate, meaning recycling the inner bubble bag and outer paper has never been easier. Available in 10 popular sizes, we have a Mail Lite to suit your requirements. Enjoy 5% off Sealed Air Mail Lite bags with the code MAILLITE-5 valid until 31st December 2020.
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When it comes to packaging, sometimes simple is best; and you can’t go wrong with a cardboard box. Versatile and robust, this packaging classic is ideal for protecting a wide range of goods in transit or during storage. But finding the perfect size can sometimes be tricky, that’s why we’ve added an additional 10 sizes to our offering – ensuring you find the perfect packing carton that ticks all your boxes.
Whether you need single wall for everyday despatches, or double wall for added protection, our range of standard packing boxes has everything you need. As well as being an efficient packaging solution, our cardboard boxes are also super eco-friendly. Made from sustainably sourced materials, they are biodegradable, recyclable, compostable and plastic free; cardboard really is king.
To find the perfect cardboard box for you, check out our range today, and be sure to use our Search By Size feature to make choosing the ideal size even easier.
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Ditching the plastic and going green has never been easier; say hello to our brand new Grass Paper Mailing Bags!
Yes, that’s right, these paper mailing bags are made entirely from grass; a renewable, fast-growing material that is locally sourced, natural, and planet-friendly. Not only are our grass paper mailers 100% compostable, 100% recyclable, biodegradable and plastic free, the manufacturing process uses significantly less water and energy than that of standard paper, totalling a 75% decrease in Co2 emissions; making them the most eco-friendly packaging solution on the market.
With the same life-span and features of the popular kraft paper mailing bags, but with more eco-credentials, our grass mailers are an excellent planet-friendly packaging choice for pack and despatch operations. Featuring a strong block bottom and gusseted sides to perfectly package all your bulky, voluminous, non-fragile goods as well as an easy to use peel and seal adhesive strip for fastpacking, these grass paper mailing bags are a reliable solution that ticks all the eco-friendly boxes. Made carbon neutrally from sustainable materials, our gass mailers are a 5/5 on our eco score; the ultimate planet-friendly packaging choice.
Can you believe grass can do all that? Stocked in 4 popular sizes that are perfect for a variety of needs, be sure to check them out today and see how they can take your eco-friendly operation to the next level.
Make The Swap Today
You may think that you need to totally overhaul your whole operation, but even the smallest of changes can have the largest effect. If you need help making the switch to more eco-friendly products, or if you need advice about what kind of eco-packaging is right for you, then head over to our Eco-Friendly Packaging Page and Help & Advice Centre for all the latest products and articles.
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It's that time of year again where new car registrations are being released and everyone wants to get their hands on a brand-spanking-new '20' number plate.
The increase in sales isn't the only good news if you sell number plates; we've got the perfect product which ensures they're exceptionally well protected and delivered safely.
Number plate sized Bubble Lined Bags are specifically designed for securely sending number plates; made with an extra strength oyster kraft paper outer for all-round reinforced protection and better puncture and tear resistance. The bubble wrap interior has a high slip coating to make packing quick, easy, and snag-free to keep your despatch operation running smoothly.
We offer mix and match savings across our full range of 2200 packaging products, same day despatch before 5pm and free delivery on orders over £250. We're running other great promotions exclusively on our affiliate programme, offer 10% commission for new customers, as well as free next day delivery on orders over £250 - if you haven't already, join us today!
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Packaging sale! Polypropylene strapping on offer Was £25.40 NOW £22.85 per coil - offer expires 31st March 2020
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Packaging sale! Polyester strapping on offer Was £72.60 NOW £65.36 per coil - offer expires 31st March 2020
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When it comes to packaging, we are all striving to find
eco-friendly, plastic-free alternatives that continue to offer the best
protection for our goods without compromising on quality. And as your packaging
supplier of choice we want to make sure we are doing all we can to ensure you
are using the most environmentally friendly, sustainable packaging
possible.
That’s why we are
continually adding to our ranges and stocking new, innovative packaging
solutions that help reduce the impact that packaging has on the environment and
work towards eradicating plastics for a greener future.
The ideal eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic lined bags, our Priory Elements Eco Padded Envelopes are made entirely of paper and glue - no plastic included! Made from recycled materials, these paper padded bags are recyclable, biodegradable, plastic free and compostable, making them the ultimate eco postal packaging solution.
Featuring a honeycomb-effect inner lining, these bags offer an excellent level of protection to your goods, ensuring they arrive safely with your customers, whilst the kraft paper outer creates a rustic, eco-friendly finish - helping you convey your eco message. Stocked in 6 popular sizes, shop the range today and pack your way to a plastic-free future.
Reduce your impact on the environment by sending your goods in our plastic-free, recyclable, biodegradable fluted envelopes. Made completely from paper and glue, these envelopes feature a corrugated inner material that offers just the right amount of protection to non-fragile goods and are lightweight enough to keep postal costs to a minimum. Stocked in 6 versatile, popular sizes, our Ecolopes are the ideal plastic-free alternative to traditional plastic lined bags. Check out the range today!
Make The Swap Today
You may think that you need to totally overhaul your whole operation, but even the smallest of changes can have the largest effect. By simply swapping your postal packaging to one of our plastic-free alternatives, you are working towards eliminating your businesses’ plastic consumption and helping to reduce the amount of plastic that ends up in our environment. See what simple swaps your business can make and find out more about how you can go plastic-free.
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ColomPac packaging is renowned for creating innovative, efficiency-focused, premium packing solutions that are used by thousands of eCommerce businesses and despatch operations.
We offer mix and match savings across the whole ColomPac range, same day despatch before 5pm and free delivery on orders over £250. We're running other great promotions exclusively on our affiliate programme, offer 10% commission for new customers, as well as free next day delivery on orders over £250 - if you haven't already, join us today!
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We're offering a free tape gun with your first 36 roll box of Priory Elements Eco Tape with the code ECOTAPE. Made from paper, this eco-friendly packing tape is fully recyclable, biodegradable, made from sustainable sources, and is completely plastic free.
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Terms: The 10% discount is only valid for new customers placing first orders. Enter code WELCOME at the checkout and the 10% discount will be automatically applied to your basket (excl. VAT). Expires 31st December 2019 11:59pm and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or negotiated agreed pricing. Free delivery given to first orders over £125 (excl. VAT), new customers only, delivery to UK mainland orders, see Delivery page for full T&C’s.
Terms: The customised tape offer is only available on polypropylene and self-adhesive tape for up to 2 colour print. Offer expires 31st October 2019 11:59pm and cannot be in conjunction with any other offer or negotiated agreed pricing.
Terms: Get a free RAJA football with orders over £300, excluding VAT and delivery costs, one per person and one per order, while stocks last. Second offer, enter the prize draw to win a football table, no purchase necessary. Both promotions expires 7th July 2019, please see site for full terms and conditions.
Terms: 50% off Quick Pack Postal Boxes - New Design excludes VAT and delivery and is only available on reference CLB4. Offer expires 30th June 2019 11:59pm and cannot be in conjunction with any other offer or negotiated agreed pricing. While stocks last.
OFFER 1: FREE AirWave void fill pillow machine when you buy 10+ film rolls - New customers only - Expires 30th April 2019
Terms: The AirWave promotion is only applicable for orders of 10 or more rolls of AirWave Void Fill Pillow Rolls. References include: AWC100, AWC150, AWC200, AWQ4, AWQ8 and AWB100. Only 1 machine (AWM) is available per order. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or negotiated agreed pricing. Valid until 30th April 2019. Subject to availability.
OFFER 2: 3 months FREE rental on packaging machines
Terms: The rental offer is only applicable to these packaging machines and systems and valid once per customer on new machine rental orders only. Minimum 12 month contract applies. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or negotiated agreed pricing. Valid until 31st August 2019. Subject to availability.
