Packaging

Maintaining the quality and safety of your pet food products during shipping is not just a priority; it’s a necessity. Gel ice packs…

The integrity and safety of products from farm to table hinge significantly on maintaining the correct temperature. While it’s widely recognised that perishable…

In the intricate tapestry of global commerce, where time zones dissolve and borders blur, the role of cold chain logistics encompasses product quality…

In the intricate realm of pharmaceuticals, where each vial holds the promise of health and healing, the role of cold chain packaging has…

In the fast-paced realm of medical products and pharmaceuticals, maintaining the integrity of every product from vaccines to medication is not merely a…

Polystyrene doesn't have the best eco-credentials but it is thermally superior to many packaging materials & can be recycled when it reaches the…

We frequently see people asking questions about chilled food shipping; your most common questions have been answered here

We all look at labels on packaging day in, day out – but do we really understand what the labels mean?

When shipping food to the EU there are a lot of factors that need to be taken into consideration to make sure that…

Double-walled boxes are tough, durable & thermally superior to single-walled boxes - they can also be recycled kerbside, which makes them very desirable

Looking at the possible ramifications of Brexit on the chilled food industry, it is apparent that these could be widely felt throughout the…

A brief guide to the correct disposal of Hydropac ice packs, including the inside contents and the outer ice pack materials

We frequently see people asking questions about frozen food shipping, so here are your most common questions answered here

Product packaging is a critical element of any business, providing a silent voice to your branding. But, at the same time, it makes…

Hydro-Freeze is our revolutionary alternative for dry ice and have been engineered for use with frozen food and use a specially engineered phase…

“Filling the void” when packaging food items means making sure that the items inside the box are evenly spaced to protect them from…

We often have questions about colour matching & the Pantone system; this is key to get right as any artwork sent needs to…

Food packed for delivery needs to be kept at a consistent temperature, be well protected and shipped efficiently to ensure it arrives as…

We’ve written before about new, eco friendly packaging fillers that are being developed to replace non eco-friendly, “traditional” materials such as polystyrene or…

With increased seasonal demand comes increased risk of shortages; make sure you prepare in advance for the upcoming months!

Pharmaceuticals are extremely sensitive to fluctuations in temperature but by using the correct packaging, you will be able to maintain the cold chain…

There are many sustainable alternatives to bubble wrap, including cornstarch based and paper based protective packaging products

Protective packaging plays an important role in minimising the amount of food being wasted by offering physical protection and temperature protection!

Branded packaging is an important part of customer experience. Learn why it's so important and how to elevate your packaging here

The new Plastic Packaging Tax introduced by HMRC hopes to encourage businesses to use at least 30% recycled plastics in their packaging. How…

Packaging helps to protect a product but can also work as a powerful marketing tool. Check out the top packaging trends for 2022…

Compostable packaging which has the ability to boost shelf life of fresh produce by up to 2 weeks has been developed to combat…

Many items are recycled daily, but you may be doing more harm than good. From sticky notes to paper receipts, find out what…

Bacterial enzyme discovered in compost heap developed to break down 1 tonne of PET plastic in only a matter of 10 hours! Read…

With the increased demand for transparency on the environmental impact of food, carbon labelling is a new way to display how sustainable a…

Consumers are tied between convenience and sustainability. Will reusable and packaging kill convenience culture or will big brands make more sustainable decisions?

There’s certainly no denying that paying for a stylish printed logo can really upgrade your packaging and further your brand reach!

Thinking about shipping fresh food through the transit system? Our shipping guide helps to ensure your fresh food arrives in the same condition…

Our latest Product Spotlight is on our innovative Freshpac Polystyrene Boxes - all available with next day delivery across the range!

Single use food packaging has been targeted as one of the big eco issues the world is facing, and with the Plastic Packaging…

It’s essential that Pharma products are packaged well and sent with a reliable carrier to prevent against valuable cargo theft & incidents whilst…

Food packaging is something all of us come into contact with on a daily basis, whether it be through the post or directly…

Shipping food comes with multiple challenges; please read our guide with the best ways you can package your food to ensure it stays…

We test our products at both extreme lows and extreme high temperatures, for long periods at a time, using our in house climate…

Before you chuck your used jam jar or egg box into the recycling take a minute to think about other useful and creative…

Before you chuck your used jam jar or egg box into the recycling take a minute to think about other useful and creative…

There's big pressure on businesses to use recycled materials among their products, due to millennials and their drive to shift products to be…

Our latest Product Showcase is on our Thermal Postal Pockets. These are part of our range of cooling products designed to maintain the…

Unfortunately, soggy bottoms do quickly become parts of life in the packaging industry; here are our tips on avoiding them!

With any type of shipment there are considerations for the retailer and with food one of the biggest is how to protect the…

Internal cushioning and protective materials are extremely important to protect your goods, as well as the outer packaging and ice packs within

We're discussing the term "compostable" on our blog, and breaking apart some of the common myths that the impact compostable materials have on…

All of the shipping systems in our Freshpac range are created using food safe packaging materials, but some do have more eco-credentials than…

Globally we are moving to more eco friendly shipping options, so do foam shipping containers really have a place left in the market?

Genesis™ is the latest in our range of temperature controlled packaging systems to join our Pharmapac® range; a whole new way of delivering…

We hear that end-users complain if packaging isn't eco-friendly but then also if they have to pay extra to receive an eco-friendly equivalent.…

It’s been a while since we had a look at our flagship products side by side, so here goes - EnviroCool v Recycle-Air…

Digital printing has developed quickly over the last two decades, with early printing presses first hitting the market in the 1990s

Whilst we know we’ll never be able to supply 100% domestic recyclable packaging across the range (well, not as long as there’s demand…

It is definitely more eco friendly when you place a bulk order rather than buying in small quantities, both from a manufacturing &…

Shipping pharmaceutical products is more complex than ensuring they are well protected during transit. If drugs and vaccines are exposed to adverse environments,…

EnviroCool® is now officially trademarked!! We’ve seen massive success with our environmentally friendly flagship solution and being able to put the ® symbol…

Drug packaging comes in many shapes and sizes and is selected based on the type of medicine, its form and how much of…

We’re recapping the worst kept secrets in the packaging industry, including Happy Meal boxes and those little cups you use to put your…

Over 90% of vaccines must be handled and stored correctly, at the right temperature, with no deviation from the proper cold chain at…

Reuse is just one of EnviroCool®'s Eco-credentials, alongside being organic, biodegradable, compostable, recyclable and even vegan-kind. Read on for some great reuse ideas

Bigging up your packaging eco-credentials can score points when it comes to influencing purchasers, so it’s important to make these clear from the…

Cardboard. One of the most commonly used paper-based products in the world, with a hugely versatile range of applications. From boxes to cards,…

Aluminium is an extremely versatile material and ticks the recycling box easily. Why then are more and more manufacturers in the packaging sector…

Envirocool® is the latest in our range of environmentally friendly packaging, the first to market that ticks ALL of the eco-boxes you can…

Pre-assembled packaging has a lot of merits, but is it time for it to move over and make way for self-assembly packaging that…

As with all our product line up, our latest liner, Recycle-Air, comes with its own set of reuse options. It does not have…

We have many environmental issues to face up to as we move into 2019; plastic in our oceans, raising further awareness of correct…

Polystyrene has a bad rep, but we're here to tell you differently. Not only can it be reused, it can also be recycled…

We talk about “Phase Change Materials” or PCM on our website and products a lot, but what actually are they, and why do…

We’ve seen the word “biodegradable” popping up a lot of late! It sounds good, but it is really just a better way of…

Here at Hydropac we supply both compact packaging that you assemble upon receipt/requirement (such as our Reflective Air Bags ) and rigid, pre-assembled…

There are many well known food brands that we recognise purely on the strength of their logo and packaging; knowing the brand and…

Come and see us at Foodex 2018 on Stand E188 - we're there 16-18 April 2018 exhibiting our temperature controlled packaging and our…

Personalisation for the Nation: digital print options with no setup costs or tooling make branding a far more attractive proposition than ever before!

With the UK target set to recycle 65% of urban waste by 2035, and the estimation that still over half what ends up…

If you're looking for a temperature controlled packaging solution that will cut your costs, save on space and provide the same protection as…

Hydropac have addressed the best ways to reuse, recycle and reduce the amount of waste we produce in a number of ways

As of January 1st 2018, one side of our ‘standard’ stock ice packs will carry accreditation logos as they have been proven to…

We’ve decided to put our Polystyrene Boxes to the test against our Reflective Air Bags to see which really takes the cake (literally!)

4 foodstuffs you may not think require temperature sensitive packaging, but they do...read on to find out more!