Most of us frequently use plastics however we never know about the science behind using these plastics. For instance we all love potato chips. However how many of us really know which gas is filled inside the packets of these delicious chips and why the chips have been packed in such a manner. Well today we will be sharing some exciting but unknown facts about the science of plastic packaging. Potato Chip Bags – Many of us complaint that although the potato chip bags seem to be filled with lots of chips however when we open them up it turns out that we were wrong. But does any of us know that inflating these bags ensures that we get the chips as fresh as it was at the time of packaging. More importantly the gas filled inside these bags is not oxygen by any chance. Instead it is nitrogen. One of the main reasons for this is that oxygen can react with the chips packed inside and can make them soggy. And none of us would like to eat soggy chips for sure. In order to further ensure the freshness of the bags, these also have thin aluminium coating on […]
Why You Should Use Cardboard Boxes For Moving?
Moving your household stuff is a tough task as you have to take proper care of the materials and at the same time the packaging should be easy to handle. Cardboard boxes are your perfect companion when it comes to moving heavy materials. These boxes are widely used for storing goods and after that delivering them to the destination. Moving house boxes are easy to carry and handle, you can safely transport all kinds of raw materials and fragile goods. How To Buy Right Cardboard Box? Here are some tips you should follow in order to buy the best cardboard box for your moving needs. 1. While buying the boxes, do check the material for its reliability. The cardboard boxes are made of corrugated fiberboard, paperboard and card stock. The material you select must be solid enough to carry the goods properly. 2. The choice of boxes also depends on the mode of transport and nature of goods. 3. Nature of material plays a crucial role here. For small sized materials you should use small cardboard boxes and for moving wardrobe you can use wardrobe garment boxes. If you are planning to transfer the stationary then book wrap boxes are […]
Eco-Friendly Packaging For Luxury Goods
People are getting more and more environmentally conscious and as a result, luxury brand manufacturers are switching to environment friendly packaging techniques. Previously, the focus of packing goods, especially the luxury items was primarily on the degree of attractiveness. Using a variety of materials, colors and chemicals, packaging was made brighter and bigger in order to impress the customer. However, the modern consumer is much more aware then we were a decade ago. Lifestyle choices in every household are getting more sustainable and the consumer packaging industry is equally affected. Packaging manufacturers are switching to Eco friendly materials even if it costs them extra. It is not true anymore that prestige brands and consumers are just concerned about the looks and are indifferent to the environmental impacts. They understand that the package is just meant to give a beautiful cover and further to protect the item. As such, they are more concerned with the quality of the content rather than the package it comes with. At the same time, technology has helped evolve several Eco friendly alternatives to packaging materials like plastic, paper, etc. A prime example would be the leading fashion brand, Gucci. Gucci has launched a drive […]
20 Things You Can Reuse And Recycle [Infographic]
You’ve heard of people recycling everything from cardboard boxes to old papers and clothes. Recycling is an important process to be discussed if we are serious about making our planet green and pollution free. This infographic revolves around some of the creative tips you can follow to reduce the amount of stuff you throw away. Start reusing and recycling everything in life and reduce your carbon footprints.
Trends That Are Driving Changes In Packaging
Product packaging is going to look a lot different in a few years of time. The important questions here are whether it will be able boost sales or ruin the brand image, will it be interactive and use bio-based materials and whether all packaging will have NFC chips in them. Right now, nothing can be said for sure but following the trends, the same packet will be a lot different in say, next five years. Packaging has always been a crucial aspect of manufacturing and has created business advantages in promotion, sales and shipping. Modern shoppers however see packaging as a supportive element that either protects the content or just makes it easy to carry. The highly complicated and attractive designer packaging that we had a decade ago have silently faded away. Today consumers want packaging that is small and easy to open. Environmental concerns too are a great factor that is bringing about a change in packaging practices. Even luxury brand like Gucci is switching to Eco-friendly packaging materials. Among the several drivers to changing packaging trends, here are the top 8 reasons: Emerging Markets: Previously only Western Europeans and North Americans were considered to be the biggest consumers […]
