Primepac Blog

Recently, there has been a strong focus on replacing plastic packaging products with more eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives in New Zealand. Disposable plastic shopping bags are long gone, and they’ve already been banned in many other countries too.

Box cutters are a common tool used in many workplaces, and across different industries. Simple to use, they’re often used for things like packing and unpacking items or cutting through thicker materials like cardboard.While box cutters are an easy-to-use workplace accessory found in anything from an office to warehousing environments, we shouldn’t ignore that if used incorrectly they can become...

If you regularly transport fresh produce you’ll know the importance of making sure it arrives at it’s destination in the same condition as when it left. Often external factors can get in the way and keeping produce fresh can be difficult if your shipment is collected late, or the delivery schedule is running behind.

2019 was a big year for sustainability – the ban of single-use plastic bags in New Zealand that came into play in July not only had a big effect on the way people shop, but the flow-on effect from this and how many consumers now choose to shop was massive. The phase out of plastic bags was a catalyst in making people (especially Kiwis) think about what they’re purchasing, what their purchases are...

If you frequently shop online you’ll know how stressful ordering over the busy holiday season can be – will my orders arrive in time for Christmas? Will everything arrive in one piece? Your customers will feel the same way!Not only is it disappointing to receive an online order late or broken, but this can be a costly exercise for businesses, and end-users, that will then need to re-order or...

As we move to a more sustainable way of living, it’s important that businesses consider the impact their packaging has on the environment and if there’s a more environmentally friendly option available. Consumers are now also recognising the importance of recycling and would much prefer an item be shipped in packaging that can easily be recycled or reused, rather than something that just goes...

Sustainability – it’s the buzz word of the moment with more and more people looking to reduce their impact on the environment. The NZ Tourism Guide defines environmental sustainability as the concept of dealing with climate change, and effectively managing natural resources so they are available for the use of future generations. There are a number of ways we can be more environmentally...

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used to provide protection for workers and to reduce any exposure to hazards.

If you’re an employer it’s vital that you provide your staff with appropriate PPE for the job at hand. The New Zealand Health and Safety at Work Regulations 2016 state that a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU) must provide:

Strapping, also referred to as pallet wrapping, bundling or banding, is the process of applying a strap to bundle item(s) together. Strapping is used across many different industries and is commonly used when shipping large items to keep them contained while in transit. Strapping is used manually or with the aid of a strapping machine like a strapping dispenser or a sealless strapping tool.

If you order our Eco Bubble Wrap, you may be wondering – how do I recycle this? Different regions have different rules for recycling, most of which are governed by local council. However, there are a number of companies coming on board now that offer recycling options for soft plastics, on a commercial scale. In this blog, we outline some of the different options available for businesses and...