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Dave's Diary

Dave will post regular updates on happenings around the world from exhibitions, film procedures, print and pre-press developments.

From Adwalton Battlefield to Packaging Pioneers

As we observe Falklands Day, we honour the spirit of resilience, bravery, and tenacity that defines this historic commemoration. Here at National Flexible, we are reminded of these values every day, given our unique location on the historic Adwalton Battlefield.

Downgauging Plastic Packaging

96% of audits carried out have offered opportunities for reducing the amount of plastic used by downgauging, or offering alternative materials which, for example, could be recyclable.

Do you know your MDOPE from your BOPE?

The packaging world really loves an acronym; PET, BOPP, EVOH being just a few examples! Now due to our search for sustainability we have even more. So, what is OPE? – Well, it’s oriented polyethylene.