Cyclops Yoghurt Has One Eye on Success with Chadwicks Fri, Mar 18, 2011 12:56 CET An innovative lids company has produced eye-catching, bespoke lids for the Greek yoghurt inspired natural foods range, Cyclops. Leading lids manufacturer Chadwicks has translated an unusual blue-eye design into an appealing lid for Serra Natural Foods’ new Organic Premium Low Fat Cyclops yoghurt. The eye design incorporates the ‘blue pearl’ in the pupil – a highly significant symbol in spiritual practice and one that the company says reflects its commitment to sustainability and organic produce. Chadwicks has provided 100.5mm aluminium foil lids that are printed four colour UV Flexo to
Chadwicks Set For Rapid Market Growth Following £2m Investment Fri, Mar 11, 2011 12:39 CET Leading flexible packaging manufacturer Chadwicks Shrink Sleeves has invested over £2m in new lines to secure its pan-European position. In a market that is set to grow rapidly from 2011 to 2015, together with a trend for shorter runs, Chadwicks has set out to become one of Europe’s largest niche shrink sleeve providers. The bulk of the investment has gone into new equipment, including a new DCM seaming machine, DCM cut singles machine and a state-of-the-art, high-speed MPS UV Flexo press with Gravure station, offering all the latest technology at Chadwicks’ UK site in Bury, Greater
Chadwicks' Luna and Lara Shrink Sleeves Are Fit For A Prince Fri, Oct 29, 2010 16:35 CET LUNA AND LARA’S SHRINK SLEEVES ARE FIT FOR A PRINCE Luna and Lara Pure Spring Water has been given a design fit for royalty, thanks to shrink sleeves manufacturer Chadwicks. Innovator in shrink sleeve technology, Chadwicks, has created three fun, eye-catching designs using the brand’s twin characters ‘Prince Tabby’ and ‘Princess Tara’ to appeal to children. The sleeves are printed eight-colour UV Flexo on 50 micron film, providing a vibrant quality look for this exciting new range. Produced by Eauvolution Ltd, the water is available in three flavours – Strawberry, Apple and Pure Natural
Chadwicks Gives Pina Colada Sweet New Sleeves Wed, Oct 27, 2010 13:55 CET Leading shrink sleeve manufacturer Chadwicks has given Manchester Drinks’ Pina Colada a sweet new look to make it stand out from the crowd. Innovators in shrink sleeves Chadwicks has created a modern, bright sleeve for the cocktail from Manchester Drinks, which blends pineapple, banana, coconut and white rum to create a ready-mixed version of the world-famous cocktail. The sleeves are printed using six colours UV Flexo on 50 micron film and a high opacity white was developed to minimise transparency. Mike Kelly, Account Manager at Chadwicks Sleeves, said: “It is always rewarding to work
VAN DER WINDT LAUNCHES FULLY COMPOSTABLE BIO-CUP TO UK MARKET Fri, Oct 15, 2010 14:14 CET Van der Windt UK has made an exciting addition to its extensive range of biodegradable products by launching a fully compostable bio-cup range to the UK market. The ‘Enjoy the World’ bio-cups for hot and cold drinks are 100 per cent compostable and have been developed in conjunction with sister company Van der Windt in the Netherlands. The raw materials used to manufacture the cups, including all inks and coatings, are fully biodegradable as certified in accordance with the DIN CERTCO composting standards. The new range, distinguishable by the seedling logo and design, forms part of a
VAASSEN PRODUCES EASY-TO-OPEN LID FOR LUXURY GÜ DESSERT Wed, Sep 29, 2010 18:23 CET Leading European aluminium foil packaging specialists Vaassen Flexible Packaging has created a special easy-peel lid for sealing to glass containers. Vaassen has created a new uniquely designed aluminium laminate lid for a range of premium desserts produced by Gü. The luxury chocolate dessert maker has become extremely popular across the globe since its launch in 2003 and it is now estimated that a Gü dessert is eaten somewhere in the world every two seconds. Vaassen Flexible Packaging was commissioned by Gü to create an all-new exciting silver foil lid with one-colour black printing to
SMOOTH SLEEVES FOR HERBERTS ICED COFFEE Tue, Sep 28, 2010 16:14 CET Herbert’s Fairtrade Iced Coffee has been given a look as smooth as its contents thanks to leading shrink sleeve manufacturer, Chadwicks. Innovators in shrink sleeves Chadwicks has created a contemporary new sleeve for Metro Drinks’ Herbert’s range of bottled iced coffee, which is perfect poured over ice or straight from the fridge, at home or for people on the move. The sleeves are printed using seven colours UV Flexo on a 50 micron film, with a surface printed matt lacquer finish to give the sleeve a premier look and more tactile feel. Herbert’s Iced Coffee is available in two flavours,
Cats Haensel provides new twist wrap concept for Turin’s luxury chocolates Tue, Aug 31, 2010 15:09 CET A new range of luxury liqueur chocolates is enjoying the benefits of a fresh packaging concept thanks to leading twist wrap manufacturer, Cats-Haensel Flexible Packaging. Internationally renowned Mexican luxury chocolate manufacturer Chocolates Turin Mexico appointed Cats-Haensel to introduce a fresh twist wrap concept for its new range of luxury liqueur chocolates. Working with some of the biggest brands in the global drinks industry, the chocolates are filled with a wide range of well known liqueurs, including Malibu and Kahlua. Cats-Haensel Flexible Packaging, a leading provider of
CHADWICKS MAKES APPOINTMENT TO ITS SLEEVES OPERATION Mon, Aug 23, 2010 13:06 CET Leading shrink-sleeve manufacturer Chadwicks has appointed packaging expert Mike Kelly as Account Manager. Mike will be responsible for managing the company’s existing accounts and exploring a number of business development strategies for Chadwicks’ sleeves division, which is part of the Flexible Packaging Division of the Clondalkin Group. He will also be involved in raising Chadwicks’ profile to add more customers to the firm’s already-impressive portfolio. Mike has 25 years’ experience in the packaging industry, including working in both the production and sales departments of several
CHADWICKS ADDS SOME SPICE TO BIGMEX LIDS Wed, Jul 28, 2010 10:44 CET Leading pre-cut lid manufacturer Chadwicks has spiced up the lids for Westler Foods’ BigMex Dips, part of its Mexican snack food range. Chadwicks has redesigned the lids for BigMex dips by Westler Foods Ltd to give the product an updated look that will appeal to all Mexican snack food lovers. Printed six colour UV flexo on a 40/40 Aluminium PE foil with random grub embossing, Chadwicks has created various designs to correspond to each of the four flavours – Sweet Chilli, Soured Cream, Salsa and Cheese. The 70g pots are available as part of a wider range of snacks including sauces and a