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Printed Logo Buckets Now Available in Low Quantities

For the first time, we are offering plastic buckets with printed logos in quantities less than 1,000. These logo buckets are ideal for small and medium sized businesses which are looking to make a long term investment in their brand by distributing buck…
Here at H&O we are always trying to drive innovation and find the next big thing. We think our latest product offering stands to be very popular among smaller companies,… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/printed-logo-buckets-now-available-in-low-quantities/

Making battery recycling containers

An example of how we can rise to any bespoke challenge presented to us!
H&O Plastics are involved in many aspects of the plastics industry, beyond the pure manufacturing of plastic buckets and containers. As we are more of a bespoke… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/making-battery-recycling-containers/

Guide to buying buckets online

Buying anything online can be a hit or miss affair, if you don't do your homework. The same applies to buying plastic containers and buckets. Not all manufacturers are equal.
There are, of course, many options for buying plastic buckets online. However, many of these companies are actually importers and distributors, rather than genuine… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/guide-to-buying-buckets-online/

New targets for recycling plastic.

At H&O, we maintain a keen interest in how we can keep our industry greener and more sustainable. Here's an update on the governments latest recycling targets for local councils.
Here at H&O we are dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible solutions in terms of our brand new plastic containers, designed and manufactured for every… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/new-targets-for-recycling-plastic./

Plastic containers manufacturer's investment stimulates growth

H&O Plastics continued investment in the future has reaped real rewards, establishing the company at the forefront of plastic container manufacturing.
Thanks to a steady programme of growth and expansion over the last two years, H&O Plastics are beginning to reap the rewards and further cement their position as one of… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastic-containers-manufacturers-investment-stimulates-growth/

Spotting food pails from non-grade containers.

Differentiating between a run of the mill plastic container and a food grade one is not always that straightforward, but it can matter.
We have written about food pails and food grade plastic containers previously, especially as it is an area many customers are justifiably concerned with. Caterers - or even… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/food-grade-plastic-containers-how-can-you-tell/

Plastic Containers Manufacturers And Their Processes

We all recycle plastics in our day to day lives, but don't often think about what goes on once we've stuffed our wheelie bins full with our waste.
I doubt there's a corner of the globe that hasn't seen plastic containers. Because most industrial and domestic packaging is manufactured using plastics, they are… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastic-containers-manufacturers-and-their-processes/

Why plastic containers manufacturers use plastic

Most containers produced these days are plastic, but what are the advantages of using plastic over metal and wood?
Back in the dim and distant past, buckets were only ever made of metal and even wood. Obviously metal is sturdy but its also expensive and wood, well…."There's a hole in my… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/why-plastic-containers-manufacturers-use-plastic/

Large plastic buckets - key buying criteria

There are certain considerations when purchasing plastic buckets, and size can affect those considerations.
Obviously, being a top UK supplier of large plastic buckets, we'd always maintain that contacting a reputable and knowledgeable company such as H&O Plastics should be your… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/large-plastic-buckets-key-buying-criteria/

Food grade plastic pails and containers - seven main categories

A rundown of the 7 main categories of plastic food grade pails.
It takes a specific manufacturing process and type of plastic to ensure that a run of the mill plastic pail or container becomes a a food grade one. The plastic must be much… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/food-grade-plastic-pails-and-containers-seven-main-categories/

Your guide to dealing with plastic pail manufacturers

Finding the right company to provide your business with plastic pails is not just a matter of price. We list the main considerations before you buy.
Many industries in Britain require plastic pails and containers to package and transport their goods. But, before you approach any of the UK's plastic pail manufacturers,… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/your-guide-to-dealing-with-plastic-pail-manufacturers/

What are UN containers? (Part 3) Other tests.

The third part of our overview of UN testing. Beyond the drop test, there are other tests that a container must undergo before it can be UN certified.
Although drop testing is one of the most intensive tests that containers must undergo, it is no more important than the other stages in determining UN standards. Stacking Test… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/what-are-un-containers-part-3-other-tests./

What are UN containers? (Part 2) The drop test.

Part 2 of our series of articles on UN containers looks at the testing procedures, notably the drop test.
The containers are tested in the "as for shipment" condition, with four key tests for them to undergo: the drop test; the stacking test; the leakproof test; and the… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/what-are-un-containers-part-2-the-drop-test./

What are UN containers? (Part 1)

The first part of a simplified explanation of what constitutes a UN certified container.
As of 1st January 1991, any dangerous goods that require transportation by either international marine or international / domestic air transport must be in packaging that displays… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/what-are-un-containers-part-1/

Plastic container manufacturing – a growth market

The global packaging market could reach $820 billion by 2016, according to their report “The Future of Global Packaging to 2016.” A huge part of this growth will be in plastic packaging and containers, which is great news for manufacturers.
Pira international, the worldwide authority on the packaging, paper and print industry supply chains, claims the global packaging market could reach $820 billion by 2016,… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastic-container-manufacturing-a-growth-market/

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