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The UK government’s Simpler Recycling legislation, introduced under the Environment Act 2021, aims to streamline waste collection across local authorities. The Government is looking to standardi … read more

Manufacturers play a major role in shaping the environmental footprint of the products they ship. With growing consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging options and increasing regulatory pressure, un … read more

Around the world, governments, businesses and consumers are reassessing the way packaging is produced, used and disposed of - and for good reason. The materials we choose affect everything from greenh … read more

If you’re looking to reduce your environmental impact, meet changing customer expectations and keep control of operational costs, designing sustainable packaging is a great place to start. Your … read more

As sustainability becomes a greater priority for consumers and businesses alike, many brands are rethinking their packaging. But for any business considering their margins as well as their carbon foot … read more

Your packaging has to do a lot of heavy lifting for your business - it plays a direct role in how your product is perceived, protected and delivered. When your products sit on shelves, your packaging … read more

A Guide to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is legislation introduced to improve packaging waste management in the UK. Included as part of the UK Governme … read more

  In May 2023 ASC Direct began providing a monthly donation to a local school Breakfast Club, and nearly 2 years later we are still proud to be supporting this initiative. The Breakfast Club prov … read more

In a saturated drinks market where first impressions drive sales, strong branding and packaging design have become essential to a product’s success. Whether you’re launching a health-focu … read more

  It is often important for our customers to see their brand values reflected in the packaging they use. For companies selling online, product delivery is the first and sometimes only physical to … read more

To further improve our large box manufacturing capability, we have invested and installed a new 3M gluing system. This investment in gluing technology will improve efficiency, provide greater product … read more

The right product packaging can help to create a positive impression of a brand, shaping its perceived quality and strengthening its positioning against competitors. From the moment a product is recei … read more