A manufacturer of low carbon building materials has seen a ‘huge’ decrease in plastic film consumption a year on from partnering with Kirkcaldy-headquartered Kwikpac.
Kwikpac – a specialist in end-of-line strapping, stretch film, and packaging solutions – installed an innovative pallet wrapping system and nano-layered stretch film for AG Paving and Building Products Limited last year.
The move came to help reduce the Northern Irish firm’s CO2 and plastic
consumption, as well as supporting its broader sustainability goals – with AG having won numerous awards for its commitment to sustainability.
A year on from the Kwikpac stretch machinery installation, in conjunction with advanced KwikFilm pallet wrap, AG has seen a ‘huge’ decrease in plastic film consumption by 7,079 kg per year thanks to advanced film pre-stretch capabilities and less film snapping.
Furthermore, its running costs have been slashed due to less machine downtime and less film used, saving £39,350 per year, on the cost per pallet wrapped. Per pallet wrapped, the cost has been considerably reduced by 87% – from £2.48 to £0.31.
Declan Mc Stravick, AG’s production manager has been delighted with the Kwikpac, said, “AG is continually working to improve our environmental impact and drive responsible sourcing across our operations. Our partnership with Kwikpac has been a key part of that progress.
“Their plastic packaging solutions containing over 30% recycled content and
advanced machinery helps us maximise stretch and significantly reduce film usage. The ease of ordering their strapping means we can maintain both efficiency and sustainability across our production sites.
“Considering the initial machinery costs and analysing the impact of Kwikpac’s implemented solutions, it’s clear to see the numerous benefits of automation and KwikFilm pre-stretched machine film.”
Gary Skirton, sales manager at Kwikpac, added, “We’re dedicated to driving efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Our solutions have proven to deliver remarkable results, with customers like AG achieving a staggering 16,284kg reduction in CO2 emissions in just one year.
“By downgauging to KwikFilm nano-layered stretch film and leveraging our high-performance machinery, businesses can significantly minimise their ecological footprint. As a champion of strong ESG practices, we’re proud to support like-minded customers in shaping a sustainable future across various industries.”
