Compostable bags are made from materials that can be composted in an organic waste environment. Unlike plastic, these are made from natural materials like coffee grounds, cornstarch, or vegetable oil. Our compostable liners are manufactured from Ecopond® biodegradable plastic, using starch and lactide-based derivatives of plant sources, these products are fully compliant with the European … Continued
We always aim to make the buying experience the most streamlined and efficient it can be, fitting to the customer’s needs whilst supporting their economic and environmental goals. One way we are doing this is by encouraging efficient ordering through the means of full pallet optimisation. Full Pallet Orders Ordering in full pallet quantities or … Continued
Compostable bags, liners, and packaging have become increasingly popular over the past few years, with brands and companies now using them as a plastic/polythene alternative. Compostable liners have also become more widely recognised in a home environment too, as more and more local authorities are introducing separate food waste collections. Approx 50% of local authorities … Continued
From humble beginnings back in 1983, our 40 years in business have enabled us to see and experience the waste and recycling sector evolve through new developments, industry reforms and recycling as a whole becoming more accessible. Cromwell actively keeps up with these changes and is continually reviewing and improving product offerings and services to … Continued
As we near the mid-point of the year, 2023 is already set to be a momentous one for Cromwell Polythene. Alongside product innovations and supporting Insulate Ukraine, we are also celebrating the milestone achievement of 40 years in business. James Lee, founded Cromwell Polythene back in 1983 at just 20 years old, since then James … Continued
It is hard to believe we are already almost halfway through the year, with the weather getting warmer and the nights getting lighter, this year seems to be flying by. It is time to take a moment and think about the last time you replenished your stock levels, if it was back in the Winter, … Continued
Last month, Cromwell was delighted to be invited to be on the panel of the World Biogas Expo, as a keynote speaker. Held at the NEC on March 29th and 30th, our Commercial Director Alex Lee took to the stage, speaking on the topic of food waste. The presentation was titled ‘Food Waste – Polythene … Continued
As the season change and we delve into the spring, there is one clean-up campaign that draws our attention year after year, this is the GB Spring Clean. The campaign is described as the Nation’s largest litter pick, run by environmental charity, Keep Britain Tidy. This annual clean-up is now in its 8th consecutive year … Continued
Now celebrating its 8th year, Keep Britain Tidy’s ‘GB Spring Clean’ is back and bigger than ever for 2023. Each year, the campaign grows as more individuals, companies, and groups decide to join the nationwide litter pick. The clean-up campaign is run for over 2 weeks, this year from 17 March to 2 April. During … Continued
Waste is produced each and every day, in a variety of different forms and environments, and it is our job to ensure this is handled in the correct way. In our homes, working environments, and even on the go, waste is likely to be produced, food waste, packaging, dry mixed recycling, and the list goes … Continued