Flexible Film Collection Bag Trials

Flexible Film Collection Bag Trials Sorted. Simple. Ready for 2027.

Support your transition to kerbside flexible film collections with containment solutions designed specifically for local authorities preparing for the March 2027 requirements.

Built around the proven insights from the FlexCollect trials, Cromwell’s Flexible Film Collection Bags help councils capture and contain flexible plastics efficiently, reduce contamination, and encourage higher resident participation.

Reliable, durable and easy to integrate into existing recycling services, they are practical solutions designed for real world collections.

Designed for Successful Flexible Film Collections

Flexible plastics present unique collection challenges. Lightweight materials can escape containment, contaminate recycling streams and create handling difficulties for collection crews.

The Flexible Film Collection Bags have been developed to help overcome these challenges with clear, dedicated containment solutions households can trust and crews can handle confidently.

Key Benefits

Capture and Contain Flexible Plastics

Reduce loose film contamination and prevent lightweight materials escaping during storage, presentation and collection.

Support Higher Participation Rates

Dedicated, clearly identifiable collection bags help residents understand exactly how to present flexible films for recycling.

Built Around Proven Trial Learning

Developed using the operational insights from the FlexCollect trials to support practical, scalable kerbside collections.

Easy Integration Into Existing Services

Designed to work alongside current recycling operations with minimal disruption to crews and collection infrastructure.

Tough, Durable Construction

Manufactured using a thick, strong film designed to withstand outdoor storage, handling and adverse weather conditions.

Secure Tie Handle Design

Integrated tie handles support easy carrying, secure closure and reliable containment throughout the collection journey.

Why Containment Matters

Containment is not simply about holding waste. The right sacks become part of the service itself.

Well designed Flexible Film Collection Bags can help local authorities:

• Reduce contamination within recycling streams
• Improve material quality for downstream processors
• Increase public confidence in the scheme
• Support consistent resident behaviour
• Simplify collection operations for crews
• Deliver clear guidance directly at the point of use

Printed messaging, colour coding and visual guidance can also reinforce resident education every time the bags are used.

When containment is planned correctly from the start, collections become simpler, cleaner and more effective.

Plan Early for 2027

With mandatory flexible plastic packaging collections approaching, many local authorities are now entering the critical planning and procurement phase.

Early procurement provides time to:

• Trial collection approaches locally
• Educate residents and collection crews
• Integrate flexible films into existing services
• Avoid supply pressures closer to the 2027 deadline
• Build confidence ahead of full rollout

Working with a UK based supplier like Cromwell Polythene provides trusted product quality, secure lead times and experienced support throughout implementation.

Supporting Resourceful Waste Management

Cromwell Polythene helps support the collection of millions of tonnes of recyclables annually through practical containment solutions designed for local authority services. Our approach focuses on resourcefulness, reliability and straightforward operational performance.

We understand that successful recycling systems rely on practical products that work effectively for residents, collection crews and processors alike.

Speak to Our Team

Planning your flexible film collection strategy for 2027?

Talk to Cromwell Polythene about flexible film containment solutions designed to support cleaner collections, lower contamination and improved participation.