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Views, commentaries, opinions and packaging industry updates from the world of Southgate.
Southgate Upgrade Portal Shopping Experience
Business and News
|Southgate have upgraded its portal to the latest software to enhance the online shopping experience. Magento 2 provides a better customer experience along with a more streamlined checkout and improved security. Benefits include: 24/7 purchasing with access to agreed contractual prices Real-time stock availability 3pm cut off for next day delivery Credit card payments accepted …
Paper or Plastic?
Sustainability
|The continued debate of paper vs plastic has dominated the industry for the majority of the past few years and remains high on the agenda as we enter 2022. With the global climate change conference COP26 having just passed and the Plastic Packaging Tax taking affect from April, the debate is predicted to gain even …
Sustainable Transit Solutions
Sustainability, Transit
|All types of packaging for transit – either shipping boxes or cartons are often manufactured from cardboard or corrugated board. They’re designed so that goods reach their intended recipient without damage. As well as boxes, transit packaging also covers other key areas such as edge protection and pallet wrapping. This priority for packing and …
ISO 9001 Certification
Business and News
|Southgate are pleased to announce the recertification of ISO 9001. What is ISO? ISO 9001 is the international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS). ISO is used to prove capability to continuously provide products/services that meet customer and regulatory requirements. ISO can be used by small or large organisations, regardless of …
Southgate Launches 3PL Exchange
Business and News
|3PL Exchange is a new online search facility launched by Southgate Global in partnership with Shoothill. It has been designed to help UK operators searching for warehouse space. The database, created by Southgate Global, is free for anyone to access online and is a response to the recent demand for warehouse space and struggles businesses …
New: Water Activated Tape Case Taper
Water Activated Tape
|Southgate have launched Xtegra Tegrabond Water Activated Tape Case Taper. Water activated tape (WAT) is quickly becoming the carton sealer of choice for many within the order fulfilment sector. Features include: There are two case tapers available – uniform & random The random case taper automatically adjusts for each random sized carton processed The uniform …
Energy Efficiency
Sustainability
|With climate change concerns growing, the term energy efficiency has become a popular word for environmentalists, politicians and marketeers. Consumers are becoming more aware of the impact energy use has on the environment. Following the outcome of COP26 and in line with the UK’s 2050 net-zero target, by 2023 the majority of large UK firms …
Introducing Self Seal Paper
Sustainability
|Self-seal paper sticks to itself and is a great option for reducing packaging waste. The cohesive coating doesn’t leave any residue and will not stick to your products. It seals instantly without heat or pressure. Self-Seal is also available as a corrugated roll which offers added protection for many applications. Using self-seal paper is both …
Sustainable Alternatives
Sustainability
|Southgate Global plans to replace every one of its packaging products with an eco-friendly alternative. The move follows the firm’s commitment to promoting a circular carbon economy with aims to create a more sustainable way of working and living. In the last year, Southgate Global has launched many new sustainable products. These include a …
Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Sustainability
|Sustainability will continue to be an important trend within the packaging industry throughout 2022 and beyond. With the global climate change conference Cop 26 in Glasgow this month, the need for British companies to lead the way with sustainable packaging is becoming even more urgent. In the last year, we have launched many new …