Manufacturing Today Issue - 228 Sept 2024 | Page 70

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
by a British manufacturing division . These products range from bin liners to refuse sacks and protective sheeting and more technical industrial packaging films . With nearly all products made from recycled materials the business continues to honor its roots , with the addition of compostable films in the early 2000s .
Sustainable solutions
Managing Director Henry Lee explains : “ Our primary products include refuse sacks and liners , feminine hygiene liners for sanitary bins , and bulk packing materials for industrial use . Polythene is an incredibly versatile material and from our manufacturing site , we produce a variety of items — everything from scented , anti-microbial sanitary bin liners to clinical waste sacks , and technical , printed packaging films . This versatility enables us to serve a broad range of customers .
“ Every product we source , or manufacture is intended to capture or contain some form of material , whether it ’ s waste , recyclables , or goods in transit . We aim to promote efficient waste management and serve as a reliable and knowledgeable link in the supply chain for our trading partners . Nearly all our products contain recycled material , ranging from 30 to 100 percent , contributing positively to better resource management throughout the supply chain .”
Cromwell Polythene ’ s innovative approach has enabled the company to diversify its offerings further . Alex Lee notes : “ We have been exploring new markets to broaden our customer base , which has required innovative thinking about how our existing products can be adapted to different sectors . One recent success in this area is our new award-winning range of compostable gloves , branded as ‘ Glovelee™ .’ Made from compostable film ,
70