Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60British Polythene Industries has launched WaveGrip as the ideal multipacking solution for craft producers – enabling them to multipack quickly at minimum cost in packs of four, six or eight With their extensive experience and knowledge in consumer packaging, BPI has devised a photodegradable blend for a fully recyclable polythene multipack carrier. WaveGrip has also been engineered to ensure the lowest possible material content and with a weakened corner to enable easy break-up after use. Manufactured in the UK, WaveGrip will reach producers across Europe quicker and at a lower cost than alternatives. For the North American market, WaveGrip will also be distributed by BPI’s Canadian operation - AT Films in Edmonton. In addition to the WaveGrip material, BPI has also developed three unique applicator systems – the G1, G2 and G3. Offering a solution for every type of producer, the G1 and G2 systems enable easy manual application for lower volume producers, while the G3 offers the opportunity to integrate into a full-scale canning line with high line speeds. There is also the option to automate the G2 system for medium volume producers who are looking to increase efficiency but are not ready to invest in a G3. In partnership with WeCan - Europe’s largest mobile canner - BPI is now rolling out WaveGrip to craft breweries and drinks producers across Europe who now have an alternative flexible multipacking solution to choose from. 40 BREWING & BEVERAGE INDUSTRIES BUSINESS Containers New multipacking materials for craft aaron@wavegrip.co.uk For more information email: A recyclable beer keg company in Bridgend, Wales, is expanding its operation. The growth of the firm follows a £170,000 finance package from the Welsh Government, UK Steel Enterprise and Finance Wales. EcoKeg supplies innovative, high-tech plastic kegs to brewers both in the UK and internationally. A growing technology in the market, "one-way" kegs eliminate the cost of return transportation and cleaning associated with traditional steel kegs; they can be recycled after use, are lighter to handle and cheaper to buy. The company, based on Brynmenyn Industrial Estate, will use the finance to invest in reducing outsourcing costs by manufacturing specialist components onsite as well as developing new slim-line kegs to supply beer, cider, wine, cocktails and mineral water. Gavin Rees and Steve Tipples, EcoKeg’s directors, are excited about the company’s future and the potential opportunities expansion will bring. Mr Rees said: "One-way-keg technology is increasingly popular and a wealth of potential new export opportunities is opening up. EcoKeg has a strong market position and with the funding we’ve received from the Welsh Government, UK Steel Enterprise and Finance Wales we can implement our growth plan. "We have ambitious plans to develop our technology, expand our product range and move into new markets. We also plan to drive down costs in our supply chain and to recruit a number of new employees as we expand,” he explained. Welcoming the news of EcoKeg’s expansion, cabinet secretary for economy and infrastructure Ken Skates said: "This investment will help the company establish itself in the wider supply chain serving small and large breweries, while also supporting the significant growth in micro-breweries in Wales as the enthusiasm for craft beers continues to grow at a pace. "I am pleased the Welsh Government is supporting the funding package to enable EcoKeg to increase capacity and meet the growing demand for its products in the UK and overseas." www.ecokeg.com For more information visit: Recyclable beer keg company is expanding (L-R): Leanna Davies, FinanceWales; Gavin Rees, Ecokeg; Andy Morris, UK Steel; Steve Tipples, Ecokeg Cask and Keg Repair & Refurbishment Specialists • A Genuine Alternative to Cask and Keg Replacement • Repairs to casks and kegs of all sizes • We can supply refurbished casks too • Fast On-Site Turnaround • Competitive Rates • Over 60 years of Industry Experience Please contact us for a list of all our other onsite services. Tel & Fax: 01283 740807 • Mob: 07952 152 099 Email: repairs@dhmbreweryservices.co.uk Contact: Jason Miller Web: www.dhmbreweryservices.co.uk Twitter: @DHMBreweryServ 40_Layout 1 28/07/2016 11:00 Page 1