Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Packaging Solutions Provider in Rochford
Direct Packaging has been a trusted name in the packaging industry since 1986, specialising in film conversion and bag manufacturing for food and non-food sectors. Based in Rochford, Essex, we combine over 35 years of technical expertise with a customer-centric approach to deliver tailored packaging solutions. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our dedication to sustainability, offering home-compostable options certified by TV Austria. With a focus on flexibility and reliability, we provide next-working-day delivery across the UK for our extensive range of stock bags, including crimp, Titan, block bottom, and eco-friendly Natureflex alternatives.Our team's deep understanding of market demands ensures we meet evolving technical and commercial challenges while maintaining the highest quality standards. By prioritising transparency and ethical practices, we've built long-term partnerships with clients who value our expertise in creating packaging that enhances brand visibility and shelf impact.
Services
Block Bottom Bags
Cone Bags
Crimp Bags
Titan Bags
Eco Packaging
Heat Sealers
Film Sheets
Custom Printing
Next Day Delivery
Bespoke Sizes
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer next-working-day delivery across the UK for all stock bags
- Our Natureflex compostable bags are certified to international standards
- We provide bespoke packaging solutions from 1,000-unit minimum orders
- Our team has over 35 years' experience in food-grade packaging production
- We combine technical expertise with flexible, customer-focused service
Associations and certifications
- BRCGS
- TV Austria
What people say
Superb customer service
Speedy delivery
Invaluable advice
Perfect packaging solutions
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Services
Block Bottom Bags
Our block bottom bags provide stable, upright packaging solutions for food products. These bags feature reinforced bottom gussets that allow for easy product display while maintaining structural integrity during transport and storage. Ideal for bakery items, confectionery, and dry goods, they combine practical functionality with branding opportunities through custom printing options.
Eco Crimp Bags
These environmentally friendly crimp bags use Natureflex film derived from renewable wood pulp resources. Certified home-compostable by TV Austria, they maintain food freshness while breaking down naturally in compost environments. Perfect for businesses seeking sustainable packaging solutions without compromising product protection or shelf presentation.
Titan Bags
Specifically engineered for bulk food products like pulses and grains, our Titan bags feature double-sealed construction for enhanced strength. These 50-micron bags can hold up to 1kg of product without requiring laminate reinforcement, offering cost-effective, airtight storage solutions for whole foods and granulated products.
Cone Bags
Designed for sweets, popcorn, and similar products, these cone-shaped bags offer attractive presentation with practical functionality. Available in clear or printed formats, they feature food-grade cast polypropylene construction and come in multiple standard sizes while supporting custom dimension adaptations for specific product requirements.
Heat Sealers
Our Constant Heat Sealer provides professional crimped seals for cellophane and coated foil packaging materials. This durable equipment features adjustable temperature controls and produces consistent 150mm x 15mm seals, ensuring secure packaging for both standard and custom-sized bags in commercial production environments.
Questions
What packaging options are available for food products?
We offer crimp bags, block bottom bags, Titan bags, and Natureflex compostable options specifically designed for food items like confectionery, bakery goods, and dry foods.
Can I get packaging with custom dimensions?
Yes, we provide bespoke-sized plain and printed bags with minimum order quantities starting at 1,000 units for standard materials and 10,000 units for speciality films.
Do you offer next-day delivery?
Yes, we guarantee next-working-day delivery across the UK for stock orders placed before 2pm Monday-Thursday or 12:30pm Friday.
Are your eco-friendly packaging options certified?
Our Natureflex compostable bags are certified to international standards by TÜV Austria for home compostability.
What materials do you work with?
We manufacture packaging from polypropylene (OPP/CPP), Natureflex compostable film, and laminate materials for various food and non-food applications.
How can I request samples?
Contact us directly via phone or email to request sample bags for testing, particularly recommended for Natureflex compostable options before bulk purchasing.
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