Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Flexible Packaging Partner in Dundee
Established in 1956, Discovery Flexibles has built a reputation as Scotland's leading independent flexible packaging converter. With nearly seven decades of expertise, we specialise in gravure and HD flexo printing, alongside converting materials such as plastic film, paper, aluminium foil, and complex laminate structures. Our Dundee facility operates under BRC-IOP certification, ensuring rigorous quality control from raw material intake to final product delivery.We pride ourselves on technical innovation, holding five patent applications, including a consumer-friendly drinks pouch and a recyclable ready-meal lidding system. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through practical initiatives rather than theoretical approaches, while our technical team collaborates with suppliers to develop bespoke packaging solutions for clients ranging from multinational corporations to small manufacturers.
Our state-of-the-art equipment enables capabilities such as printing on materials ranging from 3.5 to 1400 microns thick, solvent-free lamination, and high-speed coldseal production. We maintain a client-centric approach, offering 24/7 contact options via phone or email to address packaging challenges across food, pet food, pharmaceutical, and household product sectors.
Services
Flexible Packaging
Gravure Printing
HD Flexo Printing
Lamination
Coldseal Applications
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- 70 years of flexible packaging expertise since 1956
- BRC-IOP certified manufacturing processes in Dundee
- Developed patented active packaging technology extending shelf life by 50%
- Capable of printing on materials from 3.5 to 1400 microns thickness
- Available 24/7 for technical consultations via phone or email
Associations and certifications
- BRC-IOP
Services
Flexible Packaging
We create tailored flexible packaging solutions using advanced converting techniques. Our capabilities include handling materials from 3.5 to 1400 microns, offering options for food, pharmaceutical, and household product packaging. With BRC-IOP certified processes, we ensure quality and safety compliance while providing innovative features like active packaging technology that extends shelf life by 50%.
Gravure Printing
Our gravure printing services deliver high-quality results with 9-colour capabilities. This method allows for precise image reproduction and special effects like matt/gloss finishes. With experience since the 1950s, we offer inline coldseal application and coating options to enhance packaging functionality while maintaining production efficiency.
HD Flexo Printing
Our state-of-the-art HD flexo printing press produces vibrant 8-colour prints with inline customisation options. This technology enables precise registration and high-speed production while maintaining environmental benefits through reduced solvent usage compared to traditional printing methods.
Lamination
We offer multiple lamination solutions including solvent-based, water-based, and solvent-free systems. Our tandem lamination technology allows duplex or triplex configurations with capabilities down to 6.5-micron aluminium foil. These processes enhance packaging durability, barrier properties, and visual appeal while maintaining material compatibility.
Coldseal Applications
Our coldseal solutions provide instant sealing without heat, ideal for temperature-sensitive products. Available in resealable, synthetic, and coloured options, this technology suits high-speed production lines. We're among the few UK printers offering this specialist service for applications in confectionery, medical, and lidding products.
People
Jimmy Urquhart
CEO
As CEO of Discovery Flexibles, Jimmy Urquhart leads Scotland's leading independent packaging converter with 70 years of industry expertise. He drives technical innovation and quality assurance across the Dundee facility's BRC-IOP certified operations.
Questions
What packaging solutions do you specialise in?
We specialise in flexible packaging solutions including gravure and HD flexo printing, lamination, and coldseal applications for food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods sectors.
What materials can you work with?
We handle materials ranging from 3.5 to 1400 microns including plastic film, paper, aluminium foil, PET, and complex laminate structures.
Are your packaging solutions sustainable?
Yes, we implement practical sustainability initiatives including recyclable materials and our patented active packaging technology reduces food waste through extended shelf life.
Do you offer custom packaging development?
Yes, our technical team collaborates with clients to develop bespoke packaging solutions tailored to specific product requirements.
What quality certifications do you hold?
Our Dundee manufacturing facility operates under BRC-IOP certification with rigorous quality control throughout the production process.
