Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Packaging Film Supplier in Preston
Established in 1981, our business has evolved from a small family enterprise into one of the UK's trusted names in the packaging industry. David Parkinson built upon the foundations laid by his father, and today, the third generation, Andrew Parkinson, continues to lead with the same passion, commitment, and family values. We take pride in our local roots and our reputation for reliability, quality, and service. From our UK base, we collaborate closely with businesses of all sizes, offering expert advice, fast lead times, and packaging film solutions that meet the highest standards. With decades of industry expertise and a customer-first approach, we are dedicated to helping you package your product with confidence.Our services include converting cellulose and polypropylene films to precise specifications, providing slit reels, sheets, and punched shapes tailored to your company's needs. We are committed to supplying the most current eco-friendly packaging solutions, including our NATUREFLEX films, which are biodegradable and compostable. Our extensive stock ensures fast order turnaround and reliable delivery, serving industries ranging from food packaging to education. Our team regularly researches new products to maintain our leadership in sustainable packaging innovation.
Services
Packaging Films
NatureFlex Films
Slit Reels
Cut Sheets
Punched Shapes
Flexible Packaging Conversion
Eco-Friendly Packaging
Custom Film Solutions
Food Packaging
Industrial Packaging
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in flexible packaging film conversion.
- Our ISO-certified processes ensure quality and compliance.
- We work with BRC-accredited suppliers for reliable materials.
- We guarantee fast turnaround with extensive in-stock inventory.
- Our family-run business prioritises personalised service and innovation.
Associations and certifications
- ISO Certification
- British Retail Consortium (BRC)
Services
NatureFlex Films
NatureFlex films are compostable, renewable packaging solutions made from FSC-certified cellulose. Ideal for dry foods, stationery, and industrial use, they offer oil resistance, gas barriers, and heat-sealability. Certified to EN 13432 and ASTM D6400 standards, these films support sustainable branding with plant-based inks and compostable stickers.
Slit Reels
Slit reels tailored to precise widths and diameters for seamless integration into client machinery. Available in cellulose and polypropylene, these reels ensure high machinability, moisture protection, and thermal stability. Suitable for food packaging, print media, and industrial applications requiring durable, printable film solutions.
Cut Sheets
Cut sheets produced to exact dimensions for diverse uses, including food interleaving and classroom materials. Our process guarantees accuracy and consistency, with options for thermal stability, seal strength, and compatibility with printing processes for branded packaging solutions.
Punched Shapes
Punched shapes in circles, octagons, and bespoke designs for specialised packaging needs. These precision-cut films suit food, stationery, and industrial applications, offering moisture resistance and compatibility with automated packaging systems for efficient production workflows.
Flexible Packaging Conversion
Comprehensive conversion services for cellulose and polypropylene films, including slitting, sheeting, and die-cutting. We cater to food, confectionery, and manufacturing sectors, ensuring rapid lead times and adherence to food safety regulations for interleaving sheets and industrial packaging.
Questions
What is NATUREFLEX film?
NATUREFLEX is a compostable, cellulose-based packaging film made from FSC-certified wood pulp. It offers oil resistance, gas barriers, and heat-sealability, ideal for dry foods, stationery, and eco-friendly branding.
Do you offer custom packaging solutions?
Yes, we provide slit reels, cut sheets, and punched shapes tailored to your specifications, including bespoke sizes and print-ready films for branded packaging.
Are your packaging materials food-safe?
Yes, our films meet food safety regulations for interleaving sheets and packaging dry foods like fish, nuts, and baked goods.
What industries do you serve?
We support food and confectionery producers, schools, print media, and industrial clients with packaging films for diverse applications.
How quickly can you deliver orders?
Our extensive stock ensures fast turnaround and prompt delivery for standard and custom packaging film orders.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO certification for quality management and work with BRC-accredited suppliers to maintain industry standards.
