The main purpose of vacuum sealing food is to remove the oxygen from the food, using vacuum bag. This preserves the food contents longer. Oxygen is one of the main reasons why food spoils, because bacteria and mould grow when
Believe it or not, our supermarket giants sometimes disapprove of fully recyclable products. They call in a consumer panel and ask these poor ignorant consumers if they think a certain packaging is recyclable or compostable. And what happens? These consumers
You asked, we listened! We’ve had a lot of people asking if and when our EkoPak products will be tray-sealable – and for looking for a quick answer: It’s coming soon! For those unfamiliar with the term, tray-sealable packaging is
Do you like the idea of composting but haven’t tried it because it seems too difficult? Well, this guide is here to make composting a simple and easy process to understand and put into practice. Composting breaks down organic matter,
We are all familiar with recycling. But are you familiar with composting? Compostable materials create a fully circular economy for packaging and other products. Here are 7 reasons why composting is better than recycling: 1. Lower disposal costs The expense
Disposable food packaging is popular in the foodservice industry because it makes serving meals simple and sanitary. However, after usage, it degrades into waste, posing significant problems for the environment. Over time the convenience of disposable packaging has a tremendous
What is Bagasse? Let’s begin with the simple stuff. It’s pronounced “ba-gah-say.” What exactly is it? Bagasse is a kind of plant fibre. It is, more particularly, the fibrous stuff that remains after the production of sugarcane, sorghum, or agave.
Polylactic Acid the biodegradable plastic Since the 1950s, the global population has generated almost nine billion tonnes of plastic. Much of this pollutes our oceans, 165 million tonnes, with an additional 9 million tonnes arriving each year. Because only around
WHAT IS BAGASSE? Bagasse is the fibre that remains after the juice has been extracted from the sugar cane plant – bagasse is an abundant agricultural by-product with more than 54 million tons produced each year. Put simply: it’s a
Each year, around ten million tons of plastic enter the oceans. Some analysis claims that, if action is not taken, there could be more plastic, by weight, than fish by 2050. In response to such jaw-dropping statistics, 2021 saw single-use
Do you live for your morning cup of tea? perhaps it’s that soothing cup of green tea before bed? do you own a café? If you said yes, then this blog about tea leaf storage is a must-read. Vacuum sealing
Feel good about how you serve your food with these eye-popping statistics about plastic pollution. The Facts Our country’s gorgeous beaches and scenic coasts are under threat from a growing garbage catastrophe which must be reversed quickly. Australians use 130kg
It’s doesn’t take a genius to realise the writing is on the wall for single-use plastics, and many establishments are now scrambling to ensure their business is up to code as new legislation is passed. We’re here to help you
The COVID-19 Pandemic has ushered in a new age for the hospitality sector, with southern restaurateurs forced to operate nearly entirely as take-out restaurants. This one-of-a-kind mix of circumstances has resulted in five-star restaurants putting their meals into take-out containers
Designed to be used just once, and then thrown away, many single-use plastic items are a huge part of the growing issue of plastic waste and pollution across the world. As of the 1st of September 2021, Queensland is outlawing
When you’re running a food business or restaurant, single-use packaging will almost certainly work its way into your business. The challenge for many restaurants, cafes, and the hospitality industry at large, is how to reconcile the necessity of single-use items
In our latest blog we explore the differences between sugarcane packaging and paper packaging products, so you can make an informed decision based on your business needs and values. While products made from paper and the sugarcane by-product bagasse, look
It doesn’t matter if your café or restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch or dinner – our round takeaway containers are a great option to hold and transport your delicious meals. At EKO PAK, we currently stock three (3) sizes