100% Pure Wool Insulation Packaging
Puffin Packaging is making waves in the industry with their latest innovation. A certified 100% British wool cold chain packaging product. This groundbreaking achievement underscores Puffin’s dedication to sustainability and cutting-edge solutions in packaging.
Partnership and Innovation
At the heart of this achievement lies a collaborative effort between Puffin Packaging, University of Huddersfield, and us.
Through a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP), both entities joined forces with a shared vision of creating sustainable and innovative packaging solutions. This partnership not only led to the development of Puffin’s 100% British wool insulating liners but also fostered a culture of innovation that promises to reshape the future of sustainable packaging.
By utilising British wool, Puffin Packaging pays homage to the rich heritage of British farming while taking a significant step towards promoting environmental sustainability. Yannis Archbold, the founder of Puffin Packaging, emphasises the importance of finding sustainable uses for British wool in today’s climate-conscious world. He tells,
“The struggle to find innovative sustainable uses for British wool was a discussion point and, in a time, when sustainability and ethical sourcing is imperative. The need for solutions that supports local farmers and preserves the tradition and integrity of British agriculture was critical. Creating our 100% British wool certified insulating liners are uniquely positioned to address this concern.”
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The Process
From its modest beginnings in a domestic garage, Puffin Packaging has flourished into a leading innovator in sustainable packaging solutions. Now headquartered in Morley, West Yorkshire, the company operates out of a spacious 20,000 sq. ft. warehouse where its British wool liners are meticulously crafted.
Archbold further explains,
“The choice to use British wool was an easy one as it fits with the values of Puffin Packaging. Our commitment to supporting the local economy and the British farming community not only champions environmental sustainability, but also provides another use for British wool bringing a traditional industry into modern supply chains. Working with The University of Huddersfield we have selected a perfect blend of Swaledale and Welsh Mountain sheep, truly celebrating these two breeds due to the crimp of their fleece.”
These breeds are renowned for their hardiness and resilience, traits that translate into high-quality course wool with excellent insulating properties. By incorporating Swaledale and Welsh Mountain wool, Puffin Packaging ensures that its products keep excellent temperature control.
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Throughout its journey, Puffin Packaging faced a pivotal decision: whether to use a blend of British wool with EU wool or other fibres, or to remain steadfast in its commitment to 100% British wool. Robert Penkala, the General Manager at Puffin Packaging, affirms their dedication to British farmers by opting for the latter. He explains,
“We wanted to show commitment to British farmers, so we chose to select a 100% British Wool solution. We have found the British wool to be a dream to work with across our manufacturing processes. This is due to the UK climate and landscape the sheep are grazed on and means that the British wool is perfectly suited to the cold chain packaging solutions.”
In an industry often plagued by environmental concerns, Puffin Packaging stands out as a beacon of sustainability and innovation. With its certified 100% British wool insulating packaging, the company not only leads the way in eco-friendly solutions but also paves the path for a greener, more sustainable future.
Availability
100% pure British wool thermal liners are now available for order.
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