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GW Containers have over 30 years of experience in the food, and plastics industry.  We are one of the UK’s leading specialists in supplying plastic fish boxes, and a number of insulated containers.  All of our products have been able to successfully meet the requirements of our customers.  Our fish boxes in particular are a popular choice.  They work extremely well when it comes to storing fish fresh from the sea, and they are also very reliable when it comes to transporting them back to land, as the fish remain all in one piece.

Recently on our blog, we have been discussing a number of related topics.  If you have missed out on these, you no longer need to worry as we have summed up our recent top 3 posts for you to catch up on.

1.   Why Plastic Fish Boxes are superior to Traditional Fish Baskets – find out how fish boxes have changed over the years, and why plastic is an increasingly popular material for fish boxes.

 2.       Why the fishing industry thinks plastic is fantastic – Discover how the fishing industry is embracing the advantages of plastic fish boxes, to use when they are out at sea.  Design elements, a smooth surface and the fact that it is easy to clean, make plastic boxes a favourable choice.

3. Plastic containers used in the Food Industry – we look at how strong containers are an essential requirement within the food industry.  Plastic containers are the preferred way to safely transport, and protect food items when they are being transported – we have even included a great video!  Find out more about plastic containers for the food industry.

You will be pleased to hear that we work with some of the leading suppliers in the plastics industry, such as the Promens Group (formally Saeplast).  We are their sole UK distributor for fish boxes, and are able to source other products from worldwide manufacturers.  This enables us to meet the demands of our customers and help them find exactly what they are looking for.

GW Containers stock a range of plastic boxes, including Saeplast insulated containers. For more information, you can give us a call on 01543 279 122.

The Importance of Strong Plastic Baskets in the Fishing Industry

44 litre plastic basket

Well-made plastic baskets have a huge variety of uses, but they are very commonly used in the fishing, meat, vegetables and food processing industries. Food items such as fish, fruit and vegetables can be conveniently moved from place to place whilst remaining protected from harm.

Most plastic baskets have a pattern of holes in the side so that air can reach the food, and sturdy handles are a must for transporting large quantities of food as it can be very heavy. Baskets come in many sizes, though a 44 litre plastic basket is commonly used within the fishing industry. The baskets are designed to be easy to stack so as to be easily stored when not in use.

As well as plastic fish baskets, stacking boxes and nest stack boxes are also commonly used in the fishing industry. These can be filled with ice before freshly caught fish are added, helping to keep the fish fresh whilst they are sold at fishing markets. Once a box is emptied of fish, the ice can then be disposed of and the box cleaned out and stacked ready for the next day’s catch.

Some fish may stay in plastic fish boxes in order to be transported. Fish boxes meant exclusively for this purpose can be fitted with a tracking device, so their location can be tracked to ensure that fish arrives at the right destination on time, and the box can then be returned to their owner once they have been used for transportation. To further prevent boxes from being lost or misplaced, they can also be branded.

Fish baskets, for example, a 44 litre plastic basket, must be durable and sturdy, as they can get thrown around at fishing markets, or during transportation. Strong integrated handles help to give baskets a longer span of use, as they will be less likely to break or be damaged when dragged or thrown around, often when stacked or carrying cargo.

In addition to plastic baskets and boxes, buggies are also commonly used at fish markets. Buggies are equipped with wheels, allowing for larger loads of fish to be moved around relatively easily. These buggies usually feature a drainage hole and plug, meaning that they can be easily cleaned and sterilised ready for the next fishing catch that they will transport.

For more information on plastic fish baskets and boxes, look no further than GW Containers, who specialise in baskets boxes and buggies for the fishing industry.

Plastic Containers used in the Food Industry

Strong plastic containers are vital in the food industry and many producers rely on boxes such as these to protect their food items during transportation.  The triple wall design gives the plastic containers extra strength to survive mishaps.  Boxes can be rotated and dumped safely and even if they do get damaged, can be easily repaired.

The boxes that you see in the video are just an example of some of the plastic containers we supply to the food industry, to sectors such as fishing, meat and poultry and food processing.

Please visit our GW Containers website for more information on the containers we supply and what industries and purposes they are best suited for www.gwcontainers.co.uk.