Parkers Expands Production Capability with Gallus Presses

Currently, production divides between PET and aluminium lids (technically known as diaphragms), self-adhesive labels, and post-mold labels applied to pots. Virtually all work carried out at the Bootle site is for the food industry, and in 2012 the company attained BRC accreditation that allows it to supply all supermarkets with a continuous audit trail. Interestingly, the market for lids in the UK differs from the rest of Europe. “Most UK supermarkets and packers prefer the print finish and flexibility of PET,” commented Phil Hood.