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The International
Group of Companies
A Market Leader in Plastic Textiles

Packaging Companies in South Africa

Background on the Some of the Best Packaging Companies in South Africa

When browsing for bulk packaging companies in South Africa look for ones that offer a wide range of products. It is always better to purchase in bulk from one supplier since such will ensure lower prices and the chance to build a relationship with the supplier.

Why Bulk Buying?

Pricing is perhaps the most important reason for bulk purchases. The International Group of Companies is the direct manufacturer of products such as woven vegetable pockets, cardboard and paper products and a range of fomo packaging material. As such we supply in bulk and with that then companies or farmers ordering large quantities from us, benefit from the huge savings, warranties, and service delivery.

Types of Products

Because the International Group of Companies consists of three companies each specializing in a specific need regarding plastics, shading, and packaging, we are able to produce an extraordinary range of products. This makes us one of the preferred suppliers of packaging products in South Africa.

Service History

Another consideration when browsing for packaging companies in South Africa is the track record of the company. If the business has been established with a proven track record of superior product delivery, it will be the type of company with which you will want to build a long-term relationship.

The International Group of Companies fits the profile of a well established manufacturer of quality packaging products in South Africa. With more than 60 years in the industry and more than 1000 employees, we have proven that we are here to stay and to ensure the growth of the packaging industry. We welcome new clients, but also appreciate existing ones.

For us it is not a once off relationship. We want to ensure that every bulk buyer is happy with our products and services as well as prices. This commitment to client service ensures returning customers who then become loyal clients. We value our clients and it is evident in everything we do.

Background on the International Group of Companies

Our background is provided below to give you an indication of why and how we can meet your bulk packaging requirements.

The International Group of Companies (IGC) consists of three companies:

  • Landpak
  • Brits Bag Manufacturers (BBM)
  • International Bag Buyers (IBB)

 

Landpak has a strong focus on agricultural related packaging material including that of:

  • High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pockets in the form of vegetable bags.
  • Twines
  • Shade cloth suitable for usage in the farming sector as well as for commercial, domestic and industrial usage.

 

Brits Bag Manufacturers (BBM)

The company focuses on a range of products for the commercial and agricultural sectors with products such as:

  • Woven polypropylene bags
  • Polyethylene piping in various sizes
  • Low density polyethylene fence droppers
  • Woven polypropylene vegetable bags

 

International Bag Buyers (BB)

The oldest of the three packaging companies in South Africa, is also the marketing division of the International Group of companies and trades in various industrial, commercial and agricultural related packaging products. The range extends to more than 6000 different products.

With such a strong base, we are able to supply in the packaging needs of the industrial, commercial, and agricultural sectors of South Africa. Also a fully BEE company, we are proud of our contributions to the economic growth of the country.

Get the best products and services to ensure that when harvest time comes that you will be prepared to package products for the market in high quality bags.

When thus browsing for long term supplier and packaging companies in South Africa, consider the values, product ranges, prices, and services offered by the company. If such cannot weigh up to what we offer, you know that we welcome your interest.


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Landpak BBM IBB YouFam
The International
Group of Companies
A Market Leader in Plastic Textiles

Packaging Materials

Interesting Facts about Packaging Materials

Packaging is considered to be the materials which enclose a product, and can be used for protection, storage, functionality or even for promotion and sales.  The design and manufacturing of packaging is an art, it is scientific, it is technologically challenging and usually seen to be a system of getting goods into a suitable form for transportation, for storage and delivery, and a wide range of packaging materials are used for the various purposes. Packaging preserves the appearance and quality of a product, and it can be used to inform the consumer about the product. In most industries, packaging is a vital part of the process – one is either unpacking raw materials from packing or packing new materials into new packaging.  This can range from chemicals, fruit, takeaway food, even clothes, shoes and cars.

Packaging has always been part of human life and through the ages packaging materials have always existed in some form or another – in ancient times it could be a basket to carry and store produce, it could be a loaf of bread wrapped up in a banana leaf to keep it moist, it could have been a glass object wrapped in cloth to protect it from breaking.  Modern packaging still has to protect, but packaging materials have to conform to a range of requirements in order to be suitable.  Weight, water resistance, breathability, sustainability, re-usability, cost, ease of use, shape and appearance all have an effect, and can positively or negatively affect the sale of the product being packaged.

The development of packaging materials really started taking off in early 1900 when tins were made for the preservation of food.  Sometimes iron or steel were used.  The ever-important cardboard was invented in the mid 19th century, and not too much later paper carton and corrugated boxes were used commonly.

Later in the 20th century, glass made an appearance, and bottles were closed using synthetic plastic, called Bakelite.  Shortly after, cellophane was used on carton to make it waterproof and to enable easier writing or printing on the cartons.  Aluminium made its appearance soon afterwards and is still one of the most commonly used packaging materials today, especially for food. 

Several types of plastic packing materials have been developed over the last 30 years, and plastics where even used in combination with other materials such as paper or carton in order to improve the capabilities of the packaging materials.  Polystyrene make great packaging materials as it is super lightweight and can take a lot of impact.  However the plastics used to make it has a strong taste and smell, and significant changes had to be made to the original formulae before it could be used for food packaging.  Today, a lot of takeaway food outlets use this material, as it is a good insulator and can keep the temperature of food constant for a while.

Some of the greatest innovations in packaging materials were made during wars.  Military supplies, weapons and food had to be distributed safely and in huge quantities across vast distances and rough terrain.  Food had to be light but concentrated in order to be distributed effectively and then carried by soldiers, yet it had to be nutritious and easy to open and consume.  The science of packaging materials became extremely important during these times and amazing progress was made with innovative packaging materials and designs, some of which are still in use today. 

Packaging problems experienced during WW2 gave rise to certain packaging specifications which is subject to stringent standards.  This has translated into various other standards in packaging, especially when it comes to food.  Safety and hygiene are of utmost value in food packaging.

Recycling and sustainability are very important issues for the packaging industry, and as a result, packaging materials are made more and more environmentally friendly.  Packaging manufacturers spend a lot of resources on researching and developing new packaging materials which will leave less of a footprint, and also try to find ways of re-using or recycling their products. 

Paper-based products are still the most environmentally friendly as it is made from natural resources, whereas glass can be re-used various times.  Plastics such as polystyrene and nylon are the most difficult to deal with environmentally – they are not very environmentally friendly to make due to the processes and materials involved, and they also do not degrade easily.

As almost all products come in some form of packaging, it has become a huge industry, and in some cases amounts to more than three percent of GNP in certain countries.  About 50% of this market would be for food packaging.