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krhall

28-09-09 03:00 PM

Re: Packaging & Recyling

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Originally Posted by gruntygiggles (Post 2046662)

And as it's cheaper, it's obviously easier and cheaper for them, why not just do it across the board and set the industry standard???

Ordered a different pair for running, same manufacturer though - no eco option this time, just turned up in clear plastic.

_Stretchie_

28-09-09 03:17 PM

Re: Packaging & Recyling

I save all the big boxes that stuff comes in and put it in the corner of the garage, so when i'm doing messy work on the car(s) and bike(s) I put it down on the floor.

But then you still have the same problem when disposing of it I suppose..

**edit**

I'll just shut up then eh..

Ruffy

28-09-09 03:34 PM

Re: Packaging & Recyling

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Originally Posted by Viney (Post 2046617)

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So the question is, if eveyday items came in plain 'raw' brown boxes would you buy it over a similar product in a pretty box?

I believe "packaging" is one of the "P"s that's at the core of marketing theory.

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Originally Posted by Viney (Post 2046661)

Are the general public REALLY that hung up on the prettyessness of this stuff?

So, yes, it would seem that, in general, we are. Personally, I try to be less easily swayed.

The weird thing is, I can see the reason for fancy packaging to differentiate when something's physically on a shelf in a shop (to attract interest - "Buy me!"), but with online stuff, why does all the stock need fancy product packaging?

gruntygiggles

28-09-09 03:37 PM

Re: Packaging & Recyling

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Originally Posted by Ruffy (Post 2046858)

I believe "packaging" is one of the "P"s that's at the core of marketing theory.

So, yes, it would seem that, in general, we are. Personally, I try to be less easily swayed.

The weird thing is, I can see the reason for fancy packaging to differentiate when something's physically on a shelf in a shop (to attract interest - "Buy me!"), but with online stuff, why does all the stock need fancy product packaging?

Or you could do what Blockbuster do. Have display packages (would prob have to fix them down) to show a product off, but when buying, the box is more environmentally friendly, maybe with just a nice front side for kids pressies and the like.

sarah

28-09-09 04:33 PM

Re: Packaging & Recyling

There are laws about packaging and recycling
http://publications.environment-agen...09BPMR-e-e.pdf

sarah

28-09-09 04:35 PM

Re: Packaging & Recyling

and work is being done to fine companies who don't comply:

Red Bull Company Limited was fined almost £272,000 and ordered to pay compensation after failing to register with the Environment Agency.
Webasto Roof systems Ltd was fined £20, 618.64 after pleading guilty to eleven charges
Fiddes Payne - A herbs, spices and home-baking supplier was fined £10,550 and ordered to pay £2,758 in costs and £3,254 in compensation.
Luncan Group Limited who are in the fashion handbag market were fined £4118, 40 and ordered to pay costs of £1665 as well as compensation of £1536.
Euro Wrap Limited fined £10,000 after pleading guilty to ten charges with a further nine taken into account.
Cultech Limited, a developer and manufacturer of nutritional supplements and remedies, fined £8401

gruntygiggles

28-09-09 05:49 PM

Re: Packaging & Recyling

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Originally Posted by sarah (Post 2046909)

Wow, it's good to hear something is actually being done!

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