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Johnsen & Jorgensen
launches new pouch
packaging range
L
eading packaging specialist, Johnsen & Jorgensen has launched a
new range of pouches which could revolutionise the way
products are packaged, stored and transported within the
horticulture sector.
Several manufacturers have already started to consider pouches as a
convenient and cost-effective way of packaging gardening products.
Kor Agri’s Knapsack First
This versatile new range from Johnsen & Jorgensen, available in any
size from 40g up to 5kg, opens up possibilities for all types of seeds,
soils, fertilisers and composts. Manufactured in 2 – 4 ply laminates,
A
fter the recent
introduction of the
the pouches can also include a thin inner layer of aluminium or nylon
Chapin Pro Series Knapsack
which can be used to provide high barrier properties for moisture
Sprayer, made by Chapin
sensitive materials such as powders and granules.
International, it will now be
available through Kor Agri
Other design features include a number of spouts, re-sealable press-
based in Ashton-in-
close zips and handle accessories and stand-up or side-gusseted
Makerfield in Lancashire.
pouch options are also available. Gravure printing of the pouches in
Kor Agri is a supplier of
up to eight colours enables the highest picture quality to be
products, equipment and
reproduced, allowing clients to further customise their packaging
advice to professional
design for maximum on-shelf impact.
amenity, horticulture and
However, as well as the aesthetic attractions of the new range, the
agricultural users.
pouches offer horticultural manufacturers significant benefits in
Managing director at Kor
From left Kor Agri director Lyn Flanagan,
Steve Flanagan managing director at Kor Agri and
terms of warehouse storage and transportation. Flat-packed, they
Agri Steve Flanagan
DMMP sales agent Michael Palmer
can be easily shipped in bulk quantities for a fraction of the cost of
commented: “We’re really
conventional packaging materials, helping companies to reduce their
pleased to be working with DMMP and the Chapin range of best value
carbon footprint and their overheads.
knapsacks and hand-held sprayers as not only is the value exceptional but
the quality is exactly what our customers are looking for.” Kor Agri has
Johnsen and Jorgensen’s sales director, Jon Wear said: “We are very added the Chapin range to their extensive portfolio of products for
excited about launching this new range of pouches into the UK landscapers and turf professionals as it recognises that Chapin’s feature-
market and believe they offer enormous opportunities across many packed range is something new for the UK market. Managing Director of
diverse horticultural product applications. “This once again DMMP Limited Marcus Palmer is confident that the North of England will
underlines our ability to consistently identify new markets and welcome the Chapin’s Pro Series Knapsack Sprayer line. “We are delighted
develop distinctive packaging materials that will benefit existing and that Kor Agri have decided to introduce the Chapin range to their customer
prospective customers.” base. The quality of this product stands out from the crowd and we
anticipate substantial growth over the coming months and years.”
The Chapin Pro Series Knapsack Sprayer line retails from £79.99 per unit.
a77 Johnsen and Jorgensen UK a77 DMMP Ltd
a77 01322-291111 a77 0845 643 9776
a77 www.jjpack.com a77 www.dmmp.com
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