Jerry cans (or jerrycans) are a great way to transport fuels and other liquids safely. But where did the term jerry can come from? And how did the inventors arrive at their unique design? The first cans were produced in Germany in the 1930s. They were originally known as Wehrmacht-Einheitskanisters (roughly translated as Wehrmacht unit […]
Read more...Product focus – PET and HDPE Bottles
We’ve recently introduced a new range of plastic bottles to our store (you can view the range here). Below are some ideas for some possible uses for these products. PET Plastic Bottle Our 500ml clear plastic bottle is manufactured from polyethylene terephthalate (PET) which makes it extremely clear, strong and durable. It’s ideal for a […]
Read more...New H&O Product announcement – 10/11 litre metal pails
H&O are pleased to announce a new addition to our range – we now stock 10/11 litre metal pails. These pails are excellent for storage and transport of liquids, powders and solids. The pails come complete with a metal lid and fastening ring for secure storage and are fitted with a metal handle. The exterior […]
Read more...H&O New Product Range – Bottles
H&O are delighted to announce a new range of products; we now sell a range of HDPE and PET bottles.
Read more...Storing pet food in bulk? We’ve got a plastic container for you!
If you buy your pet’s food in bulk and need some way to store it securely then H&O Plastics have got a container for you.
Read more...Introducing our 25/30l container with handles and lid
The latest addition to H&O’s plastic containers range is our 25/30l container with handles and lid. The buckets are UN approved and comply with the Manual Handling Regulations Act of 1992.
Read more...Christmas Closure
Last orders before Christmas closure mid-night tonight, 20th December 2017. H & O re-opens on Tuesday 2nd January 2018. We’d like to wish a Merry Christmas to all of our customers!
Read more...Metal UN Pails
Due to high demand, H & O Plastics have this week added Metal UN Pails to our product range. At H & O Plastics, we take pride in listening to our customer’s needs and will always endeavour to fulfil requests. These metal UN pails are high quality, UN-approved and suitable for storing and transporting chemicals, […]
Read more...LGA Calls for hygiene ‘scores on the doors’ for all caterers
The Local Government Association (LGA) has called for legislation requiring all restaurants and takeaway outlets in England to display their food hygiene scores prominently to customers. The organisation that represents councils in England said that the rule should be introduced as part of post-Brexit trade legislation. Currently, local authorities carry out hygiene inspections on all […]
Read more...H&O Plastics present how to cut down plastic waste at your food service company
Plastic waste is a growing concern in Britain and around the world. Global demand for plastics is expected to double in the next 20 years, but most plastic packaging is only used once before it is discarded and only about 14% of plastic packaging is collected for recycling. 40% of the globe’s plastic winds up […]
Read more...How can I tell if a bucket is suitable for storing food?
Plastic buckets are cheap and handy in commercial kitchens where foodstuffs need to be delivered, moved around and stored regularly. Where you have high volumes of food, such as a large batch of sauce or a restaurant-supply of grains, plastic buckets with lids are perfect. They are airtight, protecting your products from pollutants, cheap to […]
Read more...Caterers: Quick and easy tips for plastic container food storage
In restaurants, takeaways and other catering environments, good food storage is critical for holding onto your hot food licence. But failing to comply with the regulations could also result in customers becoming ill or, in extreme cases, death. To make life a bit easier in busy kitchens, many caterers like to prepare meals or ingredients […]
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