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As an owner of the project or a company manager of a project, it is important for us to know what options we have to choose from and how our decision will affect the products price, quality, and appeal to the consumer.
In this article we will be able to compare three material types: Glass, Plastic (PET), and Aluminum; each of which will produce a different outcome for our product. The following are the top 10 benefits for filling a liquid in a glass, plastic (PET), or aluminum bottle. The findings are based on web research, professional experience, industry experts, and consumer reports.
Top 10 Glass Bottle Benefits:
� Has the purity of structure that makes any interaction with the stored liquid impossible � Impermeable. � No odor. � Versatility in shape and color. � Reusable. � According to a study in 2004, 72 % of consumers find glass ideal packaging for organic products. � Excellent clarity. � Glass containers are distinctive, convenient and practical. � Glass containers are used for premium quality foods. � Glass has the advantage of preserving a certain temperature for a longer period of time.
Top 10 Aluminum Bottle Benefits:.
� New aluminum bottle design will most likely appeal to customers and increase sales. � Technology used to produce the aluminum bottle has proven strong. � Aluminum is highly recyclable. � New aluminum bottle will help increase brand identity with company product lines. � Customers are willing to pay for the added value. � Lighter and more impact-resistant than glass. � Durable. � Re-sealable. � More convenient package for the on-the-go consumer. � Cools products more quickly than glass or plastic.
Top 10 Plastic Bottle Benefits.
� Inexpensive. � Readily available. � Do not break easily. � Recyclable. � Light weight. � Can be produced on site. � Versatility in shape and color. � Product is visible (PET). � Less expensive to ship. � Made of natural resources.
Along with all of these benefits come a few disadvantages. The following are a few issues to consider when choosing a material to fill our product in.
Glass Disadvantages:.
� Breakage. � High Shipping Rates. � More energy to recycle. � Expensive material.
Aluminum Disadvantages:.
� Dent easily. � Expensive to produce. � Shorter shelf life. � Possible chemical leaching if product is dented.
Plastic Disadvantages:.
� BPA toxins are found in most plastic. � Not all plastic can be recycled. � Uses Earths natural resources. � Chemical leaching into product if heated.
Glass, although heavy and expensive, portrays quality and added value to the product. Glass on the other hand is safe and creates awareness to consumers that your product is the real thing. Aluminum can be reused over and over again and is beginning to push out glass and especially plastic containers.
When choosing between glass, plastic or aluminum to fill our product in, it is important to also find a manufacturer who understands these materials well and is able to fill these types of bottles with extreme efficiency with a Custom Glass bottles Manufacturer