Frequently Asked Questions

Extrusion Blow Moulding (EBM):

• Approx. 4-6 weeks required to produce a new tool.

Single Stage Injection Stretch Blow Moulding (ISBM):

• Approx. 14-16 weeks required to produce a complete new tool (Includes Preform tool and Blow Cavities)
• Approx. 8-10 weeks required to produce blow cavities

Stretch Blow Moulding (SBM):

• Approx. 3-4 weeks required to produce a new tool.

Note: General lead times provided. We will work to improve all timelines on a job to job basis.

Primarily, plastics are lighter than other packaging materials, while still being air tight. We can manufacture lightweight components without sacrificing structural integrity of the packaging. This reduces materials consumption and waste. It also reduces weight during transportation for, which saves fuel and substantially reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Plastic is very durable and damage-resistant in production and transportation and it protects and preserves the goods contained in the package.

Bramalea uses FDA-approved, food-grade, food-safe, pharmaceutical plastic resin that is subjected to stringent testing and approval by the FDA. The ability to re-use and recycle plastic packaging reduces water pollution and air pollution from landfills. It also helps protect and preserve forests, which in turn helps the overall environment by mitigating the effects of global warming and reducing pollution.

Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) resin: FDA-approved, food-grade PCR resin is a product of recycled plastic components. Different types of PCR include: HDPE PCR, LDPE PCR and PETE PCR. We can vary the percentage of PCR mixed with virgin resins or use 100% PCR to produce HDPE, LDPE, and PETE packaging.

Uses: Personal Care & Cosmetics, Health & Beauty, Food & Beverage, Wine and Spirits, Pet Care, Household, Lawn & Garden and Industrial Packaging.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PETE) resin: FDA-approved, food-grade PETE resin is a clear, strong, lightweight, recyclable and reusable resin that is common in all major packaging markets. PETE is one of the most dependable, trusted and widely used resins in the world. It’s most notable characteristic is  a glass-like finish, with a more favorable sustainability profile versus glass. PETE is also an extremely energy-efficient material versus aluminum and several other packaging materials.

Uses: Personal Care & Cosmetics, Health & Beauty, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical, Wine and Spirits, Pet Care, Automotive, Household, Lawn & Garden and Industrial Packaging.

High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) resin: A rigid, strong and durable resin with structural properties that make it extremely resistant to various chemicals and. FDA-approved, food-grade HDPE Resin is considered to be extremely environmentally friendly. It is produced using minimal natural resources, and it is 100% recyclable and reusable, generating minimal waste.

Uses: Personal Care & Cosmetics, Health & Beauty, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical, Wine and Spirits, Pet Care, Automotive, Household, Lawn & Garden and Industrial Packaging.

Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE): Good strength and chemical resistance characteristics are the hall mark of FDA-approved, food-grade LDPE-resin. Its properties make it pliable and squeezable, while remaining strong and resilient. LDPE bottles are 100% recyclable and reusable.

Uses: Personal Care & Cosmetics, Health & Beauty, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical, Pet Care, Household, Lawn & Garden and Industrial Packaging.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): In addition to its strength and low chemical reactivity, food-grade, FDA-approved clear and rigid PVC components also exhibit extremely high resistance to oils, harsh chemicals and solvents,  and are an effective barrier to most gases. PVC resin is being phased out in favour of PETE bottles. PVC bottles may still be used in the automotive market, providing resistance against the products and chemicals they contain. 100% recycle and reusable.

Polypropylene (PP): Food Grade, FDA approved Polypropylene is mainly used within the Food & Beverage industry for any products that are hot filled. Polypropylene is able to withstand extremely hot temperatures due to its high melting point. During a hot-fill process, PP bottles are able to maintain their structural integrity and avoid deformations. PP is 100% recycle and reusable.

Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PET-G) resin: PET-G resin is clear, durable, strong and resistant to high temperatures. Food-grade, FDA-approved PET-G and PETE have similar characteristics, but PET-G doesn’t have the same clarity as PETE. Co-extruded PET-G bottles can be made with handles but PETE bottles cannot. PET-G is 100% recyclable and reusable.

Uses: Personal Care & Cosmetics, Health & Beauty, Food & Beverage, Household, Lawn & Garden and Industrial Packaging.

Medium Density Polyethylene (MDPE): FDA approved, food-grade MDPE resin is a mixture of HDPE and LDPE. The result is a resin with properties of both HDPE and LDPE. MDPE characteristics include strength, durability and chemical resistance, with a little less rigidity than Virgin HDPE. It all results in a more squeezable and flexible component. MDPE is 100% recyclable and reusable.

Uses: Personal Care & Cosmetics, Health & Beauty, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical, Pet Care, Household, Lawn & Garden and Industrial Packaging.