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Did you know that there is now the capacity to recycle every paper hot cup on the UK high street? But how and where?   Made from high-quality paper fibre from sustainably managed forestry the paper cups we manufacture at Benders can and are being recycled. So why are so many cups ending their journey in landfill when the fibre can be reused up to 7 times?   The key challenge the industry faces is ensuring every paper cup is taken on the right journey. From the forest where the materials are sourced, all...

2018 marks the 100 year anniversary since the end of WW1, to honour this, Benders have produced a limited edition cup to mark each year of remembrance in recognition of the sacrifices made that allows us to carry our business the way that we do today. The cups were produced in our 9oz tall vending cup, the design is symbolic to the cause with its recognisable poppy design. All cups manufactured are to be supplied through vending operators across the UK. Lest we forget.           About the Author Hannah Jones Marketing Executive- Benders Paper Cups Find me on...

3 ways printed paper cups can maximise brand exposure Last year, the UK’s £9.6bn coffee shop market grew by nearly 10%, making it one of the country’s strongest performing sectors. Standing out in this market is therefore no mean feat and, as consumers increasingly tend to taste coffee with their eyes, cup branding can make all the difference. It takes between 5-10 minutes for the average person to consume a hot drink which in turn presents the perfect opportunity for brands to share their message. Those that maximise the advertising space on...

So the government is not going to introduce a latte levy – right? According to the popular press yes that’s right – and the government has ducked its responsibilities in relation to paper cup recycling. But fast forward a few hours after this announcement and Minister Therese Coffey was playing a different tune on BBC Radio Four ‘Any Questions’ saying that whilst not the preferred route the charges were by no means ruled out. So who’s right? Well both viewpoints are right. The Government has said it is impressed with the...

Following the Environmental Audit committee’s inquiry in regard to paper cup recycling and their proposal for a tax or levy is to be raised on disposable paper cups, the issues of sustainability and recyclability within the retail and high street markets have never been more keenly in the public eye. The whole of the UK cup market faces an unprecedented challenge. One of the hurdles facing us in the paper cup industry is educating the consumer that these cups are, in fact, recyclable, Combine this with changes in recycling infrastructures, paper...

Here at Benders we have a good celebration and Christmas is no exception. Getting into the spirit of all things wintery and wonderful we are delighted to announce the production of our Christmas design paper hot beverage cup; two unique designs in a new mixed sleeve format. Demonstrating the truly amazing ability of our new print press, these “cups of good cheer” offer a jolly seasonal alternative to our Venezia design launched in September 2017. Available exclusively in 9oz tall blend, these Benders beauties were completely sold out prior to production; demonstrating how...

With the “on-the-go” market literally steaming ahead in the UK, the topic of paper cup recycling has never been hotter. Benders Paper Cups is a leading UK based dedicated paper cup manufacturer and has reinforced that commitment by signing an agreement with ACE UK (Alliance for Beverage Cartons and the Environment) along with 13 other companies from across the paper cup supply chain. From 1st January 2018, all of ACE UK’s Bring Banks will accept paper cups, delivering an additional 382 recycling points across 97 local authorities within the UK. These cups...

Benders are proud to introduce the new vending Venezia design & 12oz Max cup. Benders’ new 12oz Max vending cup increases each vending machine turret’s capacity by up to 35%. The additional capacity provides a number of benefits to the vending operator, for example; reduced machine refill visits, greater usage opportunities for twin turret machines and increased opportunities to site machines in high volume sites. The new 12oz max cup retains the rim diameter of the existing 12oz vending cup, so there is no need for operators to adjust or replace cup...

Benders are excited to support Millsons Vending’s in their very first, custom printed paper cup! Millsons are introducing their own design to reinforce the acknowledged quality of their drinks sources. Millsons are also incorporating the BRITA brand within the design, the perfect opportunity to promote the drink quality, highlighting the importance of water in the taste of the final drink. Their bespoke print has been developed into a mixed sleeve design, four separate designs which contain the same colours but with their own unique pattern, the simplicity of these designs oozes with...

Benders Paper Cups have designed six separate high-quality paper cups for Falkingham & Taylor (F&T) to spread the word about the City of Culture (CoC) 2017. Benders are a UK manufacturer with full PEFC Chain of Custody Certification and are one of the few manufacturers who can deliver beautifully branded paper cups with water based inks. With their long experience in paper manufacturing and commitment to the environment, they were the natural choice for this high-profile project. Benders’ involvement in the project began with a request from Maxine at F&T, and Jonathan...