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C5123 Weir & Carmicheal We’re proud to announce that Weir & Carmichael Ltd has been officially recertified to ISO 45001:2018, the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems. This recertification demonstrates our ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and wellbeing across all areas of our business — from our manufacturing operations to our on-site...

In the feed, seed, and pulse sector, packaging does far more than contain product. It protects quality, preserves freshness, and builds brand trust. As the industry faces growing pressure for traceability, hygiene, and efficiency, the right packaging solution can make all the difference between product loss and customer loyalty. At Weirbags, we supply packaging solutions engineered for every stage of...

In today’s drive toward sustainable waste collection, kerbside recycling bags are proving to be the smarter alternative to traditional bins and boxes. Across the UK, more local authorities and waste contractors are choosing reusable bags as a more flexible solution for household recycling programs. Unlike rigid plastic bins or open-top boxes, recycling bags are lighter, more compact, and easier to...

This July, Weirbags proudly marked a huge milestone: 70 years in business. From humble beginnings on the Liverpool docks in 1955, reselling used hessian sacks, to becoming one of the UK’s leading industrial packaging suppliers, it’s been an incredible journey of growth, evolution, and staying true to our roots. To celebrate, the whole team came together for a night to...

July 2025 marks a major milestone for us at Weirbags - 70 years in business! We're thrilled to be celebrating seven decades of growth, diversification, and resilience. From our humble beginnings in 1955, reselling used hessian sacks on the docks of Liverpool, Weirbags has grown to become one of the UK’s leading industrial packaging suppliers. Over the years, we’ve expanded...

When goods are transported over long distances by sea, they’re exposed to constant changes in temperature and humidity. These fluctuations create the perfect conditions for moisture build-up inside shipping containers, leading to problems like condensation (also known as container rain) which is a major cause of cargo damage worldwide. As an official UK supplier, our SeaDry container desiccants provide a...

As spring settles in and gardens across the UK burst back to life, many of us are out trimming hedges and preparing for the season ahead. But as any seasoned gardener knows, one of the less glamorous parts of the job is dealing with piles of green waste. Our reusable Garden Waste Bags are perfect to tackle the garden clear...

Simpler recycling legislation has come into effect for businesses in England. Here is how we can help you.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of a new Marketing Assistant, Shaun Hornby, to our growing marketing team!

Weirbags are proud to be Introducing a brand new, unique solution to kerbside recycling; the Flexibox at the Recycling and Waste Management Exhibition 2024! The Flexibox is a flexible woven polypropylene alternative to rigid kerbside recycling boxes. It’s a bag that performs just like a box! But it provides considerable cost savings.Bringing a new twist on the traditional choice of...