Clutton Caveman Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 I have just received my new season ticket. First impression was " wow that's nice" on reflection I am not so happy. If the package did not have the foam layer it could go directly into the cardboard recycle bin. With the foam it cannot. The foam is totally non recyclable. Few people will separate the foam from the cardboard. As such over 12,000 of these will go to landfill. The board will break down in time, the foam will take decades. The key ring is nice but I bet that over 50% stay at the back of a drawer or get thrown out for more landfill. Bearing in mind our financial; position, would anyone not been happy with a strong envelope containing the card and if necessary the key ring. This has nothing to do with sale promotion. We have all already purchased. Hate to see such a waste of money and no regard for the environment. 6 2 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 3 minutes ago, Clutton Caveman said: I have just received my new season ticket. First impression was " wow that's nice" on reflection I am not so happy. If the package did not have the foam layer it could go directly into the cardboard recycle bin. With the foam it cannot. The foam is totally non recyclable. Few people will separate the foam from the cardboard. As such over 12,000 of these will go to landfill. The board will break down in time, the foam will take decades. The key ring is nice but I bet that over 50% stay at the back of a drawer or get thrown out for more landfill. Bearing in mind our financial; position, would anyone not been happy with a strong envelope containing the card and if necessary the key ring. This has nothing to do with sale promotion. We have all already purchased. Hate to see such a waste of money and no regard for the environment. I thought Huboo paid for the packaging - its what they do. I would also think that the vast majority won't be chucking the boxes away ? Key rings already in use here and I would think the same for the majority ? 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glynriley Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 1 minute ago, bcfc01 said: I thought Huboo paid for the packaging - its what they do. I would also think that the vast majority won't be chucking the boxes away ? Key rings already in use here and I would think the same for the majority ? This. Kept the box (there was no foam in it..?) Key ring is in me sky rocket...with me keys on..!!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBW Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 (edited) Christ. Don't know why the club ******* try. It's a gesture. Seemed a nice thought to me. If your'e that bothered about landfill go moan to Hallmark and Clinton Cards about the amount they cause to go to waste on cards, singing cards, pin badges, etc. Edited July 20, 2022 by TBW 16 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted July 20, 2022 Admin Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 Some times I really despair 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 43 minutes ago, bcfc01 said: I thought Huboo paid for the packaging - its what they do. I would also think that the vast majority won't be chucking the boxes away ? Key rings already in use here and I would think the same for the majority ? Gonna keep my old season cards in mine. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendip City Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 2 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Gonna keep my old season cards in mine. Good idea! I’ll do the same - if I can remember where the old ones are!! the only improvement I’d have made to a nice gesture from the club would have been to add a fixture list. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 My thoughts on this is just how slow is the post in Clutton? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 Just now, GrahamC said: My thoughts on this is just how slow is the post in Clutton? He lives in a cave apparently - difficult to find no doubt. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frenchred Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 1 hour ago, Clutton Caveman said: I have just received my new season ticket. First impression was " wow that's nice" on reflection I am not so happy. If the package did not have the foam layer it could go directly into the cardboard recycle bin. With the foam it cannot. The foam is totally non recyclable. Few people will separate the foam from the cardboard. As such over 12,000 of these will go to landfill. The board will break down in time, the foam will take decades. The key ring is nice but I bet that over 50% stay at the back of a drawer or get thrown out for more landfill. Bearing in mind our financial; position, would anyone not been happy with a strong envelope containing the card and if necessary the key ring. This has nothing to do with sale promotion. We have all already purchased. Hate to see such a waste of money and no regard for the environment. Do you ever go to parties? Bet your a bundle of laughs at them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannerman Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 1 hour ago, Clutton Caveman said: I have just received my new season ticket. First impression was " wow that's nice" on reflection I am not so happy. If the package did not have the foam layer it could go directly into the cardboard recycle bin. With the foam it cannot. The foam is totally non recyclable. Few people will separate the foam from the cardboard. As such over 12,000 of these will go to landfill. The board will break down in time, the foam will take decades. The key ring is nice but I bet that over 50% stay at the back of a drawer or get thrown out for more landfill. Bearing in mind our financial; position, would anyone not been happy with a strong envelope containing the card and if necessary the key ring. This has nothing to do with sale promotion. We have all already purchased. Hate to see such a waste of money and no regard for the environment. Get a life or if it bothers you that much which obviously it does then give it to someone that appreciate it more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeez Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 1 hour ago, TBW said: Christ. Don't know why the club ******* try. It's a gesture. Seemed a nice thought to me. If your'e that bothered about landfill go moan to Hallmark and Clinton Cards about the amount they cause to go to waste on cards, singing cards, pin badges, etc. They just need to stop and think! 12,000 pcs of unnecessary foam that will take 1,000 years to break down in landfill or get burnt into the atmos. it really annoys me that companies still do thoughtless crap like this. With regards to the businesses you mention all are in serious decline as consumer behaviour has already changed and they haven’t. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimme Shelton Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 Another cheerful Charlie sucking the fun out of everything. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannerman Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 8 minutes ago, Jeez said: They just need to stop and think! 12,000 pcs of unnecessary foam that will take 1,000 years to break down in landfill or get burnt into the atmos. it really annoys me that companies still do thoughtless crap like this. With regards to the businesses you mention all are in serious decline as consumer behaviour has already changed and they haven’t. Get the 12,000 pcs and set fire to them - done. Then your happy ( forget about the fumes, just don’t look) 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 22 minutes ago, Jeez said: They just need to stop and think! 12,000 pcs of unnecessary foam that will take 1,000 years to break down in landfill or get burnt into the atmos. it really annoys me that companies still do thoughtless crap like this. With regards to the businesses you mention all are in serious decline as consumer behaviour has already changed and they haven’t. 14,000. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeez Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 38 minutes ago, bcfc01 said: 14,000. Even better! Smashing the sustainability goals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East End Old Boy Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Jeez said: They just need to stop and think! 12,000 pcs of unnecessary foam that will take 1,000 years to break down in landfill or get burnt into the atmos. it really annoys me that companies still do thoughtless crap like this. With regards to the businesses you mention all are in serious decline as consumer behaviour has already changed and they haven’t. Don’t forget the Bristol Bears send outs! Edited July 20, 2022 by East End Old Boy And Bristol Flyers!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pezo Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 I do find it funny what people care about on this forum, offend someone or hurt someone's feelings and the prevailing wisdom is you scum, were getting deep into a climate crisis and someone brings up the waste caused by packaging the club has produced and they are a killjoy and people dispair at the sentiment. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 5 hours ago, Davefevs said: Gonna keep my old season cards in mine. I’ve done the same. Of course you could question why keep them, but too soon! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 6 hours ago, Clutton Caveman said: I have just received my new season ticket. First impression was " wow that's nice" on reflection I am not so happy. If the package did not have the foam layer it could go directly into the cardboard recycle bin. With the foam it cannot. The foam is totally non recyclable. Few people will separate the foam from the cardboard. As such over 12,000 of these will go to landfill. The board will break down in time, the foam will take decades. The key ring is nice but I bet that over 50% stay at the back of a drawer or get thrown out for more landfill. Bearing in mind our financial; position, would anyone not been happy with a strong envelope containing the card and if necessary the key ring. This has nothing to do with sale promotion. We have all already purchased. Hate to see such a waste of money and no regard for the environment. Calm down Greta 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leveller Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 7 hours ago, Davefevs said: Gonna keep my old season cards in mine. What on earth for?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 1 hour ago, eardun said: I’ve done the same. Of course you could question why keep them, but too soon! 28 minutes ago, Leveller said: What on earth for?? Because Eardun thought it was a good idea too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted July 20, 2022 Report Share Posted July 20, 2022 36 minutes ago, Leveller said: What on earth for?? So they don't go into landfill..! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richyy66 Posted July 21, 2022 Report Share Posted July 21, 2022 9 hours ago, Clutton Caveman said: I have just received my new season ticket. First impression was " wow that's nice" on reflection I am not so happy. If the package did not have the foam layer it could go directly into the cardboard recycle bin. With the foam it cannot. The foam is totally non recyclable. Few people will separate the foam from the cardboard. As such over 12,000 of these will go to landfill. The board will break down in time, the foam will take decades. The key ring is nice but I bet that over 50% stay at the back of a drawer or get thrown out for more landfill. Bearing in mind our financial; position, would anyone not been happy with a strong envelope containing the card and if necessary the key ring. This has nothing to do with sale promotion. We have all already purchased. Hate to see such a waste of money and no regard for the environment. Just chuck it in your Black Bin we wont tell anyone.. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leveller Posted July 21, 2022 Report Share Posted July 21, 2022 10 hours ago, Davefevs said: Because Eardun thought it was a good idea too. I thought I was a hoarder, but clearly have a lot to learn! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clutton Caveman Posted July 21, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2022 As the author of this post I am shocked and dismayed by most of the reaction. I am not a green nut case, I drive a petrol car and fly quite a lot for work BUT my point was if this package was necessary it would be 100% recyclable if the packer material used to create the indent for the contents was eliminated. The cut out in this section would also have gone to waste. I work in the packaging industry when massive thought goes into creating functional packaging that can be easily recycled. such as getting rid of shrink wrap for coke cans and the plastic rings for 6 beer packs. Bearing in mind the heat of the last few days should we not at least think about recycling 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East End Old Boy Posted July 21, 2022 Report Share Posted July 21, 2022 1 hour ago, Clutton Caveman said: I work in the packaging industry when massive thought goes into creating functional packaging that can be easily recycled. such as getting rid of shrink wrap for coke cans and the plastic rings for 6 beer packs. Bearing in mind the heat of the last few days should we not at least think about recycling I worked in the packaging industry for over 40 years and have seen many changes during this time. I am very sceptical about the “green” motives of companies, as profit still comes before environment, I know as I’ve championed it! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leveller Posted July 21, 2022 Report Share Posted July 21, 2022 36 minutes ago, East End Old Boy said: I worked in the packaging industry for over 40 years and have seen many changes during this time. I am very sceptical about the “green” motives of companies, as profit still comes before environment, I know as I’ve championed it! But a lot of stuff is still wildly overpackaged - you can still find four small croissants in a plastic tray tucked inside a plastic wrapper. Getting rid of a lot of that would be more profitable. I wonder how often the packaging costs more than the goods inside. They just need to dial down a bit on the over protection of the product. And the packaging that is purely for marketing purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReds Posted July 21, 2022 Report Share Posted July 21, 2022 Don't start looking into where those tens of billions of blue masks have ended up, you'll give yourself a heart attack. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pillred Posted July 21, 2022 Report Share Posted July 21, 2022 (edited) 23 hours ago, Clutton Caveman said: I have just received my new season ticket. First impression was " wow that's nice" on reflection I am not so happy. If the package did not have the foam layer it could go directly into the cardboard recycle bin. With the foam it cannot. The foam is totally non recyclable. Few people will separate the foam from the cardboard. As such over 12,000 of these will go to landfill. The board will break down in time, the foam will take decades. The key ring is nice but I bet that over 50% stay at the back of a drawer or get thrown out for more landfill. Bearing in mind our financial; position, would anyone not been happy with a strong envelope containing the card and if necessary the key ring. This has nothing to do with sale promotion. We have all already purchased. Hate to see such a waste of money and no regard for the environment. It would have been better if the package had been simpler and they had included a fixture list and wallet like they used to which to most would have been more useful than a keyring but I suppose it's nice they went to the effort to make it a bit more memorable. I will just have to recycle one of my old ones. Edited July 21, 2022 by pillred Spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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