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Custom Printed Bottles: How to Recycle Them (Eventually)

December 2, 2016Plastics News, Reusable Water Bottle TipsRecycled MaterialsBulletin Bottle

Let’s face the hard reality: Some day you may have to get rid of some water bottles. Maybe you’re moving and need to lighten your load. Perhaps they’ve come to the end of their life span. Or—gasp—you just don’t like a certain water bottle and want to ditch it.

Wait! Don’t throw away your unwanted custom printed bottles. Find out how or if they can be recycled. Yes, you can likely recycle those poor bottles, furthering their sole purpose of decreasing plastics waste (you know, the reason you first switched to reusable bottles in the first place).

So how do you figure this out? Easy…just use the SPI’s resin ID coding system. Huh? What the…? Let us explain: Continue reading →

Our Newest Tritan Water Bottle is Sticker-ready!

September 19, 2016Bulletin Bottle Products, Staff ReviewsBPA-Free Bottles, Tritan BottlesBulletin Bottle

Retail water bottle brands are hotter than ever, and we have seen an increase in clients wanting the trendy look of those bottles with their branding added. That’s why, in addition to our three S’well-inspired bottles, we’ve added the XL Tritan Bottle with Tethered Lid.

The staff member who was testing this bottle said it mysteriously disappeared from her cabinet, only to turn up in nearly unrecognizable form in her college student’s bag. You see, this bottle is super popular amongst college-aged students for they love to adhere stickers to the bottle and show off their individuality. These sticker-covered bottles can be seen all over college campuses nationwide, and the bigger the bottle the better! That’s why we chose an extra-large 34-ounce capacity for our newest Tritan water bottle. Continue reading →

BPS (No, That’s Not a Typo) and Bulletin Bottle

September 2, 2016Plastics NewsAluminum Bottles, BPA-Free BottlesBulletin Bottle

bpa-bps-comparison By now most of you know what BPA is, or at least that you likely want to avoid it when possible, especially in your water bottles. Good news on that front…all of Bulletin Bottle’s products are BPA free (read here for more information).

So, what happens when the factory can’t use BPA anymore? What do they do? Well, they use an alternative. One of those (and there are MANY) is commonly referred to as BPS. But let’s back up. Continue reading →

Transform your Project with Innovative Water Bottle Printing!

August 19, 2016Bulletin Bottle Products, Promotion IdeasPrinting IdeasBulletin Bottle

Wrap, one side printing, spot color, digital…there are so many water bottle printing techniques! Ultimately, your artwork, messaging, or logo prints within a set imprint area, determined by the bottle you choose and the print capabilities of the machine.

But (and this is a BIG but), not anymore! There are some seriously innovative print methods (on select water bottles) for amazing projects that take your bulk water bottles to the next level—the sleek, retail branding level!

Even organizations with strict brand guidelines can get creative and jump outside of the box for a truly one-of-a-kind end result! Continue reading →

Best Promotional Water Bottles: Road Test!

August 9, 2016Bulletin Bottle Products, Staff ReviewsSustainabilityBulletin Bottle

This photo was taken from a car that was chock-full of water bottles!

I recently traveled across the country with my family—and some of our employees’ favorite water bottles. Two weeks and 3000 miles later, I definitely have an opinion as to what the best promotional water bottles on our site are. My needs may not match yours, but I can say without a doubt that these are my favorites…and are worth every penny! Continue reading →

Kids Water Bottles: LL Bean Product Recall Information

July 21, 2016Plastics NewsChild SafetyBulletin Bottle

kids water bottle recall from LL Bean — These kids water bottles from LL Bean were recently recalled (these are NOT Bulletin Bottle water bottles).

The recent kids water bottle recall announced by LL Bean hammers home the importance of product safety—whether in the promotional products industry or in everyday shopping trips. It also reinforces Bulletin Bottle’s strict policy on child safety, and reminds us all of why this is in place.

This week, approximately 6,700 kids water bottles, sold exclusively at outdoor retail giant L.L. Bean, are being recalled because of lead concerns, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The CPSC said the lead solder at the exterior base of the bottle contains high levels of lead. The recall involves five styles of insulated water bottles with printed graphics meant to appeal to children. Continue reading →

Five Ways to Beat the Heat with Promotional Water Bottles

July 8, 2016Promotion IdeasBulletin Bottle

CRBSPRINTSS-All w Logo_560x560 Summer’s here! Actually, in some places, it’s just getting started. Hydration is a critical element in staying healthy this season and it’s no wonder why promotional water bottles are insanely popular when the temps rise.

Here are 5 ways to beat the heat this summer with a water bottle promotion: Continue reading →

BPA Free Bottles: Still the Best Option

July 1, 2016Bulletin Bottle Products, Plastics NewsBPA-Free BottlesBulletin Bottle

BPA has been a regular player in consumer products for more than 40 years, and for at least ten of those years its safety has also been questioned. This week, yet another study has been published about exposure to and negative effects of BPA—this time in canned foods. It again reinforces the importance of choosing only BPA free bottles for your drinking water.

The study suggests that certain canned foods have higher concentrations of BPA than others. The researchers found that people who consumed one canned food item in the past day had about 24% higher concentrations of BPA in their urine compared with those who had not. Continue reading →

Custom Contigo Water Bottles Now at Bulletin Bottle!

June 18, 2016Bulletin Bottle ProductsBPA-Free Bottles, Child Safety, Schools, Tritan BottlesBulletin Bottle

Contigo water bottles are engineered for active lifestyles. Maybe that’s why they’re so popular! So, by popular demand, we are excited to offer two custom Contigo water bottles—available NOW on our site!

The custom Contigo water bottles we offer are the same ones you see in retail stores. They have the same thoughtful, durable construction. The Contigo AutoSpout is the same innovative pop-up spout and integrated cover that people love. And the lifetime guarantee is the same (phew!). The difference? Since you’re buying in bulk, you’ll save money…and your logo will be on the bottles! Continue reading →

Cheap Water Bottles for Fundraisers: Think Beyond Your Budget

June 2, 2016Bulletin Bottle Products, Promotion IdeasFundraisers, Nonprofits, SchoolsBulletin Bottle

Many of our nonprofit clients that hold water bottle fundraisers think they want to buy cheap water bottles to resell. After all, getting the most bottles you can for the money makes sense, right? At first glance, it might seem that way. However, this is not usually the way to maximize a return on your investment.

We understand that there is a lot of competition between equally worthy organizations for fundraising dollars. While not all nonprofit demographics will support a $20 per-bottle fundraiser, finding a “sweet spot” between initial cost and return will yield a much more successful fundraiser than you think.

Don’t believe us? Consider these three examples: Continue reading →