Celebrating National Pasta Day with Packaging That Performs
Pasta has long been a staple of comfort food and catering menus across the UK — from hearty lasagne to rich spaghetti bolognese and creamy carbonara. But behind every delicious dish is a packaging solution that ensures quality, freshness, and presentation.
At Coppice, we understand that professional kitchens, caterers, and takeaway operators need packaging that not only performs under pressure but also aligns with the growing demand for sustainable, UK-manufactured solutions.
That’s where our aluminium foil trays come in — the reliable choice for ready meals, hot food delivery, and large-scale food production.
Why Aluminium Is the Smart Choice for Takeaway & Catering
In the fast-paced world of foodservice, packaging must do more than hold a meal — it must protect, preserve, and perform. Aluminium has become the material of choice for caterers and takeaway businesses because of its versatility, safety, and environmental credentials.
Key benefits of Coppice aluminium trays include:
✅ Heat Retention & Versatility – Ideal for oven, grill, and microwave applications. Perfect for lasagne, pasta bakes, and baked dishes that need to stay warm during transport or service.
✅ Infinitely Recyclable – Unlike plastic or coated card, aluminium can be recycled repeatedly without loss of quality.
✅ Lightweight & Durable – Easy to stack, transport, and store — saving space and costs for busy kitchens.
✅ Professional Presentation – Smoothwall and wrinklewall options provide a premium look for retail-ready or catering presentation.
✅ Safe & Food-Grade Certified – Manufactured to rigorous UK and EU standards, including BRC and ISO certifications.
With over 50 years of manufacturing experience at our purpose-built facility in South Wales, Coppice continues to lead the market with innovation and reliability trusted by food producers and catering brands across the UK and beyond.
Meeting the Needs of a Changing Industry
The catering and takeaway sectors have evolved rapidly, with growing demand for convenient, oven-ready packaging that supports both efficiency and sustainability.
Whether it’s restaurant-quality pasta dishes prepared for delivery, wholesale meal production, or event catering, operators are looking for packaging that ensures:
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Consistent portion control
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Leak-free transport
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Oven-to-table convenience
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Premium presentation for customers
Coppice’s smoothwall aluminium trays are designed precisely for these applications — offering a versatile range of shapes, sizes, and depths to suit every kitchen operation. Our trays are used widely across:
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Food manufacturers and processors
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Hospitality and catering services
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Ready-meal and retail brands
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Event and corporate catering
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Independent takeaways and restaurants
Sustainability That Speaks Volumes
Sustainability is no longer optional — it’s essential. Consumers are increasingly choosing brands that demonstrate environmental responsibility, and caterers are responding by partnering with suppliers who share their values.
Aluminium is infinitely recyclable, saving up to 95% of the energy required to produce virgin metal. By choosing Coppice trays, businesses reduce waste, improve recyclability rates, and align with Ecovadis Platinum-rated sustainability standards across the EP Group.
As UK-made products, Coppice trays also help reduce the carbon footprint associated with long-distance imports — supporting local jobs, supply chain security, and responsible sourcing.
Supporting Takeaway Growth with Smart Packaging
The UK takeaway market continues to thrive, with consumers seeking restaurant-quality meals that can be enjoyed at home. Aluminium packaging plays a crucial role in delivering that experience — retaining flavour, texture, and temperature without compromise.
Our Coppice Takeaway and Catering Foil Range includes:
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Rectangular trays for pasta bakes, lasagne, and hot mains
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Round and square trays for pies, pastas, and sharing dishes
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Perforated options for crisping and baking applications
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Foil board lids and PET film seal options for secure transport
Each product is engineered to withstand the rigours of commercial kitchens while ensuring sustainability and style go hand in hand.
Partner with Coppice
As part of the EP Group, Coppice combines heritage, quality, and innovation to deliver end-to-end packaging solutions for the foodservice industry.
If you’re a caterer, food manufacturer, or takeaway operator looking to reduce costs, improve sustainability, and maintain exceptional product presentation — we’re ready to help.