In today’s retail landscape, sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s a requirement. One area where grocery retailers can make a major impact is produce packaging at the point of sale. Traditional bag-on-a-roll systems are familiar but often lead to excessive waste, operational inefficiencies, and customer frustration.
Enter Pinch Pull™, EP Group’s award-winning self-opening produce bag system—engineered to reduce waste by up to 30% while improving the shopping experience.
Bag-on-a-roll dispensers have been the industry standard for decades. But they come with some hidden costs:
🗑️ Excessive waste: Shoppers often pull 2–3 bags by accident
🧼 Hygiene concerns: Customers need to moisten fingers or touch surfaces
🕒 Slow checkout prep: Tangled bags slow produce weighing and bagging
All of this adds up to lost product, added cleanup, and higher bag usage per store.
Originally launched in the UK with major grocers, Pinch Pull™ has proven itself with measurable impact:
🔹 30% reduction in bag waste (vs. standard rolls)
🔹 Improved hygiene – no “finger-licking” needed
🔹 One-at-a-time dispensing – less mess, more control
🔹 Refill in seconds – simple 900-bag drop-in packs
🔹 Multiple format options – metal or plastic dispensers, header cards, boxed packs
Whether you’re outfitting new stores or retrofitting old ones, this system can help cut costs while demonstrating your brand’s commitment to sustainability.
Pinch Pull™ isn’t your only option. EP Group USA also offers a full portfolio of eco-forward produce packaging:
♻️ Paper produce bags with glassine windows
🌱 Compostable bags (OK Home & EN13432 certified)
🔄 Reusable mesh bags made from recycled PET
🛍️ Drawstring bags for high-end retail or branded programs
We can help you match the right solution to your customer base, budget, and compliance needs.
Retailers who adopt Pinch Pull™ or its sustainable alternatives often see:
🔽 Reduced reordering frequency
⏱️ Faster throughput in produce sections
👍 Higher shopper satisfaction
📊 Improved ESG reporting on waste reduction
With growing pressure to reduce single-use plastics and improve operational efficiency, now is the perfect time to rethink produce packaging. EP Group USA combines global innovation with local support to bring solutions like Pinch Pull™ to North American retailers.
Let’s talk about how to reduce your waste—and your costs—with better produce packaging.
EP Group is a global leader in innovative, sustainable packaging with direct manufacturing control, award-winning designs, and U.S.-based support.