Opening those annoying plastic packaging clamshells

August 29th, 2009 Alex

I found this article on Yahoo Green about opening those clamshell packages. I always hate opening those packages because there seems to be no easy way to rip it open without cutting it. Some newer packages actually have perforated lines that you can rip in the middle but they still do not work that great. The packaging is great for manufacturers and companies because it is quite tamperproof and is great for display. They can also be dangerous as I am sure plenty of people get cuts but thousands of people every year actually end up in emergency rooms because of those things. The packaging is typically made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and that is environmentally damaging.

The packages can be opened relatively easy with scissors or even a can opener. What I found to be extremely useful is the Black and Decker Cordless Power Scissor. All you need to do is just put the scissor along the edge and push the button as it runs up each side. If you run it through all four sides, you end up with a easily opened package.

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