In Part one, we explained that bulk buying off-the-shelf packaging may be the cheapest option, but that doesn’t mean it’s the best value. With packaging playing a vital role in how your goods and brand are perceived, we explored the importance of aesthetic appeal, protection...
When you have a budding business venture, budgets can be tight, however, if you have goods to sell, retail packaging is a must. It can be understandably tempting to bulk buy off-the-shelf retail packaging for your goods. In terms of up-front costs, this is the...
Wood is by far the most favoured material for pallets. Wooden pallets are strong, easy to stack and have been reliably assisting the transportation of goods since the 1920s. Why would a large retailer like Ikea make the decision to switch from wood to corrugated...
At Aylesbury Box Company we are proud that the majority of our team have been with us for many years. One of the most established members of our team is Enid. If you are an existing customer, the chances are that you would have enjoyed a...
Aylesbury Box Company is a long established family business. We set up as a local cardboard packaging manufacturer and served customers within a 40-mile radius of our Aylesbury site. At the start, the large majority of our work centred on the production of large, robust industrial...
Fresh strawberries; bright, sweet and juicy, they are an official sign of the arrival of summer. Whether you enjoy yours in an Eton Mess, with scones and cream or in their natural state, strawberry season is one of the many delights at this time of...
Order a product online and your delivery box may include ‘Fragile’ or ‘This Way Up’ to improve the chances of the item reaching you in good condition. This is one small step in increasing customer satisfaction and reducing the number of returns, but beyond handling...
Last week the FESPA Global Print Expo was held in Berlin. A showcase of colour, this event shares developments in screen, digital, textile, signage and printed packaging. When it comes to changes in the industry, the exhibitor feedback reflects our own experience. Consumers are making an...
Standard, off-the-shelf packaging may be sufficient for requirements, but we’re keen to share five reasons why you should consider investing in bespoke boxes. Customers Expect More than Standard Packaging If your target customer is highly cost sensitive, then standard packaging may be acceptable. For every other business,...
A growing awareness of waste, prominent media coverage and the BBC’s Blue Planet II series are cited as the three primary reasons that the UK public are taking a greater interest in packaging. In Beyond the Box research, which surveyed 2,000 UK consumers, the majority...