If you think that a box is just a box, you are naturally going to pick the cheapest option on the market. However, the role of packaging extends beyond a simple container for your goods. In this article, we explore the three primary roles of...
Have you spent years developing your product range and preparing to launch or grow your business? If so, don’t let your efforts be let down by sub-standard packaging. All too often, postal boxes and even retail packaging are an afterthought. Therefore, quick decisions are made...
The future of packaging looks set to be a balancing act. Brands want sustainable alternatives to plastic and ways to engage with buyers. However, they also need solutions that are functional and cost-effective. So, as a packaging manufacturer, how do we tick all the boxes? A...
In a world where films, music and books can be streamed and downloaded, is there a need for physical products? We explore the reasons for, and practicalities of, media packaging. Collectable Media If you can watch, listen or read online, is there any need for vinyl, CDs,...
Consumers want appealing fresh food, at the perfect ripeness and with a decent shelf life. However, they are also keen to avoid chemical preservatives and plastic packaging. With tonnes of fruit and veg being shipped around the globe daily, can rethinking food packaging provide a...
Cardboard boxes are known to be robust and protective, which is why they are widely used for product packaging and shipping. However, if your deliveries have ever been left out in the rain, you are well aware that moisture can compromise these credentials. The same...
When shipping globally, drinks packaging has to be sufficiently robust to ensure your products arrive undamaged. How did we improve the boxes to help bring healthy hydration to more customers? Healthy Hydration Staying hydrated is vital for a healthy, energised body, so let us introduce one of...
As consumers, we are now used to spotting labels that inform us whether product packaging is recyclable and sustainable. A new voluntary scheme for the food industry may soon provide more information on the sustainability of food products. How could this help to cut the...
According to Statista research*, 47% of women and 43% of men check food labels on packaging before making a purchase. What information do consumers seek out before buying? Check the Packaging When in the shop or supermarket, some customers simply grab a product, whilst others study labels...
As millions of families across the globe struggle to afford to put food on the plate, WRAP statistics reveal that 40% of all food produced is wasted. How can packaging and labelling play a part in keeping more produce in the supply chain? Food Loss and...