Over the Christmas period, we generate 30% more waste than at any other time of the year. With a fresh approach, it is possible to reduce waste and boost recycling rates. This article provides some small changes that can help you to have a greener...
Statistics suggest that the period between Black Friday and Christmas accounts for around 30% of annual sales. Get it right and it is possible for retailers to transform their balance sheet. We are all aware of the impact that online shopping has had on the High...
Aylesbury Box Company can point you in the direction of a local foodie favourite; The Oxford Cheese Company. With an extensive range of options, purchased from artisan producers across the UK and Europe, there is something for everyone. Putting together a cheeseboard should be quite exciting....
As a manufacturer of corrugated cardboard boxes, Aylesbury Box Company is reliant on trees. We love trees and are hopeful that scientific findings will encourage the planting of more trees. The evidence indicates that the protection of existing forests and the planting of millions of...
We all know that radical changes are needed in order to improve the environmental conditions of our planet. The trouble is identifying who should take responsibility for action. As a business owner, you may see it as your responsibility to switch from plastic to cardboard packaging....
As the festive season draws closer, the challenge is on to find the perfect gift for your friends and family. If the thought of tackling the crowds leaves you cold, why not consider subscription boxes? With subscription boxes, there is considerable choice. The typical sign up...
For years, many companies have relied on polystyrene as a means of holding their items securely in place within a shipping carton. Whether a solid block or loose-fill chips, this filler material was placed in boxes to help protect goods in transit. The issue is that...
One of the most popular cardboard box designs is 0426; only surpassed by a close alternative, the 0427. Both are regularly referred to as a pizza box. Whilst one of the nation’s favourite take-aways have made these a familiar carton design, very few of our...
With a keen interest in the circular economy, Aylesbury Box Company enjoy design ideas that encourage packaging reuse. From beautifully constructed and printed boxes to packaging that becomes part of the product, we have showcased some examples in our blogs. The latest product to come to...
Metallic print and foil blocking have long been a popular choice for Christmas gift packaging. Over the past year, there has been a shift, as metallic elements have filtered into every season. From clothing and interiors to packaging and publications, metallics have been bang on-trend. Pantone...