It has been estimated that 850 million metric tonnes of greenhouse gases will enter the atmosphere, as a result of plastic production, this year alone. Plastic starts extraction of fossil fuels and ends up contributing to environmental damage. In addition to emissions, animals and humans...
When you think of innovative technology and interactive gaming, it is unlikely that the humble cardboard box is springing to mind. Technological advances draw on fresh thinking and state-of-the-art materials, not bland, practical materials that have been around for over a Century. So, what was it...
Are you one of the many parents who has invested time and money in the ‘must have’ toy, only to watch your child spending more time playing with the big cardboard box it was packaged in? It’s a familiar story. The novelty of the toy soon...
Corrugated cardboard boxes are robust and protective. As such they are used to package goods of all shapes and sizes, including the most valuable, fragile and delicate items. Maybe it shouldn’t be a surprise that thick cardboard boxes are now being offered as a...
In light of changing shopping habits, environmental concerns and innovative ideas, corrugated cardboard is back in vogue. The humble cardboard box may have been a packaging staple for decades, but demand is growing and it is now gaining a spot in the packaging limelight. Cardboard Boxes...
Many of the Aylesbury Box Company team have children or grandchildren to entertain over the summer holidays. The prospect of six weeks without a school run is a joy, but we all need cheap and simple ways to keep the youngsters occupied. This is where the...
In the Greek Myth, Zeus gifts Pandora with a gilded box, along with strict instructions never to open it. Not knowing what's inside fuels Pandora's curiosity and temptation eventually drives her to lift the lid. When it comes to luxury packaging design, brands can use this...
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...
The scale of the global plastic problem makes it seem insurmountable. As individuals, we can feel disempowered. Even if we take a stand, how can we possibly make a difference? On our own, little can change, but we’re not on our own. Millions of people are...
Sealing a cardboard box is the final step in keeping the goods inside protected during transit. In many cases, this is achieved by taping the box shut before despatch. The tape holds the box flaps securely in place and adds to the overall strength of...