Tips on Christmas Gift Packaging
In the last week, we’ve been contacted by a couple of small, independent retailers. They are looking for assistance with designing Christmas Gift Packaging. As they intended to sell stock at Festive Artisan Markets starting in November, there is just enough time to turn things around. However, we started working on Advent Calendar designs and […]
Compostable Bags for Recycling Coffee
When the barista in your favourite independent café makes you the perfect coffee, it can give you the boost you need to get through the day. But did you know that the waste coffee grounds can revitalise your garden as much as your mind? We recently delivered compostable bags to Aylesbury Town Council for its […]
Football Shirts ‘In the Box’
We’ve recently delivered printed packaging to a specialist retailer with an unwavering dedication to the beautiful game. As a supplier of authentic kits, what did he need to put football shirts in the box? The Love of Football Nations’ hopes are currently pinned on their team making it through to the finals of the Euros. […]
The Benefits of FSC® Certified Products
Do you look out for the tick tree logo on paper and wood products? Have you spotted it on notebooks, furniture, toilet rolls or packaging? This small symbol indicates ethical processes have been followed to make that product. So, what are the benefits of FSC® certified products? What is the FSC®? We all know that […]
Packaging Reuse for Second Hand September
Second Hand September is an ideal occasion to consider the options for buying second hand, reusing what you have or donating. These sustainable actions provide cost savings and promote creative thinking. What is Second Hand September? Second Hand September was launched by Oxfam in 2019 to encourage shoppers to make choices that are kinder to […]
What Causes Deforestation?
Forests have always provided resources for the people and animals that live on Earth. However, the demand for certain products has made it profitable to chop down significant areas of forest, replacing the trees with agriculture. Can the actions we take as businesses in Europe have any impact on reducing deforestation in tropical rainforests? What […]
E-commerce Packaging: Where to Start
Your product range is sorted and now you need e-commerce packaging. So, how do you know what you need when this isn’t your area of expertise? For many online retailers, the easy option is to order off-the-shelf postal boxes, but this is unlikely to be cost effective. For this reason, this article provides advice to […]
Out of the Blue Packaging
Many brands are looking for bold, impactful e-commerce boxes, yet, to keep shipping costs down, they are price sensitive. Having listened to their requirements, one of the options we recommend is flood printing. What is Flood Printing? Flood printing, also called flood coating, is a print process where the entire surface is covered in a […]
Packaging EPR: Latest Guidance
Every UK packaging company is aware of the forthcoming changes to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). This comes into play from January 2023, placing greater recycling responsibility on the packaging industry. The aim is to encourage sustainable packaging design and practices. EPR also applies to companies packaging own brand goods to sell in the UK, including […]
Exploring Packaging Material Innovations
When Aylesbury Box Company first opened its doors, polystyrene inserts and bubble wrap were widely used as void fillers. Many brands favoured layers of packaging to heighten the perception of luxury or value for money. Plastic was widely accepted as a desirable packaging material. Awareness of the impact of packaging waste on the environment has […]
Impactful Packaging Design
Bold and impactful packaging design helps to make a brand memorable. When a Pets Love Fresh e-commerce box arrives at the door, we’re sure that even the dog associates it with their favourite lunch! Pets Love Fresh Our bodies need nutritious food to function at their best and it is no different for dogs. When […]
What’s on the Cards for Cardboard Packaging?
Meeting the demand for cardboard packaging has been a bit of a rollercoaster ride for Aylesbury Box Company and other packaging manufacturers. Globally, demand outstripped supply in early 2021 and we had to respond. We expanded to fulfil customer orders, but what is in store for 2022? Demand for Corrugated Cardboard The reliance on deliveries […]
Cardboard Boat Races
Corrugated cardboard is a resilient material; strong, insulating and cushioning. It is widely used to transport goods, but on a few days of the year, cardboard can also be found transporting people on the water. The time to sign up for novelty boat races is approaching! The Boat Race and Cardboard Boat Races At the […]
Supplies to Keep Hospital Hygienic
The demands on hospitals, pharmacies and other healthcare centres have been pushed to the limits through the Covid-19 pandemic. The pressures on nurses, doctors, cleaners and support teams have been relentless. Gratitude for all NHS workers has skyrocketed. This country is so fortunate to have dedicated teams who offer high levels of healthcare when we […]
Designed, Made, Supplied and Delivered
Bespoke fittings company, Corston Architectural Detail, were looking for a UK packaging company. They wanted simple, yet protective, plastic-free packaging with white print. Aylesbury Box Company were one of the few packaging suppliers who could offer a raw cardboard finish with vivid-white ink print. Interior Design Fittings Corston Architectural Detail design, make and supply premium […]
What I Wish I’d known about E-commerce Packaging
If you are about to launch an online business, there is so much to consider. Insight from others can be invaluable, so let us share some points that have been raised in discussions with other online retailers. We hope they help you to make informed decisions about e-commerce packaging. The Right Level of Protection will […]
Fresh Thinking in Packaging Design
When it comes to environmental criteria, plastic has a bad reputation. It may have a myriad of practical uses, but there are two primary problems with plastic: It isn’t biodegradable Only 14% of plastic waste is collected and recycled These two factors result in a high volume of material waste which pollutes our seas and […]
