Cardboard, Cartonboard or Corrugated?
Cardboard is a generic term for heavy-duty paper. As such, it is used to describe different types of packaging material, most often cartonboard or corrugated cardboard. In this article, we explain the difference between the two, so you can specify your requirements to a packaging manufacturer. What’s the difference Between Cartonboard and Corrugated Cardboard? Both […]
Scary Waste Facts for Halloween
Ghosts and ghouls might give you the shivers but for us, there’s something a lot scarier. We’re talking about product and packaging waste facts. Unfortunately, this isn’t a figment of our imagination. There are shocking stats and evidence that highlight the scope of the problem. However, some groups and organisations are battling to turn things […]
Sustainable Luxury Packaging
A key discussion in the retail world is whether premium brands can have luxury packaging that is also sustainable. The conversation extends to packaging design, materials, finishes and supply chains, so let’s explore the possibilities. Designing Luxury Packaging The most successful premium packaging has been achieved by brands that focus on developing an iconic and […]
Tips for a Sustainable Return to School
Congratulations! You’ve survived the summer holidays! Now it’s time to start preparing to return to school. That means shopping for shoes, pencil cases and more. We know from experience that the financial and environmental costs can soon mount up. So, is there a way to have a more affordable and sustainable return to school? Sustainable […]
How Effective Are Single Use Plastic Bans?
In a bid to change habits and reduce environmental damage, the British Government has banned several single-use plastic items in recent years. The most recent enforcements were introduced in October 2023 and included plastic cutlery, drinking straws and polystyrene food containers. In response to these measures producers and retailers were forced to source alternatives that […]
Festival Essentials: Single-use Cardboard Tents
Come rain or shine, the festival season is in full swing. At each event, hundreds or thousands of tents are erected to provide temporary accommodation over the weekend. However, many are never packed up and reused. So, let’s look at an alternative option, sustainable, single-use cardboard tents. Musicians Cutting the Carbon Footprint of Touring Glastonbury […]
Bespoke Boxes for Books
Are you on the lookout for a great novel for your summer holidays? Let us tell you about a hidden gem. Coles Books in Bicester is one of those delightful independent shops that exceeds expectations. It will remind you of the joy of buying a book and reading. And, if you order online, your books […]
Steps Towards Net Zero: Our Fleet
Aylesbury Box Company is taking multiple steps towards Net Zero. We are considering every aspect of our operations to consider where measures can minimise our carbon footprint. As one of these steps, we have recently switched to an electric fleet. Why Net Zero? Scientific research makes it clear that the increasing volumes of carbon dioxide […]
Green Initiatives
Ambitions to reduce carbon emissions and waste require investment in green technologies and incentives to encourage sustainable practices. The Plastic Packaging Tax is one initiative aimed at convincing manufacturers and retailers to embrace alternative packaging materials. But, does it go far enough or do we need more green initiatives? Investment in Green Initiatives The UK […]
Sustainable Shoes & Boxes
Did you know that the average British woman is said to own 34 pairs of shoes? Despite this, the footwear market forecast shows this is a growth area. Interestingly, UK consumers are showing greater interest in sustainable shoe brands and shoe boxes. In the Market for Sustainable Shoes Once our feet stop growing, a well-made […]
Tick All The Boxes to Keep You on Track
New Year’s resolutions; we make them, we break them. However, don’t give up! The majority focus on beneficial improvements that could help us live a fuller life. So, if you need a boost to get you back on track, let us help you tick the boxes. New Year’s Resolutions Every year, around a third of […]
Printed Packaging for 3D Printing Company
What’s the ideal side hustle for construction engineers? The answer for the husband and wife team at KihaiaPrints was to make something. With an interest in technical modelling, they invested in a 3D printing machine, to provide an accessible route into manufacturing. They came to us with a request for printed packaging. Introducing Kihaia Prints […]
Sustainable Christmas Cards
Sending Christmas cards is a seasonal tradition and there are ways to maintain this custom and minimise environmental impact. Will you pledge to go green for the 2023 festivities? Why Do We Send Christmas Cards? Let’s be honest, most of the mail that drops into our letterboxes are bills or generic flyers. For this reason, […]
All Boxes Big & Small
Aylesbury Box Company manufactures cardboard boxes to your specifications. For boxes big or small, simply tell us what you need and we’ll advise on the most effective and affordable packaging solutions. Big Boxes or Something Smaller? Our experienced team produce thousands of standard-sized boxes for manufacturers, retailers and fulfilment companies across the UK. However, with […]
Eco Processes, Products & Packaging
We supply sustainable, printed boxes to a small company in Penzance, so they can ship their products to customers across the UK. For this brand, strong eco-credentials underpin their processes, products and packaging. Boxes of Cornish Delights When you think of Cornish delights, what springs to mind? Is it pasties, scones piled high with clotted […]
Circular Thinking: Glass Jars & Cardboard Boxes
When a company has been successfully built around environmentally and socially sustainable principles, circular thinking comes naturally. Every decision considers the full impact of production and processes. This means packaging materials that are made from recycled material and are widely recycled. E-commerce Packaging for Sustainable Sea Salt We were recently contacted by Joshua, who enquired […]
Natural, Practical & Sustainable
Our brown kraft boxes, with a simple white print, were the perfect choice for a brand that specialises in organic baby blankets and comforters. They wanted 100% recyclable packaging; natural, practical and sustainable, just like the items they sell. Bambamboo Baby Blankets Bambamboo Baby designs neutral, comforting and personalised keepsakes from organic cotton and bamboo. […]
How Sustainable is your Food?
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 environmental impact of our meals? Could Eco Packaging Labels Inform […]
Are Supermarkets Fulfilling the Pledge to Cut Plastic Packaging?
As a supplier, are you still wrapping your goods in plastic packaging? As a retailer, are you taking action to encourage your suppliers to cut out excessive plastic use? Many shoppers, independent shops and small-scale producers are making a conscious effort to reduce plastic use and plastic waste. Quick to respond to consumer demand and […]
Best Practice in the Packaging Sector
In the past, the production of goods was a linear process. Items were designed, raw materials were supplied, the goods were manufactured and used, then dumped. The same process applied to the packaging; it was simply a disposable means of transporting goods. It is now realised that for both goods and packaging, a circular model […]
Packaging Design for the Circular Economy
This is an exciting time in all design fields. Greater environmental awareness has challenged traditional thinking. It has now become important to consider the entire process, from how and where materials are sourced, through manufacture, use and on to recyclability. Packaging design used to focus solely on selling the product. It was often elaborate, with […]
How to have a More Sustainable Christmas
The festive celebrations can be a time of excess. It’s easy to get carried away and splash out on far more than you need. With a little thought, it is possible to make sustainable choices and that doesn’t mean compromising on the fun. Reducing Packaging Waste As a cardboard box manufacturer, Aylesbury Box Company knows […]
