Packaging Advice

Electronic packaging is arguably the most complex among all levels of packaging due to it requiring extensive engineering and skill set to come up with an optimal electronics packaging design.

Just over 50 years ago, plastic strapping began to emerge as an alternative to steel strapping. It is now one of the most commonly used methods for unitising and bundling products and pallets – especially in the construction industry.

Shipping pharmaceutical products can be complicated, and with the added pressure of the pandemic and roll out of the vaccine, we know it is more important than ever to make sure your items are protected.

For companies that ship products on a regular basis, packaging will be a huge part in your their operation. Not only does it provide the information needed to reach its destination, but protects the product through transit to ensure a safe and secure arrival.

Printing has been around since before 220AD, with the oldest type of printing technique being ‘woodcut’ that involved carving an image onto a wooden surface. Printing has evolved since then with a wide range of advanced printing methods now available to us right at our fingertips.

With the UK withdrawing from the EU, Brexit is likely to come with consequences for UK packaging suppliers. The European Union simplified the process of delivering goods between countries, and now we have withdrawn, this process will likely be more complicated. As you will already know, anything that takes more time, ultimately means more cost.

Poor packaging leads to worse issues than just a damaged product. From poor customer satisfaction, to fewer sales and revenue, simple packaging mistakes can cost your business heavily.

Consumer demand for sustainable products is ever-growing, meaning the need for bioplastics that reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease greenhouse emissions is becoming more rampant.

Concerns over sustainability and the environment is at the forefront of consumers’ minds. People are becoming more aware of the packaging systems they use, such as the mainstream linear system, and how it can be a detriment to the environment.