Packaging Supplies UK

What is Packaging?

When someone asks you to think of the word “packaging”, you will likely think of the packaging on a product of sort. Perhaps the packaging from your sandwich or drink you bought at lunch time, or the packaging for the clothes you recently ordered online. You probably don’t think of boxes, tape and bubble wrap. Packaging is the technology of enclosing or protecting products for storage, distribution, sale and use. It can be described as a coordinated system of preparing goods for transport, warehousing, logistics, sale and end use. Packaging officially contains, protects, preserves, transports, informs and sells. The earliest recorded use of paper for packaging dates back to 1035 when a Parisian traveller visiting markets in Cairo noticed that vegetables, spices and hardware were wrapped in paper for the customers when they were sold. Back in 1890, Scotsman Robert Gair invented the pre-cut cardboard or paperboard box which were flat pieces manufactured in bulk that folded into boxes. Flaked cereals actually increased the use of cardboard boxes with the Kellogg Company being the first to use cardboard boxes as cereal cartons. However, in the industry seldom use the term cardboard because it does not denote a specific material. Cardboard […]


Trends Changing the Shape of Packaging Industry

With the growing innovation in the packaging industry the expectations of the customers are also increasing a lot. With more and more advancement in the packaging technology personalisation of the products has become very important. Today customers expect a much more personalised product meeting all their requirements. One of the main reasons for personalisation is the huge database of users which packaging firms have established. 1. The Internet Of Things Although this concept has been in existence for decades however its application is still limited to the fitness devices or other similar devices. However the increasing cost of the smart packaging has provided an opportunity to come up with new innovations in this industry as well. Internet of Things could soon find its way in the Packaging Industry as well. One of the possible applications can be a micro-sensor emitting light when the best buy date of the product has passed away. Such micro-sensors can also be used for indicating if a packaging has been tampered. 2. Digital Natives As we all know that our next generation also popularly known as Millennial or Gen Y are much more tech savvy than us. They have made digital marketing a part of […]


We’ve Got You Covered

While our main aim as packaging distributors is to supply you with all the packaging supplies you could need, we also stock general supplies. We do this because sometimes a business needs to combine packaging with general supplies. General supplies can be anything from fire extinguishers to plastic cups and paper towels. Or if it’s not a business that requires general supplies, it’s you. You may require a batch of envelopes and at the same time you could realise you need some carrier bags or plastic containers.It’s funny how the mind works! We have carrier bags available in blue and white for light or heavy duties. Light duty bags are ideal for sweet shops, stall holders or convenience stores. They are also great for storing little items or products if you are moving house and do not require a box. The heavier duty bags measuring in at 11x17x21” are supermarket-style carrier bags and can take a heavier weight. These Kraft approved paper fruit and food bags are also available in different quantity packs and sizes. Ideal for grocery stores and stall holders. They are also handy to have in the home when transporting fruit or other foods to school or […]


Tips To Choose The Right Parcel Packaging Materials

Sending various kinds of items via parcels is quite common. Along with important things, people also send gift parcels to families and friends. With the launch of e-commerce sites, the ordered goods are parcelled and delivered to the door of the customer. Therefore it is quite evident from the above mentioned factors that packaging materials are very important part of parcelling and without them the ordered goods might undergo damage on the transit. It is also true that packaging materials will vary depending on the product that is being parcelled. For fragile items, additional packaging materials are provided so that the item is safe from any kind of damage. Here are some useful and effective tips for making the right choice of parcel packaging materials: Choice Of Carrier Will Decide Packaging Materials – Packaging materials should be selected depending on the carrier by which the goods are to be delivered. Different carriers handle the parcels and packaged products in different manners. Along with the carrier, the location of the carrier’s sorting station or hub also plays a major role in selecting the packaging materials. For instance when rollers are used for carrying goods, plastic packaging should be avoided as it […]


Eco-Friendly Packaging For Luxury Goods

People are getting more and more environmentally conscious and as a result, luxury brand manufacturers are switching to environment friendly packaging techniques. Previously, the focus of packing goods, especially the luxury items was primarily on the degree of attractiveness. Using a variety of materials, colors and chemicals, packaging was made brighter and bigger in order to impress the customer. However, the modern consumer is much more aware then we were a decade ago. Lifestyle choices in every household are getting more sustainable and the consumer packaging industry is equally affected.   Packaging manufacturers are switching to Eco friendly materials even if it costs them extra. It is not true anymore that prestige brands and consumers are just concerned about the looks and are indifferent to the environmental impacts. They understand that the package is just meant to give a beautiful cover and further to protect the item. As such, they are more concerned with the quality of the content rather than the package it comes with. At the same time, technology has helped evolve several Eco friendly alternatives to packaging materials like plastic, paper, etc. A prime example would be the leading fashion brand, Gucci. Gucci has launched a drive […]