Many print & POS companies are finding their hard work undone due to improper packaging. Print and POS are often known for their creativity, but delivering exceptional work to clients extends beyond the ink on the page or setting up a sales display – it’s about ensuring that it arrives in pristine condition. The journey from print to delivery is often overlooked, yet it presents a significant opportunity to increase profits simply by embracing efficient packaging practices. Why Efficient Packaging is Important Efficient packaging serves as more than just a protective means during delivery ..read more

Automation is everywhere these days, from self-driving cars to smart home devices, it seems like we’re all on a mission to make life a little easier. Which asks the question, when was the last time you reviewed your packaging process? And could you benefit from exploring the new automated capabilities they now hold? Packaging Automation Automation can be implemented across various stages of the packaging process, from box forming to labelling and palletising. The idea is to only get what you need, starting small with automation modules and expanding as needed, allowing for growth and adaptatio ..read more

Furniture manufacturers are constantly seeking ways to boost efficiency and reduce costs, yet surprisingly, the packaging process often gets overlooked. Countless furniture manufacturers are currently grappling with a range of packaging problems that not only impact their operational efficiency but also have significant financial implications. Perhaps the most pressing concern among these challenges is the need to prevent transit damage. When your furniture arrives at its destinations in less than perfect condition, the costs incurred can be hindering, not just in financial terms, but also in ..read more

BG Sports are a licensed sports memorabilia company who have licences with most Formula 1 teams, UFC and Anthony Joshua, with many more on the way. Memorabilia is produced in house along with the manufacture of F1 show cars and driving simulators. With the business growing, space started to become an issue and given the large variety of shapes and sizes of products, packaging SKU reductions became a necessity. BG Sports researched the right solution for their operational needs and found it with Ribble Right Size. “Before we bought the machine we would spend around £400,000 on boxes and now we ..read more

Reduce your overheads with Right Size packaging! If you are looking to reduce your overheads, one often overlooked aspect of cost reduction is the choice of packaging, according to a study by the Guardian, oversized packaging leads to five million unnecessary delivery journeys every year. By adopting the principle of Right Size packaging, businesses can achieve significant savings in multiple areas. For any business involved in transporting, handling, or storing products, adopting packaging solutions that perfectly fit your products can lead to a multitude of advantages. Right Size packaging m ..read more

 Herefordshire based Evergreen Shutters are a manufacturer of bespoke shutters for domestic applications. All shutters are manufactured in the UK and painted in house. As all products are made to measure, packaging each item securely became difficult and a change was needed to eliminate transit damage and customer satisfaction. After many attempts to find the perfect packaging solution for their products they chose Ribble Right Size, a flexible on demand packaging solution that allows each product to be packaged in the perfect size box. Evergreen Shutters Associate MD, Richard Jenner said: “T ..read more

Packaging is more than just a box around your product. You may be surprised to know it can influence your cost structure, brand identity and sustainable position. Whether you are a small startup or a well-established company, your packaging process can elevate your business if done correctly. With today’s companies confronted with an array of challenges, from the escalating costs tied to manual labour to the unyielding demand for impeccable packaging consistency, it’s no wonder many are rethinking their packaging process. A significant number of forward-thinking companies have already made a s ..read more

As awareness of environmental issues has grown in recent years, consumers and businesses alike have started to prioritise sustainability in their decision-making processes. One crucial area where this shift has become evident is in packaging solutions. Sustainable packaging has emerged as a compelling answer to minimise the environmental impact of businesses while meeting the demands of conscientious consumers. Conventional packaging, especially single-use plastics, has had a devastating impact on the environment. Non-recyclable plastics and other non-biodegradable materials end up in landfill ..read more

As businesses face price rises across the supply chain in today’s challenging economic landscape, it’s essential to find areas where costs can be controlled. Rising costs impact every aspect of operations, and companies must seek innovative solutions to mitigate these costs. Packaging is one such area where cost-saving measures can be relatively straightforward to implement and can yield substantial savings. By investing in Right-Size packaging, and optimising your packaging solutions businesses can minimise costs without compromising on protection or branding.   How can you save on your ..read more

In 2021, a consultation which continued a previous consultation from 2019 started. The consultations aimed to reform the Packaging Producer Responsibility system. In the second consultation, the government set out its final proposals for the new system. The new system focused on the specific mechanisms for the introduction of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) hopes to incentivise producers to design packaging that is easy to recycle by ensuring that they pay the full net cost (FNC) of managing their packaging once it becomes waste. Th ..read more