A few things to consider when selecting which box to choose Box Style Boxes are usually shipped flat packed to save space and are then reassembled by either taping flaps or folding panels in a certain way. FEFCO codes are used to describe the style of box including how it is assembled. The most common …
We are proud to be a Staffordshire based company supporting local businesses and using local suppliers where possible. Being located in the heart of the Potteries makes us the first choice for all pottery companies as we can hold their stock which leads to quicker lead times and a reduction in cost, so important in …
We are happy to announce we have acquired a new machine! We thought it was the right time to invest in ourselves to better our consumers. Therefore, we decided to buy a GTS BOXSTAR 2508 PLUS SHORT RUN BOX MAKING MACHINE. The GTS BOXSTAR is a short run machine with a fully automatic setup enabling us to provide a variety …
What is the difference between regular cardboard and corrugated cardboard? Cardboard that is typically found in greetings cards, craft stores, and food packaging usually refers to heavy paper-pulp or a thick paper stock. This product is easily folded and formed, but doesn’t offer much product protection. Corrugated cardboard, on the other hand, is formed in …
Our customers come to us for help with reducing their cardboard packaging costs. It’s not always about the unit cost of a box, as savings can be made by looking at a number of other factors. Is your packaging the best fit? It’s worth looking at the existing pallet layout of your packaging. Is there an …
Carbon footprint and the sustainability of the forests are increasingly recognised by the packaging industry and consumers alike, primarily as a benchmark against which a reduction in carbon emissions can be measured. Here at Advanced Packaging we work closely with our clients to establish the most suitable, cost effective solutions for each individual requirement. When …