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It’s easy to forget about packaging during the festive season. However, when you start looking at the facts and figures associated with Christmas packaging, it can be both surprising…
As a manufacturer of packaging, GWP take obvious pride in our products. But’s that not to say we don’t find some packaging pointless, excessive, unnecessary or even downright…
Unless you have been otherwise pre-occupied, you’ll know that Black Friday is on the rise. Today is the day when there are bargains to be found both online and in-store…
Whilst reusable packaging won’t be right for every business – and for many single trip packaging will be the better option – it can have significant benefits if used in the correct,,,
This guide highlights 17 compelling reasons why your business should move away from high volume corrugated packaging, and begin to use RTP instead. It covers the various ways…
This guide highlights 10 of the most common errors people make when producing their print files for corrugated packaging, and how you can avoid making the same mistakes yourself…
This guide not only explains what litho printed packaging and digitally printed packaging are and how they work, but also how to make an informed decision on the best option for your specific…
This guide sets out the 4 main types of printing that can be used for cardboard transit, retail or ecommerce packaging, plus which is most applicable for your business. You’ll learn…
It’s that time of year again when people’s thoughts turn to chocolate eggs – and inevitably the argument about excessive Easter packaging. This guide aims to highlight a number of…
Would your business benefit from implementing a vendor managed inventory (VMI) for your packaging? Well, there are seven tell-tale signs that you could see a significant improvement in..
Running a warehouse is an incredibly tough job. Running one efficiently and successfully is even more difficult. As such, this guide offers 45 quick tips, ideas and strategies that can be…
You may not be aware of the Producer Responsibility Regulations – more commonly known as the Packaging Waste Regulations. But if your business has a turnover of more than…
Chances are you have already seen recycling symbols on packaging you have come into contact with today. But what do they all mean? And, should your business be using them on…
The use of lithium batteries is growing exponentially – thanks to their light weight, performance and relatively low cost. But shipping lithium batteries has proven dangerous, being…
Many people simply assume it is safe to ship lithium ion batteries. But this is not the case. This guide covers the UN3480 and other regulations that govern the safe…
Moving to a Just In Time Packaging Supply (JIT) can have a huge number of benefits for your business. But what are less commonly publicised are the potential drawbacks of using a Just in…
Warehouse space is surprisingly expensive. And for many businesses, this can lead to a focus on how to reduce storage for packaging. This is because, depending on the nature and type…
Everyone has a good laugh when there is another story in the newspapers about how Amazon (or another large online retailer) has sent a tiny product in a comically oversized box…
Packaging is now so much more than just a box, having become an important branding tool. And ecommerce boxes are no exception. This guide provides 11 branding ideas for packaging…
Ever struggled to understand your packaging designer? Found yourself bogged down in technical terms that mean nothing? Or just wished things explained in plain English?
Find out more about the key component of your packaging – and how it influences everything from costs to performance. If you are using high volumes of packaging, chances are you will be…
Sourcing your packaging from different suppliers can cause problems. It may mean poor compatibility between products, reduced service and even higher costs…
A packaging tender can be difficult – but getting it right can offer huge advantages. As such, by following robust tender processes, you can ensure the supplier you appoint is the best fit…
The decision to use either returnable packaging or single trip packaging can seem somewhat insignificant. However, getting this right can have a surprising impact on your business’…
The question to ask, particularly about cheap packaging, is that is it really cheaper? Or is under specifying your packaging a false economy? Either way, it is important to get it right to…
One thing you will almost certainly be aware of is the issues your business could face from consistently supplying damaged products or parts to your customer, or having equipment…
Regardless of whether you are looking to source handling containers with dividers, or are not happy with your existing setup, this guide aims to provide a comprehensive list of the dunnage…
Ecommerce shipping has been the focus for a large number of companies, and rightly so. But not all companies offer good – or even acceptable – shipping options. In fact, securing a sale…
Depending on the size, type and nature of your business, you may find a packaging manufacturer or a packaging supplier (merchant) would be the best option for you. But how do you tell which is…
By sourcing a tote that is tailored to your specific working practices, environment, parts and components, it is possible to maintain and even improve manufacturing productivity and…
Order picking and packing can be so simple that any employees and supervisors involved with this need only minimal training. Order picking and packing can be so complicated and highly…
Manufacturing productivity is something that can make or break your business. It can have a significant impact on your costs. It can have a very significant impact on your profitability…
Creating a slick ecommerce unboxing experience can give your online business a huge boost in exposure, awareness and ultimately sales (if you get it right). This article presents some ideas…
Prices are rising across the board, and packaging costs are no exception. However, there are in fact a number of ways you can beat the packaging price increases (without begging your supplier)
When you take into account the potential options available to you when selecting a sample case for your sales team, it can seem somewhat daunting. Which colour? What size? Do I need a bespoke…
Choosing the right transit case for your business can be a tough but crucial decision. This is particularly true if you are handling or shipping high-value equipment, tools or parts…
Whether you are looking at your in-plant and lineside handling totes, or reusable supply chain packaging as a whole, it’s vital to know the critical role it plays in protecting your components…
Using the correct foam inserts can be the difference between your products arriving with your customer in one piece, or being damaged enough to be unusable or returned. They can be…
If you are reading this, it probably means you are aware of the benefits associated with product sample cases. However, did you know there is a surprisingly wide range of additional…
It is probably unlikely you need to ask “what is order fulfilment”, but it’s effectively everything your business will do between receiving an order from one of your customers and getting the…
To the vast majority of ecommerce retailers, bespoke packaging simply means their existing boxes with some print and logos added. And whilst printing ecommerce packaging is…
Due to the importance of branding on your sample cases, there is, in fact, a number of differing ways to achieve this. The exact method of branding to use depends on various factors…
Why are packaging costs rising? And are there any ways you can either overcome or mitigate these increases? Having an understanding of just why this is happening…
So although you have identified picking bins as a means to improve your order fulfilment, part retrieval, customer lead times and picking processes in general, where do you begin?
With an increasing number of companies seeing price increases across their packaging range, now is an important time to be able to analyse what truly makes up the cost of your packaging…
Protective foam inserts can actually take many forms – including those that can be designed and engineered to have precisely tailored levels of cushioning protection…
Sales meetings are the first opportunity for the presentation of your samples and latest products. The chance to outshine your competitors. The possibility to reach your target customer, or the…
Your inventory has been planned and organised (or re-organised), your stock handling systems are in place, you have a well-trained team of order pickers, and your marketing team are readying…
There is one element of your packaging that all cost reduction strategies feed back into and are ultimately defined by. The design of your packaging. But how can this make a positive…
A recent study reports that almost 8 in 10 online shoppers would switch retailers if the delivery options were not as quick, cheap and convenient as they would like. Almost two-thirds have…
Before deciding on the type of shipping case that will be most suitable for your business, it is important to map out the major considerations that will influence your choice. For example, the…
Whether you and your company’s sales team are currently using them or not, there is a very strong argument that sales presentation cases will have a significant bearing on the success…
Material handling totes. Probably one of the last things that gets considered when talking about improving productivity and efficiency in manufacturing. Yet their importance to your…
Unlike B2C operations, there are in fact a couple of ways that business to business suppliers and industrial companies can suffer from transit damage. Firstly – and as with virtually any seller…
Many companies, whilst taking a strategic, holistic view of their packaging, fail to address, or even question, one thing. Why are we using this specific grade of cardboard?
Order picking bins provide a number of obvious and hidden benefits to your operations. Starting with the obvious, they can be used to effectively organise and segment your inventory…
Unfortunately, the amount of differing ways your products or equipment could be damaged in transit is quite high. For example, shock and impact can render a product or specialist tool…
So you’ve decided that you and your sales team can benefit from using product sample cases in your presentations and sales pitches. You can see that they will protect your samples…
Cardboard crafts are superb for entertaining children with endless imaginations – these boxes are not only toys but, can be a whole universe of imaginary items and places. From pirate ships…
Whilst GWP Protective focus on creating custom engineered foams that are precisely tailored to specific items, for one-offs and very low volumes PICK N PLUCK foam inserts are a much more…
Equipment cases can be the one thing preventing costs to your business potentially running into thousands of pounds. They could be the one thing protecting your extremely expensive equipment…
If you have ever needed to source protective cases, you may have noticed that some come with an IP rating. Some are higher than others. But, more noteworthy, some claim to be waterproof….
Curious about packaging? Have you ever wondered when opening a box, “how is cardboard made?” If so, then this guide gives you a full breakdown of how cardboard is produced…
Faraday cages can come in multiple forms. Many have the appearance of metal cages, others are a fine metal mesh but at GWP Conductive ours are made out of cardboard. GWP Conductive is the…
The debate about foam, its impact on the environment, and its ability to be recycled continues. Earlier this year New York City joined 70 cities worldwide in banning the…
In a step towards becoming a ‘Greener City’ New York City has placed a ban upon polystyrene single use foams. With expanded polystyrene items difficult to recycle, the focus is now on…
With the busy Christmas shopping season looming, another date is also approaching – Peak Packaging Monday. Many retailers are indicating that Monday 24th November is their biggest…
With the summer holiday season now in full swing, it is now the perfect time to consider airline approved cases. GWP Groups online shop, Cases UK, carry a wide selection of airline approved…
