Transit Protection: Advice & Tips to Eliminate Shipping Issues

Nanuk vs Pelican – which waterproof case should you choose?

If you need waterproof cases to protect your tools or equipment, you’ll know that many options exist. As a result, there are often comparisons between case ranges…

Richard Coombes

25th October, 2024
Retention packaging – what is it, and what are the benefits?

If your business fulfils many eCommerce orders for products that vary in size, shape, and fragility, you may already be aware of retention packaging. If not, you should…

David Mason

18th October, 2024
Foam conversion – what is it, and how it benefits your business

If your business uses protective packaging, you may have already taken advantage of foam conversion. Foam conversion is the process of turning foam material into…

Richard Coombes

15th August, 2024
What is ATA 300 packaging? General requirements and specifications

If your business manufactures and distributes aerospace parts, you’re likely familiar with ATA 300 packaging and the complexities involved with meeting this and similar standards…

Ian Heskins

9th July, 2024
Flower boxes – a guide for sourcing florist packaging for eCommerce

If your business ships flowers or plants, choosing the right flower boxes and packaging can be the difference between happy or disappointed customers.

David Mason

27th June, 2024
What is VCI, and how does it affect your packaging?

Even if your business ships metal parts, components, or products, you may still need to ask what VCI is, and be unaware of how it affects your packaging and processes.

Emily Parker

10th June, 2024
9 often overlooked advantages of hybrid packaging

If you are involved in shipping high-value industrial parts or products, you may be surprised by the advantages of using hybrid packaging. Hybrid packaging is…

Ian Heskins

22nd May, 2024
Medical device cases – 7 important considerations when sourcing

If you supply handheld equipment to medical and healthcare providers, you are likely already aware of the importance of medical device cases. Medical device cases are…

Ian Heskins

10th May, 2024
How to guide: shipping large medical equipment

If your business produces specialist, large equipment for healthcare providers, you’ve likely faced the challenges of shipping large medical equipment. Shipping large medical…

Richard Coombes

29th April, 2024
What is ESD packaging, and why does your business need it?

ESD packaging should be integral to your operations if your business manufactures or assembles electronic devices or components. But what is ESD packaging? ESD packaging…

Emily Parker

23rd April, 2024
7 important advantages of automotive returnable packaging

If your business manufactures or supplies parts to the automotive industry, it is vital that you are aware of the seven important advantages of using automotive returnable…

Ian Heskins

19th April, 2024
How to pack automotive parts – 11 vital considerations

Whether you are an OEM, tier 1 or tier 2 supplier, how you pack automotive parts can significantly impact your business success and customer relationships. To successfully…

Ian Heskins

3rd April, 2024
What is Foreign Object Damage, and how can it be prevented?

If you or your team service or repair commercial machinery, industrial equipment or even aerospace engines and systems, preventing foreign object damage is crucial…

Ian Heskins

22nd March, 2024
Maritime packaging – 7 essential characteristics

More than 90% of all goods transported globally are carried by sea freight at some point. This makes shipping by sea – and, by extension, maritime packaging—crucial to…

Richard Coombes

28th February, 2024
Heavy-duty cardboard boxes: what are your options?

Heavy-duty cardboard boxes are vital if you manufacture or sell industrial parts, bulky items, or products that require high levels of protection in transit. Yet the choice of…

Ian Heskins

15th February, 2024
Pallet packaging – 7 advantages of well-optimised boxes

If your business ships products in bulk, you may be surprised to learn that your pallet packaging – and particularly well-optimised boxes – can significantly impact your…

Richard Coombes

9th February, 2024
UK pallet sizes – what are they, and do they affect your packaging?

A common question you may have if you need to bulk ship many smaller products or particularly large items, is what are UK pallet sizes? A UK standard pallet is…

Richard Coombes

2nd February, 2024
Export packing lists – 10 crucial details to include in 2024

If your business exports parts, assemblies or finished products, getting your documentation – particularly your export packing list – is vital. An export packing list provides…

Richard Coombes

29th January, 2024
What is ISPM 15? A comprehensive guide for packaging requirements

If your business uses wooden crates, pallets or timber packaging, it is essential that you are aware of ISPM 15. ISPM 15 – meaning International Standards For Phytosanitary…

Richard Coombes

26th January, 2024
6 essential pallet optimisation tips to maximise efficiency

Regardless of your industry sector, if you ship large volumes of products on pallets, these essential pallet optimisation tips can significantly and positively impact your…

Richard Coombes

18th January, 2024
Should you consider using bespoke pallets at your business?

As the person responsible for sourcing pallets (and associated packaging) at your business, you may have asked whether you should consider bespoke-size pallets…

Richard Coombes

16th January, 2024
Export packaging guide – 7 considerations for international shipping

If your business ships your products outside the UK, you’ll already know the importance of suitable export packaging. But what if you are looking to begin exporting, or…

Richard Coombes

12th January, 2024
UK military packaging requirements – An essential guide

If your business supplies products directly or indirectly to the defence sector, it is vital that you have a solid understanding of UK military packaging requirements..

Ian Heskins

5th January, 2024
7 advantages of using wooden export crates (and 5 disadvantages)

If your business produces heavy, large or bulky items, should you consider wooden export crates for safely and securely shipping your products?

Richard Coombes

4th January, 2024
What is def stan 81-41 packaging? General requirements and testing

This guide provides a detailed overview of def stan 81-41, the criteria your must business must meet when supplying packaged goods to the UK military, processes, testing…

Ian Heskins

2nd January, 2024
A detailed guide to fully recyclable chilled packaging

With a wide variety of chilled packaging solutions now available on the market, how do you select the best option for your business? In this detailed guide to chilled packaging…

David Mason

16th October, 2023
3 types of insulated food packaging to maintain freshness

Insulated food packaging is crucial if your business supplies frozen, chilled or ambient food and beverages. Similarly, if you supply food subscription boxes, you might be…

David Mason

14th October, 2023
Wool-based vs insulated cardboard liners for food packaging

When considering sustainable insulated packaging, wool-based and insulated cardboard liners are two viable options. But which is better? There are several points…

Matt Dobson

31st August, 2023
What is ESD? A beginners guide to Electrostatic Discharge

ESD is an abbreviation for Electro Static Discharge. ESD is the transfer of an electrical charge between two electrically charged objects. A well-known example of ESD is…

Emily Parker

30th January, 2023
Wine bottle packaging guide – 12 options for preventing damage

Any business selling drinks online – whether that is spirits, wine, beer, craft gin or even fruit juices and other non-alcoholic options – should know the importance of suitable…

Jay Daggar

3rd February, 2022
Peli™ Case alternatives – 11 Pelican™ style cases to consider

Let’s be honest – Peli cases are the most well established and widely used protective hard cases currently available. They are so popular in fact that many rival waterproof options get…

Richard Coombes

13th July, 2021
Airline approved cases – a guide to selecting a suitable option

The Coronavirus pandemic has greatly reduced international travel. And whilst this applies to consumers heading off for a warm weather break, the numbers of business…

Richard Coombes

24th May, 2021
Aluminium Kit Skips – 7 important benefits for your club

Professional sport – and football in particular – is big business. Every detail, every transfer, every debatable offside decision, is analysed and discussed in great detail. But one area…

Richard Coombes

12th May, 2021
13 surprising advantages of aluminium cases and containers

Aluminium cases are often overlooked in favour of moulded plastic or flight-case options. But this would be a mistake in many scenarios. Aluminium cases actually boast…

Richard Coombes

23rd April, 2021
Peli vs Storm cases – a detailed analysis of their differences

Whilst there are a wide range of waterproof cases available, when businesses or individuals are looking to protect expensive or delicate equipment it usually ends up as a…

Richard Coombes

19th February, 2020
Transit Packaging Symbols (Meaning and Downloads)

Whilst there has been increased focus over the past few years on the recycling symbols on packaging, you may well have noticed a wide range of corrugated transit packaging…

Jay Daggar

31st January, 2020
Shipping lithium batteries – Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

The use of lithium batteries is growing exponentially – thanks to their light weight, performance and relatively low cost. But shipping lithium batteries has proven…

Ian Heskins

18th January, 2019
Beginners guide to UN3480, UN3481 and IATA regulations

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…

Richard Coombes

18th January, 2019
Plastazote® foam – what is it and should you be using it?

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…

Richard Coombes

16th January, 2018
Ecommerce Shipping: The crucial role played by packaging

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…

Jay Daggar

10th January, 2018
Transit cases – how to decide which is right for you

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…

Richard Coombes

7th November, 2017
Enhancing your protective cases with foam inserts

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…

Richard Coombes

20th October, 2017
The 6 tell-tale signs you need protective foam inserts

Protective foam inserts can actually take many forms – including those that can be designed and engineered to have precisely tailored levels of cushioning protection…

Ian Heskins

25th September, 2017
Shipping cases: 5 options for safe transit of your goods

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…

Ian Heskins

7th September, 2017
Equipment damage: 8 causes of products breaking in transit

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…

Richard Coombes

2nd September, 2017
7 tips for shipping high value equipment, tools and parts

Unfortunately, the amount of different ways your products or equipment could be damaged in transit is quite high. For example, shock and impact can render a product or…

Richard Coombes

15th August, 2017
How to use pick ‘n’ pluck cubed foam inserts – a detailed guide

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…

Matt Dobson

15th May, 2017
Best equipment cases: choosing a waterproof protector case

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…

Richard Coombes

20th February, 2017
IP ratings explained: ingress protection and what it means for cases

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…

Richard Coombes

26th October, 2016
What is a Faraday Cage, and can it help packaging?

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…

Ian Cook

22nd October, 2015