Exactly one week before Cyber Monday, Kite Packaging have consistently seen more sales than any other day of the year. This trend has been dubbed ‘Peak Packaging Monday’ by Gavin Ashe, the Managing Partner of the employee share-owned company. This year, the day will land on 22nd November. Seated conveniently
As the country prepares for peak, Kite Packaging launches a tool set to significantly streamline gift wrapping and other packaging processes. For businesses not dispatching enough to require an automated carton sealer, the new windmill dispenser is an effective, low-cost way to boost efficiency without sacrificing the aesthetic touches that
Takeaway food has soared in popularity both during and post-lockdown, causing attention to turn to the environmental impact of the packaging used by cafes, restaurants and other eateries. Kite Packaging champions paper products to best showcase sustainability while retaining professional standards of protection and presentation. Paper is one of the
The rapid growth of ecommerce has caused an inevitable soar in demand for easy returns. By reusing the original packaging, the environmental impact of a return is reduced by a minimum of half; Kite Packaging has launched sustainable kraft mailing bags to diminish this impact even further. These packages are
SPONSORED ARTICLE Some employees and businesses may look towards further automation with a certain level of uncertainty and concern; what would it mean for the workers and our business? The recent development of total automation in packaging and manufacturing should perhaps be considered as an opportunity rather than a threat?
Sugarcane fiber, a by-product of harvesting that has traditionally been thrown away, is now being repurposed as a reclaimed resource with the same reliable properties as polythene plastic. The prime difference is that sugarcane is not derived from fossil fuels and boasts carbon neutrality. The growing process of sugarcane naturally
The employee-owned business has utilised its team of in-house experts to source the sustainable future of bottle packaging. Flexi-Hex sleeves are produced from 85% recycled paper and can be easily recycled after use, supporting the environmentally conscious technology. The pinch top box ensures a completely plastic-free design by eliminating the
The employee-owned business has recently added a wide range of innovative solutions to their ecommerce offering providing customers with sustainable alternatives, their latest one being shredded paper. Kite’s reusable, recyclable and biodegradable FSC and PEFC certified shredded paper is the perfect sustainable void fill solution for not only protecting items
The employee-owned packaging company has a vast range of packaging perfectly suited to the ecommerce sector, available on their market leading b2b ecommerce website. Their range of ecommerce boxes are available in 5 sizes and 100% recyclable and biodegradable, making them perfect for customers looking to improve their carbon footprint.
Employee-owned packaging company, Kite Packaging, is the UK’s leading supplier of packaging. Protecting items during transit is vital, particularly if delicate and susceptible to being ruined if in the incorrect temperature range. Chilled packaging Getting goods from A to B in a temperature-controlled environment can often prove challenging for a
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Exactly one week before Cyber Monday, Kite Packaging have consistently seen more sales than any other day of the year. This trend has been dubbed ‘Peak Packaging Monday’ by Gavin Ashe, the Managing Partner of the employee share-owned company. This year, the day will land on 22nd November. Seated conveniently before Black Friday sales and the countdown to Christmas, restocking on Peak Packaging Monday will ensure that your company is best equipped to benefit from the prime marketing opportunities and times of massive growth potential. This year is expected to be even busier than previously, as savvy business owners will recognise the increased interest in indulging this year with no change to the expectations of rapid delivery. Plentiful supplies of effective and efficient packaging will thus empower businesses to reach their maximum selling potential without inflicting delays upon their customers. Kite Packaging supply a range of products specifically designed for rapid order fulfilment, headlined by their ecommerce boxes. Featuring a crash lock base, these boxes boast the fastest assembly time while offering an attractive presentation of the contents. Their ‘grab-and-pack’ boxes of shredded paper and shredded tissue have already proven especially popular this year due to their premium appearance, protective qualities and efficient packing time. Kite’s new gift packaging range supplies a selection of similarly peak appropriate products that combine the main considerations of ecommerce businesses this Christmas. Browse Kite Packaging’s website to place your order now: www.kitepackaging.co.uk
As the country prepares for peak, Kite Packaging launches a tool set to significantly streamline gift wrapping and other packaging processes. For businesses not dispatching enough to require an automated carton sealer, the new windmill dispenser is an effective, low-cost way to boost efficiency without sacrificing the aesthetic touches that elevate an entire shopping experience. The tape dispenser works by first loading a roll onto the holder. By turning the outer wheel, the roll rotates and an integrated blade positioned on the underside of the device cuts the tape into convenient 1.4 inch lengths. These pieces are cleanly laid out on the spokes to be picked up by hand when the wheel completes its rotation. This product drastically reduces the potential for the sticky messes or tangles that can occur when using other dispensers or attempting to cut and apply tape by hand. The increased rapidity makes the windmill dispenser an excellent addition to any workstation whether it is at a pressurised point-of-purchase counter or at an ecommerce dispatch area. Use to secure Kite’s 100% recyclable and biodegradable tissue paper available on a roll dispenser for an attractive and uniform finish to your gift wrapped goods. Designed to be loaded with Kite’s durable polythene packaging tapes, small postal boxes or mailing bags can also be sealed with the pieces dispensed on the windmill. Pack your products with greater ease for faster dispatch times and an overall more presentable parcel using this ergonomic, impressively simple item.
Takeaway food has soared in popularity both during and post-lockdown, causing attention to turn to the environmental impact of the packaging used by cafes, restaurants and other eateries. Kite Packaging champions paper products to best showcase sustainability while retaining professional standards of protection and presentation. Paper is one of the most widely recycled global resources with an impressive recycling rate of 74%. Moreover, the paper industry is leading the way in terms of its renewable energy uptake and mitigation of carbon impact. As a result, natural kraft paper is a superbly eco-conscious material for the burger boxes, takeaway trays, salad bowls and pizza boxes that Kite has recently launched. Paper is also utilised for the company’s coffee cups and straws, both of which are also fully recyclable. These items present visible sustainability with the recognisable kraft hue, granting your business instant associations with environmental awareness and social responsibility. Customers can easily scrape food off the packaging thanks to the grease resistant PE lining before popping the products into their own recycling bin for domestic collection. This ease of green disposal will cultivate strong customer relations as it is simple and understandable, with paper recycling already a habit for most households. Additionally, many items in the range are biodegradable and commercially compostable to increase the wealth of eco-friendly options. Environmental considerations have been instrumental in the selection of products to be supplied within Kite’s food packaging launch. The best solutions for meeting consumer demands have been specially handpicked by the expert product team to make your buying decisions easiest. Find out more at www.kitepackaging.co.uk.
The rapid growth of ecommerce has caused an inevitable soar in demand for easy returns. By reusing the original packaging, the environmental impact of a return is reduced by a minimum of half; Kite Packaging has launched sustainable kraft mailing bags to diminish this impact even further. These packages are manufactured from FSC certified kraft which is sustainably sourced and grants the mailers superior strength to other papers. A heavy-duty material is essential for an item designed for reuse by a customer, though brown kraft is also 100% recyclable to ensure responsible disposal. This is guaranteed to significantly reduce a company’s carbon footprint while enhancing their green credentials. The expandable gusseted sides offer extra capacity to fit a considerable range of different products while arriving flat-packed for convenient storage. To allow for effortless packing and returns, Kite’s product features a double peel and seal strip: one for securing an order to be delivered and the second should the goods need to be returned. The perforated easy tear opening provides excellent user satisfaction at the unboxing stage that is continued until the end of the transaction with this intuitive design. Encourage consumers to shop with confidence, reassured by a user-friendly returns process that promotes repeat sales and all round positive transactions.
SPONSORED ARTICLE Some employees and businesses may look towards further automation with a certain level of uncertainty and concern; what would it mean for the workers and our business? The recent development of total automation in packaging and manufacturing should perhaps be considered as an opportunity rather than a threat? In this article, we will try to answer exactly that question. What is the current outlook for the future of automation? Is the rise of automated packaging systems a result of companies simply looking to get richer or are there other reasons for investing in this replacement of manual packaging processes? There are many opposing viewpoints on what the integration of fully automated systems would mean for their business operations and the future of manual labour. According to the British Chambers of Commerce, many British companies will have increased problems with finding enough labour with the right skills to operate key processes in manufacturing and packaging, among others. The latest innovation in automated systems provide companies with an ideal opportunity for combatting this growing issue. What should you consider when choosing a new packaging system? Before jumping to investing in a new and highly advanced automatic packaging system, you should as a business ask yourself a few key questions. Every business has unique needs and challenges; therefore, it is important to identify both. Perhaps you may find that a semi-automatic system is more suited for your products? Choosing the right packaging and bagging machine for your needs requires you to work closely with a supplier of packaging systems in finding the optimal solution. Packaging systems can be rather complex, and every little detail should be carefully accounted for when designing your new fully automated packaging setup. Furthermore, you should also find the right bagging machine that matches your unique product and its packaging requirements. What are the benefits of fully automated packaging systems? So, what are the exact benefits of integrating a fully automated packaging system into your operations? Here are a few of the possible benefits: ● Increase productivity and efficiency – Automation can both improve production speed and eliminate the risk of bottlenecks in the production line. The flow will be more constant, and the risk of human error will also be removed. ● Remove downtime – Automated packaging systems can practically work around the clock and the real-time feedback from the machines can help you better schedule your maintenance. ● Revamp manual tasks – The replacement of repetitious actions from packing and filling bags with human labour can also provide benefits for your employees. By letting the machine handle the repetitive task, the risk of strain injury will also decrease. In conclusion, automated packaging systems can not only help drive growth for your company but can also change your employees’ tasks and responsibilities where human input can be used to greater effect. Automated systems may both improve staff morale and your competitiveness to help drive a healthy business.
Sugarcane fiber, a by-product of harvesting that has traditionally been thrown away, is now being repurposed as a reclaimed resource with the same reliable properties as polythene plastic. The prime difference is that sugarcane is not derived from fossil fuels and boasts carbon neutrality. The growing process of sugarcane naturally takes carbon out of the environment which offsets any emissions created by transport and production. After use, customers can easily recycle their garment bags in the same way that they would normally recycle, promoting a circular economy and the reuse of materials. Kite Packaging embraces this creative innovation in the form of their new garment bags, designed to provide professional hygienic protection against dust, dirt, bacteria and moisture. Tailormade for wholesalers or even shop floors, these clothing covers ensure that the contents remain immaculate while reliably supporting the weight of most garments. With ecommerce fashion consumption rocketing, it is more important than ever to put sustainable practices at the forefront of the industry. The sugarcane polymers are sometimes referred to as Bio-HDPE since they possess the exact same properties as the conventionally manufactured counterpart. Sustainable swaps are only effective if they provide the same level of functionality as the product they aim to replace; a quality check comfortably met by Kite’s eco-garment bags. This new product represents an innovative rethinking of an organic product. By incorporating it into packaging processes, a business establishes themselves as leaders of environmental advancements. Visit www.kitepackaging.co.uk for more information.
The employee-owned business has utilised its team of in-house experts to source the sustainable future of bottle packaging. Flexi-Hex sleeves are produced from 85% recycled paper and can be easily recycled after use, supporting the environmentally conscious technology. The pinch top box ensures a completely plastic-free design by eliminating the need for tape while providing a safe and secure fastening. Used in conjunction, these products provide excellent protection while minimising environmental impact. The unique honeycomb-inspired structure features expandable hexagonal cells, demonstrating professional engineering and innovation alongside a sensitivity to the environment: ideal values to convey to your customer. Flexi-Hex products significantly enhance the unboxing experience, which is crucial for securing repeat customers and establishing a reputable brand image. Hexagons are renowned for their structural strength. Hence, this sleeve is perfectly tailored toward delicate items including glass bottles, ceramics or homeware. The cellular construction intertwines optimal strength with incredible flexibility, enabling you to compress the sleeves for space-saving storage before opening them up to protect your goods. This versatility is tailormade for guarding against any knocks and drops that can occur in transit, granting your goods an exceptional level of protection. Balance environmental values, excellent functionality and maximum value for money with the Flexi-Hex sleeves, complete with the additional pinch top box. For more information on Kite Packaging please visit kitepackaging.co.uk.
The employee-owned business has recently added a wide range of innovative solutions to their ecommerce offering providing customers with sustainable alternatives, their latest one being shredded paper. Kite’s reusable, recyclable and biodegradable FSC and PEFC certified shredded paper is the perfect sustainable void fill solution for not only protecting items but also as an added aesthetic and is FSC and PEFC certified. Commonly used in boxes, hampers, gift bags, baskets and much more, its zig-zag shape ensure it works its way into every corner filling small gaps and providing ultimate cushioning. Available in kraft (produced from 100% recyclable materials) black and white, Kite’s smooth and uncoated 70-80gsm paper does not need fluffing up beforehand and is industrially dust-extracted therefore reducing the dusty mess often associated with other alternatives. This high-quality alternative to many void fill solutions provides great cushioning for fragile products with good holding power. For more information please visit kitepackaging.co.uk
The employee-owned packaging company has a vast range of packaging perfectly suited to the ecommerce sector, available on their market leading b2b ecommerce website. Their range of ecommerce boxes are available in 5 sizes and 100% recyclable and biodegradable, making them perfect for customers looking to improve their carbon footprint. Suitable for a wide range of items being sent out in transit, they are perfectly suited to fast paced operations due to their crash lock base design and integrated lid, making them extremely easy to erect and secure. They each have a peel-&-seal adhesive strip for a secure closure and open tear strip ensuring ease of opening for customers, making for a better experience. Aesthetically pleasing and commonly used for items such as homewares, beauty products, retail, accessories and much more. They are perfectly suited to be used in conjunction with Kites wide range of voidfill and tissue paper. For more information, please visit kitepackaging.co.uk.
Employee-owned packaging company, Kite Packaging, is the UK’s leading supplier of packaging. Protecting items during transit is vital, particularly if delicate and susceptible to being ruined if in the incorrect temperature range. Chilled packaging Getting goods from A to B in a temperature-controlled environment can often prove challenging for a lot of businesses across the country, but with Kites effective range of insulated packaging, you can create the ideal thermal environment for your goods at a low cost while protecting the environment. Part of the range also includes an enviro-friendly option, this product outperforms polystyrene alternatives and is a great solution. To help you find the right protection for your goods, Kites insulated packaging range offers a variety of specifications and styles, including insulated box liners, temperature control pouches, enviro-friendly insulated boxes and ice packs. Wax lined boxes Wax lined boxes, also commonly referred to as ‘meat boxes’ are suitable for direct contact with food thanks to their PE (wax lining) and are strong, robust, fibre-based, solid board boxes ideal for packing moist and chilled solutions, even in humid environments. One of their added benefits is that food can be directly frozen or stored in the box without the need for additional bags, however, if additional bags are favourable, they can be used in conjunction with our range of blue tint gusseted bags. Commonly used within the food industry to transport or store raw meat, poultry, cakes, vegetables and much more, they are available in two sizes, both of which are easy and simple to erect. Flexi-Hex With its unique patented honeycomb design, Flexi-Hex is a great alternative to plastic and other protective packaging solutions such as polystyrene, and is much more cost-effective than other paper solutions such as ‘pulp‘ packaging. Extremely strong and adaptable, it is suitable for glass, bottles, jars, homewares, ceramics and much more. Simply place between the two-honeycomb structures and use in conjunction with Kites single wall outer box for ultimate protection during transit. Corrugated bottle sleeves Designed to mould itself around a variety of shapes, Kites 100% recyclable and biodegradable corrugated sleeving is suitable to protect a wide range of products, from glass, bottles, ceramics, jars, homeware and much more. Moisture resistant, adaptable, and extremely easy to use they are a great lightweight plastic free alternative. Simply place in-between the cylinder shape structure and use in conjunction with Kites tailor-made postal boxes, for added protection during transit fill any voids with their paper bubble or SpeedMan paper. For more information see kitepackaging.co.uk.
