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Aerospace Packaging

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Automotive Packaging

If you supply components into the automotive industry, you'll know that reliable packaging is essential for keeping production schedules on track and protecting your valuable parts.

From body panels and interior trim to engine components, EV battery modules and sensitive electronics, automotive packaging is designed to withstand the demands of modern supply chains. Custom foam inserts, heavy-duty transit cases, anti-static materials and returnable packaging options all help minimise damage caused by impacts, vibrations, and electrostatic discharge (ESD).

At Suttons Performance Packaging, we develop bespoke packaging solutions for your products and logistics requirements by combining specialist design expertise with in-house manufacturing. We produce protective packaging that helps reduce damage, improve handling, and support complex supply chains.

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Advantages

Why work with Suttons?

By working with Suttons Performance Packaging, your business benefits from:

Bespoke packaging designs tailored to your application.
A comprehensive pre-production sampling service.
Independent advice on the best materials and packaging formats.
Full compliance with the UN 38.3 and GLT regulations.
Effective prevention of expensive damage and delays.
Streamlined packaging features that improve lineside efficiency.
Flexible manufacturing and supply to meet changing production schedules.
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Expertise

Technical compliance and standards

Our team at Suttons can develop packaging solutions that support the relevant automotive industry standards for your application.

UN38.3 Dangerous Goods Regulations
We can design and manufacture certified packaging that is engineered for the safe transport of lithium-ion battery packs and EV modules, fully adhering to international transport compliance rules.
VDA & Odette (GLT) Packaging Guidelines
We design returnable packaging that integrates with standard automotive containers, helping to ensure compatibility throughout OEM and Tier supplier chains while protecting components during transit.
ISPM-15 Heat-Treated Timber
All timber pallets, skids, and crates that are supplied by Suttons are heat-treated and stamped in accordance with international phytosanitary standards, meeting global shipping requirements.
ESD Protection
We can manufacture static-dissipative foam inserts to protect sensitive electronics against electrostatic discharge during loading, transit and unloading.
Process

Our engineering and design process

We collaborate directly with your purchasing, technical, quality, and supply chain managers to deliver cost-effective, high-performance packaging on schedule and within your budget.

Process stage
What we do
Advantage

Data intake and CAD analysis

We import your 3D CAD files and assess your components and logistics requirements before creating a bespoke packaging solution.

Reduces lead times without needing to send us the physical parts.

Material selection and prototype design

Our engineers pair the right outer container (heavy-duty corrugated or timber) with low-VOC, high-cushioning polyethylene foam inserts.

Eliminates bulk and weight, reducing shipping costs.

Testing and validation

We conduct computer stress modelling and physical impact testing to simulate harsh road, rail, or sea transit conditions.

Confirms the durability of the packaging before full production.

Flexible production and inventory control

We offer adaptable manufacturing quantities for specialised low-volume runs or high-tempo OEM production, backed by a Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI).

Keeps your facility free of clutter with Just-In-Time (JIT) delivery options.    

Wide range of options

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If your business needs automotive packaging, we offer a range of cost-effective, stock or bespoke options that provide a tailored level of performance. Please get in touch to find out more and request a free quote.

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    The information on this page was written and checked by our team of packaging experts:

    Technical Sales

    David Prew
    [email protected] | 01354 693 171

    Quotes / Pricing

    James Arran
    [email protected] | 01354 691 859

    Customer Service

    Kay Goodman
    [email protected] | 01354 691 853