Market knowledge

Logistics Packaging

Market knowledge

Logistics Packaging

If you work in logistics, warehousing or fulfilment, you'll know that your packaging has a direct impact on efficiency, costs, and customer satisfaction.

From contract packing and palletised freight to fulfilment and third-party logistics (3PL), logistics packaging requirements can vary significantly. Some products need robust transit protection, while others require anti-static materials, reusable containers or bespoke foam inserts. Packaging also needs to maximise vehicle utilisation, withstand repeated handling and help operatives pack products quickly without compromising protection.

Suttons Performance Packaging develops bespoke packaging solutions that are built around your operation. By understanding how your products are stored, handled, and transported, we can recommend packaging that improves your productivity, reduces damage, and supports an efficient supply chain.

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Advantages

Why work with Suttons?

Working with Suttons allows you to benefit from:

Bespoke packaging designed around your products and processes.
Improved protection for products during handling, storage, and transit.
Faster packing and unpacking to increase operational efficiency.
Packaging solutions that maximise pallet utilisation.
Reusable packaging options that reduce waste and long-term costs.
Expert advice on packaging materials and formats.
Flexible manufacturing, stock holding and scheduled deliveries.
Expertise

Technical compliance and standards

Logistics packaging must perform consistently throughout the supply chain while meeting the demands of domestic and international distribution.

GS1 Logistics Standards
Our packaging can be designed to accommodate GS1-compliant labels and barcodes supporting accurate product identification, warehouse efficiency, and end-to-end traceability.
ISPM-15 Heat-Treated Timber
Where timber pallets, crates or skids are required, we supply heat-treated timber packaging that complies with ISPM-15 regulations for international shipments.
ISTA Transit Testing
Our packaging solutions can be designed to meet the demands of modern distribution networks and, where required, validated through ISTA transit testing.
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
We offer right-sized, recyclable and reusable packaging solutions that help reduce packaging waste and support your wider sustainability objectives.
Process

Our engineering and design process

No two supply chains operate in exactly the same way, so we begin by understanding how your products move through your supply chain.

Process stage
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Supply chain review

We assess your products, packing operation, transport methods and handling requirements to identify suitable solutions.

Packaging that supports your workflow and improves your efficiency.

Design and prototyping

Our designers create bespoke packaging with the right combination of materials before producing prototypes.

The opportunity to test and refine your packaging before full production.

Performance optimisation

We review factors like pallet utilisation, packing speed, protection levels, and material usage to optimise the final design.

Lower shipping costs, improved productivity and reduced product damage.

Production and ongoing supply

Once approved, your packaging is manufactured to your required volumes, with stock management services available.

Reliable packaging supply that keeps pace with changing demands while reducing storage requirements.

Wide range of options

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If your business needs logistics 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