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Packaging
Commercial Print
Sustainability
Gallery
Packaging work
Commercial Print Work
About
What We Do
Our Reviews
Packaging Styles
Packaging Process
Certifications
Environmental Policy
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Test Kit Packaging
Feb 2, 2021
Test Kit Packaging
Feb 2, 2021

We talk through all the various test kit packaging we can offer with the vast range of bespoke designs available showing customers what we can do.

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Feb 2, 2021
Replacing plastic packaging - case study
Jan 24, 2020
Replacing plastic packaging - case study
Jan 24, 2020

We talk through a great example of how replacing plastic packaging with a sustainable alternative has improved brand perception and product sales.

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Jan 24, 2020
 Printing on metallic board: how and when to use it
Dec 17, 2019
Printing on metallic board: how and when to use it
Dec 17, 2019

You can create many different effects by printing on metallic board. We explore some options and show you examples of printed packaging we’ve made using a range of techniques and metallic boards.

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Dec 17, 2019
Promotional drinks packaging case study
Nov 25, 2019
Promotional drinks packaging case study
Nov 25, 2019

We share a case study of an exciting project where we designed some promotional drinks packaging with impact! Plus, there’s a slow-motion video of it in action.

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Nov 25, 2019
Microflute retail cartons - case study
Nov 4, 2019
Microflute retail cartons - case study
Nov 4, 2019

Retail case study - our client needed a sturdy, attractive and cost-effective packaging solution to get their horse products safely to market.

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Nov 4, 2019
Belvedere Vodka - drinks packaging case study
Oct 28, 2019
Belvedere Vodka - drinks packaging case study
Oct 28, 2019

See how we answered a tricky brief and produced drinks packaging to attract customers in a retail environment whilst also staying secure and protected in the postal system.

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Oct 28, 2019
Duncan Print Group Celebrates 130 years
Oct 18, 2019
Duncan Print Group Celebrates 130 years
Oct 18, 2019

Duncan Print turns 130! We give you a brief history of the company and highlight which brands and historical moments came after us.

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Oct 18, 2019
Shelf-ready packaging
Sep 11, 2019
Shelf-ready packaging
Sep 11, 2019

Customised shelf-ready packaging (SRP) can give you control of how your brand is presented in different retail outlets and attract more sales. We talk through some benefits, different options available and restrictions to be aware of.

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Sep 11, 2019
Packaging Finishes
Sep 10, 2019
Packaging Finishes
Sep 10, 2019

Using different finishes is a great way to differentiate your packaging from competitors and make sure it’s as eye-catching as possible. We run you through the different options including matt, silk, gloss, spot gloss, soft-touch varnish and foil.

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Sep 10, 2019
How to expedite your packaging project
Aug 28, 2019
How to expedite your packaging project
Aug 28, 2019

We list some helpful tips to help you expedite your packaging project and make sure it moves as quickly as it can through our production process.

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Aug 28, 2019
Embossing and debossing on packaging
Aug 16, 2019
Embossing and debossing on packaging
Aug 16, 2019

In a retail environment customers respond to tactile elements of packaging. We discuss the different textured finishes that can be created with embossing and debossing.

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Aug 16, 2019
When should you reorder packaging?
Jul 31, 2019
When should you reorder packaging?
Jul 31, 2019

Knowing when to reorder packaging is crucial to keep business flowing as usual. We share our advice for maximising your current stock and knowing when it’s time to order more.

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Jul 31, 2019
How to make up your packaging
Jul 26, 2019
How to make up your packaging
Jul 26, 2019

We supply our packaging to you flat, ready to assemble. Here we share some videos to help you with the construction of your final designs.


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Jul 26, 2019
Christmas packaging inspiration
Jul 23, 2019
Christmas packaging inspiration
Jul 23, 2019

It is never too early to start thinking about packaging for Christmas, so with that in mind we’ve complied an aray of seasonal packaging to inspire you.

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Jul 23, 2019
Packaging with postage in mind - part two
Jul 22, 2019
Packaging with postage in mind - part two
Jul 22, 2019

You’ve got your beautiful new packaging, your items are packed and ready to go… have you thought about postage? This blog post has everything you need to know before you release your goods into the postal system.

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Jul 22, 2019
Packaging with postage in mind - part one
Jul 22, 2019
Packaging with postage in mind - part one
Jul 22, 2019

From the size to the material, we talk through what to consider when designing packaging you intend to send out via the postal system.

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Jul 22, 2019
Packaging storage
Jul 22, 2019
Packaging storage
Jul 22, 2019

There are a few key considerations to be aware of when storing your packaging yourself. We talk through the optimal conditions for self-storage of packaging.

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Jul 22, 2019
Presentation packs
Jul 1, 2019
Presentation packs
Jul 1, 2019

We show you some examples of luxury presentation boxes which can be used for sales pitches, events, welcome packs, membership packs and influencer packs.

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Jul 1, 2019
E-commerce coffee mailers case study
Jun 10, 2019
E-commerce coffee mailers case study
Jun 10, 2019

We came up with an efficient, durable and modern design for our client mailing out coffee capsules.

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Jun 10, 2019
Event-based Packaging
May 9, 2019
Event-based Packaging
May 9, 2019

Consumers spend more when the sun is shining* and the summer is packed with festivals, sporting events and other important annual dates (listed here) so packaging targeted at summer events is a must!

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May 9, 2019
Forward planning and Brexit
Feb 18, 2019
Forward planning and Brexit
Feb 18, 2019

As Brexit unfolds our customers will want assurance that we have plans in place to minimise the disruption to our supply chains to ensure continuity of service…

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Feb 18, 2019

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