You can reduce your packaging costs by auditing your packaging process to uncover opportunities to improve efficiency, increase your eco credentials and save money.
If you’re not sure where to begin, Springpack can help with a free packaging audit. We’ll analyse your packaging operations from start to finish. And we’ll show you exactly how much money you could save by reducing your packaging costs.
We have highlighted 5 key areas which should be reviewed.
Packaging Material Costs
If you don’t keep on top of your packaging materials, you could end up using more than you need to. Ask yourself some simple questions:
•Are your cardboard boxes the right size?
•Is there an eco-friendly packaging alternative?
•Is my packaging easily returnable?
•Could I use pallets more efficiently?
Reducing Shipping Costs
At Springpack customers within a 60-mile radius benefit from free delivery for orders over £200. This new delivery offer also helps us to reduce our CO2 emissions. With customers consolidating smaller orders into larger orders, we’ll be driving less miles on a day-to-day basis.
Standardise Your Packaging
One of the best ways to reduce packaging costs is to standardise your packaging. So once you’ve audited all of your packaging materials, consider whether you can streamline your operation.
Reduce Your Plastic Packaging
As of April 2022, the UK has introduced a plastic packaging tax. This means that plastic packaging which contains less than 30% of recycled plastic will face a tax charge of £200 per tonne.
Void fill is one of the most common areas where plastic is used. You can avoid paying this plastic packaging tax by switching to an eco-friendly void fill.
Packaging Storage Costs
If you have a lot of different packaging requirements, it will be important to reduce your stock management costs. We can help you by holding your packaging in our warehouse.
Packaging Automation Can Reduce Packaging Costs
Pallet wrapping machines can make your packaging operation a lot more efficient. Not only will they speed up the packaging process, but they’ll also minimise wastage of pallet wrap.
If you use a lot of gummed paper tape, an electronic paper tape dispenser might be the right solution. The dispenser will save you time, reduce wastage and save you money over the long term.
Speak to Springpack today to discuss how to reduce your packaging costs by calling 01905 457 000 or by emailing enquiries@springpack.co.uk
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