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As sustainability becomes a greater priority for consumers and businesses alike, many brands are rethinking their packaging. But for any business considering their margins as well as their carbon foot … read more

Your packaging has to do a lot of heavy lifting for your business - it plays a direct role in how your product is perceived, protected and delivered. When your products sit on shelves, your packaging … read more

A Guide to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is legislation introduced to improve packaging waste management in the UK. Included as part of the UK Governme … read more

  In May 2023 ASC Direct began providing a monthly donation to a local school Breakfast Club, and nearly 2 years later we are still proud to be supporting this initiative. The Breakfast Club prov … read more

In a saturated drinks market where first impressions drive sales, strong branding and packaging design have become essential to a product’s success. Whether you’re launching a health-focu … read more

  It is often important for our customers to see their brand values reflected in the packaging they use. For companies selling online, product delivery is the first and sometimes only physical to … read more

To further improve our large box manufacturing capability, we have invested and installed a new 3M gluing system. This investment in gluing technology will improve efficiency, provide greater product … read more

The right product packaging can help to create a positive impression of a brand, shaping its perceived quality and strengthening its positioning against competitors. From the moment a product is recei … read more

Consumers are becoming increasingly conscious about how the choices they make affect the environment. This includes packaging, with customers often making purchase decisions based on the materials tha … read more

For businesses shipping products, it's a priority to choose product packaging that is durable and keeps your products well protected during transit. The ideal product packaging materials should also b … read more

The primary function of packaging is to protect the product – but the best designs, that provide the most cost-effective, easy to use, carefully-crafted and customer-impressing packaging, requir … read more

When it comes to using corrugated packaging for your business, one of the key considerations is whether to purchase standard stock cardboard boxes or custom made cardboard boxes. Both options offer di … read more