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What are your office opening hours?

Our Office Opening Hours are.....

How long will my order take?

Our typical lead time for an order is 5-7 working days...

What is your minimum order quantity

We are a manufacturer who supply to high volume users of corrugated packaging...

What is FSC®?

FSC® stands for Forest Stewardship Council. It is a global non-profit organisation that promotes responsible management of the world's forests....

How do I apply for a job?

Email your CV to jobs@boxfactory.co.uk

All about Triman Logo

This logo is designed to make it easier for consumers to understand how to sort their rubbish. The Triman logo is mandatory in France only....

All about PAP 20

PAP 20 is a recycling logo indicating that packaging is manufactured using corrugated cardboard. The use of PAP symbols is...

Are your boxes recyclable?

Yes, all of our boxes are 100% recyclable.

Is your corrugated cardboard recycled?

Some cardboard grades/materials are manufactured from 100% recycled materials...

Do you charge for delivery?

Delivery costs are included in our quotations, unless specified otherwise.

Where do you deliver to in the UK?

We typically cover a 75-mile radius from our factories located in Warwickshire. However...

Where are you based?

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, UK

Are you FSC® Certified?

Yes, we are FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®) certified, allowing us to guarantee that materials used are from responsibly managed or recycled sources.

Do you supply to the general public?

No, we don't supply to the general public. We only supply to other companies and organisations on a B2B (business-to-business) basis.

Do you supply outside the UK?

We only supply within the United Kingdom at this time and we do not ship orders outside of the UK.

Do you deal with any industry sector?

Yes, we deal with all business sectors and cater to a wide range of industries.

Can you print on your boxes?

Yes, we offer various printing options for our boxes. We have flexographic....

Do you sell off the shelf boxes (stock boxes)?

No, we specialise in creating bespoke boxes tailored to meet your specific needs. We do not offer pre-made, off-the-shelf boxes.

Do you keep boxes in stock?

We hold 5,500 pallets of stock, these are all bespoke to the individual requirements of our customers.

Should I include recycling logos on my boxes?

If your packaging is recyclable, then yes it's a good idea...

What do you manufacture?

We specialise in manufacturing corrugated cardboard boxes only, we also offer....

What is the biggest box you can manufacture?

We have machinery capable of producing a wide variety of sizes...

What is the smallest box you can manufacture?

We have machinery capable of producing a wide variety of sizes...

What is the difference between recyclable packaging and biodegradable?

Recyclable packaging refers to materials that can be processed for them to be reused. Biodegradable....

What is the difference between single wall and double wall?

Single wall and double wall corrugated packaging refers to the number of layers of paper used in the corrugated structure.

Why do some boxes and fittings require tooling and some do not?

The requirement for tooling in the production of cases and fittings for corrugated packaging depends on the design and complexity of the product. Simple designs such as regular cases....

How many boxes are on a pallet?

It varies, depending on the board grade and size of box

What is a Cutting Forme?

A cutting forme is the tool required to die-cut a box.....

Why is there such a difference in cost for the various formats of cutting formes used?

There are several factors that can contribute to the cost difference in the various formats of cutting formes used in corrugated packaging production. These factors include....

What does SRP mean?

Shelf Ready Packaging....

What does Diecut mean?

Diecut is a process which uses a cutting forme to stamp out a shape.....

What is Flexo Print?

Flexographic or ‘Flexo’ print, is a high volume printing process.....

Do you provide a sample / prototype?

Yes, we can provide a sample / prototype for you to test before ordering...

Do you provide a printed sample / prototype?

No, we supply a plain sample / prototype only..

Can you produce artwork?

We can produce very limited artwork...

How do you ensure the quality of your boxes?

We have many robust quality systems..

What does ECT (Edge Crush Test) mean?

ECT, or Edge Crush Test, is a testing method used to measure the compression strength of corrugated packaging materials...

Can you hold stock for me?

Yes, we offer a fully managed stock holding facility for our customers...

What is the fluting in corrugated cardboard?

The fluting in corrugated cardboard is the corrugated or wavy layer that runs between the two flat outer layers of board..

How do you measure a box?

Measuring a box involves determining its length, width, and height...

What is Pantone?

Pantone is the international colour standard used by our industry...

Want to know about Flexographic Printing?

Read more in our handy guide....

Want to know about FEFCO standard styles?

Read more in our handy guide....

Want to know more about Sustainability?

Read more in our handy guide....

Pocket Guide to Corrugated Boxes

Want to know more about Corrugated Boxes....

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