Carlton Packaging Corporate Overview

Packaging made smarter.

Corporate overview.

Our vision

Born original.

We are Carlton, Europes leading designers and suppliers of dispatch packaging for fulfilment operations throughout Europe.

We thrive in a culture of innovations and creativity. We demonstrate a total commitment to our mission: To relentlessly embrace our innovative spirit and inspire our clients with bespoke packaging solutions that create unbeatable brand experiences that consumers love.

We’re a leading supplier of packaging solutions for European fulfilment operations. We are passionate about delivering a firstclass service and helping our clients create brand experiences that are both unique and memorable. We believe that by developing a culture of innovation, we can help our clients achieve their goals.

Carlton Packaging

Reimagining the world of packaging one box at a time.

Our story

We were born to innovate.

Our talented and passionate people love nothing more than being asked “how on earth did you do that?”

We’ve shaped a reputation as the most knowledgeable and forward thinking e-commerce packaging solutions provider. But we know knowledge has its limits. Imagination, however. Now that’s a different story. It’s what sets us apart. It allows us to see solutions and opportunities others can’t. Creating brand enhancing, memorable packaging experiences that surprise and delight customers.

We work hand-in-hand with client’s to improve efficiency and enhance consumer experiences. Flipping the packaging world on its head with bespoke systems and developing our own products. All designed to be smarter for business. Smarter for our industry. And smarter for our planet.

Carlton. Packaging made smarter.

Our team

Your dedicated team.

This is an example of the team working on your project.

Charlotte Miller

Carl Phillips Internal Account Coordinator Head of Business Development

Andrew Meeks Jess Morgan-Butler Quality Controller Design Account Manager

Johanne Baldacchino Operations Manager

Mat Young External Account Manager

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Summary

We pride ourselves for being pioneers in packaging and make no secret of it.

At Carlton we don’t stand still.

Here at Carlton we aim to minimise the impact of our operations on the environment and we’re committed to reducing our greenhouse gas

Our on-going investment in product innovation ensures we provide our clients with the smarter way methodology. Our goal is to reduce packaging waste increase consumer loyalty and decrease operational cost in all supply chains areas. We achieve this through ingenious product innovation and smart service strategies focusing on your operation, to ensure you deliver a sustainable product for your business and consumers.

Sustainable accreditations.

Forest Stewardship Council

The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) is an independent, not for profit, non government organisation established to support environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world’s forests.

EcoVadis

Carlton Packaging has been a trusted partner of EcoVadis for over 3 years and currently rated in the top 5% of packaging companies for our sustainability commitments.

Sedex

Carlton has partner with Sedex who believe every person working in the supply chain should have equality, a safe place to work, and the means to support themselves and their families, free of bribery and corruption, using sustainable methods that keep the environment intact for future generations.

ISO 14401

Carlton Packaging are accredited with ISO 14001: 2015. This standard is the most important standard within the ISO 14000 series. ISO 14001 specifies the requirements of an environmental management system (EMS). An EMS is a systemic approach to handling environmental issues within an organisation.

ISO 9001

Carlton Packaging are accredited with ISO 9001: 2015.

This looks at ‘Quality’ with an aim to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.The standards are designed to ensure that companies meet the needs of their customers and stakeholders whilst meeting statutory and regulatory requirements.

Carbon Neutral Britain

Carlton Packaging has been working closely with Carbon Neutral Britain to measure and offset our carbon footprint to become Certified as a Carbon Neutral Business. Carlton Packaging has been working closely with Carbon Neutral Britain to measure and offset our carbon footprint to become Certified as a Carbon Neutral Business.

Summary

Smarter for business and the planet.

Become a part of the solution. Smarter packaging for business, people and the planet.

The Smarter Way.

The smarter way

Products, processes & service.

It isn’t theory, it’s our methodology. This approach is our foundation to working closely with our clients to deliver the most effective solutions.

Becoming one of the UK and Europe’s leading ecommerce packaging solutions providers didn’t happen overnight. It’s taken years of experience and learnings to create a unique approach that we call ‘The Smarter Way’. A strategy that combines our three core offerings to create one bespoke solution for each of our partners.

Get it right first time, every time.

Focusing on process within your operation we can increase process speed, reduce packaging waste and decrease operational costs.

Reducing errors and efficiencies is a vital part in any pick & pack operations to overcome as soon as they arise. Not having a lean operation can inflate expenses further down the line. Such deficiencies can also lead to an increased pick and pack lead time, and delay order fulfilment.

Smarter processes Sustainable processes.

Pack optimisation

Optimising your pack operation will increase process speeds, reduce packaging waste and increase internal productivity allowing you to run your operation smarter.

Site audit

Our team of experts will visit your sites and review the existing processes, including the products that are being used, to discover if there could be some advancements made to benefit your operation.

Implementation plan

As part of a strategic smarter implementation plan we will work to plan outlines requisite steps for execution of a detailed strategy and changes that need to me made for the business.

Climate controller testing

Our in-house temperature-controlled climate testing system is used to ensure our packaging protects temperature critical products such as chilled food and medical products.

Automation review

Automation is not a one size fits all for every operation, but for some it revolutionises the way that they run their packaging processes.

Pack training

We believe in training; both within our organisation and for our clients. Run your operation at maximum efficiency by having your packers complete training specialised to your pack set up.

Pack testing & prototype

Testing is a vital step for success which is why it is a process that we highly recommend our clients to include when looking to change a current packaging product or introduce a new one.

Packaging workshop

We develop tailored training packages to suit your business needs. We understand the importance of our clients’ packing teams being well trained.

Smarter processes

Packaging workshop.

Here at Carlton we understand the importance of our clients’ packing teams being well trained. We develop tailored training packages to suit your business needs.

In all areas such as product use, best practice, new process understanding the smarter product process and services Carlton put in place for the operation. We’re here to support you your teams. Carlton offer full onsite training as apart of our smarter way schedule. All of our training is delivered in a practical, easy to understand manner and will ensure your staff receive training specific to your business activities and processes.

Summary

Our mission to bring the Smarter Way to operations across Europe.

Smarter products

Creating experiences that consumers love.

It’s our own products that set us apart, designed to speed up processes, reduce waste and decrease operational costs. Ensure maximum efficiency and value for our clients.

Our smarter products not only protect your goods in transit to reduce operational cost, but increase consumer loyalty, giving them a memorable experience they will never forget.

Smarter products Investing in innovation.

Ecommerce boxes

Inspire the minds of your consumers with innovatively designed ecommerce boxes. Bring a smart design and service to your online fulfilment approach.

Rapisac

Rapisac is our hanging mailing bag system, pack in record time, our in-house innovation prevents messy benches whilst reducing waste and increasing packing speed.

Rapimailer

Remove plastic mailing bags from your operations with Rapimailer, our all-paper mailing bag. Rapimailer is our 100% paper bag replacement.

Rapiflute

Rapiflute is our sustainable alternative to bubble-lined mailers, offering excellent protection in a lightweight bag.

Rapistretch

Rapistretch is our high-performance pre-stretched pallet wrap that provides enhanced load stability and real wrap cost per pallet savings.

Wavestretch

Wavestretch is our post-consumer waste pallet wrap, with a range of products produced from upwards of 30% recycled plastic content.

Smarter products Continued...

Rapicell

Rapicell is a sustainable bubble wrap alternative that will keep your products in place with its interlocking design without any need for adhesive tape.

Lilopack

Lilopack is an inflatable pouch that will keep your fragile products secure when in transit, ensuring they arrive protected to your consumer.

Bio-seal

Bio-Seal is a 100% recyclable reinforced paper tape that has a water-activated, starch-based adhesive that offers maximum security on every carton every time.

Rapitape

Rapitape is one of our most popular tape products and is widely recognised as the most effective polypropylene taping system in the world.

Rapitape

Rapitape Cello is the ideal alternative to traditional acrylic tapes for operations that are looking to advance their sustainable packaging products.

Tidal Tape

Tidal tape is made up of 70% postconsumer waste plastic and is the ideal solution for businesses looking to avoid the Plastic Packaging Tax.

Papillon is the ideal voidfill solution for operations looking to use sustainable materials that can provide the strength and durability to stabilise heavy objects.

Airtech

Airtech provides a fully bespoke voidfill system designed to distribute and deliver the correct material into your packaging process.

Xtaper

Rapidoc is our sustainable alternative for document-enclosed envelopes, offering excellent security to any parcel.

Xtaper is the world’s first handheld battery-powered automatic paper tape applicator, a mobile and compact alternative to desktop dispensers.

Smarter product

E-commerce boxes.

Inspire the minds of your consumers with innovatively designed ecommerce boxes. Bring a smart design and service to your online fulfilment approach.

Create a memorable unboxing experience with a smart box solution. Let our design specialists work with you to create a solution fast to build, easy to open and better for our planet. With water based inks, recycled material, FSC certification and cost effective layouts we have a blank canvass to ensure your brand stands out every time.

Smarter product

Xtaper.

Xtaper is the world’s first handheld battery powered automatic paper tape applicator, a mobile and compact alternative to desktop dispensers.

Many operations are now able to meet their environmental commitments and achieve a more secure carton seal by using paper tape through a mobile lower-cost solution. Rather than being tied to a desktop static solution, Xtaper can be used all over a distribution centre or packing operation, as well as providing an easy, low-cost solution for quickly expanding a packaging area during peak or irregular projects.

Bio-Seal is a 100% recyclable reinforced paper tape, with a wateractivated starch-based adhesive. Applied through the Xtaper automatic dispenser, Bio-Seal provides a secure seal for a carton sealing application.

Summary

Cutting edge, not corners.

It’s our own products that set us apart, designed to speed up processes, reduce waste and decrease operational costs. Ensure maximum efficiency and value for our clients.

Smarter service

Really making a difference.

A key pillar in our methodology is to increase pack speed, reduce waste and decrease costs.

We’ve invested significantly to enable us to offer services that really deliver efficiencies, from design and prototyping to waste reduction planning and a pan-European delivery solution, we provide the service that really make a difference to you.

Smarter

Pan-European supply solution

Reporting & compliance

Consumer insights

Find

In-house product design

Smarter service

Consumer insight.

Consumer insights is a great way to understand how your target audience thinks and feels around your packaging and services you offer.

Use our unique portal to capture consumer feedback relating to the packaging they’ve received. Then adapt and change the packaging solutions accordingly, to enhance the brand experience, all totally directed by the consumers themselves. This allows your business to really understand what you consumers want and need, and most importantly why they feel this way. Increase your sales and retain loyal consumers through our consumer insights solution!

Summary

One size does

We provide unique service solutions, maximising efficiency in your operation.

not fit all.

Innovation

Imagination. It sets us apart.

Allows us to make something from nothing.

To trailblaze and push boundaries.

Here at Carlton we relentlessly embrace our innovative spirit and inspire our clients with bespoke packaging solutions that create unbeatable brand experiences that consumers love.

Have you ever thought what if? Is it possible?

I wonder what it would look like? Yes, so do we everyday… Carlton design team where born to innovate from ecommerce boxes to void fill solutions our designers have over 35 years’ experience creating brand experiences that consumers love!

Imagination hub

Carlton’s imagination hub offers a fully prodigious experience, giving you the opportunity to step into a world that has no limits from immersive designs to virtual reality you can see the future of your packaging come to life in our state of the art design centre where you let your imagination run wild. Don’t take our word for it book a visit to our hub today. Imagination is what sets us apart and innovation is at the heart of our business, from our people to our product. We ensure that every design always delivers a wow factor.

Summary

Turning the packaging world on its head.

Creative minds that have no limits, let your imagination change the world of packaging.

Packaging made smarter.