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Packaging made perfect

Custom packaging that gets straight to the point

Packaging with a personal touch

Actionpoint is the go-to supplier for bespoke, compelling, and genuinely sustainable packaging, serving SMEs across the Southeast since 1975.

We keep our promises.
Just look at our TrustPilot reviews.
Packaging solutions created in your best interests, not ours.
We educate, not tell.
So, you understand the why and how.
Worry-free packaging.
You’re free to focus on your business.
Rapid response to customer questions, problems, and goals.

INSIGHT:
Become a leader in your sector for packaging design, efficiency and sustainability

Take advantage of our in-depth Insight review to help you achieve your packaging objectives. Whether your focus is on taking steps to be more environmentally conscious, drive efficiencies, or design an unboxing experience that provides the ‘wow’ factor; our Insight review aims to offer solutions that are right for you.

Letter box friendly

Interactive design

Rapid prototypes & trials

Design

Created from one board

Less damage

Faster to assemble & pack

Efficiency

Eco legislation
compliant

Vegetable-based ink

Recycled/recyclable materials

Environmental

The Insight Process

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Design Review

We test your packaging to see if it matches the product specification (spec). If packaging is over-spec, it’s overly strong and expensive, while under-spec packaging is cheaper but more likely to fail. We assess the amount and type of materials, the resulting weight and bulk, and how easy the box is to assemble and pack. We analyse data on damage/return rates and waste, and we evaluate branding impact and the unboxing experience.

Observe Warehouse Workflow

We visit your premises to observe warehouse work practices, procedures, and environment. We note the number of operatives and level of skills and training. We assess workstation setup, packing efficiencies, box stacking technique, and methods of palleting and loading. We check available storage space, conditions, access, and clutter. We look for bottlenecks and downtime triggers from tape roll changeovers to over- or under-supply of packaging.

Review Materials

We examine the materials you’re currently using to see if they are up to task. If they are old and outdated, they may be causing packaging to fail, or be needlessly bulky, heavy, or expensive. There may be new, thinner, lighter alternatives that perform equally well or better at a lower cost. We check availability and lead times for your materials, along with supplier efficiency/reliability, and issues around quality and sustainability.

Review Management & Processes

We look at your packaging management to see if your budget and resources can be used more effectively. We assess how easy it is to find out quantity and type of packaging you have on site, on order, or being held in stock. We check you’re getting the best unit price for your packaging, have optimal stock-keeping units, and can meet peaks and troughs in demand. We review supplier management, ordering systems, and how you track usage, damages/returns, and waste. We advise you on legislation compliance, and driving efficiencies between departments and sister companies.

Provide Solutions

Using the data and observations, we make recommendations to speed up tasks, streamline processes, and reduce operational costs. We offer practical solutions on how to optimise your team, workflow, storage space, and transportation. We identify where you can introduce greener alternatives and cut waste and emissions. We advise you on how to reduce damages, improve packaging quality and functionality, and enhance the unboxing experience.

  • Design Review

    We test your packaging to see if it matches the product specification (spec). If packaging is over-spec, it’s overly strong and expensive, while under-spec packaging is cheaper but more likely to fail. We assess the amount and type of materials, the resulting weight and bulk, and how easy the box is to assemble and pack. We analyse data on damage/return rates and waste, and we evaluate branding impact and the unboxing experience.

  • Observe warehouse workflow

    We visit your premises to observe warehouse work practices, procedures, and environment. We note the number of operatives and level of skills and training. We assess workstation setup, packing efficiencies, box stacking technique, and methods of palleting and loading. We check available storage space, conditions, access, and clutter. We look for bottlenecks and downtime triggers from tape roll changeovers to over- or under-supply of packaging.

  • Review Materials

    We examine the materials you’re currently using to see if they are up to task. If they are old and outdated, they may be causing packaging to fail, or be needlessly bulky, heavy, or expensive. There may be new, thinner, lighter alternatives that perform equally well or better at a lower cost. We check availability and lead times for your materials, along with supplier efficiency/reliability, and issues around quality and sustainability.

  • Review Management & Processes

    We look at your packaging management to see if your budget and resources can be used more effectively. We assess how easy it is to find out quantity and type of packaging you have on site, on order, or being held in stock. We check you’re getting the best unit price for your packaging, have optimal stock-keeping units, and can meet peaks and troughs in demand. We review supplier management, ordering systems, and how you track usage, damages/returns, and waste. We advise you on legislation compliance, and driving efficiencies between departments and sister companies.

  • Provide Solutions

    Using the data and observations, we make recommendations to speed up tasks, streamline processes, and reduce operational costs. We offer practical solutions on how to optimise your team, workflow, storage space, and transportation. We identify where you can introduce greener alternatives and cut waste and emissions. We advise you on how to reduce damages, improve packaging quality and functionality, and enhance the unboxing experience.

The people behind the packaging

Our team take care of your business as if it were our own. You are allocated a dedicated Account Manager who has the support of an award-winning Customer Service Team.

Together, they are ready to help with all of your packaging needs.

Read our Google reviews

Google Rating
4.8
Based on 16 reviews
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We are carbon neutral

...but we’re not stopping there!

Actionpoint became carbon neutral in 2022 but our goal is more ambitious: to achieve net zero status.

We strive towards greater sustainability as it is the right thing to do. Happily, it also improves the carbon footprint of any business that chooses to work with us.

Sustainability actions:

  • Monthly staff litter-picking events.
  • Tree-planting across the UK.
  • Supporting eco education in schools.
  • Building a fund for local green projects.
  • Reviewing supplier sustainability.
  • Developing Eden sustainable range.
  • Researching advances in packaging.
  • John Cullen Lighting

    • Sustainably designed & manufactured packaging solution.
    • Cardboard packaging using natural cork layer instead of foam.
    • Unique packaging design in line with John Cullen’s brand.
    • Perfect sales tool for displaying & demonstrating products.

    Industry
    Lighting

    Actionpoint Solutions
    Sustainable Packaging

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  • Tillett Racing Seats

    • Saved costs with competitive pricing
    • Faster, more efficient packing system
    • Increased storage space for products
    • Reduced plastic packaging content
    • Easy and reliable stock management

    Industry
    Motor vehicle parts manufacturing

    Actionpoint Solutions
    Insight Packaging Review, Sustainable Packaging, Packaging Creation Lounge

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All you need to know about packaging

News, advice, and expert opinion to help you make informed packaging choices.

PET (1) and HDPE (2) are widely accepted in household recycling waste. Soft/flexible LDPE (4) products like carrier bags can be taken to supermarkets. Remember that recycling facilities differ between councils, so check with your local authority to see what you can put in your home recycling bin.

1

PETE

PET or PETE. Polyethylene terephthalate e.g. soft drink bottles, fruit punnets.

2

HDPE

HDPE. High-density polyethylene e.g. milk bottles, shampoo bottles

3

PVC

PVC. Polyvinyl chloride e.g. window frames, shower curtains, toys.

4

LDPE

LDPE. Low-density polyethylene e.g. carrier bags, rings/yokes for multipacks of cans.

5

PP

PP. Polypropylene e.g. bottle caps, margarine tubs, carrier bags.

6

PS

PS. Polystyrene e.g. takeaway cups and containers, yoghurt pots.

7

OTHER

Other