Trends which are changing the Corrugated Board Industry

Economic Growth

Ecommerce retail sales are continuing to increase; global sales are expected to be over $7.9 trillion by 2027. 
This will massively increase the demand for corrugated board, with 80% of the packaging being corrugated. From individual packaging and bulk shipping, to protective wraps, corrugated board manufacturers have innovated new way to serve the e-commerce industry and replace plastic alternatives.

Client Requirements

E-commerce has historically burdened the consumer with bulky plastic filler packaging that is not domestically recyclable.

Modern e-commerce retailers now focus on providing bespoke packaging solutions with minimal void filler required, reducing shipping costs and the amount of packaging for the consumer to dispose of.

Many corrugated board manufacturers are finding their customers require a large variety of board sizes to suit consumer needs, as well as recyclable void fill alternatives like shredded or honeycombed board.

The volume and variety of scrap produced can require significant modifications to existing scrap systems, or with the introduction of new machinery, more modern scrap extraction and conveyance systems can be integrated into growing manufacturing facilities.

Consumer trends

Corrugated board is one of the most commonly recycled materials in the UK with domestic recycling easily available to the majority of the population; this appeals greatly to eco-friendly consumers and has led many retailers to utilise ‘100% recyclable’ packaging as a selling point for their products.

Corrugated board manufacturers in the UK have turned to integratedAIR Systems for the bespoke design, quality manufacture, and professional fitting of advanced air conveyance systems for decades.

Future Predictions

Maintaining a modern and efficient production process has allowed many businesses to compete for lucrative contracts with national retailers; ​we work with companies of all sizes at site across the globe to provide outstanding solutions with unbeatable service.

To see the range of systems we have provided you can view our case studies in the Latest News.