And how manufacturers are saving time, money and stress by switching to end-to-end packaging partners…

 

When manufacturers hear “one-stop shop” in the packaging world, it might sound like just another buzzword. But at Excel Contract Packing, it’s the heart of how we support our clients—and in today’s challenging manufacturing climate, that really matters.

 

Here’s what it actually looks like, and why it’s a game-changer👇

 

💼 1. Sourcing? Sorted.

 

We handle the procurement of all packing components – from printed bags and labels to boxes, adhesives, and protective packaging.

 

📦 Why it matters:


No need to deal with five suppliers, wait on long lead times, or manage inconsistent deliveries.

 

📉 Savings: According to Logistics Manager UK, managing multiple packaging suppliers adds up to 18% more admin time per month.

⚙️ 2. Packing? Powered by tech and experience.

 

Whether it’s high-speed auto-bagging for furniture fixings or hand-packing for oddly shaped components, we’ve got it covered.

 

📈 Our machines can pack up to 1,800 kits an hour, reducing turnaround times and getting your products to shelves faster.

 

✅ Real client example: We packed 65,000 sub-kits for a boiler manufacturer in just 10 days using our automated line.

 

🔍 3. Labelling, quality checks & presentation? Done.

 

We handle over-labelling, product identification, barcode application, and visual inspection so everything leaves retail-ready.

 

💬 “Packaging is your last chance to make a first impression.”

 

And we treat every item like it’s going on a shelf tomorrow.

 

🚛 4. Warehousing, storage & logistics? You guessed it.

 

With warehouse costs now averaging £6 per square foot (Source: Savills UK) and energy/insurance costs rising steadily (Source: BCC Q4 2024), outsourcing isn’t just convenient—it’s financially smart.

 

🌍 We offer full pick, pack, and dispatch capabilities for UK manufacturers. One partner. One contact. No logistical headaches.

 

💷 5. The numbers speak for themselves

 

If you’re handling packing in-house, you’re likely spending:

 

  • £25,400+ per staff member (based on 2025 NLW of £12.21/hr, 40 hrs/week)
  • £6 per sq. ft. in warehouse costs (Savills)
  • £20,000–£40,000+ in annual energy and insurance bills (BCC)
  • £50k–£550k+ on each packing machine (Packaging News)

 

Outsourcing with Excel can cut your packaging overheads by 20–30%, depending on volume and complexity.

 

💬 Real Talk: What’s the catch?

 

No catch. 

 

Just a UK-based team of experts, decades of experience, flexible support, and scalable services. Whether you’re a growing SME or an established manufacturer, we make your operations leaner, cleaner, and less stressful.

 

📩 Want to explore what working with a true one-stop shop looks like? Let’s chat.




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