Custom Crate Solutions: Bespoke Packaging for Unique Needs

Standard packaging solutions generally cater to most UK businesses. However, there are many businesses out there that require more specialised packaging products. These products allow their logistical operations to run as efficiently as possible.

At phs Teacrate, we create custom plastic crates to help businesses protect their products and speed up their operations. When off-the-shelf crates become a limiting factor, many businesses turn to our bespoke packaging solutions for support.

Here’s everything you need to know about our supply process.

What is non-standard packaging?

Non-standard packaging is essentially any type of packaging that has been designed beyond generic sizes or formats.

At phs Teacrate, our bespoke packaging solutions can be tailored to a product’s shape, weight, and handling needs, ensuring that the packaging supports the product throughout its entire supply chain journey.

Which industries benefit most from bespoke packaging solutions?

There are certain sectors and industries where custom crates are the best way to keep operations smooth and efficient. For example:

Where can businesses go for bespoke packaging solutions?

Our packaging specialists have been supplying custom plastic crate solutions to UK businesses for over 20 years.

Unlike suppliers limited to off-the-shelf products with little flexibility, we operate with our own fleet of tooling and work closely with a range of UK-based injection moulding partners. Thanks to our strong industry relationships, we can manage both small custom orders and high-volume orders while maintaining consistent high-quality results.

We’re very proud to offer a truly end-to-end bespoke packaging service. Whether you require one crate in a non-standard size or a high-volume order of lidded and non-lidded crates, we can create and deliver the exact packaging solution your business requires.

How we create custom plastic crates in the UK

Our design and supply process is very simple and straightforward. At all stages throughout, we aim to make the process as collaborative and transparent as possible so you can see the true benefit custom packing solutions can bring to your operations.

Step 1: Concept and ideation

Once you enquire with our team, we’ll arrange a meeting to discuss your product, handling requirements, storage conditions, and current transport flow. This helps us understand the dimensions, load capacity, stacking needs, and any customisations required for your crate.

At this point, you can also specify any custom colours, logo branding, or tailored surface finishes to align with your operational needs and brand identity.

Step 2: Design and prototyping

Using our on-site tooling capabilities, we can create prototypes using custom moulds. We’ll then meticulously test each crate under real-world conditions for full peace of mind.

We’ll make any required adjustments to the prototypes before final approval, ensuring the most sustainable levels of performance and durability.

Step 3: Production and customisation

Once approved, we can then manufacture your crates using either virgin or recycled polypropylene. Both materials offer the most comprehensive protection for your products and are also fully recyclable to help reduce negative environmental impact.

What are the benefits of custom plastic crates?

Custom plastic crates may seem like a luxury, but they’re actually an essential for businesses in niche and specialist industries.

  • Contents protection: Our custom crates are designed to fit your products precisely, reducing movement, damage, and waste during transit.
  • Operational efficiency: Our crates are designed to stack and nest with ease, improving the space management of warehouses, vehicles, and back-of-house areas.
  • Brand consistency: Our logo-branded and colour-customised crates are a top choice for customer-facing businesses, since they reinforce a consistent brand identity and build consumer trust.
  • Sustainability: Our bespoke crate solutions are all fully recyclable at the end of their lifespan, reducing reliance on single-use cardboard packaging and any associated disposal costs.
  • Effortless scalability: Our custom crates are designed to support your business at every stage. Whether you’re placing an order of one unit or a thousand, you can expect the same high-quality product.

Enquire today for bespoke crate solutions from phs Teacrate

Would your business benefit from custom crates? If your current solutions are causing issues, it may be time to explore more sustainable options.

Get in touch with our packaging specialists today to discuss our bespoke crate solutions in more detail. We’ll be more than happy to help bring your custom packing solution to life.