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As we move into September, it’s time to say goodbye to your summer clothes and make some space for autumn. That’s right, the season of chunky knits and boots is upon us, and it’s time to get your wardrobe ready for it.

If you are an international removals company looking for ways to ensure your customers’ goods are transported safely and securely, then the right cardboard boxes can make all the difference.

Finding a reliable supplier with experience in supplying packaging materials for overseas shipping is key to ensuring that your items arrive at their destination intact.

Learn more about quality packaging solutions from phs Teacrate.

Why packaging matters

Moving internationally can be a stressful experience, both for those making the move and for removals companies who are responsible for safely transporting their customers' goods abroad. To ensure that customer's possessions arrive in one piece, it is essential that removals companies use hard-wearing packaging materials that will protect items from damage during transit. High-quality packaging materials can make all the difference between an easy move and a costly disaster.

But how do you know which products are up

Food crates are used by all kinds of businesses that produce or sell food. From farmers to supermarkets, food crates are particularly useful for transporting and storing food safely.

Many

Moving house at university can be a stressful and daunting experience. From finding the right place to live, packing your belongings, loading them into a car or van, and then transporting it all from one location to another—it’s no wonder that moving house is dreaded by many students.

But with the right preparation and planning, you can make the entire process much easier and stress-free. In this blog post, we will provide tips on how you can successfully move house during and after university

Tips for moving house at University

Assess resources
Before you begin, consider how you are going to move. Are you taking your own car, getting a lift, or taking public transport? Your method of transport, and the distance you are travelling, will affect how much you can take with you.
If transport is an issue, you could also get quotes from removal companies who will transport your belongings for you.

Make a list

There is a major logistical challenge for retailers when it comes to shipping in, storing and selling produce. By its very nature, fresh produce is only fresh for a limited amount of time and if it’s not stored and handled correctly, fresh produce

If you’re moving soon and planning to move all your possessions yourself, be prepared to lift and move a wide variety of boxes and other containers.

While

Are you preparing for a new beginning? While spring is a great time for a fresh start, moving during this season can present the usual moving challenges. But fear not, the Teacrate team is here to help you out.

We have everything you need to help you pack up and move this spring. Whether you’re moving house, moving offices or you’re just having a spring clean, we’re here to help. In this blog, we’ll explore the versatility, cost-effectiveness, and eco-friendly advantages of crate hire, ready for your big move.

Why hire crates to simplify your move?

Hiring your packing crates can help streamline your move and keep things simple and efficient.  Forget the stress of assembling and disposing of cardboard boxes – professional packing crates offer a straightforward, hassle-free solution. Their stackable design facilitates easy organisation, ensuring a smoother packing and unpacking process. Designed to be durable, they are perfect for moving even the most fragile

Moving can be a stressful and expensive event, and with rising mortgage rates and the cost of living continuing to affect our finances, homemovers are feeling the pinch more than ever. But that isn’t stopping people from moving – in fact, more than 270,000 households moved last year, and another 309,000 want to.

Finding ways to make moving more affordable can help you save both your money and sanity. In this blog post, we'll explore the cost of moving in the UK and share our best tips for a more budget-friendly and stress-free relocation.

How much does it cost to move in the UK?

Moving costs can vary based on several factors, including the distance, the volume of belongings, and whether you hire professional movers. According to Halifax, the average cost to move

In the ever-evolving landscape of retail, optimising supply chain efficiency is a constant pursuit. One innovative solution gaining traction in the industry is the adoption of rental crates.

Moving away from traditional packaging methods, the transition to rental crates presents a unique set of opportunities and challenges.

However, it may be the best decision you ever made:

Understanding the Need for Change

Before embarking on the journey of incorporating rental crates into your retail supply chain, it's crucial to understand the driving forces behind this shift, and to be 100% sure of why you’re making the change.

Identify pain points in your current packaging and logistics processes, such as excessive waste, rising costs, or inefficiencies in handling. Recognising these challenges will provide a solid foundation for evaluating how rental crates can address specific issues within your organisation.

Of course, you will need to understand a little more

With fast moving businesses, such as food suppliers and retailers, it’s imperative that you have all of your resources ready when you need them. This includes Returnable Transit Packaging (RTP) - plastic crates, trays and pallets - to help transport and store your products.

RTP provides many environmental benefits, protective properties and cost savings over other packaging, such as cardboard and single use plastics, but only if pallets and trays are kept hygienically clean. Effective washing facilities involve substantial investment as well as costs associated with staffing, plant maintenance and hygiene due diligence, which puts an in-house wash process out of reach for the majority of food and retail suppliers.

In order to help our customers – food suppliers and retail suppliers alike - adhere to strict hygiene regulations at all stages of the supply chain, phs Teacrate provides a deep