Every working day, thousands of Australian businesses face the same challenge: getting the right products to the right customers, fast and intact. As Australia’s largest business-to-business workplace supplies company, we know what it takes to source the type of packaging organisations need to get their job done, every working day.
In this blog we asked Sarah Byrne, Category Manager – Industrial & Food Packaging, to share her thoughts on what’s trending in industrial packaging right now.
1. The growing demand for sustainability.
“Businesses are continuing to place a strong focus on sustainability. There’s growing demand for products made from recycled materials, recyclable options, or products that carry recognised certifications such as FSC® or compostable certifications.
“We’re also seeing businesses pay closer attention to single-use plastic regulations, with many reviewing their packaging choices and exploring alternative solutions that better align with evolving requirements,” explained Sarah.
The Envirostar Honeycomb Paper and Tissue Wrap 500mm Roll Dispenser is a fast and easy solution for protective wrapping and offers a more sustainable alternative to traditional plastic bubble and foam wrap. The 100% recyclable and certified FSC® Mix1 wrap is housed in a compact and easy-to-use dispenser. The adaptive design means it expands into a 3D honeycomb structure, perfect for securely packing oddly shaped items.
2. Lightweight, sustainable packaging.
“Lightweight packaging is gaining traction across e-commerce, retail and industrial sectors for its efficiency in packing, shipping and transportation. Less weight can mean lower freight costs and a smaller environmental footprint,” shared Sarah.
Opt for the Jiffylite Padded Mailer Bag, available in several sizes. These rugged, all-purpose, eco-friendly and reusable cushioned mailer packages are created from a robust Kraft paper exterior and include 100% recycled inner batting, a self-seal closure and an easy to open tear-tape strip. Additionally, they are biodegradable and compostable.
3. Safety-first design.
“Safety continues to be a major priority across warehouses, distribution centres and workplace environments. We’re seeing increased interest in products that help reduce risk and improve day to day safety, such as smart retractable safety knives. Businesses are looking for simple, practical solutions that help support safer workplaces without slowing productivity down,” says Sarah.
The Diplomat Klever Eco X-change Two-sided Head Safety Cutter combines workplace safety with sustainability benefits. Its concealed blade design helps reduce cutting injuries and damaged goods. It’s made from 100% pre-consumer recycled plastic, with a reusable handle that only requires the blade head to be replaced.
4. Demand for reusable solutions.
“We’re also seeing growing demand for reusable and longer lasting solutions that help reduce waste and deliver better long-term value. Products with replaceable parts, like reusable knife handles with replacement blades or multi-use functionality like platform trolleys, are becoming more popular as businesses look for ways to balance sustainability goals with cost efficiency,” advised Sarah.
Consider the EHI Easyroll 250kg Folding Handle Platform Trolley, designed to make lifting easier across warehousing, transport and logistics. It is made from high-quality steel, making it suitable for various tasks. It is an ideal reusable trolley for warehouse pick and pack, manufacturing plants and maintenance departments, as well as being suitable for office applications including filing and archiving.
5. Supplier consolidation to cut costs and increase efficiency.
“More businesses are looking to simplify the way they purchase products by working with fewer suppliers across multiple categories. It helps reduce complexity, save time and create a more streamlined process overall,” suggests Sarah.
Rather than managing multiple suppliers, businesses can simplify procurement by ordering through Winc, with access to a range of well-known brands in one simple order. It also helps with aligning ESG compliance, reporting and innovation partnerships, which a Winc Account Manager can help with.
Tried and tested by Winc, our packaging range for e-commerce, retail, warehouse and distribution businesses offers the very best of what we use and much, much more.
Check out our latest Packaging Solutions flyer to explore the range and learn more information about how we can support your workplace with the right mailroom solutions.
1. This product has been certified FSC® Mix which means it has been manufactured with a combination of FSC-certified virgin fibre (from FSC-certified forests), controlled sources and/or reclaimed or recycled wood or fibre.
