“Tailored for freshness, durability, and shelf impact—these formats support chilled logistics and retail-ready presentation.”

Special Formats: Produce & Meat Trays Designed for speed and strength—choose between hand-erect trays for flexible, low-volume setups or machine-erect formats for high-throughput packing lines with consistent fold precision.

👐 Hand-Erect Trays These are designed to be folded and assembled by a person. You take the flat tray, bend the sides up, lock the tabs, and it’s ready to use. They’re ideal for smaller packing setups, short runs, or when flexibility is key—like switching between tray types or adapting to seasonal produce.

🤖 Machine-Erect Trays These are built to work with automated tray-forming machines. The tray blanks are fed into the machine, which folds and locks them at high speed. Perfect for large-scale operations where consistency, speed, and volume matter—like meat processing lines or export packing stations.

Key difference: Hand-erect gives you flexibility and control. Machine-erect gives you speed and uniformity.

Featured Styles

Hand Erect - with Stock Cutters

Available in B Flute – bespoke format. 3 Sizes - For dimensions and fitting guidance, please contact us directly.

Available in BC Flute – bespoke format. 1 Size - For dimensions and fitting guidance, please contact us directly.

Available in BE/C Flute – bespoke format. 5 Sizes - For dimensions and fitting guidance, please contact us directly.

Fefco 0435 Available in B/EB/BC - Bespoke Sizes - Tooling Charges Apply

Machine Erect - with Stock Cutters

Available in B Flute – bespoke format. 3 sizes - For dimensions and fitting guidance, please contact us directly.

Available in BE/C Flute - bespoke format. 1 size -For dimensions and fitting guidance, please contact us directly.

Available in BC Flute – bespoke format. 1 size - For dimensions and fitting guidance, please contact us directly.

Available in BC Flute – bespoke format. 1 Size - For dimensions and fitting guidance, please contact us directly.

Hand-Erect vs. Machine-Erect: Selecting Your Format

Optimising your packing line requires choosing the assembly method that best fits your volume and environment. Whether you need the portability of a manual fold or the sheer speed of automation, our trays are engineered for performance.

Hand-Erect 

  • Setup Speed: Instant manual assembly with no tools or tape required.

  • Best For: Low-to-mid volumes, seasonal peaks, or field-side packing.

  • Initial Investment: Low; leverages our extensive range of existing stock cutters.

  • Structural Profile: Features double-walled sides for enhanced stacking strength.

  • Flexibility: Completely moveable—pack anywhere from the warehouse floor to the farm.

Machine-Erect

  • Setup Speed: High-velocity output via automated throughput.

  • Best For: Consistent, high-volume industrial production lines.

  • Initial Investment: Higher initial setup; requires on-site erecting machinery.

  • Structural Profile: Precision-engineered folds for maximum vertical column strength.

  • Flexibility: Fixed-position efficiency, fully integrated into your existing conveyor or packing line

Utilise Our Stock Tooling

To help you get to market faster, we maintain an extensive library of stock cutters. By choosing an existing size, you can:

  • Eliminate tooling costs for standard footprints.

  • Reduce lead times from design to delivery.

  • Guarantee compatibility with standard palletisation and logistics networks.

Bespoke Size &  Engineering

If your product requires a non-standard footprint, specialised ventilation, or unique locking tabs, our technical team can develop bespoke tooling tailored to your exact requirements.

  • Custom Dimensions: Precision sizing to eliminate internal movement and reduce secondary void-fill.

  • Performance Grades: We select the specific board flute ($B$, $C$, $E$, or $EB$ double-wall) based on your stacking height and moisture exposure.

Technical & Customisation

Board & Print Options We supply a full spectrum of board grades—from lightweight micro-flute to heavy-duty double wall—engineered for your specific moisture and load requirements.

  • Print: High-impact Flexo (up to 3 colours) or Full Colour CMYK.

  • Finishes: Moisture-resistant coatings for chilled transit and thermal environments.

  • Sustainability: 100% recyclable materials across all kraft and white finishes

Trusted Across the Cold Chain

From seasonal horticulture to chilled meats and deli selections, our trays are the industry standard for brands that value shelf-impact and logistics security.

  • Retail Ready: Clean lines and easy-access designs for immediate merchandising.

  • Logistics Proven: Robust builds that survive the rigours of the modern supply chain.

  • Sector Specific: Specialist grades available for high-humidity and cold-storage journeys.

How Can We Help You Today?

Select an option below to begin your consultation or request technical specifications.

Stop guessing on specs. Speak to an expert now for tailored advice on design, compliance, and cost-saving opportunities. Start your project right.

Eliminate damage risk. Verify your current box design with independent strength testing. Ensure your material grade and structure survive the supply chain safely and cost-effectively.

Elevate your brand. Access advanced print techniques, specialty finishes, and certified colour management to ensure flawless visual impact and product consistency.

Move from concept to cost. Finalise your specifications, receive your formal quote, and secure necessary pre-production samples for quality assurance before placing an order*

*Samples & Pre-Production Policy

Samples and Pre-Production Policy: Plain structural samples are supplied free of charge (FOC). Printed and complex structural designs are chargeable at cost to cover materials and machine time, but this fee is fully refundable against your final production order. Physical proofs are supplied subject to quote approval and prior to mass production.