How pick bins contribute to our “understand more” value
Here at Lesters, our cardboard pick bins are designed and manufactured for your business, to help fulfil urgent or temporary picking facilities during busy periods or for smaller enterprises with limited storage space. Our corrugated bins are ideal for storing components or stock, with the added benefit of being stackable to help efficiently streamline your […]
What is a die cut box?
What is a die cut box? A die cut box is a box cut from a single sheet of corrugated cardboard using a die press or die cutting machine. The term ‘die’ refers to a shaped blade which is designed to fit any size, shape or need. They are fast and easy to assemble and […]
Lesters wins big again!
One of the UK’s large packaging specialists is celebrating this morning after securing another prestigious business award at a glittering ceremony in the Staffordshire. Lesters, which employs over 60 people at its state-of-the-art Burntwood facility, was named ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ at the Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards 2022. The company beat off high-profile competition to scoop the […]
How Octagons contribute to our “Think Bigger” value
Here at Lesters, we strive to be the best in everything we do – whether it’s through our commitment to innovation or our long-term sustainability goals, we aim to offer high quality products that benefit the wider world. One of our core values is to ‘think bigger’, and this guide explores how our octabin products […]
High-profile sales and design appointments point Lesters towards £25m turnover target
One of the packaging sector’s fastest growing companies is targeting further expansion after making two high-profile appointments. Lesters, which has seen revenues grow 120% over the last twelve months, has recruited industry experts Mark Furman and Greg Burton as Head of Sales and Design Manager respectively. The former has more than 33 years’ experience working […]
What is heavy-duty packaging, and when do I need it?
Designed to carry heavier loads, heavy-duty cardboard boxes are a staple edition for packaging and storage. But how do they work, and when would you need to use them? Our informational guide gives the details, and helps you decide which cardboard box is the right choice for you. How heavy-duty cardboard works Heavy duty packaging boxes are […]
Lesters at the double with Express & Star Business Awards success
One of the UK’s large packaging specialists is celebrating this morning after securing two prestigious business awards at a glittering ceremony in the West Midlands. Lesters, which employs over 60 people at its state-of-the-art Burntwoood facility, was named ‘Manufacturing Champion’ and ‘SME Business of the Year’ at the Express & Star Business Awards 2022. The company beat […]
Benefits of using Octabins
Octabin boxes utilise their octagonal design to distribute bulk and loose fill products. We specialise in creating octabins that provide both an effective and sustainable solution for your packaging needs. Read our helpful guide to find out more about the benefits of octabins today. Octabin Dimensions The octabin is formed of 8 corners which increases its […]
Ultimate Guide: Plastic vs Cardboard Storage Boxes
When choosing your storage solution, you may be wondering which to choose – plastic or cardboard. Both have their benefits and uses – for instance, you may be lured in by the weatherability of plastic boxes, or you may be tempted by the easily stackable abilities of cardboard boxes. In this informative guide, we weigh up […]
Our Values – Challenge Quicker
Here at Lesters, we strive to be the best in everything we do – whether it’s through our commitment to innovation or our long-term sustainability goals, we aim to offer high quality products that benefit the wider world. What does ‘Challenge Quicker’ mean to us? One of our core values is to ‘challenge quicker’, and there’s many […]