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Independent UK manufacturers of corrugated cardboard packaging

Caps Cases is an independent, family-run manufacturer of corrugated cardboard packaging, supplying customers across the UK with plain and printed packaging solutions. Established in 1982, we combine decades of manufacturing experience with continued investment in technology, service and production capability to support businesses that need reliable, high-quality packaging.

1982

Caps Cases is established in Newmarket

Company established in a 5,000sq ft unit here in Newmarket with 6 employees, specialising in pads and divisions.

1985

Manufacturing area expands to 30,000sq ft

Turnover reaches £2 million. Caps Cases is now producing plain cases and large format pallet boxes.

1990

Turnover reaches £5 million

Manufacturing area increases to 40,000sq ft as production capability continues to grow.

1993

Caps Cases Glasgow factory opens

Solid board and corrugated dividers are now being provided as the business expands its offering.

1997

Sales pass £7 million

Production space increases to 80,000sq ft, with the first high-speed casemaker and semi-automatic die cutter installed.

1999

A new Vega Maxi 225 gluer is installed

February 1999 sees the installation of a new Vega Maxi 225 gluer at the Newmarket site.

2000

Caps Cases patents the Klikstor archive box design

A notable step forward in product innovation and archive packaging capability.

2002

Quality system upgraded to BS EN ISO 9001:2000

The business strengthens its systems and standards as it continues to scale.

2006

3-colour casemaker purchased

Sales move beyond £10 million, with improved capability for high-quality printed cases and point of sale displays.

2008

Investment continues in print and die-cutting

A 3-colour stand-alone print machine and rotary die cutter are added to the production line.

2009

A third multi-point gluer is installed

Caps becomes the largest supplier of large format crash-lock or pop-up boxes in the UK.

2012

Quality system upgrades continue

Further improvements enable FSC chain of custody packaging, ISO accreditation and Sedex membership.

2015

3-colour casemaker installed at Baillieston

The Baillieston site gains further print and production capability.

2016

Digital printer and Zund high-speed CAD installed

Investment exceeds £1.3 million, strengthening digital print and design capability.

2017

Annual sales reach £20 million

Caps now employs 200 full-time staff, serves over 1,200 active customers and extends the Newmarket site by 40%.

2018

New high-speed die cutter and 5-colour casemaker installed

A further £2 million investment expands output and print capability.

2019

High-speed finger lift tape applicator installed

The Newmarket site adds further specialist finishing capability.

2020

Materials handling line is introduced

A pallet line is designed and installed to support the high-speed casemakers.

2021

Duplex machine installed at Newmarket

Caps can now produce 2-sided printed die-cut packaging in a single pass.

2021

Annual sales reach £30 million

The business continues to scale with stronger turnover and wider production capability.

2022

World’s first Nozomi 14000 LED line starts up at Caps Newmarket

A major step forward in digital print capability at the Newmarket site.

2022

Caps achieves Investors in People accreditation

The business gains formal recognition for its ongoing investment in people.

2022

JS Printer 924 casemaker is installed in Baillieston

Further equipment investment expands capability at the Baillieston site.

2023

Design & Display Innovation Centre opens

The new Specialist Design & Fulfilment Centre marks another step in creative, structural and fulfilment capability.

Why businesses choose Caps Cases.

Our approach is practical and customer-focused. We work with businesses that need packaging to protect products, present their brand properly and perform consistently across production, packing, storage and delivery. That is why so many customers continue to work with Caps Cases for both everyday requirements and more specialist packaging projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? Find answers to common questions about Caps Cases below.

Caps Cases is an independent, family-run UK manufacturer of corrugated cardboard packaging, established in 1982 and operating across multiple sites.

Caps Cases manufactures a wide range of plain and printed corrugated cardboard packaging, including specialist formats and packaging support services.

The business references manufacturing operations in Newmarket, Baillieston and Northampton, supporting local and national customers across the UK.

The site references ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRCGS certification, FSC chain of custody capability, Sedex membership and Investors in People accreditation.

Take a look
behind the boxes

Join our Managing Director, Trevor Bissett, for a tour of our modern factory, where you’ll see our advanced technology and highly trained team behind the high-quality packaging we deliver.

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