UK-based corrugated packaging manufacturer Durham Box has revamped BAD Co’s mixed multi-can beer pack using its EFI Nozomi C18000 digital press.

Durham Box has been servicing a broad segment of the corrugated market for the last 30 years. Its recent major investment in an EFI Nozomi C18000 digital press was key to completing the box revision, delivering on the customer’s brief with the new cutting-edge technology providing the required image quality and running speeds.

North Yorkshire-based BAD Co was founded five years ago, starting out with just a 10-barrel brew kit. The company has since expanded rapidly and now produces in excess of three million pints per year. Inspired by American ale production, BAD Co needed an update on its selection pack, comprising of four different craft beer varieties.

Paul Barker, regional sales manager at Durham Box, explained, ‘We started by cleaning up the existing artwork to enhance the can imagery on the box and create deeper blacks. We were able to reduce costs by removing any print from unseen areas of the pack. And by moving away from litho to the Nozomi, we were able to improve the production lead-time by two weeks. Keeping the entire process in-house with our latest kit, allows us to benefit from greater control on the entire process, whilst also reducing waste.

‘We selected a B flute board grade, so were able to incorporate a clay-coated outer liner, thereby providing good protection throughout the supply chain. When primed and printed through the Nozomi, this then gives an enhanced finish with great on-shelf presence.’

Mr Barker continued. ‘Our reworked packaging for BAD Co has not only improved the digital quality of the artwork, but also streamlined production processes to reduce waste, improve efficiency and save the client money.’

Jill Helm of BAD Co said, ‘We have been working with Durham Box for the last two years and we have been impressed with its excellent packaging solutions and great customer service. Its digital print capabilities generate fantastic savings for us. We are now in discussion with Durham Box regarding new gift boxes for our sprint range, and we look forward to seeing the results.’

Durham Box is the first UK packaging manufacturer to invest in a Nozomi digital corrugated press.

Daniel Morris, managing director at Durham Box, presents ‘Harnessing the benefits of digital for corrugated’ at Digital Print for Brand Success 2019; more info at www.digitalbrandconf.com