Digital Transformation in UK Packaging Manufacturing

Duo UK’s production floor showcasing innovative real-time data systems driving sustainability and efficiency in UK packaging manufacturing.

As forward-thinking manufacturers creating innovative packaging solutions for our clients, we’re always striving to stay one step ahead in the competitive UK packaging manufacturing industry. We specialise in producing packaging products, including collation shrink film, branded mailing bags, and industrial polythene film. Our continuous investment in product development and manufacturing methods ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry.

Through the Made Smarter Programme, we’ve successfully implemented a cutting-edge, real-time, data capturing software system on our production floor. This technology monitors machine performance and energy use, transforming how we operate.

By integrating cloud-based technology, this digital transformation project demonstrates the practical benefits of digital transformation in UK packaging manufacturing, making production not only more efficient but also more environmentally sustainable.

The project utilises sensors to capture live data from machinery and display it on a web application, enabling our team to respond quickly to potential issues and make adjustments in real time.

Initial tests have shown that this system can significantly cut energy consumption and improve operational efficiencies, paving the way for more competitive pricing in UK packaging manufacturing.

Tom Gibson, Production & Supply Chain Manager said: “Made Smarter’s support, in terms of guidance, the grant and workforce development, has not only made this data and systems integration project a realised but accelerated our future plans.”

The adoption of data-driven technology aligns with the broader goals of the Made Smarter programme, which seeks to enhance productivity and sustainability across UK manufacturing.

By Duo investing in digital solutions, we’re not only gaining operational advantages but also contributing to the UK’s mission to make its manufacturing sector more resilient and globally competitive through cutting-edge technology.

This shift towards digitalisation highlights the strategic importance of government-industry collaborations in realising the UK’s vision of an advanced manufacturing landscape.

Want to learn more about our range of packaging solutions? Whether you need bespoke polythene shrink film, branded mailing bags, or industrial polythene film, Duo UK is your trusted packaging manufacturer UK. enquiries@duo-uk.co.uk or call us at +44 0161 203 5767.