Harleys Corrugated Cases Invests In BX Motion Boxmaker From Kolbus For businesses seeking robust, reliable, and entirely be- spoke packaging solutions, Harleys Corrugated Cases stands as a name built on over 60 years of expertise. Based in Leicester, UK, this privately owned company has cemented its reputation by marrying four generations of family heritage with an unwavering commitment to quality and customer service. As a leading independently owned sheet plant in the UK market, Harleys offers a comprehensive service that covers the entire packaging lifecycle: design, manufac- ture, and final delivery. They are experts in creating cus- tom corrugated boxes, fitments, and specialised packs, confidently handling everything from a standard shipping
box to complex, bespoke die-cut solutions – and they do so for any size, any quantity, even offering next day de- livery for short orders. This made-to-measure approach, supported by their in-house design service and the latest CAD technology, ensures every customer receives a per- fect-fit packaging solution that is both cost-efficient and structurally sound. What truly sets Harleys apart is their dedication to both customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility. Having built a solid reputation for attention to detail, they pride themselves on being a name the industry trusts. Cru- cially, they have championed the move toward sustainable packaging. All of their materials are 100 percent recyclable and entirely plastic-free, allowing companies to meet their logistical needs while upholding their own green commit- ments. With a reliable team facilitating fast manufacturing and logistics, Harleys is positioned as a partner ready to
efficiently deliver quality corrugated prod- ucts that help businesses succeed in a de- manding market. In 2024, the company went through a generational transition. “My parents de- cided to step back from the business and allow me to take over the company by way of a generational buy-out,” explains David Harley, Managing Director. “I’ve worked in the business my entire working life and could see areas where we could enhance our offerings even further, so we set about looking for equipment to bolster our man- ufacturing capabilities. “We worked closely with Mike Irving of M&K Trading, who installed a recondi- tioned three colour Dong Fang 1224 flexo folder gluer, which has been a big boost for us,” adds David Harley. “But the one area of the business we really wanted to enhance was our short and medium run work, particularly following the installation of a Kolbus MN400 MultiNova gluer in late 2024. We already had two Autobox and two Solarco boxmakers and we decided to boost this area of the business. We visit- ed drupa in May 2024 with the team from Kolbus UK and saw their new BX Motion on their stand. We then saw one at their Houghton Regis facility, before making the decision to invest.” He continues, “It really is a game-chang- er for us, as the print and die-cut in one pass is the right fit for our business. Being able to send jobs direct to the machine from the design office is an amazing func- tion, meaning we get jobs turned around even faster than before. Customers benefit from digital print, without the cost or lead- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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