UK-based packaging manufacturer Harrison Packaging upgraded its production facilities as part of a wider strategy to improve efficiency and expand into new packaging segments, including micro-flute.
The investment was made in response to changing market conditions, including increasing pressure on margins, demand for shorter runs, and expectations for faster turnaround. According to owner Craig Turnbull, who acquired the business in 2021, the company had strong technical expertise but was constrained by outdated equipment.
Following a review of its workflow, Harrison worked with Koenig & Bauer to redesign its production chain, with the aim of reducing bottlenecks and supporting a wider range of packaging applications. Central to the upgrade is the installation of an Omega Allpro 110 folder gluer, selected to increase finishing capacity and support both solid board and micro-flute substrates.
(L-R) Chris Scully, CEO of Koenig & Bauer UK, and Craig Turnbull, owner and managing director of Harrison Packaging
Micro-flute is increasingly used for retail-ready packaging, shelf displays, and premium e-commerce applications, offering a balance between structural strength and high-quality print surfaces. Harrison sees this segment as a key growth area, particularly for customers looking to combine product protection with strong visual presentation.
The Omega Allpro 110 enables high-speed folding and gluing, with integrated quality control and short setup times designed to reduce waste and improve overall productivity. According to Turnbull, the finishing upgrade plays a central role in enabling the company to convert printed sheets into finished packaging products more efficiently and with greater consistency.
In addition to the finishing investment, Harrison Packaging also installed a Rapida 106 X eight-colour sheetfed offset press with double coater, configured to reduce makeready times and provide flexible print capacity for short- to medium-run packaging work.
