Advice & FAQs

expert answers and practical guidance to help you choose the right co-packing partner

Welcome to 24-7 Steller Packing’s Co-Packing Resource Hub. With over 25 years of hands-on expertise in contract packing, we’ve literally fielded every question you can imagine, so you don’t have to.

Below, you’ll find clear, actionable advice and answers to our most frequently asked questions, covering everything from batch sizes and lead times to quality control and pricing.

If you need tailored guidance on streamlining your supply chain, scaling production, or optimising costs, our packaging specialists are only a call or click away ready to make your next project seamless.

what is contract packing?

Contract packing, or co-packing, is the process of outsourcing all or part of your product’s packing, finishing, inspection, and assembly to a specialist provider like 24-7 Steller Packing. Rather than investing in expensive machinery, warehouse space, and additional staff, you tap into our turnkey solutions to:

Build bespoke kits & gift sets
Custom assemblies, promotional packs and one-off gift sets often require hands-on attention. Our flexible production lines and skilled operators assemble each unit precisely to your design and quality specs.
Scale production on demand From emerging start-ups without in-house facilities to established brands facing seasonal spikes, we’ll ramp capacity up, or down, at short notice to keep you on schedule.
Ensure compliance & quality
Our dedicated QA and compliance teams perform rigorous inspections, sorting, and remedial rework, guaranteeing every carton meets consumer and regulatory standards.
Streamline operations & control costs
Outsourcing packing frees your team to focus on product development, sales and marketing, while avoiding capital outlays on equipment, staffing and upkeep.

By partnering with 24-7 Steller Packing, you gain flexible capacity, rapid turnaround and peace of mind that your products will be packed, checked and dispatched exactly to your requirements.

Need tailored co-packing advice?

If you have more questions, whether about lead times, batch sizes, pricing or bespoke solutions, our packing specialists are here to help.

how much does contract packing cost?

At 24-7 Steller Packing, every contract packing project is uniquely priced to match your exact requirements. We understand that variations in product types, batch sizes, complexity and lead times mean there’s no one-size-fits-all fee, so we create a bespoke quote that ensures you only pay for the resources and time your job demands.

No hidden fees
Our standardised approach is thrown aside in favour of a tailored estimate, so you never pay for steps or machinery you don’t need.
Quick & easy quoting
Simply share a few details about your product, expected volumes and packaging requirements, and our team will build your custom price.
Pre-launch estimates
Still finalising your design? We’ll provide a provisional quote based on your planning stage details, giving you budgetary confidence before you commit.

Ready to get started? Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation and bespoke costing tailored to your project.

Tailored Gift & Hamper Assembly Options

We specialises in bringing your vision to life by hand-assembling bespoke gift packs and complex filler materials. When automation can’t handle delicate, irregular or highly customized items, our skilled operators step in, arranging each component to deliver flawless, showroom-ready presentation.

Our team excels at designing and scaling intricate assembly lines, flexing from a few dozen units to thousands in a single run. Whether you need seasonal hampers, luxury cosmetics sets or promotional swag packs, we adapt to your exact specifications and volumes without compromising speed or quality.

We hand-assemble everything from:

Premium gift boxes & hampers
Books, magazines & DVDs
Toys & promotional giveaways
Cosmetics & jewellery

Sealed foods & sample bundles
Stationery & point-of-sale kits
Promotional items
Hampers
And more..

What’s Your Typical Batch Coding Turnaround Time?

Leveraging our batch codding equipment, plus on-demand labour from our sister company, 24-7 Employment Services, we deliver lightning-fast turnaround on all ink jetting jobs.

Our ergonomic production floor integrates ink jetting directly into the packing line, allowing us to print day codes, expiry dates, serial numbers and custom text in-line.

When & Why You Should Relabel or Over-Label Your Products

Whether you’re correcting a misprint, rolling out a new brand identity or updating barcodes for retail and wholesale compliance, our re-labelling & over-labelling services at 24-7 Steller Packing Ltd make it simple and sustainable.

By applying fresh labels to existing packaging, you eliminate waste, reduce material costs and extend the lifecycle of your stock, delivering both environmental and financial benefits.

Thanks to our streamlined processes and industry expertise, we turn around high-volume relabelling projects quickly and affordably, so your products stay on schedule and within budget.

Which Products Are Ideal for Flow Wrapping?

Our flow-wrapping service combines robust protection with a sleek, professional finish, ideal for single-item packaging, promotional giveaways and retail & wholesale ready products.

Our high-speed machines ensure tight seals that extend shelf life and safeguard against damage.

Plus, we can add labelling for essentials like ingredients, nutritional information or branding, so your products arrive fully compliant and customer-ready.

Our Comprehensive Quality Control & Inspection Processes

At 24-7 Steller Packing, quality is non-negotiable. As a BRC Global Standard Grade AA accredited co-packer, we follow rigorous, audit-ready procedures, including continuous in-line and batch inspections, to guarantee every unit meets regulatory specifications.

Our secure, CCTV-monitored facilities protect high-value goods.

The result? Products that are 100% compliant, fully traceable and perfectly presentation-ready.

What Remedial Rework Services Can We Provide?

Leveraging our industrial-scale facilities and a team of seasoned specialists, 24-7 Steller Packing offers a full suite of remedial and rework services, customised to your exact requirements. From the first consultation through final inspection, we move quickly and efficiently to correct issues without ever compromising on quality.

Label verification & over-labelling – ensure accurate branding, barcodes and compliant information.
Shrink-wrap replacement – remove damaged film and apply a flawless new seal.
Precision sizing & measurement checks – confirm each item meets dimensional specs.
Component & parts checklist audits – verify every piece is present, correct and in working order.

Our bespoke approach means you only pay for the corrections you need, whether it’s a small batch touch-up or a large-scale rework run. With 25 years of experience and a relentless focus on precision, we ensure your products are retail and wholesale ready and customer-perfect every time.

What On-Site Security Measures Protect Your Products Around the Clock?

We maintain 24/7 on-site security with secure, code-entry storage rooms and comprehensive CCTV coverage to protect your high-value inventory at every stage.

From goods receipt and storage to packing and dispatch, our fully auditable product traceability.

Plus, all team members undergo background checks and vetting before joining our facility, so you can trust your products are in safe, professional hands around the clock.

How Do We Champion Sustainability and Minimise Waste?

At 24-7 Steller Packing, environmental stewardship is at the heart of everything we do. We minimise waste through material reuse, on-site recycling and a “paper-lite” office policy.

Our packaging solutions prioritise FSC-certified, recyclable and compostable substrates, while strategic partnerships with green suppliers reduce our overall carbon footprint.

We continuously invest in energy-efficient upgrades, to ensure our operations remain as sustainable as they are reliable.

How Can You Get in Touch with Us?

Ready to streamline your packing process?

Contact our co-packing specialists today by calling us directly or emailing sales@24-7stellerpacking.co.uk.

Whether you prefer a quick phone consultation, a video meeting or an in-person visit, we’ll tailor our expert advice to your needs, no obligation, just solutions.