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Scalderhurst has been appointed the sole distributor of April packaging products for the UK and Ireland, including its folding box boards, art boards, and cup stock boards
April, a global paper and board manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Scalderhurst as its sole appointed distributor for the UK and Ireland.
The new strategic partnership between April and Kent-based paper merchants, Scalderhurst, will focus on the distribution of April’s premium GC1 & GC2 Folding Box Boards, Art Boards, and Cup Stock Boards.
April have designed the printable packaging products as cost effective solutions, aiming to achieve high quality at a competitive price.
Folding Box Boards are suitable for offset, flexographic, and digital printing, with the ability for printing on both sides of the board. The range includes the BoardOne GC1, which is designed for packaging applications that require vibrant graphics.
The Art Board product is suitable for hot and cold stamping foil, offset, screen, gravure, and digital printing. The board provides a glossy surface on both sides, boasting strong ink adhesion and vibrant colour reproduction.
All the products are certified for safety in all food packaging applications and are PEFC certified. Carbon balancing of the products will be provided by Scalderhurst.
Scaldehurst will offer comprehensive UK Stocks of April products, available to meet immediate and large-scale demands. In-house conversion facilities will be provided at Scalderhurst facilities, providing tailored solutions for bespoke size sheets and reels fulfilled in the UK.
Speaking of the collaboration, Kenrick Chew, April’s regional sales head of Paperboard Europe (West & East), says: “We are thrilled to partner with Scalderhurst, a company that shares our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
“This collaboration will enhance our service capabilities, grow our market share, and ensure that our customers in the UK and Ireland receive the best products and support.”
