Nicklin Transit Packaging — Birmingham

West Midlands, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · B7 4LL

Company overview

Nicklin Transit Packaging is an independent packaging supplier in Birmingham, West Midlands, and a market leader in bespoke transit and transport packaging solutions. Established in 1913, the company manufactures and supplies timber and corrugated cardboard packaging products for businesses ranging from large multinationals to local SMEs across heavy industry, engineering, manufacturing, automotive, glass and construction sectors. As a packaging supplier in West Midlands, Nicklin offers wooden pallets, cases, crates, glass stillages, machined timber components, conventional and heavy-duty corrugated boxes, and die-cut fittings. Beyond manufacturing, the company provides comprehensive services including in-house packaging design, finite element analysis, stock-and-serve capabilities, vendor-managed inventory, just-in-time manufacturing, and ISPM15 compliance certification. Their approach emphasises bespoke solutions tailored to individual customer requirements and operational efficiency.

Services offered

Timber Products Manufacturing

Supply of timber pallets, cases, crates, timber-framed panel cases, glass stillages and A-frames, and machined timber components for transit packaging applications.

Corrugated Packaging Products

Manufacturing of heavy-duty corrugated cases, pallet boxes, conventional corrugated cases, and corrugated die-cuts and fittings for shipping and storage.

Packaging Design and Validation

In-house design services including 2D CAD, 3D modelling, package design specification (PDS), finite element analysis, and proprietary Pallet Design System™ for optimisation.

Remote Trip Monitoring

Global asset trip monitoring capability to track packaging performance during transit and provide data for validation.

ISPM15 Compliance and Certification

ISPM15 certification services and chain-of-custody certification for timber packaging to meet international phytosanitary standards.

Stock and Serve Capability

Storage and managed inventory services allowing customers to order packaging on demand with guaranteed supply continuity.

Vendor Managed Inventory Service

Full inventory management service where Nicklin monitors stock levels and replenishes packaging supplies automatically based on customer requirements.

Just in Time Manufacturing

Manufacturing bespoke packaging products to precise schedules aligned with customer production and shipping timelines.

Location and coverage

Nicklin Transit Packaging is based at 36 Erskine St, Birmingham, B7 4LL. They serve businesses across West Midlands and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What types of packaging does Nicklin supply for ecommerce businesses?
Nicklin manufactures timber and corrugated cardboard transit packaging including wooden pallets, cases and crates, heavy-duty and conventional corrugated boxes, pallet boxes, glass stillages, and machined timber components. They serve businesses across multiple sectors including manufacturing, automotive, glass and construction. Specific customisation is available based on your product type and shipping requirements.
Does Nicklin offer bespoke packaging design services?
Yes. Nicklin provides in-house packaging design and validation services including 2D CAD, 3D modelling, package design specification (PDS), and finite element analysis. Their proprietary Pallet Design System™ optimises packaging solutions for specific applications. They can design packaging tailored to your product dimensions and protection requirements.
What is Nicklin's approach to minimum order quantities and lead times?
The website does not specify minimum order quantities or standard lead times. However, Nicklin offers just-in-time manufacturing capability and stock-and-serve services to support varying order volumes. Contact them directly at 0121 3598101 or via their enquiry form to discuss your specific volume requirements and timeline.
Can Nicklin provide ISPM15-certified packaging?
Yes. Nicklin holds ISPM15 compliance certification and provides chain-of-custody certification services for timber packaging products. This is essential if your business exports goods using timber packaging and requires international phytosanitary compliance.
Does Nicklin offer inventory management solutions?
Yes. Nicklin provides vendor-managed inventory services where they monitor and replenish your packaging stock automatically, plus a stock-and-serve capability for on-demand ordering. These services ensure continuity of supply and reduce your need to maintain large warehousing.

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