B&Q Case Study | Plant Trays

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Impulse / Promotional

Promotional plant trays for B&Q

As part of a nationwide rollout, B&Q required bespoke plant trays that could hold and promote new seasonal plant stock.

70000 +

Plant Trays

8500 +

Rolls of Capillary Matting

300 +

Stores

The Challenge

When approached by B&Q with an urgent, high-volume order, the challenge was clear: design and manufacture a brand-new tray system, at scale, within a very short lead time. The solution required agility, technical expertise, and innovation.

The Solution

Our in-house design team developed plant trays with ribs & drainage holes, slanted sides for stackability, and durability features tailored to horticulture.

We adapted tooling quickly with last-minute amendments to satisfy performance requirements, and scaled production and logistic operations to deliver the project within 10 weeks.

By adapting quickly, scaling production, and applying smart design, we proved that manufacturing excellence is about more than making products – it’s about building trust.

The Results

We successfully delivered 70,000 plant trays, 70,000 sheets, and 8,500 rolls of capillary matting on time, despite last-minute design amendments. The trays were manufactured from 100% recycled ABS, offering strength, UV stability, and cost efficiency, while their ribbed and slanted design ensured durability, drainage, and easy stackability.

By scaling production with extra tooling and shifts, and working closely with trusted logistics partners, we accelerated output and streamlined delivery direct to the customer’s warehousing. The result was a robust, sustainable solution designed specifically for outdoor horticultural use.

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