Industry · Hardware & trade suppliers

Packaging and storage for hardware and trade suppliers.

Hardware stores and trade suppliers handle thousands of small parts and heavy orders every week. We supply pick bin boxes, shipping boxes, super strong cartons, multi-crease boxes, resealable bags, mailing tubes, paper bags and tape for hardware stores, trade counters and tool suppliers.

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Hardware & Trade Packaging
6,000+products in our range
700+box sizes
1–3 daysdispatch on stock items
From 25units for digital printed boxes

Why it matters

Organised stock, solid shipments.

Small parts get lost and heavy orders burst cheap boxes.

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Faster picking

Pick bins keep parts sorted and easy to find.

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Fewer burst boxes

Strong cartons and tape carry heavy tools and hardware.

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Professional counter service

Bags and boxes ready at the trade counter.

What to look for

What trade packaging must do.

Trade packaging has to be strong, organised and quick to use.

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Strength

Heavy tools and hardware need strong board.

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Organisation

Pick bins and bags keep small parts sorted.

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Flexible sizing

Multi-crease boxes suit mixed orders.

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Puncture resistance

Sharp tools and fixings can tear thin packaging.

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Speed

Bags and boxes ready to go at the counter.

The complete solution

Build your trade kit.

Everything for the storeroom, counter and dispatch.

The essentials

What every order needs.

  • Pick bin boxesFor small parts storage.
  • Resealable bagsFor fasteners and fittings.
  • Shipping boxesFor orders.

The upgrades

Low-cost touches that make a big impression.

  • Super strong boxesFor heavy orders.
  • Multi-crease boxesFor mixed orders.
  • Custom packaging tapeBranded dispatch.

Quick decision guide

What packaging should I use?

Match the packaging to the order.

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Small parts storage

Use pick bin boxes

Add labels on each bin

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Screws & fasteners

Use resealable bags

Add a label with size and quantity

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Heavy tools & hardware

Use super strong boxes

Add reinforced taping

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Mixed orders

Use multi-crease boxes

Add packaging filler

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Long items

Use mailing tubes or long shipping boxes

Add tape the ends well

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Counter sales

Use paper bags

Add nothing else needed

Comparison

Compare your options.

How the main trade packaging options stack up.

PackagingBest forProtectionBrandingBudget
Pick bin boxesParts storageLowMinimal$
Resealable bagsFastenersLowMinimal$
Shipping boxesGeneral ordersHighMinimal$
Super strong boxesHeavy ordersHighMinimal$$
Multi-crease boxesMixed ordersMediumMinimal$

Buying guide

Tips from packaging experts.

Practical advice for hardware and trade suppliers.

Label every bin

Clear labels on pick bins speed up picking and restocking.

Bag by size

Bag fasteners by size and quantity so orders are easy to check.

Use the right board

Heavy tools need super strong boxes, not standard cartons.

Brand with tape

Custom packaging tape is an affordable way to brand outgoing orders.

Box size calculator

Enter your product size and how you'll pack it. We'll work out the box size you need in millimetres.

Enter your product size to see the internal box size you need.

This is a guide only. We recommend ordering a sample and testing it with your product before buying in bulk.

Sustainability

Better choices for the planet.

Our eco range →

Recyclable cardboard

Our cardboard boxes and cartons can go in kerbside recycling.

Kraft & recycled content

Our cardboard contains 60%+ recycled content.

Recyclable tissue

Our tissue paper is 100% recyclable.

Paper void fill

Swap foam and bubble wrap for honeycomb or kraft paper fill.

Made in Melbourne

Over 90% of our range is made in Melbourne.

Before you order

Your packaging checklist.

Tick these off before your first (or next) order to avoid the most common mistakes.

FAQs

Hardware & trade packaging questions.

Can't find your answer? Call 03 8689 9344 or contact us.

What boxes are best for heavy hardware orders?
Super strong cardboard boxes are designed for heavier items. Tape the base well and wrap sharp edges.
How do I organise small parts?
Pick bin boxes keep small parts sorted on the shelf, and resealable bags keep fasteners together.
What should I use for mixed orders?
Multi-crease boxes can be folded to different heights to suit mixed orders.
Can we brand our outgoing orders?
Yes. Custom packaging tape and custom printed shipping boxes are popular for trade suppliers.
Do you supply in bulk?
Yes. Request a quote with your sizes and volumes and our team will help.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide. Stock orders typically dispatch within 1–3 business days, and we offer Click & Collect from Thomastown, VIC.

Ready to get started?

Packaging built for the trade.

Tell us your products, sizes and volumes and our Melbourne team will recommend the right packaging.

Last updated: October 2026 · Reviewed by the PackQueen packaging team