At Steel City, we know that if you wouldn’t use a product yourself, there’s no point putting your logo on it. That’s why when we select lunch bags, coolers, and lunch boxes, we look closely at the quality – checking the zips, liners, handles, and print areas – to ensure they won’t let you or your team down.
Whether you’re looking for onboarding welcome packs, event giveaways, or kit for site teams, our job is to make sure the product lands well, your sustainability claims are accurate, and your delivery dates are met.
- Secure, usable compartments: We always suggest insulated cooler bags with zipped sections and dual compartments. It’s a practical detail that keeps tubs upright and stops everything from getting messy during the commute. We can help you choose the right size for your needs—whether that’s a 6-can, 9-can, or a larger 22L option—so it’s actually useful for the recipient day-to-day.
- Easy-clean liners: We lean towards thermal PEVA lining with foam insulation because we know it wipes clean easily after a spill and doesn’t hold onto odours like some fabrics do. That ensures the bag stays in use week after week, rather than being thrown away, which is exactly what we want for long-term brand exposure.
- Quality branding areas: When you put your branding on a product, you want it to be perceived as really good quality. That’s why we select bags with clear, flat print areas (from ~110 × 80mm up to 200 × 130mm). Whether it’s full-colour print or engraving, we make sure the branding matches the surface so it doesn’t scuff or crack, keeping your logo looking sharp.
- Verified sustainable materials: Sustainability is a real priority at the moment, and it’s important we don’t greenwash. By including GRS certified recycled cotton and GRS recycled rPET (often in 300D/600D fabrics), we give you a clear paper trail. This means you can confidently tick those internal CSR boxes without worrying about vague claims.
- Trusted UK-made options: We love putting forward UK-made lunch boxes because it gives us – and you – much better control. The provenance is easy to verify, and repeat orders are consistent in fit and finish. It helps us avoid those last-minute surprises or substitutions that can happen with far-flung supply chains.
- Reliable lead times: Lead time is a really popular question. We steer clients towards lines with predictable production windows – typically 5-10 working days from proof approval (with a few 15-day options) – because we know you have deadlines to hit. We want to make sure your merch arrives in plenty of time for your event or onboarding drop.
- Options for every budget: We keep a range of options, from lightweight non-woven coolers (e.g., 80gsm PP) to heavier recycled 600D/900D items. We know budgets vary, but we’ll always advise you on the trade-off between volume and durability to ensure you get the best value for your campaign.