1) Brand placement on metal

• Laser etch/engrave: base of bowls/planters, underside of trays, inner rim of shakers, back of candle holders, end-cap of bar spoons, jigger body (with capacity marks), lamp canopies/holders.
  
• Emboss/Deboss (die-struck): medallions, cartouches on trays, charger rims, lid knobs, coasters, hang tags.
  
• Stamping/Press marks: discrete maker’s mark on hidden seam/foot ring.
  
• Chemical/photo etch: fine linework, pattern fills, repeat logos on sleeves/panels.
  
• Pad/screen/UV print: high-contrast marks on powder-coated or lacquered parts.
  
• Inserts & badges: enamel pins, epoxy domes, riveted nameplates, knurled end-caps.
  
• Hidden traceability: micro-etch lot code inside base for QA and recalls.
  

Artwork specs: vector (AI/PDF/EPS), convert fonts to outlines; minimum etched line 0.3 mm; laser mark area ≥ 10 × 10 mm for legibility; supply Pantone Solid Coated refs for any printed brand colour.

2) Finish consistency for branded lines

• Colour control: PVD colour delta-E ≤ 2.0 to master chip; brushed grain orientation matched across parts; antique effects standardised with photographic SOPs.
  
• Food-contact & wear points: dishwasher-safe variants available on selected SKUs (304/316 interior + clear coat); nickel-release checks for plated finishes on contact items.
  
• Texture library: hammered/planished patterns aligned to logo zones to avoid distortion.
  

3) Retail packaging architectures (pick & mix)

• Mono cartons (individual sell units): crash-lock base, top tuck; E-flute 3-ply.
  
• Gift boxes: rigid set-up boxes with lift-off/lid-and-base, soft-touch lamination, magnetic closures, ribbon pulls, satin liners, certificate card.
  
• Sleeves & belly bands: kraft/colored, with hot-foil, emboss/deboss, spot UV.
  
• Window boxes: PET/rPET windows, anti-scratch film; structural support to prevent rattle.
  
• Set & bundle boxes: custom vac-form or EVA/EPE foam with cut-outs for bar sets (6-pc/10-pc), bath sets (5-pc), coaster stacks, candle pairs.
  
• Shelf-ready/PDQ displays: perforated tear-away fronts, 2-tier risers for coasters/napkin rings; counter & floor shippers with header cards.
  
• Care & story cards: brand story + “Made in Moradabad” craft note; QR to how-to videos.
  

Print options: CMYK+White, Pantone spot, metallic hot-foil (gold/rose/copper), blind emboss/deboss, spot UV, soft-touch/linen/kraft textures, soy-based inks on FSC boards (on request).

4) E-commerce & marketplace ready (SIOC/Overbox)

• ISTA 3A / Amazon ISTA-6 pack designs; mailer test with 10-drop protocol.
  
• Edge & corner protection: molded pulp trays, rPET vac-forms, die-cut corrugate cradles, foam end-caps, corner boards.
  
• Anti-tarnish & corrosion: sulfur-free tissue, VCI paper/bags, anti-tarnish strips (Intercept), desiccant sachets sized to box volume, humidity indicator card for bulk.
  
• Tape & seals: tamper-evident seals, pull tabs, double walls for heavy bowls/trays.
  

Volumetric optimisation: dielines tuned to courier tiers; nesting/stacking to cut DIM weight.

5) Master carton & palletisation

• Cartons: 5-ply B/C-flute; typical ECT 32–44 (spec to weight).
  
• Cartonisation: drop-in inner packs + corner pads; no metal-on-metal contact.
  
• Std. markings: Model/SKU, Colour/Finish, Qty/ctn, GW/NW, DIM (cm/in), COO (India), batch/PO, handling icons, barcode.
  
• Pallets: 40HQ-optimised footprints, no overhang; stretch wrap + strap + corner boards; pallet height spec per customer (e.g., ≤1.3 m).
  

6) Barcodes, marks & print compliance

• UPC-A / EAN-13 on unit & master; quiet zone respected; ISO/IEC 15416 grade B or higher.
  
• Marketplace IDs: FNSKU/ASIN labels, carton ID (AMZN), store-specific stickers.
  
• Country-of-origin (“Made in India”/“Made in Moradabad”) emboss or print.
  
• Warning/care icons as needed: food-contact glass symbol, “Not microwave safe,” candle fire-safety pictos, dishwasher-safe where applicable.
  
• Lighting packs (if ordered): CE mark, WEEE crossed-bin, rating labels, UL/EU energy tags (with Sustainability tab handling formal approvals).
  

7) Protection inside the box (choose by item)

• Metals & finishes: acid-free tissue + foam sleeve; anti-abrasion micro-fiber bag for polished/mirror items; felt/fabric pouches for premium.
  
• Heavy serveware: die-cut corrugate cradles or EVA; handle/rim guards to prevent denting; silicone feet pre-applied.
  
• Candleware & glass mix: separate glass in pulp tray + metal frame in sleeve, spacer panel between; wick protectors & safety leaflet.
  
• Bar tools: EVA/EPE foam with knurled cut-outs; magnetic rigid box for giftable sets.
  

8) Collateral & brand storytelling

• Care guides: brass/copper patina notes, cleaning steps, warranty/returns QR.
  
• Recipe & usage cards: cocktail recipes for bar sets, tablescaping tips for serveware.
  
• Craft story: short copy on Moradabad heritage + maker photos (optional).
  
• Series continuity: spine codes, colour bands, and icon sets to unify a collection across SKUs and seasons.
  

9) Timelines & deliverables

• Dieline + pack consult: 48–72 h from brief.
  
• Artwork pre-flight: 24 h; digital proofs with Pantone call-outs.
  
• Pre-production sample (printed box + fit test): 7–14 days.
  
• Transit testing: ISTA 3A drop test video + report on request.
  
• Colour control: print drawdowns to master; metal-finish chips supplied for cross-team alignment.
  

What to send us: SKU list with dims/weights, finish & fragility notes, retailer/marketplace guidelines (if any), barcode numbers, brand assets (logo vector, fonts), copy, icons, and any drop-test standard you must meet.

10) Ready-to-use pack templates (popular)

• Bar Set (6-pc/10-pc) Rigid Box: 290×210×90 mm, EVA foam insert, hot-foil + spot UV.
  
• Wine/Champagne Bucket Mailer: 260×260×300 mm, molded pulp end-caps, sulfur-free tissue + VCI.
  
• Charger Plate 4-Pack SRP: 350×350×60 mm, belly band + PDQ perforated tray.
  
• Lantern Box (H500): 540×230×230 mm, E-flute inner + 5-ply master, glass protector sleeves.
  
• Bath Set (5-pc): 300×220×120 mm, die-cut corrugate cradle, window or rigid gift box option.