Microaces Elevates Product Presentation with Sinclair & Rush Clamshell Packaging
Founded in 2011 and based in Poole, Dorset, Microaces is a niche, passion-led business built on co-founder Jon Porter’s lifelong love for model aircraft. With a background in sales, marketing, and IT, Jon, alongside business partner Simon Barr, transformed their shared childhood fascination with radio-controlled planes into a thriving global brand. Together—along with Percy the loyal Patter-Jack—they design, manufacture, and distribute intricately detailed model aircraft and electronic components to customers around the world.
Despite its small team, Microaces boasts a dedicated international following, with fans across the UK, the US, and further afield. Their workshop also doubles as a local shop, reflecting their hands-on approach and commitment to personal service and high standards.
When the team needed a packaging solution for smaller products like 3D-printed parts and electronics, they turned to Sinclair & Rush for support. Our clear clamshell packaging offered the perfect combination of compactness, durability, and professional presentation.
“The clamshell cases present our components beautifully—customers can clearly see what’s inside, and the rear insert adds vital product information while enhancing shelf appeal.”
– Jon Porter, Co-Founder, Microaces
The packaging not only offers ease of assembly and a clean, professional look but is also retail-ready—allowing items to be hung on display pegs for visibility and easy browsing. This is especially valuable for the select stockists that carry Microaces products, helping their smaller items stand out in-store.
Even with modest order quantities, Sinclair & Rush has supported Microaces through flexible shipment options and tailored service, ensuring that their packaging needs are met without compromise.
“Working with Sinclair & Rush has been seamless. They’ve accommodated our smaller runs and always provided attentive, friendly service.”
Adding to their charm, Microaces engages their customer base with "Secret Santa" mailings—surprise packages containing unreleased aircraft models—building anticipation and loyalty within their tight-knit community.
Their core audience, typically men over 50, are reliving childhood dreams through the joy of model aircraft—and Sinclair & Rush is proud to provide packaging that reflects the same precision and passion found in every Microaces design.
