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Before a shipping box reaches anyone’s door, it gets dropped, stacked, and wedged between other parcels. Custom corrugated shipping boxes from Custom Boxes Manufacturer are designed for that trip, with board strength designed for the weight of the product, and board sizes cut to its dimensions so it isn’t packing empty space.

Corrugated Packaging’s Advantages

Corrugated board consists of a wavy inner layer (fluting) that is glued between flat liner sheets. Like little arches, the flutes distribute the impact energy and prevent the crushing of custom shipping boxes when stacked. That’s the reason corrugated packaging is the norm for e-commerce, wholesale distribution, and freight.

The custom sizing is an added value. Many carriers determine the dimensional weight, a combination of box size and actual weight, when they charge for parcels. A carton that is cut as close as possible to the dimensions of the product can help to reduce shipping costs and the need for fillers to prevent the product from shifting.

The advantages of custom-made shipping boxes

• The ability to stack in warehouses and delivery trucks
• Reduced void fill and fewer returns due to a better fit.
• Logos and instructions for use on the outside of the carton.
• Board that can be recycled, which is frequently made using recycled materials.
• Flat shipping and storage until the boxes are assembled

Selecting the appropriate wall strength

Single wall board is single-layer fluted and is best suited to most retail products, apparel, and light electronics. Durable packaging boxes wall board is used when handling heavier items, bulk orders, and fragile goods, as it is made from 2 layers of flutes. Triple-wall board is used for industrial parts and palletized freight.

There are two strength ratings to look into. Edge crush test (ECT) indicates the capacity of the box to withstand weight when stacked, and the burst test indicates the resistance of the board to punctures. In a warehouse where cartons are stacked several layers high, it is typically the ECT value that is the most important.

There are many instances where corrugated shipping boxes are used, such as:

For everyday orders, online stores use regular slotted cartons, the kind that close with tape and have four flaps. Brands that prefer a complete unboxing experience may opt for tape-free corrugated mailer boxes , which print well in color. From wholesalers, the product comes in bulk packing and is sorted in shipping cartons for retailers. Double-wall and triple-wall boxes with inserts are used in furniture, appliance, and auto parts companies to process heavy, awkward loads.

• Styles: regular slotted cartons, mailer boxes, full overlap boxes and die-cut designs
• Board: single wall, double wall and triple wall in white or brown kraft.
• Flutes: E, B, C, and combined flutes based on protection and print requirements
• Printing: flexographic and digital printing, inside or outside
• Inserts or dividers between the bottles, jars or different products
• Extras: tear strips, handhold and printed handling symbols

Frequently asked questions

Q: What material would you use to make corrugated boxes?

A: Corrugated boxes are constructed of paperboard having a fluted middle layer glued on flat layers of paper. The strength and cushioning of the board is provided by the fluting.

Q: What is the difference between corrugated and cardboard?

A: The words can be used interchangeably, but “cardboard” can also refer to thin paperboard, such as a cereal box. The fluted layer is the part of corrugated board that makes it suitable for shipping.

Q: How to select the correct shipping box size?

A: Measure the length, width, and depth of the product and include additional space for inserts or wrapping. Sort boxes according to the inside size.

Q: Can corrugated shipping boxes be recycled?

A: Yes. Plain corrugated boards are very commonly recycled.

Q: Are you a wholesale corrugated box provider?

A: Yes. Custom Boxes Manufacturer is an expert supplier of bulk boxes for e-commerce brands, distributors, and manufacturers.

Have boxes that are the right size for your shipments.

If your deliveries are broken or your shipping costs are eroding profits, check out the different styles and wall strengths of corrugated boxes from Custom Boxes Manufacturer .

To recommend the appropriate board and size, contact sales@customboxesmanufacturer.com or make a call at 713-978-0088 with the product dimensions, weight, and quantity of products per month that you send out.