The Ultimate Guide to Corrugated Boxes- Upack
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This document provides a comprehensive overview of corrugated boxes, highlighting their importance in modern commerce and supply chain logistics. It traces the history of these boxes, explains their manufacturing process, details various types, and discusses printing options for customization. The guide serves as a valuable resource for businesses seeking informed packaging solutions.
The Ultimate Guide to Corrugated Boxes- Upack
- 2. INTRODUCTION Corrugated boxes are an essential part of modern commerce, used to transport products safely and securely from one place to another. They are used in a wide range of industries, from food and beverage to electronics, and are a critical component of supply chain logistics. In this guide, we'll explore the world of corrugated boxes and provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions about packaging solutions for your business.
- 3. HISTORY OF CORRUGATED BOXES: Corrugated boxes have been in use for over a century, with the first patent for a corrugated paperboard box filed in 1871. They were originally used as a lightweight alternative to wooden crates for shipping fruit and produce, but soon became popular in other industries as well. During World War II, corrugated boxes became even more important, as they were used to transport supplies and equipment to soldiers on the front lines.
- 4. MANUFACTURING PROCESS: Today, corrugated boxes are manufactured using a highly efficient process that involves several steps. First, the raw materials are sourced, which typically include a mixture of recycled paper, virgin paper, and other additives. The paper is then formed into a corrugated medium using a series of fluted rollers, and this medium is then glued to two flat sheets of paperboard to create a corrugated board. The board is then cut and folded into the desired shape and size to create a finished box.
- 5. TYPES OF CORRUGATED BOXES: Regular Slotted Containers Half-Slotted Containers Full Overlap Slotted Containers
- 6. REGULAR SLOTTED CONTAINERS (RSCS): These are the most common type of corrugated box, and are characterized by four flaps that meet at the center of the box when folded. RSCs can be used for a wide range of products and are easily stackable.
- 7. HALF-SLOTTED CONTAINERS (HSCS): These boxes are similar to RSCs, but have only one set of flaps, making them easier to open and close. They are commonly used for larger or heavier items.
- 8. FULL OVERLAP SLOTTED CONTAINERS (FOLS): FOLs are similar to RSCs, but have extra flaps that extend over the top and bottom of the box, providing extra protection for the contents.
- 9. PRINTING OPTIONS: Corrugated boxes can be customized with logos, branding, and other graphics using a variety of printing techniques. Flexographic printing is the most common method, which involves using flexible printing plates to transfer ink onto the box. Lithographic printing, which is similar to traditional offset printing, is also used for high- quality graphics. Digital printing is a newer technique that is becoming more popular, as it allows for greater flexibility and faster turnaround times.