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Are You Shipping in Boxes with the Right Corrugated Construction?

Corrugated fiberboard is a material that consists of one or more fluted corrugated sheets and flat linerboards. Put together to form boxes, these sheets are an indispensable staple of shipping and warehousing.

Different combinations of flutes and sheets come together to make boxes of all kinds of strengths and weights. They can be designed to meet the specific needs of the shipper/user, whether it’s protection from moisture, shock, vibration, compression, and more. Let’s explore the various options of corrugated boxes - we can help you find the optimum type for your needs!

The flute rating is determined by how large or small the pattern of corrugation is between the walls and the thickness of the materials. Here are common flutes and what they are used for:

Let us help you find the right type of corrugated box that will protect your assets from the hazards of shipping. Schedule a consultation with a Packaging Specialist who can help get the packaging you need to optimize space, reduce waste and keep your products safe!

3/16 of an inch thick. This was the original flute design, but is less regularly used today.

1/8 of an inch thick. Easily printed on and good for folding. You will see this style on in-store displays.

3/32 of an inch thick. The most popular flute type, it is good for packing and stacking many materials. Enjoys good ratings on crush resistance.

1/16 of an inch thick. Very light, easy to fold and print on. You will see this style on pizza boxes.

1/32 of an inch thick. Very thin and low material use. You will see this style used for shoe boxes.

Used for dividing the insides of already packaged material.

The most prevalent type of structure.

Usually found in industrial warehouses and used for stacking boxes because it is more crush resistant.

The strongest corrugated structure, often used for storing and shipping chemicals.

SINGLE WALL BOARDSINGLE FACE BOARD

TRIPLE WALL BOARDDOUBLE WALL BOARD

A FLUTE

B FLUTE

C FLUTE

E FLUTE

F FLUTE

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