A cardboard box is a shipping container made of thick heavy duty paper known as paperboard, which is more than 0.01 inch or 0.25 mm thick. The term cardboard is used as a generic descriptor for various types of solid firm papers used to produce boxes
In the manufacturing process of corrugated boxes, the glue used to connect the flutes and liners is made from water and starch to avoid contaminating fresh fruits and vegetables. There are many benefits to using corrugated boxes for shipping food. The most important of the benefits is their safety and resistance to bacterial infection. Various research studies have shown that corrugated boxes keep food fresher longer.
In the e-commerce industry, boxes serve multiple purposes, the most important of which is an efficient and highly responsive supply chain, a critical part of e-commerce. Corrugated boxes are the backbone of the e-commerce supply change and have been growing in use over the last two years. A challenge for the e-commerce industry is the shipment of smaller quantities to a growing number of unique and unusual destinations. Corrugated boxes offer the type of security and safety that the e-commerce industry demands.
Great care has to be taken when choosing boxes for the shipping of electronics and electronic components. These types of items are fragile and can be damaged easily by not being packed correctly. For this reason, corrugated boxes are used and supplemented with packing materials for added protection. The greatest concern is the amount of stress placed on components in the handling of the box. The shock from such stress can damage a circuit or loosen a connection. The cushioning found in a corrugated box alleviates worry and prevents damage, ensuring that an electronic product arrives on time in perfect condition.
Shipping materials for the battery industry have to meet strict guidelines and regulations for safety and legal compliance. The fiberboard used to produce these specially designed boxes follows the established guidelines of the corrugated box industry. Aside from the use of specially produced liners, each battery shipping container has to be clearly marked regarding the contents with appropriate safety guidelines.
The shipping of auto parts requires careful preparation since they come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. The basic rule is to protect the part to be shipped from harm by providing packing material that is sturdy, able to handle weight, and cushioned.
When supplying shipping materials for the military, there are several Mil-Spec regulations that must be followed. Unlike other industrial applications, the military provides a list of requirements and a description of production methods for producing materials for their use. The first and most obvious requirement for military boxes is that they be sturdy.
For publishing companies, the shipping of books, documents, magazines, and other printed material has the major problem of weight since a large amount of printed material can be significantly heavy. Once the problem of weight is resolved, the next concern is moisture, which can severely damage printed matter.
Flute |
Thickness
(approximately) |
Attribute |
E | 1.5 mm |
Size: mini
Good for: small box, special design box, premium products |
B | 2.5 mm |
Size: small
Good for: light weight product |
C | 3.5 mm |
Size: medium
Good for: medium weight product |
BC | 2.5 + 3.5 mm |
Size: large
Good for: heavy product, creating large strong boxes |