Corrugated Box – Dream Up The Ideal One

Your customers are important to you and it is every business owner’s dream to have their product delivered in perfect condition. Now that would require the perfect box with the exact specifications of the product dimension, so that there is no extra space and therefore, no chance of damages. Although, there are many companies offering readymade folding cardboard boxes, it might not fit your requirements if your product has a unique shape. Sometimes, you might need your box to have compartments to fit accessories and that might not be available in a standard, readymade box.

So what you need is a box made just for you, in the way that you want it. You can get any type of box with the following added to it:

Labels
Stickers
Dividers
Packaging materials

Ordering folding cardboard boxes takes the headache out of manufacturing it and getting the help of specialists just adds to the perfect touch. Having the perfect finish talks a lot about your company and it is in fact, a type of advertising which is subtle and loud at the same time. Also, getting your boxes from a box supplier will ensure that you choose the right materials, since the supplier will be able to guide you, depending upon the product.

You can make use of a corrugated box for your own use as well, especially when you want to store your belongings for a season. You can go in for an old used box but the chances are, your belongings are going to get damaged. So even if you think that the investment is a bit too high for home use, it will eventually prove to be the wiser decision as it will act as a more secure option for your goods. Also, you might require special boxes for a specific purpose or special occasions and old boxes will never do.

Most suppliers of folding cardboard boxes stipulate a minimum number such as a 100 or 500. However, if you want just one to try out, you can order from Instabox, which allows the customer to order a single box. Try it on for size and if that is not right, you can always change your specifications later on. Also, ordering just one corrugated box is not as expensive as you might think. In fact, it is cheaper in the long run to reject just one as opposed to a hundred boxes, which you would have otherwise bought from another company.

[5/1/2014]

Custom Printed Tape – Use It For Your Packaging Needs

You can select from readymade tapes or you can be innovative by getting custom printed tape, bearing your company logo and any other information that you need. This is an innovative and cost effective form of advertisement as well. Imagine your boxes and other packaging materials advertising your company all the way up to the destination! You can get them made in any kind of width that you need and when you order in bulk, they are still relatively cheap. Sending a package to a customer with your own customized tape will say a lot about your company and it will help to make your company a household name.

Types of Tapes Available

In this day and age, you can get just about anything the way you want it and the same is true when it comes to custom printed packaging tape. Here are the different kinds of tapes that you can choose from:

Polypropylene tapes are considered the standard ones that most people go for since they are economical and strong. They can withstand a lot of pressure and they are easy to use, especially when you have to pack a lot of items. Printing on this tape is easy and since the tape is extremely durable, your printed information will also last a long time. You can also get extra strong, heavy-duty tape for those special packages, which need to go a long way.
Paper tapes are another option that you can consider as they are eco-friendly while being inexpensive. They can be recycled too and will show everyone that you care about the environment. Another advantage of using paper tapes is that they can stick to dusty surfaces and can be used for almost any type of packing.
Another widely used custom printed tape is the PVC kind which comes with a good vinyl backing and is used to seal heavy boxes.

Advantages of using customized tapes

When you make a custom printed packaging tape for your company, you are promoting your company in a very unique way. It will also help build trust as it tells your customer that you take every measure to make sure that the product arrives safely. You can even use the tapes to store your company products and it will help you to take stock meticulously. You can even get the tapes printed with promotional material and information that will be of value to the customer.

[4/29/2014]

Shipping Materials That Every Business Needs

Your business is your life. You want the best of the best for your clients. You want to protect your investments and make sure that they get where they need to be. If this sounds like you, you need to know all about shipping your products. The shipping materials that you choose for shipping your products to your clients should be chosen with care because your reputation is at stake. When you take the time to choose the ideal shipping supplies, you are taking the time to protect yourself, your merchandise and your clients all at once.

Here is a compiled list of 5 shipping supplies that you might not have thought of when planning for shipping your merchandise.

Custom Printed Bags- providing your clients with customer printed bags when they make purchases can give your business an extra edge against your competitor who doesn’t. Imagine the impact that seeing your logo on a daily basis, all over town, will have on your business.
Custom Printed Tape- Now that online sales are skyrocketing, you may find yourself mailing more and more merchandise. Instead of using plain, clear packing tape, why not have custom made printed tape? When you seal your box with tape that has your logo on it, you are giving your customer another shot to recognize your logo.
Hand Trucks- These handy tools allow you to easily move up to 1000 lbs of merchandise without straining or hurting yourself. They are perfect for moving boxes around in your shipping area and onto the trucks.
Paper Wrapping Material- When you have smaller items in your boxes, you may need to have some wrapping material. A low cost option to replace costly packing peanuts is to use colored paper. You can choose a color that goes best with your brand. You can also use newsprint or tissue paper.
Shipping Tags and Accessories- adding shipping tags to your boxes can allow you one more chance at infusing your brand to your shipping materials. You can also use them to keep track of where your boxes need to go to.

Remember that the small touches are the ones that your clients will remember. Going above and beyond to show off your brand on your shipping materials, and to package your merchandise can make all the difference between you and your competitor.

[4/25/2014]

Packaging Supplies For Shipping

It is important that you take time to use the proper packaging supplies and shipping accessories to ensure that your item arrives on time without damages. With three simple steps your package will be ready to ship.

Step 1: Use a Brand New Corrugated Box

While it is possible to reuse a corrugated box, when it comes to shipping it is better to go with a brand new box. Every time that a box is used for shipping it loses some of its structural integrity. If you use a new box, you can be sure that the strength of your box has not been weakened by past use. As with all packaging supplies, make sure that your box is the most lightweight and smallest dimension possible for the item you are sending. This will protect you from additional costs of shipping for a larger container.

Step 2: Protect Your Item

Ideally, when you package your item using packaging supplies like paper wrap, corrugated dividers and foam packing peanuts you will be able to protect your items from moving around. Any movement of your items during shipping can cause damage by products bumping together. You should wrap each item separately and keep at least two inches of padding between breakable items.

Step 3: Close Box and Label Correctly

Using shipping accessories like a tape gun and 2 inch wide pressure sensitive tape or nylon reinforced filament tape will assist you in securing your items. Be sure to use 3 strips of tape at the bottom and top of the box along the three edge seams. This will ensure that the openings do not open unexpected during transit.

Other shipping accessories that will help with effective shipping are shipping labels. Be sure that when you fill in the shipping address that you include the entire address, including the name of the recipient, the whole street address with postal code and the suite or apartment number if there is one. The more complete your shipping label is, the more likely your package will get where it needs to go.

When you have all the shipping accessories and packaging supplies that you need on hand, shipping and packaging becomes a walk in the park. You know that your items will get where they need to be, and that your reputation for high quality goods will remain intact.

[4/21/2014]

Shipping and Packing Materials – Does it Matter Which Ones You Use?

When it comes to shipping and packing materials, remember that there is a reason why boxes come in different shapes and sizes. It is crucial for effective shipping that you choose materials that are ideal for your project. The right shipping and packing materials can make the difference between your package arriving and your package arriving in one piece. Here are some of the different kinds of packing materials and supplies that you might need for effective shipping and packing.

Boxes:

There are a variety of boxes that you might need depending on what you are planning on shipping. For example, if you are mailing clothing to one of your clients, you may wish to purchase a wardrobe box with a bar. This box is perfectly suited to shipping delicate clothing that must be handled with care. The bar will allow you to neatly contain the clothing without wrinkling or folding.

If you are shipping many documents that must remain organized, you can have sturdy file boxes that ship well and stack easily. These paper wrapping materials allow you to label and consolidate your precious paperwork without the threat of smashed or shifted documents.

There are many other shapes and sizes of boxes that may assist you with a successful shipment catering specifically to your products.

Mailing Tubes:

If you are mailing promotional materials like posters, fliers or even parts of billboards, you may require a mailing tube. Our mailing tubes come in hundreds of shapes and sizes and can be used for mailing just one sheet, or hundreds depending on your shipping and packing needs. These tubes are ideal as paper wrapping materials because they protect your valuable assets without fear or water damage, bending or folding.

Other products:

Packing tape
Packing peanuts
Bubble wrap
Tape gun
Corrugated pads
Chipboard dividers

While you may not require every one of these products for every package you ship, you may find it worthwhile to keep some on hand.

There are many other shipping and packing materials that you may wish to use in order to quickly, safely and effectively ship your delicate, valuable merchandise and paperwork. You can contact a number of professional shipping and packing materials providers to see what options are available and viable for you. You’ll be surprised at the number of cost effective, simple solutions that are available.

[4/17/2014]

Fiberboard Dividers Help Protect Your Goodies

Anyone who has to ship and package inventory or merchandise knows that it is important to package your boxes correctly. Using the right kinds of packing materials will prevent damage to your goods, saving you money and reputation points with your clients. While it is obvious that packing peanuts, bubble wrap and other stuffers can help to protect your merchandise, other packing solutions like fiberboard dividers and chipboard dividers can prevent additional damage that stuffing cannot.

Here are a few interesting tidbits about fiberboard dividers and chipboard dividers that you might not know.

Fiberboard dividers are sturdy storage solutions that are made from corrugated fiberboard. They are heavy duty and versatile; perfect for storing loose parts of machines, nails and screws, and other small but heavy pieces. According to government testing, these dividers are slated to last between 30 and 50 years. They are more fire resistant than chipboard dividers, but are still completely recyclable. They can be assembled without tape or staples, allowing for a quick and simple installation or removal.

Chipboard dividers are a fantastic, inexpensive option for shipping fragile items. The nice thing about chipboard dividers is that they are much cleaner than some other divider options. They create less dust and are lightweight so they are less expensive to ship. They are made of non-bending paperboard that is composed of mixed waste papers. Chipboard dividers can come in a variety of ecologically friendly arrangements to meet most of your fragile shipping needs. Many businesses are starting to understand the need to be ecologically responsible- using greener shipping alternatives can be an affordable way to make that happen.

While there is an option of using plastic dividers for certain projects, it is almost always more economical to stick with paper based dividers. Plastic dividers can provide additional damage prevention- especially for returnable items- but the costs of implementation can be unreasonably high for their use. They are also not as green as the paper options.

For the biggest bang for your buck, chipboard dividers and fiberboard dividers give you the protection you need for your valuable materials. The reassurance of using a 100% recyclable and low cost material will help you sleep a little better, knowing that your product will get where it needs to be in one piece. Choosing the best alternative for your business can be simple, as long as you know exactly what it is you need it to do and protect.

[4/14/2014]

Corrugated Cartons: A brief History

Today we take for granted the fact that one can simply run to a grocery store, or a hardware store to pick up a couple of boxes for moving. We can order dozens of custom made corrugated cartons for low prices and our shipping boxes rarely cost more than a couple of dollars. This sense of ease for shipping has not always been a reality.

Before the 1850’s, it was necessary to package anything that was to be shipped anywhere into hand crafted wooden crates. These crates cost a lot to build and were not necessarily custom to the items that you were shipping. Being in crates that did not protect them from shipping hazards damaged many items.

The corrugated cartons that we are now familiar with got their start in New York City when Albert Jones patented them. Although originally used in England to protect hats inside of hatboxes, they were first used for shipping bottles and lanterns in 1871. In 1890, corrugated cardboard got a boost from Robert Gair, who discovered that by adding two sheets of flat board on either side of the fluted center paper, the strength of the box increased.

This discovery allowed for corrugated cartons to become the benchmark for shipping containers and lead to an enormous boom in shipping across the globe. We might even go as far as to say that the invention of corrugated cartons revolutionized the world of enterprise for North America, the United Kingdom and the globe.

Today, we are able to make boxes using machines that are capable of cranking out cardboard at a rate of over 500 lineal feet per minute. We can add logo designs, create large volume boxes and transport large and small items without so much as a second thought.

The technology required to create a corrugated cardboard box doesn’t seem like something that would be complicated, folding paper and gluing it between two flat sheets of board. The invention took thousands of years to master, but when it was finally a reality it became a massive catalyst for the world of commerce.

Today, through the use of corrugated cartons, many businesses are able to safely ship a wide number of products in a safe, secure and cost effective manner. Cardboard is also recyclable, making it a great option for companies that are currently “green” or in the process of going “green”.

[4/10/2014]

Folding Boxes and Cartons

When it comes to packing and shipping your business’ merchandise, files, and other deliverables, there is no such thing as paying too much attention to the box it is shipped in. All boxes and cartons have their own special purpose and can help to prevent damage to your precious inventory. When you pack shipments properly, with care and dignity, your clients will see the quality and attention to detail that you provide. Here are a few of our most popular kinds of folding boxes.

Stock Bin Boxes

These boxes come in various sizes and may include cardboard partitions. They are ideal for shipping or storing small parts, buttons, supplies, etc. Bin boxes can be stored in a display box to showcase the merchandise or can be used individually as part of an in store display.

Brown Corrugated Stock Boxes

Folding boxes that come in many sizes, these are standard, low cost shipping boxes. They are sturdy and can be shipped or stored with ease.

File Storage Boxes

These heavy duty folding boxes are resistant to damage and are easy to stack, transport and open or close. They are compact at 15X12X10 “. These boxes typically are used to store archived papers or files.

Poster Boxes

Poster boxes prevent folding and damage to posters. They are easy to gather and transport and allow for simple packing of your valuable marketing materials.

Breather Boxes

Folding boxes that are designed specifically for transporting foods, breather boxes are also known as pizza boxes. They allow for some of the heat of the food to be released while maintaining optimum temperature. They are moisture resistant and do not contain any materials that are harmful to humans if accidentally ingested.

Taking the time to choose the perfect box for your needs is an important detail that should not be skipped. Your clients will appreciate the fact that you have gone above and beyond to protect their items and you will save yourself money, reducing the instances of damages during shipping.

You can choose either stock boxes that are standard brown or white, or you can add some personality and have custom boxes designed that will allow you to infuse your businesses’ brand into everything that leaves your office. It may seem like a minor detail, but finding the perfect boxes and cartons for your business can be the difference between failure and success.

[4/8/2014]

Cardboard Dividers and Their Use in Packaging

You might not think that using corrugated partitions or cardboard dividers in your packaging would make a difference, but you might be surprised. There are many uses for cardboard dividers.

Corrugated partitions can create separate compartments within a larger box that are ideal for maintaining the position of a product and for cradling fragile items that may break if dropped. You can have your cardboard dividers cut to fit any large box and you can have as many or as few compartments as you need!

Some common uses for cardboard dividers include packaging wine bottles, small parts of machines, jewelry, and other merchandise that should not touch the other objects in the box. You can have your corrugated partitions designed in such a way that they will not only protect your products, but sometimes they can also be colored to match the specifications of your branding.

Partitions are a better choice than bubble wrap or packing peanuts in some cases. When you are packing items that must never touch or bump each other (like wine glasses or medical supplies) the partitions provided a barrier between the objects. With packing peanuts, your objects might hit together during transit causing costly damages that may require reshipping.

Many industries use cardboard dividers in creative ways to protect goods. Here are some surprising ways that industry uses cardboard dividers.

Automotive- to protect fragile parts from getting lodged into larger parts
Cosmetic- to separate bottles and jars
Agriculture- to protect fruit and vegetables from unnecessary bruising
Food and beverage- to prevent bottles from breaking
Electrical- to separate mechanical pieces that could break from friction

Choosing the right partitions to suit your product can mean the difference between a good product and a great product. Be sure that your items fit snugly without slipping or crushing. In addition, some bubble wrap or some paper wrapping could further protect your items that are especially delicate. Do not be afraid to experiment with a few different types of cardboard dividers to choose the one that works the best for you.

Before choosing corrugated partitions to protect your merchandise make sure you identify what type of partition you are going to need. Does it need to be thicker to protect fragile materials and keep them from shifting and breaking or can it be lighter and thinner, simply to keep the contents from sliding around and becoming a jumbled mess? Once you know exactly what you need your partitions to do, you can quickly narrow down your search to find the ideal corrugated partitions you need to help make your shipping processes easier, safer and more cost effective.

[4/3/2014]

3 Benefits to Using Custom Display Boxes

Using corrugated displays allows you to share your product in an easy to manage, attractive manner. You can have your display designed to your specifications allowing for your display boxes to be placed wherever they need to be and in an attractive manner. The dimensions, colors, and utility are up to you, allowing for versatility and flexibility. Here are three benefits to using custom corrugated display boxes for your business.

You can increase awareness of your unique brand without using gimmicks.
Your clients will recognize your brand right away by seeing the familiar packaging. If your corrugated displays proudly tote your logo and brand colors, you are inspiring brand loyalty. Your company name is already synonymous with quality, now you can ensure that your high quality products will be recognized anywhere that you place them.
The installation of custom display boxes is quick and painless.
When you are planning to place a new display box, whether you need 1 or 100 you can easily choose the specifications and dimensions. You can fit your display box between two others, or set up on a table by itself. You can choose to design a box that sits on the floor and stands three feet tall if you want. Corrugated display boxes allow for so much flexibility that the possibilities are nearly endless.
Custom display boxes are an inexpensive solution to furthering your advertising dollars. As with any custom designed products, the more corrugated boxes that you order, the greater your savings are. As mentioned previously, your brand will be displayed proudly for potential clients to see. The more that your brand is shared on your display boxes, the more chance there is that you will run into a new potential customer. With lower cost options available, you will be able to spread your display boxes further allowing for a greater reach.

Some businesses wonder aloud if creating custom boxes are worth the extra expense and effort. The answer is; yes, if the reach of your brand is important to you. Word of mouth and brand recognition are two of the most important ways that people experience a new brand. When your potential clients see your brand in the places that they go, they will begin to feel excitement when your products come up in conversation. Your display boxes will be the beginning of that excitement.

[3/31/2014]