Types of Corrugated Boxes
When looking for the right types of corrugated boxes, which are often mistakenly referred to as cardboard box types, it can sometimes be difficult to know which one you actually need. Take a look at the explainer on types of corrugated material below!
Half-Slotted Containers (HSC)
Half-slotted containers, also called half-slotted type containers, consist of basically one piece with a glued, stitched or taped manufacturers joint and top and bottom flaps. They are shipped flat, ready to use and require closing using the flaps provided.
Regular Slotted Containers (RSC)
Regular slotted containers, which are also known as slotted type boxes, onsist of basically one piece with a glued, stitched or taped manufacturers joint and top and bottom flaps. They are shipped flat, ready to use and require closing using the flaps provided.
Telescope Type Box
Consist of more than one piece and are characterized by a lid and/or bottom telescoping over the body of the box.
Folder Type Boxes & Trays
Usually consist of only one piece of board. The bottom of the box is hinged to form two or all side walls and the cover. Locking tabs, handles, display panels etc., can be incorporated in some designs.
Slide Type Boxes
Consist of several pieces of liners and sleeves sliding in different directions into each other. This group also includes outside sleeves for other cases.
Rigid Type Boxes
Consist of two separate end pieces and a body and require stitching or glueing of fibreboard or wood.
Partitions
Interior fitments such as inside liners, pads, separators, dividers, etc. , whether tied to Case Design or as singular items. Any shown number of panels is arbitrary and may be increased or decreased as required.
Fold-Up Pads
Interior fitments such as inside liners, pads, separators, dividers, etc. , whether tied to Case Design or as singular items. Any shown number of panels is arbitrary and may be increased or decreased as required.
Updated 5/25/2021
