A Standard Box

In the packaging sector, A Box cartons play a vital role in bringing products to market and maintaining their presence there. Ensuring that products reach customers safely and undamaged is one of the fundamental functions of packaging; this is where the ‘A Box’ comes into play, offering not just packaging, but an experience. The most important features of the A Box carton, which we might describe as a protective shield, are its ease of use and value for money.

General Features and Benefits

  • Quality and Durability: A Box cartons are manufactured to a high standard and feature a robust construction.
  • Environmentally Friendly Design: A Box cartons, which are produced from recyclable materials, help to reduce waste and protect the natural environment.
  • Customisation Options: A Box cartons can be customised to suit brands’ specific needs. Brands can personalise the cartons using their own logos, colours and designs. This demonstrates the brand’s commitment to the customer experience.
  • E-commerce Compatibility: In the world of e-commerce, it is extremely important that products can be securely packaged and presented. A Box cartons can be produced in various sizes and specifications, enabling businesses to find suitable packaging solutions for different e-commerce products.

A Box cartons not only ensure safety during transport but also serve as a marketing tool for brands. They offer numerous advantages in terms of storage and transport.

A box cartons can be customised according to the nature of the goods to be transported

  • Single Wave (Single-trough): Lightweight and generally preferred in e-commerce. These are the E, B and C wave types.
  • Double-Wall (Doppel): BC and EB packaging is the most commonly used in the transport industry.
  • Three-ribbed: Triplex, BCA corrugation. Preferred for heavy industrial metal sectors and overseas export deliveries.

To increase durability and maximise transport safety, full-lid boxes are generally preferred.

Dimensioning

To find the right box for your needs, calculate the weight of the contents. Then, once you have determined the length, width and height, contact us via the ‘Design Your Box’ section (let’s add a link here), and we’ll provide you with the most suitable box.

Technical Information Guide
QualityE WaveWave BC WaveEB WaveBC WaveBCA
Dimensions1.0–1.8 mm2.2–3.0 mm3.2–4.0 mm4.2–5.0 mm6.2–7.2 mm10.7–12.0 mm
TypeSingle GutterSingle GutterSingle GutterDouble Groove (Dopel)Double Groove (Dopel)Three Gutters
(Triplex)
3 Layers3 Layers3 Layers5 Layers5 Layers7 Layers
Whilst all grades of A Box cartons are available, the most common type of corrugated board, BC (Dopel), is often the preferred choice.
The dimensions of corrugated cardboard vary depending on the type of paper and grammage.