How To Measure A BoxMeasuring for your box is easy because all corrugated boxes are measured in exactly the same way: one simple rule for every box. What could be simpler? The size of a corrugated box is always expressed in three dimensions: first Length, then Width, then Height (sometimes called Depth). The measurements are always in that order: Length is first, Width is second, and Height is third. The measurements of a box refer to the inside dimensions of that box.
Easy enough so far, right? But which side is which? That’s easy too! The first two measurements (Length and Width) refer to the size of the opening in the box: Length is the larger side of the opening, and Width is the smaller side of the opening. Height is the remaining side, which is the measurement perpendicular to the opening. As an example, if you had a box with a 6”x4” opening at each end and a 14” distance between those openings, you’d say the box measured 6”x4”x14” in exactly that order (not 14”x6”x4”, which would give you a box with 14”x6” openings!).
Usually, the Length-Width-Depth measuring order is obvious for a given box, but sometimes a box with a very large Height and a small opening can trip people up. The image below, for instance, is an example of a box with a large Height and small Widths/Lengths. Even so, this box (like all boxes) is measured Length then Width then Height, even though the Height is the largest value. And remember, the measurements are always for the inside of the box—notice how the Height of the box does not include the flaps at either end.
It’s always Length first, then Width, then Height: the long side of the opening, then the short side of the opening, then the measurement perpendicular to the opening. In Our Customers’ Own Words: “We have been with planet paper box for the past 7 years. their prompt service has helped us out on several different occasions.” —Mike Sun |
Die-Cut Displays and BoxesDie-cutting is not a style of boxes so much as it is a way of making boxes. While standard boxes are made from given styles and shapes of cut and scored corrugated board, die-cut boxes are stamped from corrugated sheets cookie-cutter style. The main advantage of die-cutting is that you can have boxes in virtually any size, style, shape or design. From simple trays and folding mailers to intricate display packaging, anything is possible with die-cut boxes. Die-cut displays and boxes don't have to be expensive and intricate. Many times die-cut boxes can be made to save you time, effort and money in the assembly and shipping of your boxes -- the extra cost of making a die can actually save you money in end by reducing your overall packaging costs. The combinations of designs and applications of die-cut boxes is limited only by your imagination. Our box experts pride themselves in being able to create the ideal die-cut solution for your unique products and needs. Get a quote on Die-Cut Displays or Boxes 
Regular Slotted Carton (RSC)When it comes to boxes, the Regular Slotted Carton is the industry standard. From storage to shipping, this box does it all. The RSC is also an economical choice. This style of box is a single piece with glued, taped or stitched (stapled) joins. The length flaps meet in the middle where the box is taped closed. Get a quote on a Regular Slotted Carton (RSC) 
Full Overlap Carton (FOL)The Full Overlap Carton is a variation of the RSC above. This box style is another one-piece box, but here the Length flaps overlap each other when the box is closed. Having the Length flaps overlap instead of meeting in the middle gives this box extra strength for stacking and protection. Get a quote on a Full Overlap Carton (FOL) 
Full Telescoping Carton (FTC)The Full Telescoping Carton is a two-piece box. The top piece slides over the bottom piece to form the complete box. This style of box offers extra strength for stacking as well as excellent reusability. The FTC is the box you need when you want an open top for easy product insertion. The open top of the FTC is also great for displaying your product. Combine an FTC with color printing or color corrugated for an excellent economical display packaging solution. Get a quote on a Full Telescoping Carton (FTC) 
Half Slotted Carton (HSC)The Half Slotted Carton has flaps at one end, like an RSC, but the other end is open. While the HSC itself is a one-piece box, it is often combined with an FTC or tray as a cover or end-cap. The open end of the HSC makes this a great box for easy product insertion as well as displaying your product inside the box. Get a quote on a Half Slotted Carton (HSC) 
Five Panel Wrap (5PW)As the name implies, the Five Panel Wrap style of box has five panels which fold or wrap around your product to form the final box. The open ends of a 5PW can have flaps for taping the box closed. The Five Panel Wrap is a great choice when it's more convenient to wrap a box around your product instead of placing your product down into a pre-assembled box. Get a quote on a Five Panel Wrap (5PW) 
Cut Out Wrap (COW)This is another one-piece wrap style of box, like the 5PW above. Like other wraps, the Cut Out Wrap style of box is used to fold or wrap the box around your product. The COW has a center panel with four flaps that wrap around your product to form the box. The Width flaps can either tuck under the Length flaps, or they can fold around themselves to form protective air cells. The Length flaps fold up to meet in the middle where the box is taped closed. Get a quote on a Cut Out Wrap (COW) 
TubesA Tube is a scored board that has been wrapped around into a square cylinder. A Tube is like a Half Slotted Carton without the flaps. Tubes are very handy items: they can be used as spacers within a box or as a box themselves when combined with end-caps. A Tube can even be inserted into another Tube to form a complete sliding container. 
Scored SheetsScored Sheets are simply sheets of corrugated board which have been scored so that they are easily folded into the shape you want. The scoring can also make the sheet easy to wrap around a product or to fit into a certain shaped box. A Scored Sheet is an exceptionally useful item which can function as a divider, a wrap or a piece of a multipart box. 
DividersA Divider is a partition, useful for keeping items separate within a container. A Divider is a grid of corrugated board that offers protection and cushioning within a box. Dividers are often used in boxes containing glassware and other fragile items to protect the boxes contents during shipping. 
PadsPads are sheets of corrugated board. Like Dividers, Pads offer a way to protect and divide the contents within a box. Pads are often simply flat rectangles, but they can also be Scored Sheets that fold to wrap items, create air cells, or fit snugly into corners. Placed against the inside walls of a box, Pads can also offer additional stacking strength. |
