Most people will be familiar with corrugated boxes, even if you don’t know it. They are one of the most popular types of packaging in the world because of the strength and durability. You can rely on them to protect all kinds of goods. They’re also the best option if you’re putting items in storage because they are sturdy and easier to stack. If you need to give them a little more protection, you can also choose laminating services and use a protective film to preserve them from moisture.
All about the shape
Standard cardboard has a single layer of material. While it can be strong and durable depending on the thickness, corrugated cardboard wins every time. It all comes down to the design. Using multiple pieces of material, including flat liners and corrugated layers, you can massively improve the characteristics.
The key here is the corrugation. Using a machine creates flutes or stiff folds. While it may seem simple, the combination of corrugated layer and liner provides significant benefits. It means the card can support heavier weights and resist more pressure. The corrugation even provides some insulation because it creates small pockets of air.
Different options
Interestingly, there are actually several different types of corrugated cardboard. It all depends on the number of layers. Crucially, you can use laminate to protect all of them. Ask us if you need any advice about laminating services.
The basic type is single face with just one liner and a corrugated layer. It’s useful if you need to provide some cushioning and protection for products. However, it isn’t generally chosen for exterior packaging, finding more use for interior packaging.
The most popular type is single wall. The difference with single face is you have a liner on each side, sandwiching the corrugated layer. The result is a strong, durable material. As a result, it is great for shipping cartons and other boxes.
The other options are double and triple wall corrugated cardboard. What you have here is two or three corrugated layers with liners between. The additional walls increase the strength and durability, ensuring you can use the material for heavy duty applications like industrial cartons. Triple wall can even take the place of wooden crates. You can have different types of fluting in each layer if you want to combine the properties.
Choose exceptional laminating services
As you can see, corrugated cardboard has a lot to offer. Depending on the type you choose, and the number of walls, it can work for various applications. However, while it is strong and durable, moisture can be a problem. If boxes get wet they can lose some of their structural integrity. A good solution is to choose lamination. A thin protective film can massively increase the moisture resistance if you need to.
Laminating services are in high demand in a variety of industries at the moment because they can offer so much value. They are a cost effective way to protect various substrates, including cardboard, timber, and metal. If you choose the right kind of film, you can enhance the aesthetics too.
So, if you want any of these benefits for different products, have a look at lamination. We’d be happy to help; get in touch and find out about the films we provide.