Modern packaging is functional, sustainable, and designed to promote a brand whilst protecting the product. Rigid boxes are chosen by many modern brands due to their appeal and strength. These boxes are rigid and have a strong structure. Many modern businesses are choosing collapsible rigid boxes. This includes premium, sturdy packaging which is shipped and stored flat. Unlike rigid boxes, collapsible ones fold flat. This saves much space when transporting them. A brand will get the same luxurious feel box when they assemble it but collapsible packaging will save space. These boxes are in the category of modern packaging solutions which have the luxury and strong feel of traditional set-up boxes but have the logistical benefits of flat-packed boxes.
The following explores collapsible rigid boxes in modern packaging:
What are collapsible rigid boxes?
Collapsible rigid boxes are high-end, sturdy packaging solutions that are made using thick paperboard or chipboard. They have the luxurious feel and strength of traditional rigid boxes but are able to fold flat to save space when shipping and storing the packaging.
Employing V-groove technology, the packaging has creases which let them “pop up” and get the rigid structure. They can be secured using magnets and adhesive tabs. Therefore the packaging is able to provide brands with high-end boxes that have logistical advantages.
Space-saving
Collapsible boxes are able to save much space due to them being able to fold flat. It can be expensive to transport packaging and a modern brand that wants to save these costs but still get premium packaging can choose these boxes.
They save around 60-90% space when compared to the traditional setup boxes that are non-collapsible. If a brand is ordering the packaging in bulk, it will save money due to the reduced cost per box and also save money on shipping the packaging because more boxes will be able to fit at one time.
Sustainable solution
Modern brands look for sustainable packaging as many consumers demand boxes like these. People are now more aware of the negative impacts packaging waste has on the environment and want to play an active role in reducing this waste. Eco-friendly packaging can help here.
When the boxes are shipped flat, they limit freight volume. This leads to less and more efficient shipments as well as reduced carbon emissions. The boxes can even be made with good-quality FSC-certified paperboard. Brands can choose sustainable inks to print them.
Simple to assemble
Collapsible packaging is easy to assemble. The boxes usually have ”peel-and-stick” adhesive tabs and magnetic closures. This makes it easy to assemble the packaging.
Steps to assemble collapsible rigid boxes:
- The folded box needs to be laid flat on a surface that is clean. This is to ensure the box surface does not get damaged.
- Unfold the base as well as side panels. You need to pre-crease the hinges to get sharp and clean lines.
- The paper liners that are covering the adhesive strips need to be peeled off at all the four corners.
- The side panels will be raised and then pressed strongly against the corners so that the adhesives can be locked. This will be the main body.
- You may need to push the bottom panels firmly together. If applicable you may have to lock the base insert so it is in place.
- Close the lid and see if the box locks properly.
Premium packaging
Many brands look for premium packaging that will be able to convey a positive message of the brand. Custom collapsible boxes are of a premium quality and are sturdy.
They are often made from 1-3 mm thick chipboard that gets wrapped in high-quality paper. The packaging therefore has a similar heavy-duty feel as a rigid box. They are also strong like traditional rigid packaging.
Therefore a brand will not compromise on the quality and feel of the packaging but will get the boxes at a lower cost. The packaging can even be designed in a premium way to stand out and attract people to it.
A business can add colors that suggest luxury like black, gold, silver, purple, etc. according to its brand values and the product it is selling. Brand information may be incorporated into the packaging design like a brand logo, its contact details, brand color, etc. Packaging like this can promote the business and let people know about it and recognise what it is selling in a competitive store.
Collapsible rigid boxes are chosen by modern brands that want to get the similar advantages that traditional rigid boxes provide but with a major added benefit. These boxes take up less space when being transported and in a warehouse. Therefore a brand which wants to save money whilst getting high-end premium packaging can choose these boxes. A business that does not have much storage space will also benefit from collapsible packaging boxes.
