HOW TO MEASURE A CORRUGATED BOX

    The inside dimensions of a box are critical for proper fit around your product.

    Our box manufacturing is based around this fit.  At the same time, outside dimensions must be considered for proper palletization and distribution.

            Dimensions can be stated in inches and fractions or in metric units.

Dimensions are always given in the sequence of length, width and depth. 

Some use the terms length, breadth and height.  Length is always the larger of the two dimensions of the open face of a box as it is set up for filling

(see #1 in the illustration above).  Width is the smaller dimension of the open face.  Depth is the distance perpendicular to the length and width.

    End opening boxes (#2 in the illustration above) are measured as though they were top-opening. 

    Tubes and folders with three dimensions are measured in the same way as boxes.  Pads, partitions pieces and sheets are measured somewhat differently, the first of the two dimensions has the greater stacking strength, that is, parallel to the flute direction of the corrugated board.  

    Materials used for board combination and meeting carrier regulations depend on: 1) product, 2) the customer, 3) the destination; and 4) the method of transportation.  Beacon's design and technical personnel are ready and able to help you identify your requirements, if needed.

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