Corrugated packaging has long been a preferred material when creating packaging for international shipping.
It’s strength, durability, lightweight nature and design flexibility have proved to be a winning combination permitting the movement of products across the globe utilising many and varied transport methods.
Customers need to know that the packaging they choose can withstand the challenges of each part of the supply chain and this is where a professional corrugated packaging designer and manufacturer can add real value to business operations.
Key factors to consider
When choosing packaging for international shipping, businesses must consider some key factors to ensure products arrive safely and efficiently.
It is important to evaluate the strength and protective qualities of the packaging material, taking into account the potential for robust handling, temperature fluctuations, and exposure to moisture during transit. With such a variety of board grades available, the combination of different liners and flutings ensures the right corrugated board can be incorporated into the design to achieve success.
Coupled with any international or customs regulations that need to be accounted for, particularly in terms of labelling and information requirements, choosing the right packaging is imperative to ensure the safe passage of goods.
With a range of print options available, a wide range of information can be conveyed on the packaging. Whether it’s stock details, QR or bar codes, storage instructions or pictorial information the correct print design is easily integrated into any packaging design.
It is also important to ensure the size and weight of the packaging is optimised to that products are protected but also shipping costs are effectively managed. If multiple products are being packed in one box, the innovative use of internal dividers, fittings and layer pads can ensure product is safe whilst making the best use of space within the pack or outer box.
The way the boxes and packs are being transported is also considered. If they are being stacked high in containers or stacked in warehouses for weeks on end it’s important to understand this so the board and design specified can withstand the rigours of the supply chain including handling, transport method and temperature fluctuations.
One of the most preferred benefits of corrugated over other materials is that it can be easily and responsibly disposed of at the destination.
A winning solution
It is all these considerations that cement corrugated as the preferred packaging material for shipping goods across the globe. Choosing a reliable and trusted corrugated packaging manufacturer and designer can have a very positive effect of the global shipping operations of businesses.
For international shipping to be truly successful it’s important not to underestimate how important packaging is to the success of those operations.
Corrugated packaging is strong and it is simple. Businesses just need a packaging partner who understands the material, understands the design and the requirements of the customer.
Once this is established a winning solution can be designed, manufactured and supplied to that goods can travel by road, air, sea, rail without a hitch, protecting products and reputations equally.