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1.Where can I purchase boxes for my upcoming move?
2. Is corrugated the best material for boxes?
3. Do you stock any containers?
4. What is ECT?
5. Do I need artwork to have my cartons printed?
6. Can I get my logo printed on my cartons?
7. When can I have my containers delivered?
8. Can you freight my order to another location?
9. Do you stock point-of-purchase display?
10. What is tooling?
11. Is tooling required for shipping cartons?
12. Can I get ventholes/handholes on my box?
13. Can my printing dies be used on multiple sizes?
14. Can I change my corrugated packaging to gain greater stacking strength?
15. Do you have a minimum order requirement?
16. Can corrugated boxes be recycled?
17. Are oil based inks used and does the ink contain heavy metals?
18. What is a BMC?

 


1. Where can I purchase boxes for my upcoming move?

Our sister company www.selectboxes.com offers several packages of moving boxes specifically designed to suit your moving needs.

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2. Is corrugated the best material for boxes?

Yes! Corrugated is both lighter and less expensive than alternatives like plastic, wood, and metal, plus it is 100% recyclable. Unlike other types of boxes, corrugated boxes fold down flat for storing and shipping, which saves you money and floor space. Corrugated is strong enough for stacking, resistant to impact and vibration, and it can cushion and protect your products during shipping.

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3. Do you stock any containers?

Yes, we stock several sizes and are available for next day delivery.

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4. What is ECT?

ECT, or edge crush test, is performed to predict the vertical strength of corrugated board. The test determines the resistance to compression of the flutes in pounds per square inch.

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5. Do I need artwork to have my cartons printed?

Artwork is preferred, but if needed we can work without it. Having artwork helps to minimize plate costs and prevents mistakes.

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6. Can I get my logo printed on my containers?

Yes! We can print Logos and product information directly on the carton.

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7. When can I have my containers delivered?

As fast as you need them, we will fit our schedule of production to yours.

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8. Can you freight my order to another location?

We deliver 95% of our products on our trailers direct to your location. If your shipping location is out of our shipping zone, we will freight your order upon your request.

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9. Do you stock point-of-purchase display?

No, but our designers can help create a counter top or floor display that can be printed with your product information, company name, etc.

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10. What is tooling?

Tooling commonly is understood to be cutting dies or printing plates required to customize a corrugated container, display or diecut for an end user.

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11. Is tooling required for shipping containers?

No, standard shipping containers normally do not require tooling. The exceptions are when packaging is customized.

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12. Can I get ventholes/handholes on my box?

Yes. We have stock tooling for standard size vent/hand holes. Some sizes or
styles may require a full die board at a one time cost to you.

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13. Can my printing dies be used on multiple sizes?

We prefer a separate set of plates for each box size, especially if the
printing varies. Where possible we will optimize their use.

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14. Can I change my corrugated packaging to gain greater stacking strength?

Redesigning and reevaluating the customer’s needs is a priority for us. Changes from the current carton design may improve performance. The use of high performance packaging will result in increased stacking strength with lower costs.

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15. Do you have a minimum order requirement?

No, we will run any size order. We do have a minimum order size for delivery. Please check with our customer service department to see if your delivery cost is included.

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16. Can corrugated boxes be recycled?

Yes, corrugated fiberboard is more likely to be recycled than any other paper product.

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17. Are oil based inks used and does the ink contain heavy metals?

The corrugated industry has reduced the usage of heavy metals, and Volatile Organic Compounds. Box manufactures now use water based ink exclusively.

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18. What is a BMC?

A BMC is a box manufacture's certificate. You will usually find it on a bottom flap of the box. The BMC states the name and location of the manufacturer, the minimum material specification being certified, and the gross weight and size limits. The carrier may deny damage claim insurance if
these guidelines are not met. Example of Box Manufacturer Certificate

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