BIG BOXES VS. SMALL BOXES: USER GUIDE

The large boxes can fit everything and we don’t have to worry about dimensions, even more so when there are so many of them on the market. However, due to the incorrect size of the boxes, we have to use more filling material and also fixation to prevent the goods from being damaged during transport. And what do you prefer? And did you know that you can save money by sizing your boxes correctly? Cardboard boxes are the most common packaging, and we’re going to take a look at the differences between large boxes and small boxes on our blog today.

Big or small boxes?

The key to choosing the right box is to answer these questions:

What are the dimensions of the goods?
Characteristics of the goods (material, fragility, weight, number of pieces, variety of goods)
Storage and transport conditions

In general, the smaller the volume of the box, the less filler material we use. However, we also need to think about how the boxes are sealed, whether we prefer to use the classic adhesive tape or whether we want to save time and choose a self-adhesive strip that is directly on the box.

Big boxes: advantages and uses

Large boxes are suitable for long-term storage and transport of bulky, heavy or fragile products. An important factor is the boxes’ load capacity and durability. The boxes must be able to withstand long journeys and changes in temperature and humidity without damage. For this purpose, it is advisable to choose large reinforced cardboard boxes such as:

Durable boxes made of five-layer cardboard: they have a load capacity of up to 70 kg. Together with the right filling and suitable adhesive tape, these boxes are ready to withstand the rigours of transport and storage.
Three-layer corrugated cardboard boxes: best-selling boxes that are both economical and durable. Their load capacity is recommended up to 30 kg.

Small boxes: advantages and uses

The main advantage of small cardboard boxes is their variety:

there are a number of sizes and also types of boxes directly to the purpose of their use. They are especially popular among e-shops.

Boxes for archiving

Despite the fact that the world is going digital and the consumption of paper is expected to decrease, even today there is a need to store and archive some documents.

These storage “boxes” are cardboard boxes that are used to store important documents while protecting them from dust, moisture and sunlight. There are different types of filing boxes available depending on the application:

Multi-purpose boxes with handles
Document boxes and trayswhich allow the organisation of documents.

Postal boxes

A popular type ofbox, suitable for sending cosmetics, jewellery, textiles and other types of goods. The availability of formats in this case is huge, from book covers to boxes with fixing foil.

Other popular mailers include:

Tubes – suitable for mailing posters and long narrow products
Flat mailers – for books, catalogues and possibly textiles

Don’t waste your money on unnecessary padding

The empty space in the box must be filled in to prevent the goods from moving and damaging during transit. Studies have shown that many packages contain up to 40% empty space in the boxes. How to prevent this? With height-adjustable boxes , very easily. Thanks to the grooves on the sides, the height of the box can be adjusted to your exact needs after cutting.