Corrugated Packaging: A Strategic and Cost-Effective Shipping Solution

Making the switch to corrugated packaging from alternative materials offers multiple advantages to reduce your overall shipping costs.

1. Corrugated is Lighter

Corrugated cardboard is one of the lightest protective materials and much lighter than other protective packaging used to ship heavy items like wooden crates or metal boxes. Corrugated boxes are about 80% lighter than wood boxes of the same size, leading to a reduced overall weight and lower shipping costs. 

2. Corrugated Boxes are Customizable

Customizability is a staple of corrugated packaging, setting it apart from more rigid alternatives like wooden crates or poly mailers. At Nelson Container, we pride ourselves on making every box with custom specifications to provide the safest and most secure fit for your product. Our use of custom foam inserts or corrugated dividers are just some of the customizable options to provide an increased level of protection. If your product has an irregular shape or an offset center of gravity, these additional inserts are a great low-cost option.

3. Easy Inventory Management

Corrugated packaging contributes significantly to streamlined inventory management. The uniform size of corrugated boxes facilitates easy stacking, storage, and palletization. This not only enhances the efficiency of warehouse operations but also simplifies the logistical aspects of the supply chain.
For products with multiple pieces shipped in the same box, corrugated packaging opens avenues for optimization. By carefully adjusting box sizes, businesses can reduce overall box sizes to maximize truck capacity and reduce the number of shipments required. This lowers transportation costs and minimizes the environmental footprint associated with shipping.

4. Corrugated is Safe

Corrugated packaging holds its status as the primary choice in the shipping industry for a reason. In the vast majority of cases, corrugated cardboard offers ample strength to safeguard your products throughout the shipping journey. Choosing packaging that is more expensive to produce and heavier to ship becomes an unnecessary expense when corrugated boxes not only meet but often exceed the protective requirements of the shipping process. Opting for corrugated packaging is a practical and cost-efficient decision that ensures both the safety of your products and the optimization of resources.

In summary, the strategic adoption of corrugated packaging goes beyond mere cost savings. It represents a commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and product safety in the dynamic landscape of shipping and logistics. The lightweight nature, high customizability, easy inventory management, and safety features make corrugated packaging a cornerstone of modern packaging solutions. If you have a packaging need, contact us to discuss your options.

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