When choosing paper packaging, multiple factors need to be comprehensively considered. The following are some key points:
Product characteristics
Weight: For heavier products, it is necessary to choose paper packaging with high strength and strong load-bearing capacity, such as multi-layer corrugated cartons, to prevent damage during transportation due to inability to bear the weight.
Size: The size of the packaging should be determined based on the size of the product to ensure that the packaging can fully accommodate the product without leaving too much spare space, preventing the product from shaking and getting damaged during transportation.
Shape: For products with irregular shapes, it may be necessary to customize specially shaped pulp molded products or irregular-shaped cartons to provide a tight fit for protection.
Fragility: Fragile items such as glassware and electronic products are suitable for packaging with paper products that have good cushioning performance, such as cartons with honeycomb cardboard linings or pulp molded inner supports, which can effectively absorb impact force and reduce the risk of product damage.
Packaging functional requirements
Protection function: During transportation, storage and handling, the product may be affected by various external forces, such as collision, compression, vibration, etc. Therefore, it is necessary to choose paper packaging with sufficient strength and cushioning performance to ensure that the products are not damaged.
Display function: If the product needs to be displayed during the sales process, then the appearance design of the paper product packaging is very important. You can choose paper boxes with smooth surfaces and good printing quality, such as those made of white card paper, which can clearly print product information and exquisite patterns, attracting consumers' attention.
Convenience features: Consider the opening method of the packaging, portability, etc. For example, paper bags or boxes with easy-tear openings or handle designs will be more convenient for consumers to use. For products that need to be taken multiple times, paper boxes or paper bags with resealable functions can be chosen.
Material selection
Corrugated paper: It has excellent compressive strength and cushioning performance. Depending on the type of corrugation (such as A flute, B flute, C flute, etc.) and the number of layers, its strength and cushioning performance also vary. It is generally used to make cartons and is suitable for packaging all kinds of products, especially heavy or fragile items.
White card paper: It is firm in texture, smooth on the surface, has high whiteness and good printing adaptability. It is often used to make high-end paper boxes, such as for the packaging of cosmetics and gifts, and can enhance the grade of the products.
Kraft paper: It has high strength, good toughness and certain waterproof performance, and is often used to make paper bags, envelopes, etc. Its color is natural and simple, giving people an environmentally friendly and minimalist feeling. It is suitable for packaging some products that pay attention to an environmentally friendly image.
Specialty paper: such as art paper, pearlescent paper, etc., has a unique texture and appearance effect, and can be used for some products with high requirements for packaging quality and visual effect, but the cost is relatively high.
Printing and processing techniques
Printing quality: Clear and bright printing can enhance the appeal of the product and the brand image. When choosing a paper packaging supplier, it is necessary to select one with high printing precision and good color reproduction, ensuring that the text and patterns on the packaging are clear and distinguishable, without issues such as blurriness or color fading.
Surface treatment: Common surface treatment processes include film coating, varnishing, hot stamping, embossing, etc. Lamination can enhance the wear resistance and water resistance of packaging. Polishing can make the surface of the packaging brighter and enhance the visual effect. Gilding and embossing can enhance the three-dimensional effect and high-end feel of the packaging. The appropriate process can be selected based on the positioning and requirements of the product.
Forming process: The forming methods of paper boxes include folding, pasting, etc. High-quality forming processes should ensure that the structure of the paper box is firm, the edges and corners are neat, and there are no burrs, flash or other problems. For some special-shaped packaging, such as irregular-shaped paper boxes and three-dimensional paper boxes, attention should be paid to the accuracy and stability of their forming.
