Cardboard

What is Cardboard?

Cardboard is a stiff, durable material made from layers of paper commonly used for packaging, shipping, and various other applications. Cardboard material has been used for packaging for decades. It is made up of paper pulp which is pressured and glued together. The thickness of the cardboard material depends on several factors such as the manufacturing process, sheet size, and more. It is one of the most lightweight materials that helps businesses to save up their shipping cost.

This material is also preferred for businesses that want to sell their products at a retail shop. Cardboard material is 100% recyclable making it perfect for businesses who wants to associate themselves with sustainability.

How Cardboard Material is Made?

Cardboard is primarily made from paper pulp derived from various sources, including recycled paper and wood fibers. Eight steps are performed during the formation of cardboard material such as pulping, cleaning, bleaching, forming, pressing, formulation, cutting, and shaping. Each step has its significance. The end cardboard consists of a fluted middle layer sandwiched between two liner board layers.

This provides strength and a smooth surface where brands can easily do their branding. We use a special cardboard manufacturing process that helps us to make our cardboard material 100% recyclable and biodegradable.

How to Convert Pulp into Cardboard?

The first step is the beating stage. In this step, the pulp is pounded and squeezed by the machines. Based on the use of material certain other derivates can be added to it such as clays, chalks, gums, and starch.

After that, the excess water is removed from it by the fourdrinier machine. Then the material is pressured between wool rollers. After that is passed through stream-heated cylinders to remove moisture. The next step involves wounding the sheet onto the wheel. The last step involves smoothing the surface. This can be done with the help of coating, winding, and calendaring.

Benefits of Cardboard Material

Cardboard is one of the most durable materials that can be used for packaging. By putting your fragile items inside these boxes you can rest assured that they reach your customer’s doorstep safely.
If your budget is tight and you are looking for affordable packaging then cardboard is one of the best materials that you can go for.
Cardboard material is fully customizable which means that you can design them in any shape and size that you want.
Our cardboard material is 100% recyclable. With the help of this material, you can not only protect your products but also promote sustainability.
Cardboard boxes are super lightweight which helps you to save up your shipping cost.

Types of Cardboard Material

Cardboard is one of the best packaging materials that has been used for packaging for more than a decade. There are four types of cardboard material. For your better understanding let’s discuss them.

1. Corrugated Cardboard

Corrugated cardboard is one of the most durable materials. This material offers a unique construction of a fluted layer sandwiched between two flat layers. It is mostly used to make shipping boxes. This material is mostly preferred by businesses that require them to ship their products daily. By placing your products inside these boxes you can be rest assured that your products reach your customer’s doorstep safely.

2. Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS)

This material offers a smooth and bright surface. SBS is preferred for businesses that require high-end printing on their boxes. It offers a smooth surface on which you can do anything that you desire. In addition, it is suitable for all finishing options such as embossing, debossing, matt finish, and more. It offers great strength because it is made from virgin wood pulp.

3. Solid Unbleached Surface (SUS)

Solid unbleached board (SUB) is a type of paperboard made primarily from unbleached chemical pulp. It typically has 2-3 layers of mineral. SUB also has a synthetic pigment coating on the top. And one layer on the reverse side. SUB is known for its durability, strength, and smooth printable surface, making it suitable for packaging applications such as food, beverages, consumer electronics, and more.

4. Chipboard

Chipboard is a type of cardboard that is made up of recycled material such as wood waste, and paper. It is similar to cardboard but without the corrugated layers. Chipboard comes in various thicknesses. So, it’s entirely up to you which one you want to go for. Furthermore, this type of cardboard material is preferred by brands who want to promote sustainability at an affordable cost.

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