Folding pillow boxes arrive flat and are assembled by folding the curved ends into shape when you need them. Storing packaging flat frees up shelf space and reduces the volume you ship or move between sites, which matters when you hold stock ahead of busy periods.
Assembly and handling
The appeal of a flat-pack format is speed at the point of use, so the fold should be quick and repeatable. A well-scored box springs into shape and the pinched ends hold without fuss. If several people will be packing, consistency in the fold keeps the finished boxes looking uniform.
Sizing for stock and transit
These boxes are made to your custom size, and folding flat means you can order ahead without dedicating much room to storage.
- Confirm the scoring gives a clean, quick fold
- Plan storage for flat stock rather than assembled boxes
- Match the footprint to the product it will hold
Print on a flat blank
Because a folding box is printed flat and folded afterwards, artwork that crosses the curved ends will distort once assembled. It pays to keep important detail on the main faces and treat the ends more simply. Thinking about the finished, folded shape rather than the flat sheet avoids surprises when the first boxes come off the run.
If you pack in volume, request a sample to check how quickly the box assembles by hand.
