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EVC41006

Columned Tray with Bench Ends

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Reinforced corner columns for stacking strength
Tape-free manual assembly with base-locking tabs
Raised bench ends and integrated hand holes

About this product

This corrugated tray features reinforced corner columns and raised short ends, providing vertical stacking strength without requiring a lid. It is designed for pallet loads, agricultural packing, and retail environments where products need to remain visible and accessible.

Delivered flat, the tray is assembled manually by folding the side walls and rolling the short ends over corner flaps. The structure locks into the base panel without tape or adhesive.

Common uses

Agricultural field packing
Bakery and pastry transport
Heavy retail shelf displays
In-plant manufacturing kitting

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Agricultural, Retail, and Kitting Uses

Agricultural and Produce Packing

The columned corners support the weight of stacked pallets, protecting delicate produce from crushing. The open top allows for ventilation and easy inspection in the field or at the market.

Retail Shelf Displays

The raised bench ends provide a natural branding surface, while the open center keeps products accessible to shoppers. The strong construction helps the tray maintain its shape even when handled frequently.

In-Plant Kitting and Work-in-Progress

Useful for organizing heavy components during manufacturing. The trays can be stacked securely on carts or pallets, and the hand holes make manual lifting easier.

Bakery and Pastry Transport

The open top and rigid corners make it suitable for moving delicate baked goods from production to retail without the risk of top-crushing during transit.

Manual Fulfillment and Palletized Distribution

Manual Fulfillment Operations

This tray relies on manual assembly. It is a strong fit for operations where packing happens at multiple stations or in the field, as it requires no specialized taping equipment.

Palletized Distribution

Designed for vertical compression strength, this tray excels in supply chains where goods are stacked high on pallets but still require an open top for access or display.

Field Packing and Harvesting

Because the tray locks together mechanically without tape, it can be shipped flat to agricultural sites and assembled on demand as crops are harvested.

When to Compare Simpler or Machine-Erected Packaging

High-Volume Automated Packing

If your operation relies on automated tray erectors, the manual roll-over assembly of this tray may slow down the line. A simpler glued tray is often worth comparing for those environments.

Direct-to-Consumer Parcel Shipping

Because this is an open tray, it does not enclose the product for individual courier transport. It must be used as an inner display or shipped on a wrapped pallet.

Board Grade, Moisture, and Print Planning

Board Grade and Flute Profile

Stacking strength depends heavily on the chosen board. Thinner boards offer crisp folds for retail presentation, while thicker boards provide the necessary rigidity for heavy agricultural loads. Board thickness will affect how easily the roll-over panels fold and lock.

Moisture and Environment

If the tray will be used in cold storage, high humidity, or field packing, discuss moisture-resistant board options to prevent the columns from softening.

Print Surface Planning

Because the short ends roll over to the inside of the tray, the exterior print surface will be visible on the inner walls of the bench ends. Plan graphics accordingly if the interior presentation matters.

Assembly Labor and Space

Since the tray is delivered flat and assembled by hand, consider the labor time and workspace required to fold the corner columns and lock the base tabs before loading products.

Hand Hole and Bench Height Adjustments

Hand Hole Sizing

The lifting holes on the long walls can be resized or reshaped to accommodate different handling requirements or gloved hands, provided they do not interfere with the structural fold lines.

Bench Height Adjustments

The height of the raised short ends can be modified to provide more branding space or to better contain specific product profiles, though this will affect the overall flat footprint.

Ventilation and Drainage Slots

For agricultural uses, additional slots or holes can be added to the base or side walls to improve airflow and allow moisture to escape.

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Production routing

The angled corner flaps, hand holes, and base locking slots require shaped cutting rather than simple straight cuts. This routing is typically suited for medium to high-volume runs.

Additional notes

Blank footprint and material efficiency

The extended roll-over panels and corner flaps create a large flat footprint before assembly. This makes it more material-intensive than a simple slotted tray, which should be weighed against the benefits of its stacking strength.

FAQs

Does this tray require tape to stay assembled?

No. The tray uses a mechanical lock. The inner panels of the short walls roll over the corner flaps and feature tuck tongues that seat into slots in the base panel.

Can this tray be erected by a machine?

This specific design is intended for manual assembly. The roll-over action and base-locking tabs are generally easier to manage with hand packing rather than high-speed automated equipment.

How does the bench support affect stacking?

The raised bench ends work in tandem with the hollow corner columns to transfer vertical weight down to the base, preventing the side walls from bowing and protecting the contents from crushing.

Will the corner columns take up space inside the tray?

Yes. The reinforced corners create a hollow triangular column inside the tray. You must account for this lost interior volume when determining if your product will fit.

Can I print on the inside of the tray?

Yes, but note that the outer panels of the short walls roll over to form the inside ends. This means your exterior print will naturally appear on the inside of those short ends without requiring double-sided printing.

Is this tray suitable for wet produce?

The structural design is excellent for produce, but standard corrugated board will weaken when wet. If packing damp goods or storing in high humidity, you will need to specify a board treated for moisture resistance.

How is this tray delivered?

The tray is delivered flat. This maximizes shipping and storage efficiency before the trays are manually assembled at the packing station.

Can the hand holes be removed or resized?

Yes. The hand holes can be adjusted for different lifting needs or removed entirely if the tray will only be handled by machinery or pallets, as long as the changes do not interfere with the corner fold lines.