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EVC41021

Corrugated Stacking Tray with Bench Support

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Top highlights

Folded bench ledges provide a stable surface for stacking
Open-top design keeps products visible for retail or kitting
Assembles manually via mechanical locks without glue

About this product

The EVC41021 is an open-top corrugated tray designed with folded horizontal ledges (often called bench supports) on its short ends. These ledges create a flat resting surface that allows multiple trays to be stacked securely without requiring a full lid, keeping the interior contents visible and accessible.

Because it relies entirely on mechanical locks rather than adhesive, this tray is delivered flat and assembled by hand at the packing station. It is a strong fit for retail-ready displays, produce packing, and heavy kitted items that need vertical support during pallet transit.

Common uses

Retail-ready packaging (RRP) for club stores
Produce trays requiring ventilation and stacking
Heavy kitted components for industrial assembly
Internal WIP (work-in-progress) trays

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Retail Display and Kitting Applications

Retail shelf displays

The bench panels frame the product and provide a clean top edge, making it an excellent choice for shelf-ready displays where products need to be visible but protected from the weight of the tray above.

Produce and agricultural packing

For agricultural goods, the reinforced short ends and stacking ledges transfer vertical weight efficiently, preventing the tray walls from crushing under pallet loads while allowing ventilation.

Heavy kitted components

Industrial parts and heavy kits benefit from the rigid corners and bench supports, which keep the tray stable during transport without requiring a sealed top.

Internal work-in-progress (WIP) trays

Manufacturing facilities use bench-support trays to move parts between stations. The open top allows quick access, while the ledges permit safe stacking on carts or shelving.

Retail, Produce, and In-Plant Logistics

Big-box retail and club stores

Buyers supplying big-box retailers use this style to eliminate the need for store staff to cut open boxes. The tray arrives ready for the shelf, with the bench ledges framing the merchandise.

Agricultural and fresh produce

Farms and distributors use stacking trays to move delicate produce. The bench ledges keep the weight off the fruit or vegetables below, while the open top allows for cooling and inspection.

Industrial assembly lines

Operations managers use these trays to organize parts for assembly. The glue-free construction means they can be stored flat and erected on demand right at the workstation.

When to Consider a Different Tray Style

High-speed automated packing

If your packing line relies on automated folder-gluers or tray erectors, a standard glued tray or machine-erected design is usually a better fit. This template is designed for manual assembly.

Individual parcel shipping

Because the top is open, this tray cannot be shipped individually through courier networks without being placed inside a separate master carton.

Board, Flute, and Assembly Planning

Manual assembly labor allocation

This tray requires manual folding and locking at the pack bench. Fulfillment teams should account for the time needed to engage the base locks and tuck the bench tongues.

Board flute and slot width

The locking slots are precisely sized to the board thickness. If you change from a thin E-flute to a thicker B-flute or C-flute for extra stacking strength, the slot widths must be recalculated to prevent the tabs from binding or tearing during assembly.

Bench width and product clearance

The width of the horizontal bench panels dictates how much of the product is covered. You must balance the need for a wide stacking surface against the need for product visibility and access.

Print surface allocation on the bench

The bench panels fold inward from the short walls, meaning their visible top surface can be printed along with the exterior of the tray. This provides a highly visible area for branding or instructions.

Adjusting the Bench and Tray Dimensions

Bench width adjustments

The width of the horizontal bench panels can be adjusted. A wider bench provides more stacking surface and branding area, while a narrower bench increases the open display area for the product.

Long-wall top flange width

The narrow flanges that fold over the top of the long walls can be widened or narrowed to change the stiffness of the side walls and the visual framing of the tray.

Base lock tongue length

The tongues that secure the long walls to the base can be adjusted in length. Longer tongues provide a more secure lock but may require more effort to engage during manual assembly.

Packing details

Print panel visibility on the bench ledge

The bench panels offer a highly visible horizontal surface for logos, instructions, or retail branding that faces the consumer when the tray is placed below eye level.

Additional notes

Production route and flatbed die-cutting

Due to the complex locking tabs and slots required for the bench supports, this tray must be produced using flatbed die-cutting equipment rather than a standard rotary slotter.

FAQs

Does this tray require glue or tape?

No. The tray assembles entirely using mechanical locks. The base is secured by side-flap tongues, and the top bench is secured by tuck tabs.

Can this tray be erected by automated machinery?

Generally, no. The complex folding sequence for the bench supports and tuck tabs is designed for manual assembly at a packing station.

How much weight can the bench supports hold?

The vertical compression strength depends entirely on the chosen corrugated board grade and flute profile. The bench design improves load transfer, but exact limits should be verified through physical testing with your product.

Can the bench panels be printed?

Yes. Because the bench panels fold inward from the short walls, their visible top surface can be printed along with the exterior of the tray.

Can I make the bench wider to cover more of the product?

Yes. The bench width is an adjustable parameter. However, extending it too far may require changes to the tuck tab geometry to maintain structural stability.

Is this tray suitable for ecommerce parcel shipping?

Not on its own. The open top leaves the contents exposed. For parcel networks, this tray must be packed inside a closed outer shipping box.

Can I use a double-wall board for this tray?

Double-wall board can make the manual folding process difficult and may cause the locking tabs to bind. If heavy board is required, the slot widths and crease allowances must be carefully adjusted and tested.

How are the long walls secured to the base?

The long walls have side flaps that fold inward. These flaps feature locking tongues that engage with receiver slots located along the base perimeter, holding the walls upright.