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EVC41026

Stackable Corrugated Tray with Corner Benches

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Top highlights

Triangular corner benches support vertical stacking weight.
Open top provides immediate product visibility and ventilation.
Manual roll-end assembly locks securely without tape or glue.

About this product

This open-top corrugated tray features diagonal corner creases that fold inward to create flat, triangular ledges. These benches act as load-bearing posts, allowing multiple trays to be stacked securely without requiring a lid.

Because the center remains completely open, it is a strong fit for retail-ready displays, ventilated agricultural produce, and in-plant kitting. The tray relies on a manual roll-end tuck-lock assembly, making it easy to set up on demand without glue or tape.

Common uses

Retail-ready packaging
Agricultural produce
In-plant kitting
Heavy-item bulk display

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Retail, Produce, and Kitting Applications

Retail-Ready Packaging (RRP)

The open top allows immediate shoppability, while the corner benches support the weight of stacked displays on the retail floor.

Agricultural Produce

Provides necessary ventilation for fresh goods while maintaining the structural rigidity needed for pallet stacking.

In-Plant Kitting and WIP

Easy to assemble at a pack station, allowing parts to be stacked and accessed quickly during manufacturing.

Heavy-Item Bulk Display

Useful for hardware, jars, or bottles that require open access but exert heavy downward pressure when stacked on a pallet.

Handling Environments and Display Routes

Palletized Distribution

The corner posts transfer weight vertically, making this tray useful for palletized loads where full enclosure is unnecessary.

Manual Pack Stations

The tray is delivered flat and erected by hand. Packers must fold the diagonal corner creases before rolling the short walls over to lock the tray.

High-Turnover Retail Floors

Allows store staff to restock shelves quickly by placing entire trays directly on the display, rather than unpacking individual units.

When to Consider a Standard Tray

Standard Roll-End Trays

If vertical stacking strength is less critical and you want a simpler, faster manual fold, a standard roll-end tray without corner benches is often a more efficient choice.

Parcel Shipping

If the tray will be shipped individually through a courier network, the open top provides no protection against inversion or dust. An outer master carton or a fully enclosed mailer should be compared.

Board Thickness, Bench Size, and Assembly Labor

Board Flute and Caliper

Thicker boards increase stacking strength but require precise adjustments to the double crease and lock holes to prevent the roll-over panels from binding or tearing during assembly.

Bench Size Proportions

The size of the triangular bench can be adjusted. If made too large, the benches may overlap; if too small, the tray loses its stacking stability.

Outer Master Carton Needs

Because the top is open, goods shipped through mixed-carrier networks will require an outer shipping box to prevent dust and loss.

Print Panel Orientation

The inner roll-over panels and the inside bottom are visible to the customer. Artwork routing must account for these panels folding inward.

Adjusting the Bench Size and Clearances

Lock Hole Clearances

The slots in the base that receive the tuck tongues must be sized correctly for the chosen board thickness to ensure a secure friction fit without tearing.

Bench Size (TrL)

The length of the diagonal crease can be modified to create larger or smaller corner ledges, depending on the required stacking surface area.

Tuck Tongue Style

The shape and depth of the locking tabs can be adjusted to increase retention or make manual assembly easier for the packing team.

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Flatbed Die-Cutting Requirement

The complex diagonal creases and internal lock holes require flatbed die-cutting. This template is not suitable for simple rotary slotter production.

Tray Variants

Alternative Lock Placements

Related templates in this family adjust the tuck tongue style or lock hole placement to accommodate different board grades or assembly preferences.

Additional notes

Flatbed die-cutting tooling

The diagonal creases that form the corner benches require custom flatbed die-cutting tooling.

FAQs

Can this tray be erected on automated packaging lines?

This specific design relies on a manual fold to break the diagonal corner creases and form the benches. It is typically set up by hand at a pack station rather than on automated folder-gluers.

How much weight can the corner benches support?

The load capacity depends entirely on the chosen board grade, flute profile, and the size of the bench. Thicker flutes increase rigidity but require careful adjustment of the locking clearances.

Is this tray suitable for direct parcel shipping?

No. Because the top is completely open, it provides no protection against dust or inversion during transit. It should be shipped on a pallet or placed inside a fully enclosed master carton for parcel delivery.

Which panels are visible for printing?

The outer side walls, the flat corner benches, the inside bottom, and the inner roll-over panels are all visible. Artwork must be oriented correctly for the panels that fold inward.

Can I use a heavy double-wall board for maximum strength?

While possible, heavy double-wall board makes the manual roll-over fold difficult and increases the risk of the locking tabs tearing. A strong single-wall board is often a more practical balance of strength and foldability.

Should we request a physical sample before ordering?

Yes. A physical sample confirms that the corner benches fold cleanly, the tuck locks hold securely without tearing, and the tray stacks safely with your specific product weight.

How does the tray stay locked without tape?

The short side walls roll over the corner flaps and use tuck tongues that snap into slots in the base panel. This friction fit holds the tray together.

Can the size of the corner benches be changed?

Yes. The diagonal crease length can be adjusted to make the benches larger or smaller, though making them too large can cause them to overlap in the center.