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EVC41050

Stackable Display Tray with Tuck Lock

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Open-top design for immediate product access and display
Top tabs and base slots for stable vertical stacking
Manual assembly with a tuck-tongue lock

About this product

This open-top corrugated tray fits retail display, agricultural packing, and bulk storage where stable stacking is a priority. It features top stacking tabs that interlock with the tray above, keeping pallets and retail displays stable without requiring a lid.

Unlike common roll-end trays, the corner flaps lock directly into the base crease rather than passing through the outer walls. This creates a clean, uninterrupted exterior for branding while maintaining a strong mechanical hold.

Common uses

Agricultural produce packing
Retail-ready shelf displays
Bulk parts storage
Bakery and baked goods transport

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Retail display, produce, and bulk storage

Retail-ready shelf displays

The open top allows immediate product visibility and access on the retail floor. The clean outer walls, free of poke-through locking tabs, provide an uninterrupted surface for branding and product information.

Agricultural and produce packing

Built to handle bulk goods, the stacking tabs keep pallets stable during transit from farm to store. The mechanical locks hold the tray square without relying on adhesives that might weaken in humid environments.

Bulk parts storage

For hardware or warehouse organization, the open top allows quick picking while the stacking tabs maximize vertical storage space on shelving units.

Bakery and baked goods transport

Useful for moving pastries or breads from commercial bakeries to retail counters, where the trays need to stack without crushing the delicate contents below.

Manual packing, palletizing, and retail branding

Manual packing operations

This tray is erected by hand at the packing station. The sequence involves folding the long sides, seating the corner hooks into the base, and rolling the short ends over to lock the central tongue. It fits operations that rely on pack-bench labor rather than automated equipment.

Palletized distribution

The design relies on vertical load transfer through the double-wall short ends and the stacking tabs. This makes it a practical choice for supply chains that move goods entirely on pallets rather than through mixed courier networks.

High-graphic retail campaigns

Because the corner locks seat into the floor of the tray, the outer side and end walls remain solid. This provides a clean canvas for flexographic or lithographic printing when retail presentation matters.

High-speed packing and parcel shipping

High-speed packing lines

Because this tray relies on a multi-step manual folding sequence, it depends on dedicated pack-bench labor. If your operation depends on automated tray erectors, compare this design with machine-erected glued trays to maintain packing speed.

Individual parcel shipping

Because this tray has no lid, it provides no containment for individual courier networks. If the product ships direct-to-consumer, consider a mailer box or plan to place this tray inside a master shipping carton.

Board thickness, tab alignment, and environment

Board grade and flute profile

The default E-flute provides a smooth printing surface and easy folding. If you require B-flute or C-flute for heavier loads, the locking slots and double-crease roll-overs should be explicitly scaled to keep the thicker board from binding during assembly.

Stacking tab alignment

If these trays will be stacked with existing packaging, the height and width of the top stacking tabs should be matched to the receiving slots on your current trays to ensure a stable interlock.

Moisture and environment

For agricultural or refrigerated supply chains, discuss whether the corrugated board needs a moisture-resistant coating to maintain stacking strength in damp conditions.

Print surface and branding

Decide whether the clean outer walls will be used for simple identification text or full-color retail graphics, as this influences the choice of outer liner and printing method.

Stacking tabs, locks, and ventilation

Modifying the stacking tabs

The top stacking tabs can be resized or removed entirely if the tray will only be used for single-tier display or if a flat top edge is preferred for a specific shelving setup.

Tuck tongue sizing

The central locking tongue on the short ends can be widened or deepened to adjust the friction and hold of the final closure, depending on the stiffness of the chosen corrugated board.

Ventilation and hand holes

The template supports adding cutouts to the end panels. This is useful for agricultural products that require airflow or for easier manual lifting during pallet loading.

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Load path and vertical strength

When stacked, the vertical weight transfers through the double-wall short ends and the stacking tabs. Ensuring these short ends are properly locked and aligned is important for pallet stability.

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Pack-station labor

Because this tray relies on a multi-step folding sequence with base-crease locks and a tuck tongue, it depends on dedicated pack-bench labor. Operations looking to automate tray erection should compare this with glued tray styles.

FAQs

Does this tray need glue or tape?

The tray uses a series of mechanical locks, including corner hooks that seat into the base and a central tuck tongue on the short ends, to hold its shape without adhesives.

Can this tray ship through parcel networks?

The open-top design provides no containment for individual courier shipping. It is typically palletized, shrink-wrapped, or placed inside a closed master carton for transit.

Does this locking style work with double-wall board?

Using double-wall board means the template should be adjusted. Thick material can make the intricate base locks and roll-over ends difficult to fold by hand and may cause the tabs to tear if clearances are not widened.

Are the locking tabs visible on the outer walls?

The long side walls are solid. The short end walls have a clean exterior, as the locking mechanism is internal. The only visible structural features are the top stacking tabs.

How do the corner flaps lock into place?

The corner flaps fold inward and feature small bottom hooks that seat directly into the base crease of the tray. This helps keep the walls from splaying outward when the tray is filled.

How does flute direction affect stacking strength?

The corrugated flutes should run vertically through the short end walls. Because these ends bear the weight when the trays are stacked, vertical fluting maximizes the tray's compression strength.

Can we add ventilation holes?

The template allows for cutouts on the end panels, which can serve as ventilation for fresh produce or as hand holes for easier lifting.

How are these trays delivered?

They are delivered flat and erected by hand before loading. This maximizes warehouse storage space prior to use but depends on dedicated pack-bench labor.