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EVC91020

3-Piece Corrugated Carrier with Handle

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Three-piece package with one body and two partitions
Integrated carrying handle with tongue-lock closure
Open sides for high product visibility on the shelf

About this product

The EVC91020 is a three-piece corrugated carrier built to hold six individual items in a 3x2 grid. It features an open-sided wrap-around body, an integrated central handle, and two intersecting partitions that keep products separated.

Because it relies entirely on mechanical tongue locks and slotted partitions, it assembles without gluing. This makes it a practical option for short runs, specialty retail, and craft food presentation, though it involves manual assembly and is usually paired with an outer master carton for distribution.

Common uses

Specialty food jars
Craft beverage kitting
Farm and market produce
Gift sets and promotional kitting

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Retail display and carry-out kitting

Specialty food and jars

The open sides allow product labels to remain visible on the shelf, while the internal partitions prevent glass-on-glass contact during carry-out.

Craft beverage kitting

Fits mixed packs or limited releases as a carry-out basket, provided the board grade is matched to the weight of the bottles.

Farm and market sales

The classic basket aesthetic fits natural products like eggs or produce, offering a sturdy, glue-free carrying solution for direct-to-consumer sales.

Gift sets and promotional kitting

The open-ended presentation and built-in handle make it a strong candidate for retail gift sets where product visibility is a priority.

Manual fulfillment and retail presentation

Retail and point-of-sale

This carrier is built for shelf display and consumer handling. The open ends and top handle make it easy for customers to grab, but it is not intended for standalone parcel shipping.

Manual kitting operations

The three-piece package involves hand assembly. It fits fulfillment centers or pack stations set up for manual kitting rather than automated lines.

Short-run or seasonal programs

Because it avoids gluing, this carrier can be easier to prototype and produce in smaller batches for seasonal promotions or market testing.

When to compare 1-piece glued carriers

High-volume automated packing

If you are packing thousands of units and need a carrier that opens quickly, compare this to a 1-piece glued carrier (like FEFCO 0727). Glued carriers reduce assembly labor on the packing line.

Direct-to-consumer shipping

If the package needs to ship through the mail without an outer box, consider a fully enclosed partitioned mailer instead. The open sides of this carrier expose the product to transit risks.

Board strength, slot fit, and master shippers

Board grade and handle strength

The central handle bears the entire weight of the package. Heavier items like beverages often benefit from a stronger board (such as B-flute) to prevent tearing at the grip.

Caliper and slot fit

Because the partitions and tongue locks rely on friction and exact geometry, the template should be adjusted for the exact thickness of your chosen corrugated board to prevent binding or loose fits.

Outer master cartons

For distribution to retail stores, these carriers are typically packed into a larger corrugated shipper. The handle height should be factored into the master carton dimensions.

Print and branding surfaces

The solid base, side walls, and handle provide continuous surfaces for branding. The open ends leave the product fully visible, meaning jar or bottle labels should be aligned during packing.

Cell sizing and handle clearance

Cell sizing

The length, width, and depth of the individual cells can be adjusted to fit specific jars, bottles, or items, which automatically scales the partitions and the wrap-around body.

Handle shape and height

The grip area and handle height can be modified for comfort or to clear taller products.

Partition cutouts

The hole segments on the partitions can be contoured to cradle specific bottle or jar shapes, keeping items centered during transit.

Packing details

Flat delivery and multi-piece storage

The body and partitions are delivered as separate flat blanks, minimizing warehouse footprint before the kitting process begins.

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Manual assembly and locking sequence

Packers typically interlock the two partitions, load the product, and then wrap the main body around the base, locking the top tongues into the handle slots.

FAQs

Is gluing needed for this carrier?

The EVC91020 is a completely glue-free package. The body wraps around the partitions and secures itself using mechanical tongue locks near the base of the handle.

Can this ship directly in the mail?

The open sides expose the product, and the handle prevents clean stacking. It typically needs an outer master carton for transit and is not suited for standalone parcel shipping.

Can this hold heavy glass bottles?

It can, provided the board grade is specified correctly. The handle and base should be tested with the actual product weight to ensure they do not tear or sag during carry-out.

How is the carrier assembled?

It is a manual process. The two partitions are slotted together, placed inside the folded base, and the body is wrapped over the top and locked into place.

When is a 3-piece carrier a better choice than a 1-piece glued carrier?

A 3-piece package avoids gluing, which can be practical for shorter runs or when a specific open-basket aesthetic is desired. It also allows the partitions to be made from a different material if needed.

Can the cell dimensions be adjusted?

The template can be adjusted to fit specific product diameters and heights, which automatically scales the partitions and the wrap-around body.

How are the carrier components delivered?

They are delivered flat as three separate pieces, one main body and two partitions, which helps save storage space before kitting.

Which board grades fit this carrier?

E-flute is common for lighter items like eggs or small jars. For heavier beverages, a thicker board like B-flute is often used to increase handle tear resistance, though the slots should be adjusted to match the thicker caliper.