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FEFCO 0208

6-Cell Slotted Container with Integrated Partitions

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One-piece blank that forms a fully enclosed box and a 6-cell divider grid
Eliminates the need to source, store, and manage separate corrugated inserts
Requires manual assembly to interlock the internal slots before loading

About this product

The 6-cell slotted container is a heavy-duty shipping box that folds to create its own internal divider grid. Instead of managing a separate outer box and a drop-in partition, this single-piece package uses extended top and bottom flaps that interlock inside the cavity to isolate six individual items.

This package provides massive crush resistance because the internal grid forms a central corrugated column. That single-SKU convenience comes with a tradeoff. Interlocking the deep slots by hand requires a slower, more deliberate rhythm on the packing bench.

Common uses

Glass bottles
Heavy industrial cylinders
Cosmetics jars

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Product isolation and pallet stacking

Glass bottles and fragile cylinders

The full-height internal grid prevents fragile items from striking each other during transit. Because the dividers are anchored to the outer walls, the separation remains rigid even if the box is tilted or dropped.

Heavy industrial parts

Metal components and machined parts can damage each other if they shift. The integrated cells keep heavy items immobilized and separated throughout the shipping route.

Pallet stacking for heavy goods

The interlocking top and bottom flaps create a continuous corrugated column through the center of the box. This transfers weight directly through the grid, allowing the container to resist crushing under heavy pallets.

Kitting and multi-part sets

When shipping a set of six distinct items, the built-in grid ensures packers place one item in each cell, reducing packing errors and keeping the presentation organized.

Fulfillment and inventory situations

Single-SKU inventory management

Operations that want to simplify procurement often choose this package to avoid matching outer boxes with separate partition grids. It reduces the number of components stored on the warehouse floor.

Beverage and cosmetics shipping

Brands shipping glass jars or bottles use this package to ensure reliable separation without the risk of packers running out of inserts before they run out of boxes.

Industrial component distribution

Distributors shipping heavy, separated parts benefit from the extreme crush resistance provided by the internal corrugated column.

When to separate the box and the insert

High-speed packing lines

If your fulfillment relies on rapid manual packing or standard machinery, the integrated grid will create a bottleneck. Pushing the slotted flaps together inside the box cavity takes time and two hands. A standard slotted box with a pre-assembled drop-in partition is usually faster for high-volume lines.

Shallow product profiles

For shorter items, extending both top and bottom flaps may be unnecessary. A bottom-only partitioned box (FEFCO 0207) uses less board and is easier to assemble, though it lacks the extreme crush resistance of a fully interlocked grid.

Close variants and lookalike dielines

The closest library neighbors include 0207, 0207a, 0229. Use this as a variant check if a buyer brings an old code, sample, or dieline that looks close. The deciding details are usually the lock, slot, closure, wall build, part count, or fold sequence.

Board thickness, slot friction, and assembly labor

Board thickness and slot binding

This package is highly sensitive to board caliper. Fine flutes fold sharply and allow the internal slots to slide together easily. Heavy double-wall board multiplies the friction, often causing the grid to seize or tear during manual assembly unless the cutting die is explicitly tuned to widen the slots.

Production route and board footprint

The extended flaps create a massive flat blank that requires custom flatbed or rotary die-cutting. This generates more corrugated waste than a standard straight-line box. The decision usually comes down to whether the operational savings of a single SKU offset the larger material footprint.

Assembly time tolerance

Because the operator must reach inside the formed tube to align and push the slotted flaps together, assembly requires deliberate focus. Factor this slower rhythm into your fulfillment planning.

Closure method

While the internal dividers lock together to form the cells, the outer top and bottom flaps have no native locks. The box requires external tape, glue, or stitching to stay closed during transit.

Cell dimensions and slot clearances

Internal clearances and product fit

While the standard template creates six equal cells in a 2x3 grid, the internal clearances can be adjusted for specific product diameters. Changing the cell size alters the depth of the interlocking slots and the overall footprint of the blank.

Explicit slot widening

When using thicker board grades, the slots on the extended flaps must be widened beyond standard allowances. This prevents the corrugated flutes from crushing when the grid is forced together.

Panel sequence shifts

The standard layout places the glue joint on a length panel, while a variant (0208a) shifts it to a width panel. The choice depends entirely on which layout fits better through the converter's specific folder-gluer machinery.

Board and packing details

Pre-breaking the transverse creases

To ensure the extended flaps drop into the cavity at a clean 90-degree angle, packers usually need to pre-break the secondary creases by hand. Skipping this step can cause the corrugated flutes to buckle.

Prototype testing for assembly friction

Always request a physical prototype in the exact board grade you plan to use. Have your packing team assemble it to verify that the slot friction is manageable.

Panel sequence variants

Factory layout optimization (0208a)

Shifts the glue joint to a width panel to accommodate specific folder-gluer machine limits, producing the exact same 6-cell box.

Additional notes

Pack-bench rhythm and labor

Because the operator must reach inside the formed tube to align and push the slotted flaps together, assembly requires two hands and deliberate focus. Factor this slower rhythm into your fulfillment planning when comparing this style against drop-in inserts.

FAQs

Assembly and Packing

Can this box be erected by standard machinery?

Standard packing machinery cannot navigate the complex sequence of dropping and interlocking the internal grid. This package requires manual assembly, and the friction of engaging the slots makes it slower to pack than a standard box.

Closure and Shipping

Does the internal grid lock the outer box closed?

No. While the internal dividers lock together to form the cells, the outer top and bottom flaps have no native locks. The box requires external tape, glue, or stitching to stay closed during transit.

Board and Fit

Can this be made in heavy double-wall board for extra protection?

It can, but it requires careful engineering. Thick board makes the internal slots bind tightly against each other. If the cutting die is not explicitly adjusted to relieve that friction, packers will struggle to force the grid together without crushing the board.

Design Limits

Can the grid be configured for four or eight cells instead of six?

The base template is mathematically designed for a 2x3 six-cell layout. Changing the cell count requires a fundamental redesign of the slotting matrix and fold allowances, which moves it into fully custom structural engineering.

Production Route

Why does this require custom die-cutting?

The extended top and bottom flaps feature deep intersecting slots and secondary transverse creases. These complex shapes cannot be produced on a standard straight-knife rotary slotter, requiring a dedicated cutting die.

Samples and Prototypes

What should we test before committing to a production run?

Always request a physical prototype in the exact board grade you plan to use. Have your packing team assemble it to verify that the slot friction is manageable and the assembly time fits your fulfillment schedule.

Comparison

When should we use a separate insert instead?

A separate insert is usually better when packing speed is the top priority, or when you want to reduce the overall corrugated board footprint. The integrated grid is chosen primarily to simplify inventory to a single SKU.

Packing Labor

How does the assembly rhythm compare to a standard box?

It is significantly slower. The operator must reach inside the formed tube to align and push the slotted flaps together, which requires two hands and deliberate focus. Factor this slower rhythm into your fulfillment planning.