FEFCO 0826

Countertop Brochure Dispenser

This one-piece corrugated display stands upright on retail counters to hold brochures, leaflets, or lightweight promotional items. It features a tall vertical backboard for branding and a fold-out rear strut that prevents the display from tipping forward.

Because it relies on precise folds and friction locks to hold its shape, this dispenser ships completely flat. It is designed strictly as a point-of-sale presentation piece and requires a separate outer carton for transit.

At a glance

  • Tall vertical backboard maximizes retail branding space
  • Fold-out rear strut provides anti-tip balance for paper media
  • Ships flat and requires manual assembly at the point of use

Common uses

  • Trade show literature
  • Pharmacy counter leaflets
  • Cosmetic samples
  • Business card holders

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Retail and promotional display jobs

Point-of-sale literature distribution

The front pocket holds stacks of paper media upright, while the tall backboard acts as a miniature billboard. The rear strut counterbalances the forward weight of the paper.

Lightweight sample and cosmetic displays

Works well for small, light items like cosmetic packets or trial sachets. The angled side walls keep loose items contained while leaving the front fully visible.

Business card and gift card presentation

A shallower pocket configuration keeps small cards accessible at checkout registers without burying the branding on the backboard.

Temporary event and trade show handouts

Because the entire unit packs flat, event staff can transport hundreds of dispensers alongside their marketing collateral and assemble them on folding tables in seconds.

Where these dispensers go to work

Trade shows and promotional events

Event staff can fold the front pocket and deploy the rear leg without tape or glue, setting up a branded presence quickly.

Pharmacy and checkout counters

Fits into narrow counter spaces where vertical visibility matters more than deep storage capacity.

Hotel lobbies and tourist information desks

Organizes local maps and attraction leaflets vertically, keeping flat surfaces clear while drawing visitor attention.

When to consider a different display style

Packing heavy bottles or jars

If you are displaying heavy retail goods, the rear strut on this dispenser may not provide enough stability. Compare it to a flat-bottomed retail tray like the 0815, which rests entirely on the shelf and handles vertical weight better.

Hanging from a pegboard

If counter space is unavailable, consider a suspended gravity dispenser like the 0873, which hangs vertically rather than relying on a rear support leg.

Board, print, and transit choices

Board thickness and fold quality

This design requires fine flutes or solid cartonboard. Heavy corrugated board will cause the front pocket folds to bind and the locking tabs to crush during assembly.

Master shipper planning

This open display format requires an outer shipping carton to protect the printed surfaces and maintain the flat delivery state during transit.

Print surface and graphic layout

The tall backboard is the primary branding area, but the front panel of the pocket and the angled side walls also accept high-quality litho or digital printing.

Pocket depth versus tipping risk

Deepening the front retaining pocket holds more material but moves the center of gravity forward, which usually requires extending the rear support strut to maintain balance.

Adjusting the pocket and backboard

Pocket depth and front profile

The front retaining pocket height can be adjusted to reveal more or less of the brochures, depending on how much cover artwork needs to remain visible.

Adding a hanging hole

A euro-slot or standard hanging hole can be cut into the top of the backboard, allowing the display to work on pegboards as well as flat counters.

Trapezium side wall angles

The angled side walls of the front pocket can be pitched steeper or shallower to change the visual profile and adjust how securely loose items are held.

Board and packing details

Blank sprawl and material usage

Even though the front pocket is small, the tall vertical backboard means the flat template takes up a significant amount of corrugated board. This footprint drives the material cost.

Hanging and display layout options

Pegboard hanging variant

Includes a reinforced hole segment at the top of the backboard for suspended retail environments.

Additional notes

Physical mockup testing

Always test a physical sample with the exact number of brochures or products you intend to display. This is the only way to verify that the rear strut provides the correct anti-tip balance for your specific payload.

FAQs

Shipping and assembly

Can I ship products inside this dispenser?

No. This is an open point-of-sale display. It must be shipped flat inside a separate master carton, and the retail staff will assemble it and load the products at the store.

Board and material

Can we use thick double-wall board to make the backboard stiffer?

Thick board is a poor fit for this design. The front pocket relies on tight 90-degree folds and friction locks. Heavy flutes will bind during folding and prevent the display from staying together.

Stability and loading

How much weight can the front pocket hold?

It is designed for paper brochures, leaflets, or very light samples. Heavy items will shift the center of gravity too far forward and cause the display to tip over, even with the rear strut deployed.

Print and finish

Where can graphics be printed?

The tall backboard is the primary branding area, but the front panel of the pocket and the angled side walls can also be printed. Because it is a retail piece, it usually requires high-quality litho or digital printing.

Customization

Can the rear support leg be removed?

Removing the rear strut will cause the display to fall forward as soon as the front pocket is loaded. The strut is essential for counterbalancing the weight.

Production

Does this require flatbed die-cutting?

Yes. The angled side walls, locking tabs, and rear strut profile require flatbed die-cutting. It cannot be produced on standard box-making slotters.

Assembly process

Does this display require glue or tape to set up?

No. The front pocket locks into the backboard using friction tabs, and the rear strut folds out to form a tripod. The entire unit sets up manually without adhesives.

Sizing

How do I determine the right pocket depth?

Measure the thickness of your entire stack of brochures or leaflets. The pocket should be deep enough to hold the full stack without them leaning forward and pulling the display off balance.

Review your brochure dimensions and counter space limits to finalize the pocket depth and backboard height.

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