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FEFCO 0907

Sliding Box Inner Tray

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Product details

Top highlights

  • Forms the pull-out drawer for two-piece sliding box assemblies
  • Leaves a top gap for product visibility and easy access
  • Relies on an outer sleeve or strapping to hold its folded shape

About this product

A sliding box inner tray is a five-panel corrugated pad that wraps around a product and slides into a separate outer sleeve. It forms the pull-out drawer in a classic matchbox-style assembly, leaving a deliberate gap across the top face for product visibility or easy grasping.

Because it has no glued joints or locking tabs, this tray relies entirely on the outer sleeve to hold its shape. Operators fold the panels around the product and hold the tray closed while sliding it into the master carton.

Common uses

  • Retail presentation drawers
  • Electronics with foam inserts
  • Kitted parts

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Common uses for sliding inner trays

Retail presentation drawers

When paired with a printed outer sleeve, the tray creates a sliding reveal for cosmetics, apparel, or high-end kits. The top gap allows the customer to see the primary item as soon as the drawer begins to open.

Foam-lined component protection

For sensitive components, the tray is often laminated with convoluted foam. The corrugated board provides the rigid sliding structure, while the foam secures the item without requiring separate loose void fill.

Localized puncture defense

When a long product needs side protection but still requires top access for inspection or scanning, the five-panel wrap covers the base and sides while leaving the top face partially exposed.

Multi-component hardware kits

The tray holds heavy parts on the base panel while the side walls keep them contained. This allows operators to arrange the kit flat on a bench before folding the walls up and sliding the assembly into the master sleeve.

Retail and industrial packing environments

Fulfillment and kitting

Fulfillment teams use sliding trays to organize multi-part kits. The tray can be loaded flat on a bench, folded around the components, and slid into a branded sleeve for a clean unboxing experience.

Heavy component staging

For heavy or awkward components, placing the item on a flat base panel and folding the walls up is often easier than lowering the part down into a deep, pre-glued box.

Consumer electronics unboxing

Brands use the sliding motion to pace the unboxing experience. The tray holds the device securely while the top gap provides an immediate preview before the customer fully removes the drawer.

When to consider a different wrap or tray

Full overlap requirement

If the product needs complete dust protection or multi-axis puncture defense without an outer sleeve, a full horizontal wrap (FEFCO 0905) closes the top gap entirely.

Single-side exposure

If the product only requires an L-shaped wrap with a single top flap, a four-panel open split (FEFCO 0906) uses less material but leaves one side completely exposed.

Close variants and lookalike dielines

The closest library neighbors include E31.20.00.00, 0905, 0955. 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, friction, and gap choices

Board thickness and sliding friction

The tray must slide smoothly inside its master sleeve. Fine flutes or coated boards reduce surface friction and fold cleanly. Heavy boards increase the risk of the tray binding or jamming during insertion.

Top gap width

The distance between the two top flaps dictates how much of the product is visible. A wider gap makes the item easier to grasp, while a narrower gap provides more top-down protection.

Print placement

Because the tray pulls out, the inside floor and inner side walls are the primary visual real estate. The outside faces are hidden by the master sleeve until the drawer is fully removed.

Flute direction

Aligning the flutes vertically along the side walls provides better compression strength if the master sleeve faces top-down pressure. Horizontal flutes make the transverse creases easier to fold but reduce stacking strength.

Practical tray modifications

Finger pull notches

Adding a half-moon cutout to one end of the tray makes the drawer easier to pull. This small ergonomic upgrade shifts the production route from simple straight creases to shaped die-cutting.

Pre-broken creases

For faster manual packing, the transverse creases can be pre-broken. This reduces the board's natural spring-back, making it easier for operators to hold the tray closed while sliding it into the sleeve.

Extended top flaps

Lengthening the top panels narrows the access window. This adjustment increases top-down coverage without changing the overall footprint of the tray.

Board and packing details

Packing labor and board memory

Because this tray has no native locks, operators must use two hands to fold the panels and maintain tension during insertion. Stiff, heavy-duty boards will fight this fold, increasing operator fatigue and the risk of the tray splaying open before it clears the sleeve entrance.

Tray modifications and gap adjustments

Gap width control

The top flaps can be extended to narrow the access window, or shortened to reveal more of the primary product, depending on presentation and retention needs.

Additional notes

Clearance and board thickness

When specifying this tray, the exact board thickness must be factored into the fold allowances. If the board is too thick, the folded corners will swell and jam inside the master sleeve.

Related sleeves and wraps

0503: Outer Sleeve

The continuous glued tube that acts as the master shell for this sliding tray.

E31.20.00.00: Cubical - Glued Wrap-Around with Closed Side Panels

Nearby FEFCO style to review if the buyer wants a similar job but the closure, flap overlap, wall build, or part count changes the package choice.

0955: Interior Form

Nearby FEFCO style to review if the buyer wants a similar job but the closure, flap overlap, wall build, or part count changes the package choice.

FAQs

Shipping and Route

Can this tray be shipped on its own?

No. The tray has no glued joints or locks. It will spring open unless it is secured inside a master sleeve or tightly strapped.

Product Fit

How do I keep the tray sliding smoothly?

Smooth sliding depends on precise internal clearance and board choice. Fine flutes and coated finishes reduce friction, while heavy, uncoated boards can bind against the outer sleeve.

Packing Labor

Can this tray be assembled on an automated line?

Standard folder-gluers cannot erect this tray because it lacks a continuous tube or glue joints. It requires manual wrap-and-hold insertion or highly specialized robotic end-effectors.

Print and Finish

Where should graphics go on a sliding tray?

The inside floor and inner walls are the most visible areas during unboxing. The outer walls drag against the master sleeve and remain hidden until the tray is completely removed.

Modifications

Can we add a pull tab or finger hole?

Yes. Adding a finger notch makes the drawer easier to open, though it requires custom die-cutting rather than simple straight creases.

Inserts

Does this tray work with foam inserts?

Yes. It is frequently laminated with convoluted foam to hold sensitive electronics or fragile parts securely without requiring loose void fill.

Product Fit

What determines the size of the top gap?

The length of the two top flaps controls the gap. A wider gap shows more product and makes it easier to grasp, while longer flaps provide more top-down coverage.

Why does board thickness matter for this tray?

The folded corners swell based on board thickness. If the board is too heavy, the tray will bind and jam inside the outer sleeve, making it difficult for the end user to open.