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FEFCO 0948

Corrugated Cushion Pad with Diagonal Brace

  • Available in a wide range of custom configurations & material selection.
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  • Design support, warehousing, testing, assembly available.
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Product details

Top highlights

  • Replaces non-fiber-based EPS foam blocks
  • Internal diagonal brace provides high crush resistance
  • Requires manual folding and outer carton confinement

About this product

This folded corrugated block acts as a heavy-duty shock absorber inside a master carton, using an internal diagonal truss to protect heavy industrial goods and appliances.

It is a common single-material replacement for EPS foam. Because it relies entirely on straight parallel creases, it is simple to produce for trial runs, but buyers must weigh the protection against the manual labor required to fold it on the packing line.

Common uses

  • Appliance end-caps
  • Heavy electronics buffers
  • Industrial parts spacing
  • Furniture edge protection

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Heavy-duty protection and foam replacement

EPS foam replacement for heavy goods

When shipping appliances, motors, or heavy electronics, this pad provides the necessary standoff distance and shock absorption without introducing mixed materials into the recycling stream.

Corner and edge buffering in master cartons

The folded block sits between the product and the outer box walls. The internal diagonal brace distributes side impacts, preventing the outer carton from taking the full force of a drop.

Standoff spacing for protruding parts

For items with delicate knobs, handles, or irregular profiles, this deep block creates a rigid physical barrier that keeps the fragile components away from the impact zone.

Bottom cushioning for dense industrial components

Placed beneath heavy metal parts or machinery, the internal truss structure resists vertical compression, keeping the product suspended above the floor of the shipping box.

Industrial, appliance, and furniture shipping

Appliance and electronics manufacturing

Brands moving away from expanded polystyrene use these corrugated blocks to meet sustainability targets while maintaining high drop-test performance for heavy units.

Industrial parts distribution

For low-to-medium volume industrial shipments, this pad can be produced quickly with straight cuts, making it easier to protect varying part sizes without committing to shaped foam molds.

Furniture and heavy home goods

Flat-pack furniture and heavy home goods often require dense corner and edge protection to handle transit. This pad provides the necessary rigidity to prevent edge crushing.

When to consider a simpler void fill

High-speed packing lines

This pad must be folded by hand against the natural tension of the corrugated board. If your fulfillment line requires rapid, automated insertion, a pre-glued partition or a simpler drop-in insert may be a better choice.

Lightweight product shipping

If the product is light, the heavy-duty diagonal brace is likely unnecessary. A simpler rolled tube or standard crumpled void fill will save board area and packing time.

Close variants and lookalike dielines

The closest library neighbors include 0947, 0941, 0942. 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, folding fatigue, and production route

Board thickness versus operator fatigue

Thicker double-wall board increases shock absorption but makes the pad much harder to fold. The spring-back tension of heavy board can cause operator fatigue, so the board grade should be tested physically before a full rollout.

Straight-cut production versus shaped cuts

Because the design relies entirely on straight, parallel creases, it can be manufactured without custom shaped cutting. Adding notches or locking tabs will change this production path and require flatbed preparation.

Master carton confinement

This pad does not have native locks or tabs. It relies entirely on the walls of the outer shipping box to hold it in its folded shape. It must be held closed by the packer until it is inserted into the carton.

Flat blank storage space

Because the pad folds multiple times to create the tube and the internal brace, the flat un-folded blank is quite long. This means fewer flat units fit on a pallet compared to simpler inserts, which affects warehouse storage planning.

Adjusting the block footprint and fold tension

Scaling the diagonal brace

The length, width, and depth of the block can be adjusted to fit different voids. The internal diagonal panel automatically scales to match the new dimensions, ensuring the truss remains tight and structurally sound.

Adding relief perforations

To reduce the manual effort required to fold heavy board, the parallel creases can be modified into perforated scores. This lowers the spring-back tension but requires a shift to a shaped-cut production method.

Adjusting the block footprint

The overall width and height of the folded tube can be modified to match specific gaps between the product and the outer box, ensuring a tight friction fit that prevents shifting during transit.

Board and packing details

Mathematical dependency of the internal brace

The diagonal brace relies on exact geometry to function. If the outer dimensions or the board thickness are changed, the internal panel length and fold allowances must be recalculated, or the pad will bind and fail to fold square.

Additional notes

Master carton insertion

Because the pad springs open if released, the packing sequence must allow the operator to fold the pad and immediately slide it into the gap between the product and the outer box wall.

Related interior fitments

0941: Simple Rolled Tube

A similar folded block without the internal diagonal brace, offering faster assembly for lighter loads.

0947: Cushion Pad

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.

0942: Cushion Pad

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

Performance and testing

Can this corrugated pad completely replace EPS foam?

In many heavy-duty applications, yes. The internal diagonal brace provides high crush resistance. However, exact drop-test parity depends on the product weight and the chosen board grade, so physical testing is always recommended.

Packing and assembly

Does this pad stay folded on its own?

No. The pad relies on friction and confinement. The packer must hold the folded block against the board's natural spring-back tension and insert it directly into the master carton.

Materials

What board grade works best for this pad?

It depends on the balance between protection and packing labor. Single-wall C-flute is common, offering good cushioning with manageable folding effort. Double-wall board offers maximum protection but increases operator fatigue.

Design adjustments

Can the internal brace be adjusted independently?

The diagonal brace is mathematically tied to the length and width of the block. If you change the outer dimensions of the pad, the internal brace must scale proportionally to prevent the pad from bowing or collapsing.

Shipping route

Is this pad suitable for parcel shipping?

Yes, when used correctly inside a sturdy master carton. It is effective at absorbing the lateral impacts and drops common in mixed-carrier parcel networks.

Production path

Does this pad require shaped cutting?

Often, no. If the pad uses only straight parallel creases, it can be produced on standard slitting equipment. Adding custom cutouts or locks would change the production route to require shaped cutting preparation.

Packing and assembly

How does board thickness affect the packing process?

Thicker board creates stronger spring-back tension. Packers must exert more physical force to fold the pad and hold it closed before insertion, which can slow down the fulfillment line and cause fatigue over long shifts.

Storage and logistics

How is this pad delivered?

It is delivered flat. Because the design requires multiple wraparound panels and an internal diagonal brace, the flat blank is quite long, meaning it will take up more pallet space than simpler, single-layer inserts.