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EVF11749

4-Pack Bottle Carrier with Handle

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Holds four items in a 2x2 configuration
Crash-lock base opens for fast manual packing
Integrated dividers eliminate separate inserts

About this product

The EVF11749 is a one-piece folding carton designed to group, protect, and carry four bottles or jars in a retail setting. Delivered flat with a pre-glued crash-lock base and central handle, it opens at the packing station for immediate loading without tape or separate partition inserts.

Integrated dividers fold down from the handle panels to help prevent glass-to-glass contact, making this a practical choice for craft beverages, specialty sauces, and promotional kits.

Common uses

Craft beer and cider 4-packs
Specialty sauces and preserves
Retail beverage promotions

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Retail Multipacks and Beverage Grouping

Craft Beverage 4-Packs

Provides a rigid, easy-to-carry format for beer, cider, or specialty sodas. The open top allows labels and caps to remain visible on the retail shelf.

Specialty Jars and Sauces

Groups heavy glass jars into a single purchasable unit. The integrated dividers fold inward to keep jars separated during transit and handling.

Promotional Retail Kits

Useful for grouping related items, such as a sauce, a rub, and two beverages, into a single cohesive package for holiday sales or tasting events.

Cold-Case Grab-and-Go

When produced with moisture-resistant board or coatings, this carrier performs well in refrigerated retail environments where condensation might otherwise weaken untreated paperboard.

Packing Environments and Retail Display

Manual Packing Stations

Because the base and handle are pre-glued by the manufacturer, operators simply push the flat carton open. The base engages, leaving only the dividers to be pushed down before loading.

Retail Shelving

The four main outer walls offer continuous billboard space for branding, while the central handle encourages grab-and-go consumer purchasing.

Brewery and Tasting Room Sales

Provides a professional, branded takeaway option for direct-to-consumer sales, allowing customers to mix and match four items securely.

When to Consider Enclosed Cartons or Larger Carriers

E-commerce and Parcel Shipping

This carrier leaves the top of the product exposed and relies on a central handle. If the multipack will be shipped directly to a consumer via a courier network, it should be placed inside a protective outer master carton, or a fully enclosed crash-lock box may be a better choice.

Different Item Counts

If the product requires a 6-pack or 2-pack configuration, the template should be adjusted or a different carrier style selected to maintain balance and handle integrity.

Board Strength, Fit, and Packing Labor

Board Grade and Product Weight

The weight of four glass bottles places stress on the handle and base. While lighter paperboard works for light plastics, heavy glass often requires stronger board grades or fluted materials to prevent the handle or base from tearing.

Moisture and Refrigeration

If the carrier will move from cold storage to room temperature, condensation can weaken untreated materials. Discuss moisture-resistant boards or specific coatings to maintain handle reliability.

Handle Clearance

The height of the handle above the bottles should be checked to ensure consumers can comfortably grip the carrier without their knuckles hitting the bottle caps.

Cell Fit and Divider Depth

The internal dividers fold down from the handle. Their depth and width should be matched to the exact diameter and shoulder height of the bottles to help prevent rattling.

Adjusting Cells, Handles, and Wall Profiles

Cell Dimensions

The length and width of the individual cells dictate the overall footprint. These are adjusted to match the exact diameter of the bottles or jars being packed.

Handle and Wall Height

The height of the outer walls and the central handle can be modified to expose more of the product label or to provide deeper protection for taller bottles.

Outer Wall Profile

The curved profile of the side panels can be raised or lowered. A higher wall offers more printable area and protection, while a lower wall increases product visibility.

Packing details

Divider Setup Labor

While the base opens automatically, the transverse dividers must be manually pushed inward by the packer. This is a fast motion, but it should be factored into overall packing line speed.

Palletization of Flat Blanks

Because the handle halves are glued together during manufacturing, the knocked-down carriers have a slight thickness variation. This requires careful palletization before delivery to ensure the blanks feed smoothly at the packing station.

Additional notes

Manual divider deployment

The crash-lock base is automatic, but the internal dividers require a quick manual push to fold them into position before loading the bottles.

Grain direction for handle strength

To maximize tear resistance when lifting, the paperboard grain should run horizontally around the carrier rather than vertically up the handle.

FAQs

Can this carrier hold heavy glass bottles?

Yes, but the material should be matched to the payload. Heavy glass often requires stronger board grades or fluted materials rather than lighter paperboard to help prevent the handle or base from tearing.

Does this carrier require tape or glue at the packing station?

No. The side seam, handle, and crash-lock base are pre-glued during manufacturing. The packer simply pushes the flat blank open, and the base locks into place.

Do I need to order separate dividers to keep bottles from touching?

No. This template features integrated dividers that are cut into the handle panels. The packer pushes them down during assembly to separate the four cells.

Can I ship this carrier through the mail?

Not on its own. The open top and exposed handle mean it provides no parcel protection. For courier networks, the loaded carrier should be placed inside a corrugated outer shipper.

Where can graphics be printed on this carrier?

The four outer walls and the exterior of the handle panels provide excellent surfaces for branding, nutritional information, and barcodes.

Should I test the carrier before a full production run?

Yes. Because the crash-lock base and handle bear the full weight of the product, a physical drop and lift test with the actual bottles is strongly recommended to verify the board choice.

Can the handle shape be changed?

Yes. The dimensions and shape of the hand hole can be adjusted to improve carrying comfort or accommodate different hand sizes.

Does this carrier work for cans?

Yes, it can hold cans, but the cell dimensions and wall heights should be adjusted for the shorter, wider profile of a standard or sleek beverage can.