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EVF31021

Gusseted Bakery Tray with Glued Walls

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Unbroken webbed corners resist dry and mild moisture leaks
Two pre-glued walls speed up manual store-floor assembly
Self-locking tabs secure the tray through friction locks

About this product

This one-piece paperboard tray features unbroken webbed corners to contain crumbs, powders, or mild moisture. Delivered flat with two walls already glued, it allows retail and food-service teams to quickly fold and lock the remaining walls into place using only the paperboard locks.

While the double-thick walls and pre-glued construction provide excellent presentation and fast assembly, this open-top tray pairs with an outer sleeve, wrap, or master carton for full enclosure and transit.

Common uses

Bakery and deli counter packaging.
Retail gift sets and cosmetic assortments.
Fast-paced kitting operations needing mechanically locked trays.

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Retail Presentation and Food Service Trays

Bakery and Deli Counters

The unbroken webbed corners (gussets) help keep crumbs, sugar, or grease from escaping through the bottom edges. When paired with a poly-coated board, the tray handles mild moisture well.

Retail Gift Sets

The double-thick walls create a clean inner rim with no raw paperboard edges exposed, making it a strong base for cosmetic assortments or premium goods.

Food Service and Catering

For transporting prepared foods to tables or events, the leak-resistant corners keep the carrying environment tidy while the rigid glued walls support the payload.

Fast-Paced Kitting

Because two walls are already glued, fulfillment teams can erect the tray in fewer steps than a fully unglued version, saving time during large packing runs.

Bakery, Deli, and Kitting Operations

Store-Floor Assembly

Retail staff only need to fold the remaining two walls over the collapsed corners to lock the tray. This removes the need for adhesive dispensers and complex folding instructions at the counter.

High-Volume Fulfillment

When packing hundreds of trays per shift, the pre-glued walls reduce the manual folding burden, speeding up the overall packing line.

Premium Brand Presentation

The folded inner walls hide the raw edges of the paperboard, providing a cleaner unboxing experience for high-end retail goods.

Fully Enclosed Cartons and Automated Trays

Automated Packing Lines

If the packing line uses automated tray formers, a machine-erected tray without pre-glued walls may be more efficient and use less board.

Parcel Shipping

This is an open-top tray. If the product ships directly through a courier network, a fully enclosed roll-end tuck-top mailer or a dedicated outer shipping box is usually a better fit.

Board Coatings and Locking Friction

Board Caliper and Fold Clearance

The locking walls fold over the webbed corners. Thicker boards need specific crease adjustments so the inner walls lay flat without tearing or bowing.

Grease and Moisture Barriers

If packing food, specify whether the board needs an aqueous or PE coating. The coating should be kept clear of the glue seams on the pre-glued walls to ensure a strong bond.

Locking Tab Friction

The depth and angle of the locking tabs dictate how tightly the tray holds together. A steeper angle provides a tighter lock but takes slightly more effort to assemble.

Print Layout for Folded Gussets

The inner walls and the interior floor of the tray are fully visible. If inside printing is planned, the artwork layout should account for the folded webbed corners resting against the side walls.

Wall Height and Locking Tab Depth

Locking Tab Depth

The locking tabs can be extended or shortened to balance assembly speed with lock security.

Wall Proportions

The height of the inner locking walls can be modified to change where the tabs engage the base, accommodating different insert or product clearances.

Gusset Fold Direction

The webbed corners can be adjusted to fold in a specific direction, ensuring they do not interfere with custom inserts or specific product shapes.

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Flat Delivery and Storage

Because the top and bottom walls are pre-glued during manufacturing, the trays are delivered flat. This keeps inbound freight and storage space efficient while still reducing the final assembly steps.

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Inside Printing and Base Visibility

The inner walls and the interior floor of the tray are fully visible to the consumer. If inside printing is planned, the artwork layout should account for the folded webbed corners that rest against the side walls.

FAQs

Does this tray need adhesive to assemble?

Adhesive is not needed during final assembly. The tray is delivered flat with two walls already glued by the manufacturer. You simply fold the remaining two walls upright, which traps the corners and locks into the base.

Why choose a pre-glued tray over a basic folding tray?

Pre-glued walls reduce the time it takes a person to assemble the tray. It is often chosen for busy retail counters or fast-paced fulfillment lines where saving a few seconds per package matters.

Will this tray hold liquids?

No. While the webbed corners help keep dry goods, crumbs, and mild grease from leaking out the bottom edges, it is not a sealed liquid container.

Can I ship this tray through the mail?

Not on its own. This is an open-top presentation tray. For parcel shipping, it should be placed inside a fitted outer shipping box or mailer.

Can this be made from heavy corrugated board?

It is primarily designed for folding carton paperboard. Heavy corrugated board makes the 180-degree corner folds too bulky, which can interfere with the side walls locking correctly.

Where can I place labels on this tray?

Labels are typically applied to the flat outer side walls or the bottom of the base. If you use a clear sleeve or wrap over the tray, the primary label is often placed on the outer wrap.

Can I print on the inside of the tray?

Yes, the inner walls and the interior floor of the tray are fully visible to the consumer. The artwork layout should account for the folded webbed corners that rest against the side walls.

How does the tray stay locked mechanically?

The unglued walls feature small locking tabs that insert into diagonal slots in the base panel. Once folded over the gussets and inserted, the friction holds the tray together.