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EVF41175

Gusseted Tray with Attached Lid

Available in a wide range of custom configurations & material selection.
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Top highlights

Continuous webbed corners prevent bottom leaks
Sets up manually without adhesive or fasteners
Hinged lid features a reinforced front lock and optional ventilation

About this product

A single-piece folding carton that sets up entirely by hand without adhesive. The corners fold inward rather than being cut, creating a continuous, leak-resistant base that keeps crumbs, powders, and thick sauces contained.

The attached hinged lid secures with a front tongue lock, making it a practical choice for bakery, catering, and retail environments where quick assembly and clean presentation matter.

Common uses

Bakery and catering transport
Retail product display
Deli and takeout packaging
In-plant kitting

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Retail and Food Service Applications

Bakery and catering transport

The unbroken bottom tray prevents grease or crumbs from escaping, while the lid protects the contents during local transport.

Retail product display

The large attached lid provides an uninterrupted print surface for branding, and the front tongue lock allows customers to open and reclose the carton easily.

Deli and takeout packaging

The continuous base keeps sauces and dressings from seeping through the bottom corners during transit from the kitchen to the customer.

Kitting for small parts

The glue-free setup allows workers to quickly assemble trays on demand without machinery, keeping small components contained.

Bakery, Catering, and In-Plant Kitting

Food service operators

Teams packing hot or fresh food benefit from the optional lid cutouts, which allow steam to escape and prevent condensation.

Manual assembly teams

Because the carton requires no glue, it ships flat and can be erected quickly at the packing station by folding the gussets inward.

Independent bakeries and cafes

Requires flat storage and quick assembly without taking up valuable back-of-house space.

When to Consider Corrugated or Double-Wall Trays

Heavy or fragile goods

If the product requires high stacking strength or drop protection, a corrugated equivalent provides better rigidity than standard folding carton board.

Parcel shipping networks

The friction-fit lid and front tongue lock are designed for hand delivery or retail shelves. For rough courier networks, plan for an outer shipping box or evaluate a standard mailer.

Board, Coating, and Ventilation Choices

Board and barrier coatings

Standard paperboard works for dry goods, but wet or greasy foods require poly-coated board to prevent moisture from weakening the base.

Ventilation needs

The template includes four standard lid cutouts. Decide if your product needs airflow or if a solid lid is better for protection and printing.

Print surface priorities

The attached lid offers a large, unbroken billboard for branding, while the base is mostly hidden by the lid's side and front flaps when closed.

Material efficiency and blank size

The attached lid and uncut corners create a large, cross-shaped flat blank. For very high-volume runs, comparing this to a two-piece tray and lid may reveal material savings.

Template Adjustments for Fit and Display

Lid cutout removal

The ventilation holes can be removed entirely to create a solid top panel, increasing the lid's rigidity and expanding the graphic area.

Gusset width

The diagonal corner folds can be adjusted to accommodate different tray depths, though they must be sized carefully to avoid crowding the interior space.

Tongue lock sizing

The front locking tab can be adjusted for a tighter or looser friction fit depending on how often the customer needs to open and close the lid.

Packing details

Front lock reinforcement

The front edge of the lid folds back on itself to create a double-thick lip, preventing the tongue lock from tearing after repeated use.

Flat delivery and storage footprint

The carton is delivered completely flat. Because there are no pre-glued seams, it takes up very little space in a stockroom or kitchen before use, though the cross-shaped blank does require a wider footprint than a standard glued carton.

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Flat delivery and storage

The cartons are delivered completely flat. Because there are no pre-glued seams, they take up very little space in a stockroom or kitchen before use.

FAQs

Does this tray require glue to stay together?

No. The diagonal corner gussets fold inward and are held in place by the closed lid and tucked side flaps, allowing for completely adhesive-free manual assembly.

Will this carton hold liquids?

The uncut corners prevent powders and thick sauces from leaking out the bottom edges, but it is not fully liquid-tight. Wet foods will also require a specific moisture-resistant board coating.

Can I ship this carton through the mail?

This style is intended for retail shelves, bakery counters, or local delivery. The tongue lock is not designed for rough transit, so parcel shipping often relies on an outer corrugated box.

Where is the best place for branding and labels?

The attached top lid offers the largest uninterrupted surface for graphics. The base is mostly hidden by the lid's side and front flaps when closed.

Do I have to keep the four holes on the lid?

No. The holes are optional and often used for hot food ventilation. They can be removed to create a solid lid for better protection or a larger print area.

Can this be packed on an automated line?

The inward-folding webbed corners are designed for hand assembly. If your operation relies on high-speed automated erecting equipment, a standard glued tray or machine-erected carton is usually a better choice.

How does the front lock hold up to repeated opening?

The front edge of the lid folds back on itself to create a double-thick reinforced lip. This prevents the tongue lock from tearing when customers open and close the carton multiple times.

Does the large blank size affect material costs?

The attached lid and uncut webbed corners create a wide, cross-shaped flat blank. This can lead to more material waste between nested blanks compared to a two-piece tray and lid.