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EVF41199

Presentation Tray with Overlapping Lock Lid

  • Available in a wide range of custom configurations & material selection.
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  • Affordable delivery across North America.
  • Design support, warehousing, testing, assembly available.
  • Widest machinery capability in America via 30+ specialist partner plants.
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Product details

Top highlights

  • Un-glued, single-piece construction ships entirely flat
  • Double-wall sides provide excellent retail shelf presence
  • Overlapping lid secures with a visible tongue-and-slot lock

About this product

This single-piece folding carton combines a sturdy, double-wall tray base with a distinct overlapping top closure. Delivered flat and assembled entirely without glue, it uses a visible tongue-and-slot lock to secure the lid, creating a clean, premium presentation for retail shelves, bakery counters, or gift kitting.

Because it requires manual folding, including 180-degree roll-over sides, it trades packing speed for a high-end unboxing experience and zero gluing setup, making it an excellent choice for short runs or dedicated in-plant packing lines.

Common uses

  • Boutique retail packaging
  • Bakery and pastry boxes
  • Short-run promotional gift kits
  • In-plant manual fulfillment

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Retail and Kitting Applications

Retail and Gift Presentation

The double-thick side walls and overlapping closure create a premium, finished look without exposed raw edges. This makes it effective for boutique retail, cosmetics, or gift sets where the unboxing experience matters.

Bakery and Food Service

Often used for pastries or boxed lunches where a wide top-loading opening and easy re-closure are necessary. When used for food, the board must be specified with the appropriate direct-contact certifications.

Short-Run Promotional Kitting

Because it requires no folder-gluer setup, this tray is economical for short digital runs, influencer kits, or promotional mailers that will be assembled by hand.

Apparel and Accessories

The wide, flat tray format is well suited for folded garments, scarves, or accessories that benefit from a clean top-down presentation upon opening.

Fulfillment and Channel Fit

Boutique Retailers

Brands looking for a distinctive presentation benefit from the overlapping lid, which provides a continuous, uninterrupted print surface across the top of the package.

In-Plant Fulfillment Teams

Operations that pack on demand can store these blanks in high density and erect them quickly at the packing station without needing specialized gluing machinery.

Independent Bakeries and Cafes

Operations that need a premium presentation for takeout orders but lack the space for large runs of pre-glued boxes can use this flat-shipping format.

When to Consider Glued or Shipping Alternatives

High-Volume Automated Packing

If your packing line requires automated case erectors or you are packing thousands of units a day, a pre-glued crash-bottom or 4-corner glued tray will reduce manual assembly time.

Direct-to-Consumer Parcel Shipping

The tongue-and-slot lock is designed for presentation, not rough courier transit. For parcel shipping, consider a corrugated roll-end tuck-front mailer, or plan to place this carton inside a dedicated outer shipping box.

Board, Finish, and Assembly Choices

Board Caliper and Cracking Risk

The side walls fold 180 degrees to lock the tray base. Thicker boards or micro-flutes increase the risk of score cracking on these tight folds and must be carefully validated before a full production run.

Lock Friction and Coating

The security of the tongue-and-slot closure depends on the friction of your chosen board and finish. Heavy laminations or slick UV coatings may require adjustments to the lock dimensions to prevent the lid from popping open.

Offset Scoring for Lid Clearance

The overlapping lid requires precise offset scoring to fold cleanly over the front flange without bulging. This offset must be calibrated to your exact board thickness during the design phase.

Grain Direction Planning

The paperboard grain should run parallel to the side roll-over creases to minimize the risk of cracking during the 180-degree folds.

Lock and Flange Adjustments

Tongue and Slot Sizing

The locking tab and receiving slot can be adjusted for a tighter or looser fit, depending on how frequently the consumer will open and close the box and the friction of the printed surface.

Lid Overlap Depth

The front flange and back lid proportions can be modified to change where the lock sits on the top of the package, allowing you to align the closure with specific branding or graphics.

Flange Depth Adjustments

The front flange can be extended or shortened to change how much of the interior is covered before the main lid is closed, affecting the unboxing reveal.

Packing details

Print panel and unboxing reveal

The overlapping top provides a continuous presentation surface. Additionally, the roll-over side walls mean the printed side of the board is visible on the interior sides of the tray, enhancing the unboxing reveal.

Flat delivery and storage

The lack of glue seams means the blanks nest tightly and ship completely flat, maximizing pallet density and reducing storage footprint before use.

Related Packaging to Compare

EVF31340: Standard Tuck-Top Tray

Consider this alternative if you want a similar un-glued base but prefer a traditional single-panel tuck lid instead of the overlapping lock.

FAQs

Does this tray require gluing equipment?

The entire package is formed by folding, using roll-over side walls to lock the base and a tongue-and-slot mechanism to secure the lid. It does not require gluing.

Can this be erected by automated machinery?

This design requires multi-step manual folding, including 180-degree side wraps and an overlapping top sequence, making it suited for hand assembly rather than automated erectors.

Is this secure enough to ship in the mail?

The mechanical tongue lock is excellent for retail or hand delivery, but it can pop open during rough parcel sorting. It should be placed inside an outer shipping carton for courier delivery.

Can I use a heavy corrugated board for this style?

This specific template is designed for folding carton paperboard. Using thicker corrugated flutes usually causes binding on the 180-degree side folds and requires a different template.

Will a glossy coating affect how the box stays closed?

Slick coatings or laminations reduce friction, which can make the tongue-and-slot lock slip. Testing a physical sample with your exact finish helps ensure the lock holds securely.

Can this tray hold custom inserts?

The flat, un-glued base easily accommodates die-cut paperboard or foam inserts to hold cosmetics, baked goods, or gift items securely in place.

What should we check on the first physical sample?

Pay close attention to the side roll-over folds to ensure the board does not crack, and verify that the tongue inserts smoothly into the slot without tearing or popping loose.

How is the package delivered?

The trays are delivered completely flat and un-glued, which maximizes pallet density and reduces the storage space required before packing.