Fanfold cardboard: the box that fits every size

Long profiles, narrow tubes, variable heights. When a standard box does not fit, fanfold cardboard is the solution.

Do you recognize the problem of a box that just doesn't fit?

You have a very wide variety of products with very different dimensions, meaning you always need a different box. Or perhaps you are currently packing with too much filler material, oversized boxes, or a creative combination of tape and cardboard scraps.

The result: wasted material, longer packing times, and shipments that do not look professional upon arrival.

Good news! There is a construction for this exact problem: FEFCO 0130 or “fanfold cardboard,” a cardboard construction without a fixed length that offers you 100% flexibility.

What is fanfold cardboard?

Fanfold cardboard (officially FEFCO 0130) is a cardboard sleeve without a closed bottom or lid. The cardboard is produced as a continuous strip or wrap and cut to the desired length on the packaging line. This way, you always adapt the packaging to the product, not the other way around. This type of packaging is also referred to as a “sleeve wrap,” “wrap-around box,” or “sleeve box,” depending on the sector and use.

The construction slides over your product like a sleeve. The “endless” nature refers to the fact that the height is freely adjustable: you adapt the box to the height you need at that moment.

No separate bottom or lid. No redundant space. No waste. And 100% flexibility. Exactly what the product needs, and nothing more or less.

For which products is fanfold cardboard the right choice?

Do you have a wide range of products in various sizes, requiring a different box every time during the packing process? Then fanfold cardboard is an ideal solution that provides you with 100% flexibility.

Long and narrow products

Metal or plastic profiles, wooden slats, rods, tubes, and rails. Too long for a regular box, too specific for a standard tube.

Rolls and spooled material

Cables, foil, paper, and textiles on rolls. The sleeve protects the outer edge and prevents damage during transport.

Industrial components with variable lengths

Products delivered in different lengths per order. With fanfold cardboard, you work with one base size that you adapt to the length of the day.

Technical and precision parts

Products where scratches, dirt, or pressure during transport are unacceptable. The sleeve keeps the product in place without tape or filler material coming into direct contact with the product.

Material and execution

Single-wall corrugated cardboard

Lightweight and cost-efficient. Suitable for products up to approximately 15 kg and shorter transport distances.

Double-wall corrugated cardboard

Two corrugated layers for extra load-bearing capacity and stacking strength. The right choice for heavier or fragile products, or for transport over longer distances.

Custom-produced

Fanfold cardboard requires a die-cut shape made specifically for your dimensions. This is a one-time investment. After that, you can reorder without additional costs for the mold.

Printing possible

Flexographic printing for logos and basic information. For industrial use, a simple brand or item designation usually suffices.

Not sure if fanfold cardboard is the right construction for your product?

Let us advise you. Book a free and non-binding consultation call with one of our packaging experts.

Order fanfold cardboard?

Provide us with the height, width, and desired length range of your product. We will calculate the correct width of the cardboard strip and provide a custom quote.

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Frequently asked questions about fanfold cardboard

Not necessarily. The die-cut shape is a one-time cost. After that, unit prices are comparable to other custom boxes — and you save on filler material and oversized packaging that you would otherwise use.
That is exactly what fanfold cardboard is made for. With one base size, you cover multiple lengths. We calculate the optimal size so that you use one sleeve for as many variants as possible.
For new die-cut shapes, we estimate 4 to 5 weeks after approval of the die-cut design, including a test sample for approval. Reorders are faster. Urgent delivery is possible at an additional cost.
Yes. You always receive a test sample for approval. We only start production once you agree.

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