A flap box comes with a Swedish bottom that is easy to assemble and does not require tape to stay closed. The flap on top also makes it quick and simple to seal.
A Swedish bottom box is not an auto-lock box, but a press-lock box. You assemble it manually. Some boxes come with numbers on the flaps, showing the correct folding order. If not, follow these steps:
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The flap box, also known as FEFCO 0215, is a box designed for quick assembly. Its name comes from the top flap used to close the box. It also features a Swedish bottom, consisting of four interlocking flaps. When setting up the box, the flaps slide into each other to form a solid base. This design means no tape is needed on the bottom.
A flap box (FEFCO 0215) closes at the bottom with a Swedish bottom, where four flaps interlock to form a sturdy base. An auto-lock box (FEFCO 0711) has a pre-glued bottom that pops into place automatically. Both are quick to assemble, but the auto-lock is even faster, making it ideal for high-volume use.
Yes, provided you choose double-wall cardboard. Single-wall is suitable for light to medium-weight products, while double-wall offers extra strength for heavier or fragile goods.
The bottom does not require tape to stay secure. However, for the top side, tape or a sealing strip is often used to close the box properly for shipping.
Yes, flap boxes can be printed: from a simple logo to a full design, depending on the board type and the desired look.
Flap boxes can be ordered from 250 pieces. For orders over 5,000, request a custom quote.
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