After selecting the style, material grade and material colour we can add up to 4 colour print to ensure you have the solution you need.
The European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers (FEFCO) is a non-profit organisation representing the interests of the industry across Europe and addressing a wide range of issues, from technical topics to economic questions.
FEFCO created a recognised library of box styles that help assist packaging companies and their customers. When starting a new project always consider whether a pre-existing box style can be used or whether you need a bespoke approach from the start. The Box Factory’s team of box design experts can help when considering the best options for your product.
Industry standard box, the most common type of regular case used and often referred to as a carton. Flaps on the top and bottom which meet in the middle and require taping. This type of packaging is available as a standard design or can be customised as a starting point for an SRP (shelf-ready packaging).
The five-panel wrap is a flat pack, suitable for packing products that are very narrow and require one or more very narrow panels.
This style of box is self-locking and when assembled forms a strong die cut box.
The codes correlate to different styles of boxes and packaging.
Get to know them and discover which one is right for your application to narrow down your search.
These standard styles are a great place to start but if you want something more bespoke then click here to complete our enquiry form, fill in a few details and we will be in touch to discuss further.
We can create bespoke packaging solutions or we can tweak FEFCO designs to suit the boxes and packaging you require.
Or please give us a call, 01926 430510, we would be happy to hear from you.
Best known as a full overlap box, The FEFCO 0203 is another variation of a ‘Slotted’ FEFCO style manufactured by The Box Factory.
Designed for security and strength, overlapping base and lid tabs provide reinforcement for storing and transporting heavier goods. Comprising the box body, a small tab to connect the body together and eight tabs that fold in to create the base of the box and ‘lid’. In production, a manufacturer's join is added along the height of the box, connecting both sides and making the box shape. This is either stitched (stapled) or glued, depending on what best suits your weight and durability requirements.
Similar to the rest of the ‘02’ category, the FEFCO 0203 requires no specialised tooling in manufacture. The net can be cut from a single sheet of cardboard in one pass using our highly efficient Casemaker machines, which combine high speeds and high quality to ensure not only a cost-effective packaging solution but also a quick lead time, even on custom specifications.
The 0203 FEFCO is shipped in flat-pack, to be manually assembled and sealed by the end user. This keeps shipping costs low and saves space in storage.
FEFCO codes consist of three digits, each representing a specific aspect of the box design:
By using FEFCO codes, manufacturers, suppliers, and customers can easily communicate and understand box specifications without relying on complex descriptions or drawings.
For cases with overlapping outer flaps:
For cases with overlapping outer flaps:
The length of the area of overlapping (o) should be given as a fourth measurement after an oblique stroke.
For cases with overlapping outer flaps:
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usually manual erection
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usually automated erection
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can be either manual or automated
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requires a combination of both
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cutting forme required
Choosing a standard FEFCO box design saves time, money and resources as it eliminates the need to create a new net or design drawing from scratch. Adaptable to almost any size and can be tailored to your exact requirements, considering length, width, height and weight to ensure the perfect fit and protection for your product.
Most FEFCO designs, including FEFCO 020300, can be manufactured from a variety of fluting profiles (E, B, C, EB, BC and more) in either single or double-walled corrugated cardboard, ranging from 1mm to 6mm thick. Our expert team can recommend the best fluting customisation and corrugation thickness to meet your unique requirements for protection, packaging strength, puncture resistance and durability.
Increase product appeal and value alongside improving your brand recognition with help from our in-house design department. We are equipped with specialised flexographic printing equipment that enables full-coverage print, a colour kitchen that allows us to blend our own ink, making completely customisable colours possible, and spectrophotometers for precise colour matching.
Customisable - Not only can the FEFCO 0203 be adapted to almost any size specification, but we also offer a series of additional inserts for full packaging customisation and product security.
Strength and Durability - We offer a range of thicknesses and fluting profiles to ensure the required protective strength for your products. This design's double-layered bottom and lid guarantee additional strength to alternate boxing solutions, making the 0203 ideal for delivering and storing heavier or more fragile goods.
Full Flexo Print - Add personality to your FEFCO 0203, become recognisable, and raise brand awareness with full print available and complete colour customisation.
Sustainability - Not only are all The Box Factory’s boxes fully recyclable, but our FSC certification means that we can ensure materials are from recycled or sustainably managed, FSC-certified sources.
Versatile - FEFCO 0203 are suitable for use by a wide range of industries and are fit for a variety of applications, from packaging for perishables in a retail environment to machinery parts; they are ideal for any product, small or large.
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FEFCO codes are an essential tool for anyone involved in the packaging industry. By understanding and using FEFCO codes, you can improve communication, reduce costs, and ensure that you are getting the right boxes for your products.
FEFCO codes are a standardised system used to classify and identify different types of corrugated boxes and act as a universal language for understanding and communicating box designs.
Not sure which style to use?
This selection of ‘Standard Style Designs’ is a great place to start.
For something more bespoke, contact us today.
