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Lead times vary by product and time of year. Reorders are typically faster.

General First-Time Order Lead Times:

• Poly Bags: 3–4 months (produced overseas)
• Custom Tape: ~4 weeks after design approval
• Unprinted Boxes: 4–6 weeks after sample approval
• Printed Boxes: 6–8 weeks (see detailed timeline below)

Printed Box Timeline:

1. Sample Stage: ~7 days (longer for custom hand-cuts)
2. Artwork Approval: ~7–14 days; digital proof + swatches (if applicable)
3. Tooling/Plate Making: ~7 days
4. Production: 4–6 weeks
5. Delivery: 🚚😊

For custom-size boxes without printing, steps 2 & 3 can be skipped

What Customizations Do You Offer?

• Custom sizes, strengths, hand-holes, inside/outside printing.
• High-quantity orders help minimize cost.
• Printing available on any panel (inside or outside).

What Are Your Minimums?

• Shipping Boxes: 1,000–3,000 units/size
• Corrugated Mailers: 3,000–5,000 units/size
• Custom Tape: 5-case minimum
• Poly Mailers: 5,000–10,000 depending on size
• Bubble Mailers: ~25,000

Small Runs? Post-production digital printing is available on select stock boxes. More premium but allows for lower quantities.

What’s the Difference Between a Corrugated Mailer and a Corrugated Box?

• Corrugated Mailer: One-piece, self-locking box (no tape needed). Styles: literature tuck, outside tuck, bakery box, one-piece fold. Minimum: 5,000.
• Corrugated Box (Regular Slotted Container): Standard box with folding flaps; requires tape to seal. Most cost-effective, no tooling/setup fees.

Printed Tape: A Branding Boost

Perfect if you use multiple box sizes or can’t store printed boxes.

• Minimum: 5 cases
• Colors: Up to 3
• Production: ~4 weeks after approval

Tape Types:

• Acrylic (Plastic):
  • 2" x 110 yd (36 rolls/case)
  • 3" x 110 yd (24 rolls/case)
• Water-Activated Paper Tape:
  • Standard: 3" x 375 ft
  • Also: 3" x 450 ft or 3" x 1,000 ft
• Plates: $75/color (one-time fee)

How Do I Apply Paper Tape?

• Manual and dispenser options:
  • Small handheld here
  • Better Pack 333 Manual Dispenser here
  • DIY: sponge or paintbrush (check out our socials!)

Can I Use the Same Plate for Different Box Sizes?

No, plates are size-specific. Each size requires its own plate.

What is Tooling?

Tooling includes dies and plates for printing, cutting, or scoring the box. It’s a one-time setup cost.

• Adding handles, for example, may cost ~$150 per box size.
• Minor tooling modifications are sometimes possible, but redoing is often best.

Think of tooling like pizza toppings—easy to add, hard to undo!

CMYK vs PMS – What’s the Difference?

• CMYK: Standard 4-color print process (best for full-color images)
• PMS (Pantone): Precise color matching (ideal for logos, but higher cost)

I Don’t Have a Design Yet—Can You Help?

• We recommend finalizing your design before requesting a quote.
• Need inspiration? We can share photos of similar past projects.
• You'll always receive a PDF proof and swatches (if needed) before production begins.

What Are My Payment Options?

• A deposit is required for all custom orders.
• We accept: Credit Card, Check, ACH, PayPal.

What Happens After I Place My Order?

• You’ll receive a confirmation and a detailed order timeline.
• Our team will keep you updated every step of the way.

What Are Underages/Overages?

• Custom orders may arrive with a ±10–15% quantity variance.
• We’ll confirm the final count and:
  • Credit you for underages.
  • Invoice overages before delivery.

What’s the Difference Between Digital and Plate Printing?

• Digital Printing: No plates required. Great for smaller quantities or complex designs.
• Flexo (Plate) Printing: Cost-effective for large runs; requires print plates.
• Offset-Litho: Premium print quality, typically for very high-end needs.

Proof Is In The Proof

For every job, our pre-production team sends PDF proofs for size and art placement, along with any necessary color swatches, before final approval. This ensures everything is accurate and aligned with your expectations.