How Is Corrugated Board Turned into Finished Packaging?
3. Creasing and Converting – The Box Takes Shape
The printed corrugated board then passes through the converting operations. At this stage, the fold lines, cut-outs, flaps, openings, and final packaging profile are created.
In the industry, the fold lines are known as creases. They ensure that the box can later be folded accurately without damage. Modern tooling operates with a high degree of precision, keeping the dimensions and design of every package consistently uniform.
4. Waste Removal and Separation
After converting, the sections of board that do not form part of the finished product are removed. This step ensures that the finished item is clean, contains no waste pieces, and can be folded smoothly in subsequent operations.
Complete removal of internal waste is particularly important for packaging with more complex designs, where even the smallest remnant can affect subsequent processing.
5. Folding and Gluing – Completing the Box
The converted blanks are then folded. The creases created earlier guide the board into the box’s final shape.
Specialized gluing systems then apply the required amount of adhesive. Throughout the process, production equipment and inspection points ensure bond quality, accurate joints, and dimensional consistency in the finished product.
6. Quality Control and Preparation for Dispatch
Finished packaging undergoes quality control for every production batch. Checks include dimensional accuracy, print quality, folding quality, bond strength, and the product’s overall appearance.
In modern packaging production, quality is not checked only at the end of the manufacturing process. At Dunapack Packaging, inspection points play a key role throughout the entire process, helping to ensure consistent product quality and reliable delivery performance.
After inspection, the products are bundled, palletized, and stretch-wrapped so they can be transported safely to customers.
