Corrugated Trays

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Corrugated Trays for Kitting, Staging and Shallow Products

Open-top corrugated trays organize shallow parts, packaged products and kits while keeping contents visible and easy to reach. Stock formats use low side walls with kraft or white finishes. Choose the footprint from the complete group of items and confirm that the wall height provides enough containment for movement and storage.

Choose Footprint and Wall Height From the Contents

Lay out the intended parts or products in their working orientation and measure the full footprint, including bags, dividers or pads. Avoid overhang that can snag during movement or stacking. Low walls improve access and visibility but may not control tall, round or unstable items without partitions or secondary packaging.

When products need greater side-wall containment for picking or transport, compare corrugated totes. Select the tray because its open-top geometry improves the task, not as a substitute for a closed shipping carton when full enclosure is required.

Use Finish and Handling Method Deliberately

Kraft supports general warehouse and production use. White can provide cleaner presentation and stronger contrast for labels, product identification or displays. Color does not indicate strength, cleanliness certification, food-contact suitability or moisture resistance; confirm those needs at the product level.

Define whether trays will be hand-carried, placed on carts, racked or stacked with compatible contents. Inspect corners and side walls before reuse and replace trays that are crushed, wet or contaminated. For shipment, validate the complete pack and add an outer carton, film or other restraint when the product can leave the tray.

Corrugated Trays FAQs

What products work well in corrugated trays?

Shallow parts, kits and packaged goods that benefit from open visibility and access are good candidates.

How do I select the footprint?

Measure the full arranged group with dividers or protection and prevent product overhang.

Should I choose kraft or white?

Choose kraft for general operations or white when presentation and label contrast matter; verify other requirements separately.

Can a tray replace a shipping box?

Only when the validated shipping system provides adequate containment and protection; open trays do not fully enclose products.

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