The paper industry produces a huge number of products used in various industries. Depending on the need for a certain quality of the product, thin paper sheets, cardboard, paper products from recycled materials, etc. can be used. The widespread use of kraft cardboard is due to its exceptional qualities, which make it possible to create universal material for packaging goods, protecting securities and creating original cards and gifts.
Benefits of Using Paper
Kraft cardboard and other paper products are made from wood. They have a number of advantages over other materials, which is the main reason for widespread use in all spheres of life.
- Profitability . The cost of a box of kraft cardboard is several times lower than a similar package made of wood, metal or plastic.
- It does not harm the environment . Paper has a relatively short decay period; harmful and toxic substances do not get into the environment when decomposed.
- Safety The material is non-toxic and does not cause allergic reactions.
- The ability to give any form .
- The possibility of processing and using secondary raw materials .
Modern and versatile material
Cardboard differs from paper in sheet thickness and density, this allows it to be more resistant to environmental conditions, withstand heavy loads and provide excellent protection when packing goods.
The main difference between kraft cardboard is the presence of a special layer, ideally adapted for high-quality printing on its surface. An image can also be applied to ordinary cardboard, but its quality often suffers noticeably.
Kraft paper (cardboard)
An important feature of this material is the outer layer - it is very smooth and has a special resistance to moisture and mechanical damage. Thanks to this layer, it is possible to apply a printing image to the sheet, which will retain its original quality regardless of the impact of various factors on it.
Otherwise, kraft paper and cardboard are no different from similar products, have the same properties and qualities, fully comply with the necessary technical standards.
Features of production and structure
All paper products are made from wood. Materials such as cardboard are made from recycled materials. For this, recycled paper products are crushed and converted into material for the production of a new product.
The first step in the production of any paper product is the chopping of wood or recycled materials. To do this, use special machines that carefully chop large parts into smaller ones.
After grinding, fixing materials are added to the raw materials and sent to the molds. The thickness and size of the molds depend on what material will be produced. For the manufacture of cardboard using thick sheets, the thoroughness of cleaning and grinding of secondary raw materials depends on the class of the future product.
Then the sheets are ground and sent to production.
Kraft cardboard consists of two parts: plain cardboard and a special glossy surface.
Area of use
Kraft cardboard is used as a universal material for the manufacture of packaging material, boxes, sheets, folders for paper, covers for notebooks, gift certificates and postcards, packaging for food, etc. As you can see, the range of products from it is extensive.
Kraft cardboard with circulation is used by food manufacturers. It allows you to create beautiful and dense packaging, which not only has practical benefits, but also attracts customers.
An excellent use case is the manufacture of tubes for carrying large sheets of paper.
Folders from kraft cardboard take up a minimum of space, weigh almost nothing and keep securities in their original state. With such protection, they are not even afraid of rain or spilled coffee.
Benefits of Coated Cardboard
- The ability to apply the image . As a coating, a glossy layer is applied to the cardboard on which the image is printed. A feature of this layer is the ability to apply the most complex print quality. On ordinary sheets of cardboard, you can also apply an image, but the nature of the surface does not allow the use of typographic printing, which is brighter and more attractive.
- Long-term safety of the image on the surface . The glossy layer is resistant to moisture. As a result, the picture applied to the sheet will not change color and will not deteriorate when interacting with a small amount of water.
- Density and resistance to mechanical stress . The thickness of the cardboard is a good protection against bumps and falls, and protects fragile goods. Tight packaging protects the goods packaged in it, not only from mechanical damage, but also from moisture, which can cause the loss of important qualities.
- The ability to give any form . Kraft cardboard is often used in sheets, but it is most often used for the production of boxes. The density of the material and resistance to deformation make it possible to give the material any shape.
- Profitability . The use of kraft cardboard is beneficial in that it simultaneously performs two functions at once: protection and advertising. Otherwise, the manufacturer would have to use several types of materials for packaging goods at once. In the case of using kraft technology, you can solve the problem by resorting only to the purchase of cardboard and giving it the necessary shape.
- Light weight . A cardboard product weighs an order of magnitude less than wood or metal, which stops the user from choosing just such a package.
How to pack
Production of high-quality and attractive packaging consists of several stages. The first determines the size and shape of the future packaging, while taking into account the features of access to the inside of the box.
The advantage of using kraft cardboard is that it can be used repeatedly, this is ensured by the density of the material and its resistance to abrasion.
Next, designers develop the details of the applied image. The size and shape of the picture should correspond to the box itself, important details of the pictures are placed in those places where they are best seen by the buyer.
The printed layer is glued onto the cardboard. If necessary, the corrugated part can be attached to the inside of the kraft cardboard to create cushioning, which is necessary to protect fragile products.
Diversity
Kraft cardboard is one of the most used materials for the production of packaging for food. All of them are completely different from each other, but are made of the same material.
The ability to create products of any shape is an excellent condition for the production of original gifts and cards. Such surprises will not only pleasantly surprise a loved one, but also keep the gift in the best condition.
Kraft postcards are very attractive and can be stored for a long time. In addition to the standard printing application, a person can write congratulations or wishes on a card on his own. In this case, the ink lays down evenly, does not spread and does not spoil the appearance of the main print.