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A printing technique employing a plate to transfer designs onto paper. Ideal for extensive print jobs.

Plate-free digital printing transfers designs electronically, cost-effective for short runs.

Screen printing is a method using a mesh screen and stencil to transfer ink onto a substrate.

Quick-drying printing technique utilizing ultraviolet lights for ink curing, yielding a glossy finish.

Consisting of water-based pigments, Ensures top-notch color output with a 100% eco-friendly profile.

Fluorescent inks are vibrant, UV-reactive pigments that emit vivid colors under ultraviolet light.

Generate pure colors using specific ink formulas to consistently & precisely reproduce color in printing.

Produce metallic colors through precise ink formulations to replicate color in printing.

Premium bleached white paperboard, specially coated on one side to enhance printing & finishing.

Bleached white paperboard, coated on both sides to achieve superior printing quality and finishes.

Top-notch textured paper, perfect for adding a touch of style when wrapping up durable boxes.

A unique paper material showcasing a shiny or matte metallic laminated surface.

Bleached kraft paper crafted from a blend of new and recycled pulp, coated on both sides for optimal printing.

Kraft paper produced from a combination of new and recycled paper pulp, with coating on both sides for printing purposes.

Kraft paper dyed black, manufactured from a blend of new and recycled pulp, and coated on both sides for printing applications.

Crafted from recycled grey chipboard cardboard, also known as uncoated recycled paperboard, ideal for luxury rigid boxes.

Unique paper material showcasing a holographic laminated surface in either glossy or matte finish.

Grey chipboard, one-sided white cardboard with a smooth, printable surface, ideal for luxury rigid boxes.

Gloss lamination enhances visual appeal by applying a shiny finish, and protecting printed materials.

Matte lamination offers a non-reflective finish, providing elegant appearance to printed materials.

Made with a smooth lamination that feels like touching a peach, can choose between a satin or matte.

A UV coating is applied to a specific area and then cured using ultraviolet light to make it sturdy.

A transparent coating is applied using the CMYK printing technique, and it comes in gloss, satin, or matte.

A fast-drying coating that undergoes curing through ultraviolet light is offered in both gloss and matte.

In a printing method, dies are pressed onto the back of the material to create a raised motif.

A printing technique that involves pressing dies onto the front of the material to create a raised motif.

In foil relief printing, foil is transferred at high temperatures, often employing multiple colors.

Craft a die-cut shape with a plastic film layer, revealing a window to showcase the product inside.
Get a free quote for any custom box right now, no matter how challenging.
We recommend the ideal material and add-ons like lamination, foiling, embossing UV, etc.
Get Free Design Support with your box 3d Renders or Send Your Design File for Printing.
Upon design approval, we’ll print and conduct quality checks before shipping the boxes to you.
Technical Specifications
| Dimensions | Available in Custom Sizes |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone Color, Full Color & No Printing |
| Paper Stock | Eco-Friendly Kraft, Corrugated Cardboard & Premium Rigid Stock |
| Coating | Semi-Gloss AQ, Gloss UV, Matte UV & Spot UV |
| Default Process | Die Cutting, Gluing, Scoring, Perforating |
| Custom Options | Window Cut Out, Gold/Silver Foiling, Embossing, Raised Ink |
| Proof | Digital Proof, 3D Mock-Up |
| Shipping | Shipped FLAT (Free Shipping Across USA & Canada) |
| Help | For further inquiries and Quotes, contact us or email at sales@cratpackaging.com |
Flow meter and controller boxes are custom-engineered protective packaging built to ship precision flow measurement and control instruments without shock, vibration, or moisture damage. Crat Packaging designs these boxes with die-cut foam or corrugated inserts sized to your exact instrument, protecting sensitive sensors and electronics from the manufacturing floor to the customer’s job site.
Specifications
| Box Style | Corrugated shipper with custom die-cut foam or partition insert |
|---|---|
| Material | Double or triple-wall corrugated, foam or fitted paperboard insert |
| Assembly | Pre-fit insert, tape-seal or RSC style closure |
| Best For | Flow meters, flow controllers, sensors, industrial instrumentation |
| Print Options | Handling icons, branding, and instructional labeling |
| Order Volume/MOQ | Low minimums for OEMs, volume pricing for distributors |
| Shipping | Stackable cartons rated for freight and parcel carriers |
Why Instrument Packaging Needs Custom Engineering
Flow meters and controllers contain precision internals, sensors, and calibration components that standard boxes and loose fill can’t reliably protect. A custom-fit box holds the instrument rigid inside the carton, preventing the shifting and impact that causes returns and field failures.
Common Uses
Manufacturers use these boxes to ship finished units to distributors and end customers, while distributors use them for warehousing and outbound fulfillment. The same box design often doubles as a return-shipping container for warranty and calibration service.
Who Orders This Style
Instrumentation manufacturers, industrial distributors, and calibration service providers are the primary buyers, all needing consistent protective packaging that reduces transit damage claims.
Eco-Friendly Industrial Packaging
Recyclable corrugated and molded pulp insert options reduce reliance on foam while still protecting sensitive instruments. That trend matters in industrial procurement too: a 2025 McKinsey survey found over 60% of U.S. consumers pick green packaging when they have the choice, a preference increasingly reflected in B2B purchasing as well.
Format and Print Options
Choose double or triple-wall corrugated board rated to your shipping weight, with a foam, corrugated, or molded pulp insert cut to your instrument’s exact profile. Add handling icons, branding, or install instructions directly on the carton.
Why Order From Crat Packaging
- Custom die-cut inserts engineered to your instrument’s shape
- Corrugated grades rated for freight and parcel shipping
- Low minimums for OEM and small-batch production
- Reduces transit damage and warranty return rates
- Free design consultation and sample testing
- Recyclable insert options available
How to Order
- Send your instrument’s dimensions, weight, and fragile points
- Our team proposes a carton and insert design
- Approve a sample and run a drop test if needed
- Confirm quantity and we produce and ship
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you design packaging around an existing instrument?
Yes, send us the instrument or its dimensions and we’ll engineer a custom-fit insert and carton.
What protection level do these boxes offer?
Boxes are built with corrugated grades and inserts sized to your instrument’s weight and fragility, reducing shock and vibration damage in transit.
Can this box also be used for returns?
Yes, many customers use the same design for outbound shipping and warranty or calibration returns.
Do you support small OEM production runs?
Yes, we offer low minimums suited to OEM and small-batch orders.
Can you add branding or handling instructions?
Yes, printed handling icons, branding, and instructions can be added directly to the carton.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Minimums are low for OEM orders, with better pricing at higher distributor volumes.
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