5 key points to pay attention to before packaging box printing

Packaging boxes can be seen everywhere in our lives. Boxes sent by logistics online auctions, hardcover gift boxes, etc., no matter what the product is, these boxes are suitable for outer packaging. Before finding a printing factory, it is recommended to understand the printing process, so that you can communicate with the printing factory more smoothly. In this article, we will also share the key points of printing. Looking for printing house? don't miss this!
 

What is packaging box? Why brand packaging is the favorite?

Packaging box refers to a carton made of cardboard, corrugated cardboard or cardboard. There are many types of boxes. For example, gift boxes, airplane boxes, cake boxes, etc. are all types of packaging boxes; Lots of brands choose these box to package their products. The reason is that they could perfectly set off the brand's concept and style after professional printing and design.  The advantage is that it can achieve a good publicity effect. On the other hand, it allows consumers to understand the brand or the product has a three-dimensional and clear impression.
 

Packaging boxes printing production process

There are roughly 5 steps for printing boxes: Communicate with the printing house to confirm the use requirements of the box type, carton thickness, etc. ➔ Typeset the text, pattern, and color on the box, and then perform printing and plate making. ➔ In the final confirmation version, perform printing and proofing, and check whether the color of the proofing box is out of color and whether the size is correct. ➔The printing plant starts mass printing production. ➔The packaging box printing plant completes packaging and shipping of the finished product.
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5 key points to pay attention to before packaging box printing

1. Confirm the bearing capacity

When confirming your requirements with the manufacturer, it is recommended to let them know what the content is, how many quantities are there, and the approximate weight, so that the manufacturer can consider the area and material of the bottom of the packaging box according to the weight of the product. When proofing, also remember to put the product in the box, and try to see if the bottom can really bear the weight of the product. For example: boxes for ceramic art, foreign wine, etc., bears a heavier weight, so please pay special attention to the bottom.
 

2. Color range error

"color runs-off" is a problem often encountered when printing packaging boxes. There are many reasons for color difference. The most common one is that the designer sets the color incorrectly in the file of the printing plant, or the quality of the ink and paper of the printing plant is not good. It is caused by stability, so how do we avoid color difference during the printing process? In addition to the designer's choice of CMYK mode operating software when designing, he must also make special confirmations when providing proofing in the printing plant to establish a consensus between the two parties on the color of the finished product.
 

3. Calculate the number of required packaging boxes

Before ordering, confirm the quantity of boxes you need. Do you need a large quantity or a small quantity? We often hear box manufacturers say that they can "print in small quantities", but in fact, each manufacturer has different definitions of small quantities, and regulations often vary depending on the size of the paper, the flat size of the packaging box, and the basic cost of the machine. It is recommended that you directly ask the manufacturer before printing.
 

4. Find an experienced printing factory

An experienced printing factory would be familiar with the packaging box printing process. Whether it is the selection and production of the box shape at the beginning, the box design proofing, and the most important delivery date, they have encountered problems of all sizes, so you are very clear about what is easy to make mistakes in the printing process; we recommend that you find an experienced and professional manufacturer, which can not only help you notice large and small problems, but also communicate and make the printing process more smoothly. Huayuhang was established in 1971 and has a good reputation in the Packaging box printing industry. It is an expert in box printing and can provide solutions to all your professional opinions about printing.
 

5. Environmental sustainability

With the rise of global environmental awareness, consumers are paying more and more attention to whether products and packaging boxes are environmentally friendly. Many companies have begun to require printing plants to pass environmental protection certification for ink and paper. It is recommended that you find a printing house that pays attention to environmental protection. The manufacturers, while doing their best to protect the earth, can also increase the added value of their products. Huayuhang attaches great importance to green actions that comply with environmental protection. The ink and paper we use meet environmental certification. We also collect all waste paper and auxiliary materials for recycling in the process of manufacturing products, so as to achieve environmental sustainability and quality first.
 

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In conclusion

Packaging boxes are the most widely used product in packaging method. In this era of quality, if stores can devote more effort to designing boxes, it will deepen consumers’ impression of the store, and it will be more important to accumulate return customers and expand new products. Today, we've introduced you the five key points to pay attention before printing. I believe you will have a full harvest after reading it. If you have any demand for printing or designing boxes, please contact us. We will be happy to help.