Litho Lamination

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Litho Lamination

Litho Lamination Litho Lamination describes the combination of corrugated board and printed sheets to create a highly protective yet attractive packaging solution. Litho lamination combines the strength of corrugation with the appeal of high quality lithographically printed sheets or pre-printed rolls. The strength and rigidity of the corrugated board is determined by the 'fluting' which separates the liners. Different flute profiles have different performance characteristics. A litho printed sheet with finishes such as lamination, embossing, foil blocking and spot varnish is bonded to the corrugated board. This combination results in excellent product protection and combined with your unique graphics results in a high quality finish every time.

Characteristics

Cost effective in any volume

Excellent for retail displays

Suitable for heavy or light weight products

Uses

Product Packaging

Product Launch

Promotional boxes

Presentation boxes

Gift boxes

Common examples: pizza boxes, slipcase and tray, 2 piece (box and lid) or hinged lid. Often used in conjunction with inserts to increase durability and protection, for example:

Foam inlays, either routed or built up

Flock coated tray inlays

Die cut card inlay trays

Chocolate box paper inner

Flute Characteristics

F Flute - A very fine flute providing excellent crush resistance, rigidity and an excellent print surface.

E Flute - A fine flute used for smaller cartons offering excellent crush resistance.

B Flute - By far the most widely specified flute profile. It offers good compression strength whilst having excellent crush resistance.

C Flute - A larger flute than 'B' offering greater compression strength but less crush resistance.