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FEFCO Styles

Standard Cartons

Comprehensive guide to all FEFCO layouts

If you are looking for simple, low cost corrugated packaging / cardboard boxes to be tailored to your product, GWP Packaging can supply industry standard cartons and boxes to the internationally recognised FEFCO designs. This allows you take advantage of a wide range of tried and tested box designs.

The ‘International Fibreboard Case Code Catalogue’ was developed by FEFCO as an official system referring to fibreboard packaging by replacing long descriptions with symbols that are recognised internationally.

FEFCO Codes: a guide to all of the FEFCO standards

Please see below for full details of the FEFCO box standards currently available.

These have been split into the various categories as proposed by FEFCO, and are listed in numerical order. For a description of these different categories / styles, please see the section on “Description of basic type groups”.

You can also use the table of contents below / to the right in order to jump straight a specific style category.

Key Benefits

Why choose to use FEFCO box standards for your packaging?

Besides custom designed packaging products, you can choose industry standard cartons produced to the internationally recognised FEFCO layouts. An experienced in house design team at GWP Packaging can further tailor your cartons to any size and strength, ensuring that they suit any product or item.

Besides this, GWP Packaging can also enhance your packaging in a number of ways. This includes, amongst others, specialists coatings, printing and inserts.

In addition to this, making use of standard FEFCO packaging manufactured by GWP offers a wide range of benefits by default:

Key benefits of FEFCO packaging

  • Proven, successful designs
  • Can be tailored to any size required
  • Guaranteed performance
  • Wide range of options for various applications
  • Low tooling costs
  • Efficient use of material, minimising waste and costs
  • Fully customisable with specialist coatings, inserts and printing
  • Advice and guidance on the best solution for your business if required

FEFCO Guide

Download a free PDF covering all the FEFCO Codes in a handy, quick reference guide

For a quick and easy reference guide, please use the links below to download the full FEFCO Catalogue. Both a full and print friendly version are available.

Alternatively, please continue reading below for details / diagrams of all the FEFCO styles currently available.

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FEFCO 0100 Styles

Commercial rolls and sheets

The following diagrams showcase the typical commercial rolls and sheets available.

0100

FEFCO 0100

0110

FEFCO 0110

FEFCO 0200 Styles

Slotted-type boxes

Slotted-type boxes consist of basically one piece with a glued, stitched or taped manufacturers joint and top and bottom flaps. They are shipped flat, ready to use and require closing using the flaps provided.

0200

FEFCO 0200

0201

FEFCO 0201

0202

FEFCO 0202

0203

FEFCO 0203

0204

FEFCO 0204

0205

FEFCO 0205

0206

FEFCO 0206

0207

FEFCO 0207

0208

FEFCO 0208

0209

FEFCO 0209

0210

FEFCO 0210

0211

FEFCO 0211

0212

FEFCO 0212

0214

FEFCO 0214

0215

FEFCO 0215

0216

FEFCO 0216

0217

FEFCO 0217

0218

FEFCO 0218

0225

FEFCO 0225

0226

FEFCO 0226

0227

FEFCO 0227

0228

FEFCO 0228

0229

FEFCO 0229

0230

FEFCO 0230

0231

FEFCO 0231

FEFCO 0300 Styles

Telescope-type boxes

Telescope-type boxes consist of more than one piece and are characterised by a lid and/or bottom telescoping over the body of the box.

0300

FEFCO 0300

0301

FEFCO 0301

0302

FEFCO 0302

0303

FEFCO 0303

0304

FEFCO 0304

0306

FEFCO 0306

0307

FEFCO 0307

0308

FEFCO 0308

0309

FEFCO 0309

0310

FEFCO 0310

0312

FEFCO 0312

0313

FEFCO 0313

0314

FEFCO 0314

0320

FEFCO 0320

0321

FEFCO 0321

0322

FEFCO 0322

0323

FEFCO 0323

0325

FEFCO 0325

0330

FEFCO 0330

0331

FEFCO 0331

0350

FEFCO 0350

0351

FEFCO 0351

0352

FEFCO 0352

FEFCO 0400 Styles

Folder-type boxes and trays

Folder-type boxes and trays usually consist of only one piece of board. The bottom of the box is hinged to form two or all side walls and the cover. Locking tabs, handles, display panels etc., can be incorporated in some designs.

0400

FEFCO 0400

0401

FEFCO 0401

0402

FEFCO 0402

0403

FEFCO 0403

0404

FEFCO 0404

0405

FEFCO 0405

0406

FEFCO 0406

0409

FEFCO 0409

0410

FEFCO 0410

0411

FEFCO 0411

0412

FEFCO 0412

0413

FEFCO 0413

0415

FEFCO 0415

0416

FEFCO 0416

0420

FEFCO 0420

0421

FEFCO 0421

0422

FEFCO 0422

0423

FEFCO 0423

0424

FEFCO 0424

0425

FEFCO 0425

0426

FEFCO 0426

0427

FEFCO 0427

0428

FEFCO 0428

0429

FEFCO 0429

0430

FEFCO 0430

0431

FEFCO 0431

0432

FEFCO 0432

0433

FEFCO 0433

0434

FEFCO 0434

0435

FEFCO 0435

0436

FEFCO 0436

0437

FEFCO 0437

0440

FEFCO 0440

0441

FEFCO 0441

0442

FEFCO 0442

0443

FEFCO 0443

0444

FEFCO 0444

0445

FEFCO 0445

0446

FEFCO 0446

0447

FEFCO 0447

0448

FEFCO 0448

0449

FEFCO 0449

0450

FEFCO 0450

0451

FEFCO 0451

0452

FEFCO 0452

0453

FEFCO 0453

0454

FEFCO 0454

0455

FEFCO 0455

0460

FEFCO 0460

0470

FEFCO 0470

0471

FEFCO 0471

0472

FEFCO 0472

0456

FEFCO 0456

0457

FEFCO 0457

0458

FEFCO 0458

0459

FEFCO 0459

0473

FEFCO 0473

FEFCO 0500 Styles

Slide-type boxes

Slide-type boxes consist of several pieces of liners and sleeves sliding in different directions into each other. This group also includes outside sleeves for other cases.

0501

FEFCO 0501

0502

FEFCO 0502

0503

FEFCO 0503

0504

FEFCO 0504

0505

FEFCO 0505

0507

FEFCO 0507

0509

FEFCO 0509

0510

FEFCO 0510

0511

FEFCO 0511

0512

FEFCO 0512

FEFCO 0600 Styles

Rigid type boxes

Rigid-type boxes consist of two separate end pieces and a body and require stitching or a similar operation before they can be used.

0601

FEFCO 0601

0602

FEFCO 0602

0605

FEFCO 0605

0606

FEFCO 0606

0607

FEFCO 0607

0608

FEFCO 0608

0610

FEFCO 0610

0615

FEFCO 0615

0616

FEFCO 0616

0620

FEFCO 0620

0621

FEFCO 0621

FEFCO 0700 Styles

Ready glued cases

Ready-glued cases consist of basically one piece, are shipped flat and ready to use by simple setting up.

0700

FEFCO 0700

0701

FEFCO 0701

0703

FEFCO 0703

0711

FEFCO 0711

0712

FEFCO 0712

0713

FEFCO 0713

0714

FEFCO 0714

0715

FEFCO 0715

0716

FEFCO 0716

0717

FEFCO 0717

0718

FEFCO 0718

0747

FEFCO 0747

0748

FEFCO 0748

0751

FEFCO 0751

0752

FEFCO 0752

0759

FEFCO 0759

0761

FEFCO 0761

0770

FEFCO 0770

0771

FEFCO 0771

0772

FEFCO 0772

0773

FEFCO 0773

0774

FEFCO 0774

FEFCO 0900 Styles

Interior fitments

Interior fitments such as inside liners, pads, partitions, dividers etc., whether tied to Case Design or as singular items. Any shown number of panels is arbitrary and may be increased or decreased as required.

0900

FEFCO 0900

0901

FEFCO 0901

0902

FEFCO 0902

0903

FEFCO 0903

0904

FEFCO 0904

0905

FEFCO 0905

0906

FEFCO 0906

0907

FEFCO 0907

0908

FEFCO 0908

0909

FEFCO 0909

0910

FEFCO 0910

0911

FEFCO 0911

0913

FEFCO 0913

0914

FEFCO 0914

0920

FEFCO 0920

0921

FEFCO 0921

0929

FEFCO 0929

0930

FEFCO 0930

0931

FEFCO 0931

0932

FEFCO 0932

0933

FEFCO 0933

0934

FEFCO 0934

0935

FEFCO 0935

0940

FEFCO 0940

0941

FEFCO 0941

0942

FEFCO 0942

0943

FEFCO 0943

0944

FEFCO 0944

0945

FEFCO 0945

0946

FEFCO 0946

0947

FEFCO 0947

0948

FEFCO 0948

0949

FEFCO 0949

0950

FEFCO 0950

0951

FEFCO 0951

0965

FEFCO 0951

0966

FEFCO 0966

0967

FEFCO 0967

0970

FEFCO 0970

0971

FEFCO 0971

0972

FEFCO 0972

0973

FEFCO 0973

0974

FEFCO 0974

0975

FEFCO 0975

0976

FEFCO 0976

Supporting Info

Styles, joints, diagram views and other supporting information

Please see below for supporting information regarding the FEFCO box standards / diagrams highlighted above.

Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at GWP so we can help.

Diagram Views

Please note: the layouts of the styles in this code are always viewed from the inside of the case.

Case Dimensions

Unless otherwise specified all dimensions are expressed as internal dimensions in mm as follows:

Length (L) x Breadth (B) x Height (H)
Length (L) = the longer dimension at the opening
Breadth (B) = the shorter dimension at the opening
Height (H) = the dimension from the top of the opening to the base

The dimensions L, B, H are specified in each description of the case construction, for some models the numerical value of B can exceed the numerical value of L. Dimensions should be measured under standard climatic bearing the thickness of the material in mind.

For telescope-type boxes the height (h) of the upper part (lid) should be given as a fourth measurement after an oblique stroke, i.e.

355 x 205 x 120/40 mm

(L)   (B)   (H) (h)

For cases with overlapping outer flaps the length of the area of overlapping (o) should be given as a fourth measurement after an oblique stroke, i.e.

355 x 205 x 120/40 mm

(L)   (B)   (H) (o)

Sheet dimensions

Unless otherwise specified, the dimensions of a corrugated sheet are expressed in mm as follows:

1st dimension x 2nd dimension
1st dimension = along the glue lines
2nd dimension = across the glue lines

Style versions

Several case types may have derived versions without the necessity to create a new style. In this case a suffix should be added to the basic style number, separated by a dash.

Example: 0201-2.

A version may be unique to individual manufacturers.

Combination of types

The construction styles shown are of the basic types of fibreboard cases. If the ultimate construction is a combination of two or three basic models e.g. flap arrangements, they may also be described as follows:

Top flaps 0204, Bottom flaps as 0215

This type may also be described as 0204/0215 (Top flaps. Bottom flaps)

Styles and the manufacturers joint

The drawing style layouts as shown in this Code may need to be re-arranged depending on the Manufacturers Joint chosen. Some styles may have a Manufacturers Joint which may be glued, stitched or taped. A glued or stitched Joint may be an extension of either the short or the long panel.

Manual or Automated erection

Each design style includes one of the following indications:

M – usually manual erection
A – usually automated erection
M/A – can be either manual or automated M+A – requires a combination of both

These indications are based on current practice and are intended to give additional information to specifiers and users. Some manually erected cases can be closed automatically (e.g: 0216 or 0712)

Closure of boxes

Correct and effective closure of the packages is as important as the packaging construction itself.

The following methods of closure are possible either singly or in combination:

by gluing, cold or hot
by taping
by interlocking
by stitching

FEFCO - Meaning & Background

Corrugated cardboard box standards

FEFCO refers to The European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers and represents the umbrella organisation for the European Corrugated Board Industry.

Aimed at providing expertise and support, FEFCO actively ensures that members are informed about developments that may affect the corrugated packaging industry.

FEFCO box styles can be manufactured to a simple length, breadth and height (l,b,h) measurement and to a huge range of designs.

All FEFCO style packaging is of course manufactured from corrugated cardboard, which is universally accepted for recovery and recycling.

Sourcing FEFCO Styles through GWP

GWP Packaging also have an extensive library of standard carton designs developed over many years, ensuring that if a specific FEFCO layout is not 100% perfect, you can benefit from a packaging solution that fulfils your exact requirements.

Widely used for their strength, durability, lightness, recyclability, and cost-effectiveness, corrugated boxes and packaging manufactured by GWP are used in an extensive range of industries.

Due to the safety of packaging and their ability to handle the pressure that comes with stacking, it makes them ideal for easy transportation of various consumer goods and industrial components /products alike.

Usually providing the outer protection for a product, your corrugated boxes can be enhanced through the use of additional corrugated inserts (for example Corri Spring), foam end caps and other forms of cushioning and void fill.

GWP can further enhance the exterior of your corrugated cardboard box depending on its intended application.

You can add branding and graphics for retail packaging, whilst also providing identification and instructions for transit packaging.

FEFCO FAQs

Common questions regarding FEFCO packaging products

It might be that you are not sure which FEFCO style to use for your business. Perhaps you are interested to know what material options work well with FEFCO layouts. Maybe you just want to know what FEFCO stands for? All of this, and other common questions, are answered below.

Can’t find the answer to your specific question? Please contact a member of the GWP team on 01793 754 444 or email packaging@gwp.co.uk for further assistance.

Who or what are FEFCO?

FEFCO is the abbreviated name of The European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers. It is a non-profit organisation that represents the interests of the corrugated packaging industry across Europe. It’s focus is to address a wide range of issues, covering everything from technical topics to economical questions.

What does FEFCO stand for?

FEFCO is an acronym for Fédération Européenne des Fabricants de Carton Ondule. Translated into English (the original being in French) this is the European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers.

What are FEFCO “styles”?

FEFCO styles are a collection of standard box and carton designs catalogued by FEFCO, and widely used throughout the corrugated packaging industry. These tried and trusted box styles can help to reduce design times whilst also providing guaranteed performance levels and usability.

How many options are there within the FEFCO Styles catalogue?

There are just short of 200 different box and carton styles within the FEFCO catalogue, providing a wide range of transit and retail packaging options. Some of the styles cover inserts rather than outer cartons, meaning that they can be used in combination with other layouts in the FEFCO styles catalogue.

What are the different FEFCO classifications?

Within the range of (almost) 200 box styles, there are a number of different categories, in order to help make selecting a suitable box style easier. This includes slotted type boxes (0200), telescopic (0300), folder type boxes / trays (0400), slide type boxes (0500), rigid (0600), ready glued (0700) and interior fittings (0900).

Can I get custom sizes / printed FEFCO cartons?

Most packaging manufacturers – including GWP Packaging – will be able to produce any FEFCO style in a custom size to suit your application, as well as providing further enhancements such as surface coatings and printed logos / graphics etc. And if none of the FEFCO styles are 100 percent perfect for your specific requirements, GWP can create completely bespoke packaging designs tailored to your business.

Are FEFCO styles used only with corrugated materials?

FEFCO styles are generally used with corrugated cardboard material. However certain styles can be used with other materials, in particular solid card / box-board, and even Correx® corrugated plastic.

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