This third edition of The Packaging Designer's Book of Patterns includes more than 50 completely new patterns, as well as updated information on closures. The book includes a broad array of patterns for folding cartons, trays, tubes, sleeves, wraps, folders, corrugated cartons, point-of-purchase displays, and more. All patterns are based on the use of 100% recyclable paper and board. Every pattern has been test-constructed to verify dimensional accuracy and is ready to be traced, scanned, or photocopied for immediate use.

The patterns can be scaled to suit particular specifications, and many are easily converted to alternate uses. Details — such as tabs, locks, and closures — are often interchangeable and may be adapted to specific requirements or personal preference. To help ensure construction quality, all glue areas are clearly indicated with black dots. Highly recommended.

From the Preface: “...The various sections of this book only serve an organizational purpose. Thus, a paperboard carton may be easily converted into a corrugated container, and vice versa...As stated before, some configurations or machinery may be protected by one or more patents. Each pattern in this volume has been photocopied on oaktag and constructed in order to verify the dimensional accuracy and as a model for the three-dimensional drawings of the containers...”

Target Audience: Packaging and industrial design professionals, packaging manufacturers and purchasers, graphic and structural designers.

Table of Contents:

Introduction

The Folding Carton: Trays; Tubes; Sleeves, Wraps, and Folders

The Set-Up or Rigid Paper Box

Corrugated Containers

Point-of-Purchase Displays

Glossary

Bibliography

Index