Custom Iron Boxes & Iron Packaging
Irons are one of those product that seem simple until you actually have to box one. All the weight sit at the front, the shape tapers awkwardly, the soleplate mark against anything rough, and there is a cord and a tank to deal with. We handle a lot of iron packaging at ZEE Packaging and the honest truth is the carton is easy, it is the inside that take the thinking.
Where Most Iron Boxes Fail
Nearly every damage claim we get shown trace back to one of these.
- Cradle too shallow, so the unit rock forward on the soleplate
- No barrier between the plate and the board, which scuff the finish
- Cord left loose to wrap around the body and press the tank
- Flute grade too light for the weight, so the base bulge on pallet
- Retail iron box shipped loose with no corrugated outer
- Tank not fully dry, and damp board lose strength fast
Get those six right and the rest of the iron packaging is straightforward.
- Corrugated shipper with molded pulp cradle our most ordered iron box
- Litho laminated corrugated retail print with shipping strength
- Two piece tray and hood fastest option on a packing line
- Auto lock bottom carton good for compact and travel model
- Window carton lets the soleplate finish show on shelf
- Rigid presentation box premium and steam station iron packaging
Sizes We Run Regular
Every iron box is built to your model, though these come up over and over:
- 12" x 6" x 7" for compact and travel unit
- 13" x 7" x 8" for a standard steam iron box
- 14" x 7.5" x 9" for heavier soleplate model
- 16" x 9" x 10" for large tank iron packaging
- 18" x 12" x 14" for a steam generator station
- 20" x 14" x 12" for a multipack shipper
Send us the filled weight along with the dimension, because weight decide the board spec more than footprint ever does.
Board And Flute
- B flute corrugated, our baseline for a boxed iron
- Double wall on steam station and heavy unit
- E flute only on travel and mini iron box
- SBS C1S litho laminated to corrugated for full retail print
- Rigid greyboard 36pt on premium range
- Plain kraft corrugated for value and trade line
Thin board bulge at the base within a few day on a stacked pallet. We would rather move you up a grade at quote stage.
What The Buyer Is Comparing
- Wattage, checked first every time
- Steam output in grams per minute and shot of steam figure
- Soleplate type, ceramic, stainless or non stick
- Tank capacity in ml
- Cord length and swivel
- Vertical steam, self clean, anti calc and auto shut off
- Voltage, plug type and barcode with quiet zone
Our prepress team check the panel against the dieline so nothing get trimmed at the edge.
Print Options
- Litho lamination for full color iron packaging
- Flexo direct on plain corrugated for value range
- Matte film, it hide scuff on a big panel far better than gloss
- Spot UV over the logo or a feature badge
- Foil stamping on premium iron box
- Window patch with clear PET
- Recycled corrugated iron box with no film
- Molded pulp cradle instead of EPS
- FSC certified board, certificate on request
- Soy based ink through the run
- Paper cord tie in place of plastic clip
- Right sized iron packaging so you are not shipping air
What We Bring To Your Order
- 100 unit minimum on any iron box design
- Free 3D mockup and flat proof before print
- Free dieline drawn by our own team
- Urgent turnaround at 5 to 8 business day
- Free worldwide shipping, no surprise charge
- One contact from artwork through to delivery
Frequently Asked Questions
How deep should the cradle be?
Deep enough that the soleplate cannot tip forward. If the unit rock at all when you shake the box, the cradle is too shallow and it will scuff.
Can pulp handle a steam generator?
Pulp cradle plus double wall, yes. Those unit are heavy though, so we usually add corner block as well.
Do you print the energy or wattage badge?
We print whatever badge and wording you supply. We do not create compliance artwork ourselves.
How much does an iron box cost?
Rough estimate is $0.90 to $2.20 per unit for corrugated with pulp cradle, $1.70 to $3.60 for litho laminated print and $3.20 to $7.80 for rigid at moderate quantity. Insert type and size move it a lot. Shipping is included in our price. This is estimate only, so ask our team for a exact quote
How do we deal with the cord?
A separate bay in the cradle with a paper tie. It keep the flex off the tank and the box look far tidier when opened.
Is a window worth the extra?
On premium range often yes, because soleplate finish is a real selling point. On value line we would put the money into print instead.
Can you do a carry handle?
Yes, reinforced. On a heavier iron box we always strengthen the cut or the handle tear out.
