Edge Boards
Overview
Edge boards (also known as edge protectors or corner boards) are rigid, L‑shaped protective profiles designed to shield the edges of cartons, pallets and products during handling, storage and transit. This listing covers a 35 x 35 x 3mm edge board profile supplied in a 1000mm length option, commonly used to reduce edge crush, protect corners from impact, and help distribute strapping tension across a wider surface area.
Key Features
Edge & corner protection
Helps prevent knocks, scuffs and compression damage to vulnerable edges on boxed goods, stacked cartons and palletised loads.
Supports strapping and stretch wrap
Creates a stronger, more stable edge so strapping and film can be applied with less risk of cutting into packaging or product surfaces.
Load stabilisation
Adds rigidity to the outside of a pack, helping maintain squareness and improving stack integrity during warehousing and transport.
Simple, fast application
Place along edges or corners before wrapping/strapping. Suitable for manual packing benches and higher‑throughput dispatch areas.
Versatile for many industries
Commonly used for distribution, manufacturing, e‑commerce fulfilment, removals, and export packing where edge damage is a risk.
- Profile: 35 x 35mm (L‑shape)
- Thickness: 3mm
- Length option: 1000mm
- Category: Protective / Edge & Corner Protection / Edge Boards
Typical Uses
- Protecting carton corners on palletised shipments
- Preventing strap marks and edge crush on boxed goods
- Reinforcing long edges on flat packs, panels and sheet materials
- Improving stability of stacked cartons during storage
- Adding protection for courier and export consignments
35 x 35 x 3mm Edge Board — Full Product Guide
Edge boards are a straightforward way to upgrade the protection of your packaged goods without changing your cartons or pallet pattern. By adding a rigid L‑shaped protector to the outside of the load, you reduce the chance of corner impacts, improve resistance to compression, and create a stronger surface for strapping and wrapping. The 35 x 35 x 3mm profile is a popular general‑purpose format that suits many carton sizes and pallet loads.
How It Works
Position the edge board along the vertical corners of a carton stack or along exposed edges of a product. Once in place, apply stretch film, shrink film or strapping as normal. The edge board acts as a sacrificial barrier against knocks and abrasion, while also spreading any strap tension across the board rather than concentrating it on a single line. This can help reduce denting, tearing and strap indentation.
Materials and Construction
Edge boards are typically manufactured from compressed paperboard/fibreboard to create a rigid, right‑angle profile. This construction provides a strong balance of stiffness and cushioning, making it suitable for protecting packaged goods in day‑to‑day distribution environments. The 3mm thickness option is commonly chosen where you want a slim profile that still offers meaningful reinforcement.
Floor Type Compatibility
Edge boards are used on the load itself rather than the floor, so they are compatible with typical warehouse and transport environments. They work well with palletised loads moved by pallet truck or forklift, and they can also be used for non‑palletised cartons where edges are exposed to handling. For best results, ensure the load is stable and the boards are held firmly in place by wrap or straps.
Health and Safety
- Wear suitable gloves if required by your site procedures—cut edges of paperboard can be abrasive.
- When strapping, follow safe strapping practices and use appropriate tensioning tools.
- Keep packing areas clear to avoid trip hazards from offcuts or unused boards.
Ideal Applications and Use Cases
- Pallet protection: Place on each corner of a pallet load before wrapping to reduce transit damage.
- Strap reinforcement: Use under straps to reduce the risk of straps cutting into cartons.
- Edge guarding: Protect exposed edges on products such as boxed components, flat packs and bundled items.
- Warehouse storage: Improve stack integrity for cartons stored for longer periods.
- Export packing: Add an extra layer of protection where handling is less predictable.
Maintenance, Cleaning and Care
Edge boards are generally a single‑use protective packaging component, though they may be reused if they remain dry and undamaged. Store in a clean, dry area to maintain rigidity and performance. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture, as this can reduce strength and cause warping.
Case Study (Typical Scenario)
A dispatch team shipping stacked cartons on pallets experiences occasional corner crush and strap indentation during courier collection and trunking. By adding edge boards to the pallet corners and under strap lines, the load gains a stronger outer frame. The result is improved corner protection, fewer damaged cartons, and a more professional presentation on arrival—without changing carton specification or pallet pattern.
Who is it for?
- Warehouses and fulfilment centres shipping palletised cartons
- Manufacturers protecting finished goods in transit
- 3PLs and distribution operations aiming to reduce damage claims
- Export packers needing extra edge reinforcement
- Any business using strapping or stretch wrap and wanting better edge protection
Colours / Features Available
Edge boards are commonly supplied in a natural kraft paperboard finish. If alternative finishes, coatings or printed options are available for your requirement, please contact us for guidance.
Sizes Available
This product page represents an edge board profile with a 35 x 35mm leg size and 3mm thickness, with a 1000mm length option shown. If you require different lengths, profiles or thicknesses for your packaging process, please get in touch—edge boards are often available in multiple formats to suit different load sizes and protection levels.
Need help choosing the right edge board?
If you can share your carton dimensions, pallet height, strap type and typical handling conditions, we can help you select a suitable profile and quantity for your operation.