Edge Boards
Overview
Edge boards (also known as edge protectors or angle boards) are designed to reinforce and protect the edges of cartons, cases and palletised loads during handling, storage and transit. This product is an edge board profile listed as 35x35x3mm with a 1,200 length option on this page. Used correctly, edge boards help reduce corner crush, protect goods from strap damage, and improve overall load stability by spreading compression forces across a wider area.
Because this is a configurable listing, the exact pack quantity and pricing may vary by option. The core purpose remains the same: provide a rigid, right-angle protective barrier on vulnerable edges so your products arrive in better condition and your packaging performs more consistently.
Key Features
Edge and corner protection
Helps shield the most damage-prone parts of a load—edges and corners—from knocks, abrasion and compression during warehouse movement and distribution.
Strap protection
Placed under banding/strapping, edge boards help prevent straps from cutting into cartons or products by distributing tension along the board.
Improved load stability
By reinforcing vertical edges, edge boards can help keep cartons aligned and reduce shifting, supporting a more stable pallet unit.
Compression force distribution
Edge boards spread top-load and stacking forces across a broader surface area, helping reduce localised crushing on carton edges.
Simple, fast application
Easy to position on corners/edges before stretch wrapping or strapping—no specialist tools required beyond your normal packing process.
Compatible with common pallet-wrapping methods
Works alongside stretch film, shrink film and strapping systems as part of a complete load containment solution.
- Protects carton edges and corners during transit
- Reduces strap marks and strap-related damage
- Supports more stable palletised loads
- Helps minimise corner crush from stacking pressure
- Quick to apply in packing lines and warehouses
Typical Uses
- Palletised cartons requiring extra edge reinforcement
- Loads that will be strapped/banded and need strap protection
- Warehousing and distribution where pallets are frequently handled
- Export shipments where transit conditions can be more demanding
- Products with vulnerable corners (boxed goods, flat packs, panels, etc.)
35x35x3mm Edge Boards — Full Product Guide
Introduction
Edge boards are a practical way to strengthen packaging performance without redesigning your cartons. They are commonly used on pallet corners and along vertical edges to protect goods and improve the integrity of the unit load. This guide explains how to use edge boards effectively, what to consider when selecting options, and how to integrate them into your packing process.
How It Works
Edge boards form a rigid right-angle profile that sits against the outside of a carton edge or palletised stack. When a load is wrapped or strapped, the edge board acts as a protective interface:
- Against impact: it provides a sacrificial barrier that takes scuffs and knocks.
- Against compression: it helps distribute stacking forces along the edge rather than concentrating pressure at a single point.
- Against strapping tension: it spreads strap force over a longer contact area, reducing the risk of strap indentation or cutting.
Materials and Construction
This product is listed as an edge board within protective packaging. Edge boards are typically made from layered paperboard formed into a strong angle profile. The profile dimensions shown on this page (35x35x3mm) indicate the leg size and thickness of the board profile, while the length option shown (1,200) indicates the cut length offered for this listing.
If you are comparing options, focus on:
- Profile size: larger legs can cover more surface area and provide broader protection.
- Thickness: thicker boards generally provide greater rigidity and resistance to crushing.
- Length: choose a length that suits your carton height or the section of the load you want to protect.
Floor Type Compatibility
Edge boards are used on the load itself rather than the floor, so they are compatible with typical warehouse environments. They are commonly used in operations with pallet trucks, forklifts and conveyor handling. If your loads are moved frequently or stored in racking, edge protection can be especially beneficial because edges are more likely to be contacted or compressed.
Health and Safety
Edge boards are straightforward to handle, but good packing practice helps maintain safety and consistency:
- Manual handling: store bundles securely and lift using appropriate technique.
- Cut edges: paperboard edges can be firm—wear gloves if required by your site risk assessment.
- Strapping operations: follow your normal strapping safety procedures; edge boards can reduce strap damage to goods but do not remove the need for safe tensioning and cutting practices.
Ideal Applications and Use Cases
Edge boards are widely used across manufacturing, warehousing and distribution. They are particularly useful when:
- You need to reduce corner crush on cartons during stacking or transit.
- You are using plastic or steel strapping and want to protect cartons and products from strap marks.
- Your pallet loads are mixed cartons and you want to improve alignment and stability.
- You ship goods that are high value or have presentation packaging where cosmetic damage is costly.
Maintenance, Cleaning and Care
Edge boards are typically used as a packaging consumable. Keep them in good condition before use by:
- Storing dry: keep in a clean, dry area to maintain rigidity.
- Keeping flat/straight: avoid leaning bundles where they may bow or deform.
- Rotating stock: use older stock first to maintain consistent performance.
Case Study (Typical Scenario)
A warehouse shipping palletised cartons experiences occasional corner crush and strap indentation, leading to customer complaints and rework. By adding edge boards to the vertical corners before strapping and stretch wrapping, the operation can:
- Reduce visible strap marks by placing a protective layer between strap and carton.
- Improve pallet appearance and reduce edge damage from handling.
- Increase confidence in stacking and transit performance without changing carton specification.
Who is it for?
- Warehouses and 3PLs looking to reduce transit damage and improve load presentation.
- Manufacturers shipping palletised goods that require consistent protection.
- Export shippers needing extra reinforcement for longer supply chains.
- Operations using strapping where strap protection is essential.
Colours / Features Available
This listing is for edge boards within the protective packaging range. If multiple options are available on the page (such as pack quantities), select the variant that matches your operational needs. If you require a specific feature set (for example, different profile sizes or lengths), check the available variants or contact us for guidance.
Sizes Available
This product page represents an edge board profile with options shown on the listing. As configurable products can include multiple variants, please select the required option from the variant list. If you need a different cut length or a bespoke requirement, contact us to discuss availability.
Need help choosing?
If you’re unsure which edge board profile is best for your load, consider the carton height, the type of handling the pallet will experience, and whether you are using strapping. Selecting the right profile and length can improve protection while keeping packing time efficient.