Quick answer
Yes. We produce hexagonal, octagonal, decagonal and hand-shaped fantasy boxes. Because we develop the die line systems for these models ourselves, we bring speed and control to non-standard shapes.
Hexagonal, octagonal and decagonal boxes, or fully hand-shaped fantasy boxes, form a separate group outside the standard box models. This is an area where we're strong, and the reason is simple: we can develop the die line systems for these models ourselves. In this article we explain how custom-shaped boxes are developed, how the mock-up stage works, and what to know before asking for a quote.
In short
- Hexagonal, octagonal, decagonal and hand-made fantasy boxes are a separate group outside the standard models.
- We produce the die line systems for these models in-house and develop them with mock-ups when needed.
- Mock-ups are made after the project is approved, and they are charged.
What is a custom-shaped box?
When people think of boxes they usually picture four-cornered models. But multi-sided forms like hexagons, octagons and decagons, or fantasy boxes designed entirely around a brand, can be produced too. What they share is that they don't rely on a ready-made tool or a standard set of sizes. Each needs its own die line system and often its own production method.
Many of these models are made by hand, because the models and size limits machines can handle are fixed. We explain the difference between hand and machine production in our rigid box article.
Why are we strong at these boxes?
A custom-shaped box succeeds or fails on its die line. As the number of sides grows, every angle, fold and joint has to meet precisely. A small error distorts the shape of the box.
Rather than sourcing die line systems for these models externally, we produce them ourselves. That gives us both speed and control when making a design production-ready. When needed, we build a mock-up and develop the model on it.
How does the mock-up stage work?
We don't make a mock-up for every product. The mock-up stage starts after the project is approved, and it is charged.
That's because a mock-up takes real design and craft work. Mock-ups made for jobs that don't go ahead leave that work unpaid. Settling and approving the project together first, then moving to the mock-up, makes the process healthier for both sides.
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Get in touch about your custom-shaped box project, or see examples of models we produce on the products page.