The Gaylord box is a cost-effective and efficient bulk cargo storage and transport solution for a broad range of contents. These gaylord boxes are bulk cargo containers that feature self-closing bottom flaps and are typically set onto pallets, which allows them to be quickly and easily maneuvered with a pallet jack or forklift truck. Thanks to their knock-down design, these corrugated cardboard bulk storage containers can be folded up when not in use, which drastically reduces the amount of space needed for storage. Cardboard Gaylords can be used to consolidate multiple shipments, and are also advantageous in accommodating items with irregular shapes.

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The Gaylord box was designed as a one-time-use bulk box for transport. They’re made with corrugated cardboard that consists of thee layers of paper. The inner layer is crimped and adhered to the outer layers in order to add rigidity and strength. This manufacturing method produces a container that is lightweight and cost-effective. These pallet boxes also resist tearing, which quells concerns about the structural integrity of the box when fully loaded.  This style of bulk container is most commonly seen at grocery stores and in thrift stores. With their combination of capacity, light weight and low cost, this type of container has seen widespread adoption for shipping and distribution. Corrugated cardboard bulk cargo containers offer ample durability to ship all kinds of products nationally, and continue to offer a compelling value proposition for one-way transit applications.