We have a saying at Salazar Packaging, &#;Sometimes the best box solution is not a box at all.&#; It may be unexpected coming from a company with a box in their logo, but a large number of our customers gravitate towards envelope solutions instead of boxes for a variety of products that may not need the added protection, bulk size or presentation of a box. We discuss that in great detail in this post here, but there still may need to be some clarity over what types of envelopes we offer and the differences between them (minimums, printing capabilities, materials) so that you can better decide which option is best for you.
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Stock and Custom Rigid Mailer Envelopes
Often referred to as flat mailers, rigid mailers or chipboard mailers, these are best used for products that require protection, when a box would simply result in overpackaging. (More on right-sizing and avoiding overpackaging in this post). Documents, photographs, stationary, books and most commonly other paper items are often ideal for rigid mailers. And because they are thin and lightweight, they are easier to store and often cheaper to ship.
Available on our stock webstore, Globe Guard Products in 11 stock sizes for both white or kraft board, our rigid mailers are one of our greenest products, made from 100% recycled content, at least 35% post-consumer waste, and are 100% recyclable.
As a companion product, our rigid envelopes are also available as an expandable Fit Mailer, for bulkier items that require a little more space than a regular flat mailer. You can read more about that product here.
You can see from the pictures below, you don&#;t have to limit yourself in terms of graphics. Rigid Mailers can be customized at a 2,500 minimum, and because they are offset printed, just about any design, inks, colors, flood coats, or finishes are possible. Print plates and per unit pricing are almost always lower than boxes by comparison. Minimums and pricing will vary based on the design, board color and envelope size, but rigid mailers can truly be a beautiful way to present your brand and keep your items safe and protected during transit, while minimizing you and your customer&#;s shipping costs.
Stock and Custom Unpadded Paper Mailer Envelopes
By far our most popular product for t-shirts, swimwear, apparel, soft goods and most clothing applications, unpadded paper mailer envelopes are an ideal solution because of their low minimums, green materials and ability to hold up very well during transit. In over ten years of selling literally millions of mailers to hundreds of customers, we have only had one customer tell us about an envelope being damaged or torn during shipment. This was a rare case because the envelope had tire tracks across the front, meaning it was run over by a car or truck. Although no product is truly waterproof, our paper envelopes are weather resistant, and again, we have never had a claim of rain or other weather damaging the product.
A variety of sizes are available in both white and kraft on our online store, Globe Guard Products, including expandable mailers, ideal for hoodies, hats and bulkier clothing items. Also a very green product, unpadded paper mailers are 100% recyclable, made from a minimum 50% recycled content, biodegradable, compostable and printed with water based inks. They can be ordered by the case (200-500 envelopes) as both a stock, unprinted item, or as a custom item with 1 or 2 color front and/or back printing. When compared to boxes, printed paper envelopes might be as low as one tenth of the cost, and the low minimums mean you have the flexibility to print a variety of sizes or designs if desired.
One feature that both products have in common is that Rigid and unpadded mailers can also be customized with a 2-way resealable lip feature for customer returns, although higher prices, minimums and lead times may apply.
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Still unsure which product is best for you and your needs? Have questions about which paper mailers may be right for you?
We&#;re happy to walk you through an initial consultation and find a custom packaging solution that works for you. As always, if you have any questions, one of our branded packaging advisors is standing by to assist, with decades of experience behind them. Want to know more about custom packaging? Please call us today at 630-551- or contact us via at www.SalazarPackaging.com.
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Rigid mailers will cut your business's shipping costs and protect your flat products during shipment. Learn all the terms related to mailers and how to pick the right one!
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In the past few years, rigid mailers proved to be the go-to shipping package for sending essential papers, pictures, works of art, and flat products in general. Whatever is being shipped, it won't be bent, crushed, or damaged in any other way, thanks to photo mailers.
They&#;re generally manufactured from laminated fibreboard and serve a great purpose in preventing folds, crease bends, and damage, while they also greatly decrease shipping costs due to their compact size and practically zero weight.
Here's what makes rigid mailers so great, and how they can benefit your business!
The term &#;rigid&#; is used to describe the surface of the mailer, which doesn&#;t bend as easily as common materials such as plastic or paper and is also immune to most types of shipping damage from bruises or bumps with other packages.
A rigid envelope is most often manufactured from either paperboard or fibreboard. They come with a very convenient tamper-evident opening that doesn&#;t require a knife or anything sharp to open. Each piece, while sturdy, remains lightweight and practically adds nothing to shipping costs.
Not to mention, if you wish to level up your business&#;s sustainability, there are recyclable flat mailers made from 100 % recycled chipboard. Of course, the mailers can also be reused repeatedly.
When talking about rigid mailers or envelopes, a very common term used to describe the thickness and weight of the mailer is GSM. It means gram per square meter. GSM is used to measure the weight and thickness of many paper types.
As an example, common printing paper would have a GSM of roughly 80, while rigid mailers could have anywhere between 300 and 400.
The thickness is also sometimes measured in points. One point is one thousand of an inch. For example, the thickness most commonly ranges from 18 pt to 30 pt. Of course, this varies slightly per state and country.
This isn&#;t a criterion that would usually change your mind. Generally, the higher the number, the less likely the mailer is to crease or fold, while the lower the number, the lighter the mailer will be.
According to Speedcommerce, roughly 10 percent of all packages are damaged at one point or another. One of the most common reasons for packaging damage is having too much empty space within the envelope or box.
With flat mailers, you don&#;t have to worry about that since the products will be tightly pressed by the sides of the mailer, preventing them from moving. Since the sides are pressing on the product, this also eliminates the great need for cushioning in most cases.
The tightly pressed sides eliminate the chances of folding, tearing, and bending. And in the case when you are shipping documents, that also greatly diminishes the chances of creasing.
A rigid envelope can be made from recycled chipboard and be 100 % recyclable. They're is a great way of telling your customers that you care about the environment, just as they do, while doing your part to prevent new waste from entering our global landfills.
The self-seal adhesive tab on the packaging doesn&#;t damage the products inside in any way. Moreover, it protects them from dust, moisture, and insects.
Bubble mailers are usually not as rigid as flat rigid mailers; however, they&#;re water resistant and can greatly minimize weather and environmental damage. These can also made from recycled materials, include reusable features, and ultimately be recycled where soft plastics are accepted.
These utilize exactly the same enclosing adhesive tape as flat mailers, making them very comfortable for shipping. The only downside that these have compared to regular mailers would be the slightly higher cost.
Padded mailers can provide of both worlds, if they fit your brand's needs. They&#;re a combination of rigid mailers and bubble mailers, which means that there&#;s a rigid encasement on the inside, and bubble padding on the outside. That prevents the package from bending, while the sides of the envelope pressure the shipment to stay in one place even harder, surrounded by safety bubbles.
Rigid mailers have been doing wonders for both small and big businesses. Shipping costs have greatly decreased since boxes were replaced with rigid and poly mailers in cases where that&#;s the suitable packaging option.
If you&#;re still not utilizing rigid mailers in your business, you&#;re most certainly missing out on both sustainability and cost-effectiveness. If you don&#;t know where to start, noissue&#;s rigid, heavy-duty mailers are the way to go!
Are you interested in learning more about Custom Printed Rigid Mailers? Contact us today to secure an expert consultation!