September 2004: Toteboxes

At Eckhart & Company, we’re constantly striving to deliver new information packaging styles to give customers more options. Toteboxes combine the protection and functionality of slipcases and slantcases with the take-anywhere convenience of lid closures and handles for carrying. Toteboxes are ideal for carrying several products of different shapes and sizes, such as a perfect-bound book and a collection of multimedia discs.

Lid and Handle Possibilities
Lids are typically designed to match the rest of the tote box, and are thus constructed and decorated using the same materials and processes. Lids are usually attached to the box by riveting the lid to the box, although some only require gluing.

There are also a host of closure options for totebox lids. Metal snaps and Velcro strips are economical closures and among the most popular, while a range of handsome interlocking pieces (similar to those found on luggage) can also be used.

Handles can be applied to the top of the lid or attached to the sides of the box using rivets. Plastic strips with a T-shape on either end can be inserted into die-cut holes in the lid for a simple yet durable handle design. Handles are available in a variety of materials, shapes and colors to match the design of your toteboxes.

This totebox design includes a plastic handle attached to the lid via die-cut slots. This efficient design is ideal for most light-duty totebox applications.

Design tip 1: If your toteboxes will be designed to hold books or binders snugly, consider recessing the front opening with a slant cut. This design allows for easy removal of your items, and allows the box to double as a library of information with easy access.

Design tip 2: For more efficient and cost-effective production, be sure the lid flap riveted to the back of the totebox is the same size and dimension as the flap that falls over the front. This allows Eckhart & Company to produce your toteboxes with minimal handwork, which can speed up turnaround and reduce costs.

The Eckhart Advantage
At Eckhart & Company, we specialize in custom-designed and manufactured information packaging solutions. In addition to toteboxes, let us help you design attractive and functional ring binders, slip and slant cases, award holders, multimedia packaging and many other items. Our complete range of book binding and information packaging capabilities allows you to consolidate the entire production process under one roof. Contact Eckhart & Company today to discover what we can do for your next project!

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Back Issues

• August 2004 Adding Value with Slipcases and Slantcases
• July 2004 Ring Binder Options
• June 2004 Did You Know?
• May 2004 Menu Cover Options
• April 2004 Turn Your Binder into a Display Piece
• March 2004 Material Options
• February 2004 Ring Binder Solutions
• January 2004 Our Capabilties for 2004
• December 2003 Versatile Pocket Styles
• November 2003 Create Attractive Dust Jackets
• October 2003 Point-of-Purchase Displays
• September 2003 Make Products User Friendly with Index Tabs
• August 2003  The Advantages of Prototypes
• July 2003  Creating the Perfect Package
• June 2003  Mechanical Binding Cover Styles
• May 2003  Custom Ring Binders
• April 2003  Mechanical Binding Options
• March, 2003  Award Holders
• February, 2003  Slipcases, Slantcases & Boxed Sets
• January, 2003 Serving Our Customers
• December, 2002 Media Packaging Options
• November, 2002 Ring Metal Options
• October, 2002 Customized Binder Options
• September, 2002 Turned Edge Possibilities