There are 6 common types of box style code that were developed by the European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers (FEFCO).

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  Slotted Boxes

  Slotted-type boxes consist of basically one piece with a glued, stitched or taped manufacturers joint and top and bottom flaps. They are shipped flat, ready to use and require closing using the flaps provided.

   
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  Telescope Boxes

  Telescope-type boxes consist of more than one piece and are characterized by a lid and/or bottom telescoping over the body of the box.

   
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  Folders

  Folder-type boxes and trays usually consist of only one piece of board. The bottom of the box is hinged to form two or all side walls and the cover. Locking tabs, handles, display panels etc., can be incorporated in some designs.

   
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  Slide-Type Boxes

  Slide-type boxes consist of several pieces of liners and sleeves sliding in different directions into each other. This group also includes outside sleeves for other cases.

   
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  Rigid-type Boxes

  Rigid-type boxes consist of two separate end pieces and a body and require stitching or a similar operation before they can be used.

   
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  Self-Erecting Boxes

  Self-erecting boxes consist of basically one piece, are shipped flat and ready to use by simple setting up.