Packaging considerations in supply chain Traditionally we are using corrugated boxes of various sizes in supply of parts from vendors to automobile manufacturer Construction of corrugated boxes Corrugated boxes are made of 1- papers which are straight. 2- paper sheets which are having wave patterns along length of the paper

continued Adhesive(Glue) for bonding the paper straight and one layer of paper having wave pattern Specification of corrugated boxes are express in terms - Ply Rating i,e 3ply, 5ply or 7 ply. Other parameters are 1- Caliper i,e thickness 2- Moisture content it is necessary to determine this value as it affects other properties like printing absorbency Strength of paper is determine by performing 1- Bursting test, Tearing resistance is also another parameter. Folding Endurance is another important requirement

Construction of corrugated box Liner Fluting

It would be necessary to keep in mind that packaging is very important aspect of delivering the product in safe Condition to the customer for better satisfaction. Other packaging materials are 1- Wooden Boxes, 2- Wooden crates. 3-Metal boxes or containers,4- Metallic box made by using Angles and thick strip which can be assembled or disassembled easily All these packaging materials can be used depending upon weight of components, and distance to be travelled by the cargo