A fry box is not just a box it is an icon. For many years customers have been buying fries in these such boxes and enjoying them. However, have you ever thought that while there are so many fry box designs. Do you have the right fry box design for your product? Yes, there is a possibility that you might be using the wrong fry box design. Or you need to upgrade your fries’ packaging. Make it fit your product or your customer’s needs. The Legacy Printing and other packaging companies have been designing boxes for fast food joints for many decades.
And there is a large variety of packaging designs that you can choose from. That can make it hard for companies to choose the box that fits their needs. If you are a restaurant owner or a stall owner who sells fries. And other fast food products then this guide is for you. Because we will explain how you can choose the right fry box to meet your needs.
Consider The Size Of The Fry Box
Design always comes in second place when you are choosing the right packaging for your fries. You always have to consider the size of the box first. Generally, there are small medium and large packaging containers. However that is not always the case and sometimes restaurants may want to have a custom fry box made. This situation occurs if the restaurant is selling fries in combination with other products which need more space. The Legacy Printing and other packaging companies can make fry boxes. As per custom dimensions so that they are fit for their application.
Similarly, if a restaurant is selling fries that have special ingredients that need extra protection or the box needs to be made to include special compartments for sauces and other herbs then such conditions will require an increase in the size of the box. When you need a fry box that is custom-fitted for your product you will have to send your product’s dimensions to the packaging company and they will be able to suggest the correct box size for you. Once the box size is selected you should always test it before finalizing the box size. Packaging companies will gladly send you a sample box that you can physically inspect and package your fries in. Once you have tested the box you can then move on to the next step of designing a fry box and choosing the right design.
Make Sure The Fry Box Has Branding Potential
Once the size of the box is resolved you have to make sure the design you are selecting for the fry box is branding friendly. Some designs may look great but they don’t offer much space for branding. Or they might not have the right area to display branding effectively. On the other hand, a traditional fry box design is great at displaying the right information about your brand at the right angles for maximum visibility. Next, you have to carefully choose the colors, texture, graphics, fonts and information that needs to be printed on the packaging.
Branding is one of the most important aspects of designing a box and unless you are working with a reputed packaging partner you may end up wasting precious real estate in the form of your fries’ packaging. Use your restaurant’s logo, theme color, tagline and contact details as branding info on your fry box. Try not to copy the design of competitors because let’s face it customers want originality. Not to mention you may end up facing copyright infringement cases if you use another brand’s box design without their permission. Originality is everything in the packaging design process so make sure to use your creativity. It is always benificial to take inspiration from a good fry box design. Besides packaging companies often have many packaging templates from which you can get inspiration.
Choose The Right Material For Your Box
A fry box can be changed completely by simply upgrading its packaging. There are several material options that you can go with when choosing the material for your fries’ packaging. Cover cardstock and thin cardboard are usually the most popularly used materials for fries because they provide enough protection to the product and they are lightweight so the customer can carry them easily. However, there is a new type of packaging that is dominating the packaging world these days and that is eco-friendly packaging. Companies have realized that customers don’t feel good when buying from brands that cause harm to the environment.
So eco-friendly packaging is naturally taking up popularity because it eliminates the guilt customers feel when buying a product. Kraft is one of the most popular and widely used eco-friendly materials for packaging and fry boxes can also be made out of this material. When you use green packaging your customers also don’t have to worry about disposing of the packaging because it is completely biodegradable. Not to mention, you will receive positive press by going green and more customers will want to buy from you. Most importantly you will be doing the environment a favor by reducing your restaurant’s carbon footprint.
In addition to styling and eco-friendliness, the packaging material you choose should be able to protect the fries packaged in the box. So always choose a material that is lightweight yet strong so you don’t end up wasting food if the box material is not solid enough.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Fry Boxes
What Are Some Other Names For Fry Boxes?
Fry boxes are also called chips boxes, fried food boxes, potato chips boxes, restaurant boxes, and fries takeaway boxes. However, most people know them by their real name which is fry boxes.
What Material Options Do We Have For Fry Boxes?
Fry boxes are usually made out of paper-based materials as mentioned earlier. You can get fry boxes made in Eco-Friendly Kraft, E-flute Corrugated, Bux Board, and Cardstock materials.
How Long Does It Take To Get Fry Boxes Delivered?
Fry boxes are well known for their simplicity. Therefore you can expect these boxes to be made and delivered to your location in less than 14 business days. If you choose for express delivery you can even have these boxes delivered within 7 business days of finalizing the design.
What Add Ons Work Well With Fry Boxes?
Fry boxes are normally used without any add ons however you can always add Custom Window Cut Out, Gold/Silver Foiling, Embossing, Raised Ink, PVC Sheet to them.
How Many Fry Boxes Can You Order At A Time?
You can order around 500,000 fry boxes at a time from The Legacy Printing thanks to their modern packaging techniques and experienced staff.
What Coatings Can Be Added To A Fry Box?
A fry box can be coated with gloss, matte, or UV coatings to enhance its appeal and protection level.
