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If you ship delicate bottles, jars, or temperature-sensitive goods, you know that every bump can mean a broken item, a refund request, and a hit to your brand’s reputation. Using custom cardboard dividers is one of the simplest ways to keep everything in place and reduce damage in transit. Premier Packaging Products operates a 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility with modern equipment, ensuring reliable production of sustainable fiber partitions for industries like food and beverage (Premier Packaging Products).
Key idea: Tailoring partitions to your products not only cuts damage rates but also supports your eco-friendly goals, so you can protect both your goods and the planet.
Custom cardboard dividers (also known as paperboard dividers or fiberboard partitions) slot into your shipping boxes or cases, creating individual cells for each product. Rather than letting items jostle together, these dividers:
A table comparison helps you see why fiberboard often wins in the food and beverage world:
| Material | Cushioning | Recyclability | Cost per unit | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrugated cardboard | Medium-high | Moderate | Low | bulky or heavyweight goods |
| Fiberboard partitions | High | High | Medium | glass bottles, jars |
| Plastic inserts | Very high | Low | High | repeated reuse |
Good news, fiberboard partitions often strike the best balance. Made mostly of recycled paper pulp, they cushion fragile products while staying lightweight. You’ll lower shipping costs and keep your sustainability metrics in check.
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Balancing these factors helps you decide when and where to use custom partitions versus simpler inserts or sleeves.
Once you decide that custom partitions are right for your product line, the design phase keeps surprises to a minimum. Follow these steps to ensure a perfect fit.
If you ship multiple SKUs in one case, factor in the largest and smallest dimensions to avoid unexpected pinch points.
Fiberboard comes in various thicknesses and strengths, often designated by board grade or edge crush test (ECT) values. For most spirits and food items:
Ask your supplier for sample swatches so you can feel the stiffness and see how slots cut through.
Your design partner (or in-house CAD team) will draft a slot layout that locks together without adhesives. Key tips:
A clear drawing speeds up prototype approval and avoids multiple rounds of revisions.
Custom printing on partitions can reinforce your brand’s story. You might include:
Even subtle print cues can reduce handling errors in busy warehouses.
Choosing the right supplier makes all the difference between smooth roll-out and unexpected delays. Here’s what to look for.
Linking to specialized directories can speed your search. For example, browse paperboard partition manufacturers or check out vetted fiberboard partition suppliers.
Premier Packaging Products offers custom fiber solutions across multiple sectors, including food & beverage and cosmetics. They combine:
They handle everything from turnkey design to just-in-time production, so you can focus on your core logistics.
Before committing, request:
Seeing and feeling a real carton with inserts in place is the best way to catch hidden fit issues.
A well-designed partition delivers savings in two ways: fewer damaged goods and lower material waste.
Estimate your ROI by comparing:
Even a 10% drop in breakage can cover tooling fees within a few months.
| Metric | Before partitions | After partitions | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damage rate | 8% | 4% | –50% |
| Cost per damaged unit | $25 | $25 | n/a |
| Annual units shipped | 50,000 | 50,000 | n/a |
| Annual damage cost | $100,000 | $50,000 | –$50,000 |
Good news, many recycling centers accept uncoated fiberboard without extra sorting, so end customers and warehouse teams can discard inserts with minimal fuss.
While eco-friendly options shine on sustainability reports:
Weigh these factors against your brand’s green commitments and your customers’ expectations.
Rolling out a new partition design takes coordination across teams. Use this checklist to keep everyone aligned.
Ask warehouse staff to time their packing steps and note any pinch points.
When everyone knows how to assemble partitions rapidly, you’ll keep throughput high.
Track these KPIs for the first three months:
Review metrics weekly at first, then shift to monthly once performance stabilizes.
Choose one step to start today—maybe a quick sample request or a prototype test. With the right partitions in place, you’ll ship more confidently, reduce waste, and keep customers happy. You’ve got this!