U-Profile / U-Channel

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Created from forming layers of paperboard into a U-shaped channel to create U-Channel paper packaging. Used for 3-sided protection, it protects products from damage that can occur during transit.
U-board
U-board wrapped around a window

Maximizes
Protection

Prevents product damage throughout the transportation cycle

Multiple Use Cases

Optional protective coatings for different product applications

Quick
Assembly

Eliminates pre-bending to save time during pack-out process

Highly
Sustainable

Manufactured with recycled materials and is 100% recyclable

U-Profile Laminated Paper Packaging

U-Profile, also called U-Channel or U-Board, is a type of laminated paper packaging. It provides great edge protection to limit damage to products during shipping and handling. This helps prevent damage to products during shipping and handling.

This material has a smooth surface and is gentle on the inside. You can use it inside or outside a box to keep products stable and strong. It adds strength to the box for stacking and stability. Signode U-Profile provides edge protection for packaging, keeping products secure during transit with its three-sided design. 

Manufactured in the UK, U-Profile paperboard packaging for sales in the United Kingdom. 

Features and Benefits

  • Streamlines use
    U-Profile laminated paper packaging features a rigid u-channel construction that saves time on assembly. A simple, durable, and efficient way to protect products in a sustainable manner.
  • Application flexibility
    Tailor the paperboard to individual product packaging requirements to provide package durability throughout the transportation cycle.
  • Enables branding
    It can be custom printed, enabling branding, product identification and point-of-sale merchandising.

Technical Specifications

A - Leg HeightAvailable from:
  • Varies depending on base size
B - Base WidthAvailable from:
  • 20 mm 
C - CaliperAvailable from:
  • 2 to 3 mm 
D - LengthAvailable up:
  • 50 to 6000 mm 


U-Board Lighting Package Protection
Measurements
U-Profile Corners

U-Profile Corners 

A notch cut in a U-profile allows it to be folded at a 90 degree angle. Great for doors, worktops and desks as well as more, this variant of U-channel protects the wider corner of the product. This product supports with clipping the product in place of the packaging. Made from 100% paper and environmentally friendly glue, this product is 100% recyclable. 

Alternate Trade Names

U-Board

(Americas/APAC)