Cardboard bins
Cardboard bins are POS display units for presenting and storing small products such as sweets, cosmetics, toys and promotional items. They help organise sales campaigns in shops, shopping malls, gas stations, trade fairs and events, while keeping products easy to reach from different sides. Made from corrugated cardboard and printed individually in UV technology, they combine practical product access with a large branded communication area.
| Intended use | Display of small products like cosmetics, sweets, and toys and promotional and sales offers (32,40 x 21,80 x 69,80 cm, 47,20 x 54 x 77,70 cm, 60,00 x 52,00 x 80,80 cm) |
|---|---|
| Material | corrugated cardboard |
| Printing technology | UV |
| Properties | access from all directions, easy to set up in traffic routes, easy assembly and disassembly, individual printing, semi-mat printing structure |
Cardboard bins are lightweight POS displays designed for loose, packaged or smaller promotional products. Their open construction makes the offer visible and easy to access from several directions, which is useful in high-traffic sales areas where customers make quick purchase decisions.
Where cardboard bins work best
These displays are used in retail stores, shopping malls, gas stations, trade fairs and events. They are particularly suitable for products such as sweets, cosmetics, toys and campaign items placed near cash desks, on promotional routes or in dedicated sales zones. The relatively low display height helps customers reach the products comfortably, while the large print area supports brand communication and seasonal offers.
Printed cardboard bins for promotional campaigns
Each bin can be printed with individual graphics, so the display can be matched to a manufacturer, chain, campaign or product line. UV printing provides saturated colours, sharp contours and a semi-matt print structure. In many campaigns this gives the display a finished visual effect without the need for additional coating or lamination.
How to choose the right variant
The product is available in several size and material variants, including corrugated cardboard flute E, flute B and EB-flute. The choice depends on the planned display size, product weight, campaign duration and available floor space. Smaller formats are useful where space is limited, while larger bins provide more product capacity and a stronger visual presence in traffic routes.
- Open construction for access from all directions.
- Individual UV print for brand, product or campaign graphics.
- Corrugated cardboard selected to suit the display format.
- Flat-packed delivery for easier transport and storage.
- Fast assembly and disassembly at the point of sale.
Practical construction for POS use
Depending on the selected design, cardboard bins can hold products with a considerable total weight, up to 10–15 kg. They are shipped glued and folded flat, which reduces transport volume and makes on-site setup simple. This makes them a practical choice for short-term promotions, temporary campaigns and recurring retail actions.
When planning cardboard bins for a sales campaign, the most important decision is not only the print design, but also the size, cardboard type and place of use. A compact bin can be placed close to a counter or in a narrow aisle, while a larger format is better for central promotional zones, fair stands or wide traffic routes where the display should be seen from a distance.
Variant comparison
The available variants differ in external dimensions, cardboard flute and usable depth. This allows the display to be matched to the product volume and expected handling intensity. The table below can help when selecting a grouped product option.
| Variant | Material | When to choose it |
|---|---|---|
| 32.40 x 21.80 x 69.80 cm | Corrugated cardboard, flute E | For smaller POS spaces and lighter promotional assortments. |
| 32.20 x 32.20 x 73.00 cm | Corrugated cardboard, flute B | For compact square layouts and regular retail placement. |
| 38.00 x 35.70 x 75.50 cm | EB-flute | For campaigns requiring a stronger cardboard structure. |
| 47.20 x 54.00 x 77.70 cm | Flute B / EB-flute | For larger product volumes in visible sales zones. |
| 60.00 x 52.00 x 80.80 cm | EB-flute | For high-capacity displays and stronger in-store presence. |
File preparation and print considerations
Because the printed surface works as a sales message, the design should remain clear from the normal viewing distance in a shop or event space. Product logos, campaign claims and price messages should be placed where they remain visible after the bin is filled. It is also worth avoiding critical text too close to folds, edges or assembly areas.
UV printing supports vivid colours and accurate contour reproduction, but the final effect depends on the supplied artwork. For repeat campaigns, keeping the same graphic structure across different bin sizes helps maintain consistent brand recognition at multiple retail locations.
Use conditions and typical applications
Cardboard bins are intended mainly for indoor POS campaigns. If they are used in outdoor or semi-outdoor conditions, weather exposure should be considered, as cardboard is sensitive to moisture and prolonged adverse conditions. In retail, they are often used as promotional dump bins, cardboard dump bins or POS dump display bins, but the main product type remains cardboard bins.
- Choose the size according to floor space and product quantity.
- Match the cardboard flute to expected load and campaign duration.
- Keep key messages visible after products are placed inside.
- Plan placement in traffic routes without blocking customer movement.
- Store flat-packed bins in dry conditions before assembly.
