Cardboard FSDUs


At first glance, cardboard FSDUs might seem like ordinary displays made of flimsy material. However, their significance in the retail landscape cannot be overstated. These structures are designed with a keen understanding of consumer behaviour and the principles of effective merchandising.

One of the primary advantages of cardboard FSDUs is their versatility. Manufacturers can easily customize them to suit specific product dimensions, branding requirements, and promotional themes. Whether showcasing snacks, cosmetics, electronic gadgets, or seasonal merchandise, FSDUs offer a flexible platform for product presentation.

Furthermore, there’s something inherently appealing about cardboard FSDUs; they’re light on the purse strings and on the scales, too, compared to their wooden or metal counterparts. This makes them a smart choice for brands aiming to make every marketing penny count without sacrificing visibility or style. What’s more, their eco-friendly credentials resonate with the increasing number of consumers seeking sustainable packaging options, adding another layer of allure to their already attractive profile.

Despite their lightweight construction, cardboard FSDUs are remarkably sturdy and capable of supporting considerable weight. Advanced manufacturing techniques and innovative structural designs ensure that these displays can withstand the rigours of the retail environment, including high foot traffic and frequent restocking.

The design of a cardboard FSDU plays a crucial role in its effectiveness as a marketing tool. Attention-grabbing graphics, vibrant colours, and strategic placement of branding elements help capture shoppers’ interest and communicate key messages effectively. Eye-catching headers, product compartments, and interactive features further enhance engagement and encourage impulse purchases.

In addition to their promotional role, cardboard FSDUs serve practical functions within retail spaces. By organising products neatly and maximizing shelf space, these displays help retailers optimise their store layouts and improve the overall shopping experience for customers. Furthermore, FSDUs can be easily assembled and disassembled, allowing for quick installation and hassle-free transportation between different retail locations.

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    Our Materials

    Single Wall and Double Wall Flutes

    Corrugated cardboard is a sustainable and recyclable material which is both lightweight and extremely strong. Depending on the thickness of the corrugations and finish of the liner board, corrugated card can be elegant, strong, and long lasting.

    This cardboard can be used for boxes and displays but also furniture, exhibitions, games and art.

    E flute is mainly used for inner containers, presentation boxes and smaller countertop displays.

    Double wall cardboard such as EE or EB is used where box strength is important, or for free standing displays and dump bins.

    Single wall cardboard such as B or C flute is generally reserved for economical outer boxes and cartons. BC flute is used for more demanding applications.

    Corrugated Cardboard

    All the benefits of corrugated cardboard but with the added convenience of rigidity in sheet form. This material is ideal for use in cardboard furniture, exhibition and semi-permanent displays. It can also be used as packing material for fragile items.

    Structural Board Protective Cardboard

    Display board is a solid board without corrugations and is generally used for high-end displays, and in places where curves are desired such as elliptical towers or round displays.

    It is often used as a cladding material, where the strength and rigidity of a display will come from the cardboard components inside. Display board offers excellent print finish and a long-lasting high quality surface.

    Display Cardboard

    Ideal for use where cardboard is not suitable, UV-stable Correx can be used outdoors, in wet weather conditions, can be washed clean, and can be printed as usual. Commonly used for displays in garden centres and DIY stores.

    Correx Cardboard

    Extremely light weight and very rigid, foam board is ideal for hanging display boards. It has a very smooth surface for high print quality. 

    Foam Centred Board

    Foamex is a solid plastic sheet material which has excellent longevity. Frequently this material is used for outdoor signage and has a good appearance once printed. Occasionally, Foamex is used for indoor displays where complex and detailed cut-outs reduce the strength of cardboard i.e. standees.

    Foamex

    Predominantly, transparent polypropylene sheeting is used for producing mop trays, which are waterproof trays to fit around the base of a cardboard display.

    Once fitted, the floor can be mopped as usual without the need to move the display to a dry area.

    Other Plastics