Beyond the Box

PCA takes you “beyond the box” as we present facts, terminology and insights to help you learn about containerboard and corrugated packaging. Use this gallery to stay up to date on industry and product information and to make more informed buying decisions.

Follow the life cycle of a corrugated box (from the forest through the recycling center) and learn what makes it the most sustainable and environmentally friendly packaging material.

The Myth of 100% Recycled Content

Find out why 100% recycled fiber is not sustainable and why mixing recycled and new fibers ensures a reliable supply of raw materials for our industry.

Profiles With a Purpose

Discover how ancient architectural principles lend strength and reliability to corrugated packaging and provide a wide range of structural options.

What Goes in a Box?

Almost everything around us has spent at least part of its life in a corrugated box. See some examples of interesting projects PCA’s design team has taken on.

What Impacts Box Performance?

Let’s talk! Properly handling and using corrugated boxes ensures that they will protect your product and deliver it safely to market.

Getting the Good Message Out

Corrugated packaging has a great sustainability story to tell, and PCA is getting the message out with a logo that highlights the renewable and recyclable nature of our product.

More Than Ink on Paper

Graphics are a critical part of a complete packaging solution. Find out how PCA’s expertise and broad range of capabilities can help you match your print needs to the right solution.

Do You Speak Corrugated?

The corrugated industry is filled with many unique terms. Here’s a handy glossary that will help you speak knowledgeably about the box business and navigate your way around a box plant.

How Containerboard Is Made

Do you ever wonder how everyday items such as paper are made? Learn how PCA sustainably grows trees and converts them into the paper used to make boxes.

How Corrugated Boxes Are Made

Corrugated boxes are everywhere, but do you know how they are made? Learn how our box plants take rolls of paper and manufacture custom boxes and displays in a wide variety of styles and sizes.