Returnable transit specialist Linpac has launched a new one-piece folding box. Concertina maximum utilisation of cube space when in use and folds down to give 80 per cent space savings when empty. As well as being collapsible, it is easy to erect and fold down. Linpac has identified a range of uses including fresh produce, retail and home-shopping as Concertina is also compatible with Euro standard pallets. It is, sturdy and measures 600 x 400 x 400mm. It is made of polypropylene and has been designed to be compatible with conveyor and automated handling systems, its reinforced base reducing deflection and therefore avoiding damage to contents.

It also features an integral lid making it easy to seal the box by way of special security tags. The same seals ensure that entry into the box cannot be made undetected via collapsing the end panels.

Bar code labels and RFID tags can be added to the boxes and logos and names can be accommodated as required, according to Linpac.

Concertina is available in standard grey or bespoke colours.