Edge Protectors
SupplyLand carries cardboard edge protectors and corner guards in bulk for shipping operations, palletizing lines, and warehouses that need to protect product edges from crushing and corner damage during transit. Our edge protectors are V-shaped rigid paperboard profiles that fit over the corners of palletized loads, boxed shipments, and bundled goods—they distribute the pressure of strapping and stretch wrap evenly across the top edge of cartons rather than letting straps cut into individual boxes. Available in three duty grades: light duty (.120" caliper) for general carton shipments and lightweight palletized loads, medium duty (.160") for standard palletized freight, and heavy duty (.225") for heavy industrial loads, stacked palletized freight, and shipments where significant strap tension is required.
Edge protectors are sold in standard 2" × 2" leg widths in lengths from 12" to 36" to match common box and pallet dimensions. Order by the case for small-volume packaging needs, or by the skid for high-volume palletizing operations—skid quantities range from 200 to 5,880 pieces depending on size and duty grade, with significant per-unit savings at skid quantities. Pair edge protectors with strapping for full pallet load securement, stretch film to wrap and stabilize the load, corrugated pads between layers, and corrugated boxes to complete your shipping system. Edge protectors are 100% recyclable kraft paperboard and accepted in standard cardboard recycling streams.
What are edge protectors used for?
Edge protectors—also called corner guards, edge guards, or load distributors—are V-shaped rigid paperboard profiles fitted over the corners of palletized loads, stacked cartons, and bundled goods. They serve three primary purposes: protecting product edges from crushing during handling and transit; distributing the pressure of strapping and stretch wrap evenly across the top edge of cartons rather than letting straps cut into individual boxes; and reinforcing the structural integrity of stacked loads to prevent shifting and collapse. They are essential for any shipment using strapping for load securement, and recommended for palletized freight to extend carton stack height and reduce damage claims.
What duty grade of edge protector should I use?
Edge protector duty is determined by paperboard caliper—the thicker the board, the more rigidity and crush resistance. Light duty (.120" caliper) is appropriate for individual cartons, light palletized loads, and shipments where strapping tension is moderate. Medium duty (.160") is the standard choice for typical palletized freight—pallets of mixed cartons, palletized retail goods, and most ground freight applications. Heavy duty (.225") is for heavy industrial loads, stacked palletized freight, automotive parts, machinery, and any shipment where significant strap tension is required to keep the load secure. When in doubt, medium duty .160" handles most palletizing applications—use heavy duty for shipments over a certain weight threshold or where you have seen damage with lighter grades.
What size edge protectors do I need for my pallets?
Match the edge protector length to the height of your palletized load or the dimension of the carton you are protecting. For a standard 48" tall palletized load, 48" or 36" edge protectors give full top-edge coverage. For shorter palletized stacks (24"–30" tall), use 24" or 30" protectors. For protecting individual large cartons during transit, match the protector length to the carton edge dimension. SupplyLand stocks edge protectors in 12", 18", 24", 30", and 36" lengths. Standard 2" × 2" leg width works for most strapping and stretch wrap applications. If you palletize at non-standard heights, order the next-larger size and trim to fit, or contact SupplyLand for custom lengths.
How are edge protectors used with strapping and stretch wrap?
Edge protectors are placed over the top corner of the load before strapping is applied. The strap then runs over the protector rather than directly on the carton edge—this prevents the strap from cutting into individual boxes when tensioned, and distributes load force across the full top edge of the stack. For palletized loads, place edge protectors at all four top corners minimum; for tall or unstable stacks, place additional protectors mid-height where strap pressure concentrates. After strapping, stretch film is applied around the entire load to add lateral stability and protect against dust and moisture. The combination of edge protectors plus strapping plus stretch wrap is the standard for damage-free palletized freight.
Can I buy edge protectors in bulk by the skid?
Yes — SupplyLand sells edge protectors by the case (60–250 pieces depending on size) and by the skid (1,540–5,880 pieces) at significantly lower per-piece pricing. Skid quantities are the right choice for high-volume palletizing operations—warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturers shipping multiple pallets per day. Case quantities work for smaller operations or for occasional palletized shipments. SupplyLand offers discounted shipping on orders over $150, and free swag on orders over the same threshold. For ongoing high-volume programs, contact us about freight terms on full-truckload skid orders.
SupplyLand carries cardboard edge protectors and corner guards in bulk for shipping operations, palletizing lines, and warehouses that need to protect product edges from crushing and corner damage during transit. Our edge protectors are V-shaped rigid paperboard profiles that fit over the corners of palletized loads, boxed shipments, and bundled goods—they distribute the pressure of strapping and stretch wrap evenly across the top edge of cartons rather than letting straps cut into individual boxes. Available in three duty grades: light duty (.120" caliper) for general carton shipments and lightweight palletized loads, medium duty (.160") for standard palletized freight, and heavy duty (.225") for heavy industrial loads, stacked palletized freight, and shipments where significant strap tension is required.
Edge protectors are sold in standard 2" × 2" leg widths in lengths from 12" to 36" to match common box and pallet dimensions. Order by the case for small-volume packaging needs, or by the skid for high-volume palletizing operations—skid quantities range from 200 to 5,880 pieces depending on size and duty grade, with significant per-unit savings at skid quantities. Pair edge protectors with strapping for full pallet load securement, stretch film to wrap and stabilize the load, corrugated pads between layers, and corrugated boxes to complete your shipping system. Edge protectors are 100% recyclable kraft paperboard and accepted in standard cardboard recycling streams.
What are edge protectors used for?
Edge protectors—also called corner guards, edge guards, or load distributors—are V-shaped rigid paperboard profiles fitted over the corners of palletized loads, stacked cartons, and bundled goods. They serve three primary purposes: protecting product edges from crushing during handling and transit; distributing the pressure of strapping and stretch wrap evenly across the top edge of cartons rather than letting straps cut into individual boxes; and reinforcing the structural integrity of stacked loads to prevent shifting and collapse. They are essential for any shipment using strapping for load securement, and recommended for palletized freight to extend carton stack height and reduce damage claims.
What duty grade of edge protector should I use?
Edge protector duty is determined by paperboard caliper—the thicker the board, the more rigidity and crush resistance. Light duty (.120" caliper) is appropriate for individual cartons, light palletized loads, and shipments where strapping tension is moderate. Medium duty (.160") is the standard choice for typical palletized freight—pallets of mixed cartons, palletized retail goods, and most ground freight applications. Heavy duty (.225") is for heavy industrial loads, stacked palletized freight, automotive parts, machinery, and any shipment where significant strap tension is required to keep the load secure. When in doubt, medium duty .160" handles most palletizing applications—use heavy duty for shipments over a certain weight threshold or where you have seen damage with lighter grades.
What size edge protectors do I need for my pallets?
Match the edge protector length to the height of your palletized load or the dimension of the carton you are protecting. For a standard 48" tall palletized load, 48" or 36" edge protectors give full top-edge coverage. For shorter palletized stacks (24"–30" tall), use 24" or 30" protectors. For protecting individual large cartons during transit, match the protector length to the carton edge dimension. SupplyLand stocks edge protectors in 12", 18", 24", 30", and 36" lengths. Standard 2" × 2" leg width works for most strapping and stretch wrap applications. If you palletize at non-standard heights, order the next-larger size and trim to fit, or contact SupplyLand for custom lengths.
How are edge protectors used with strapping and stretch wrap?
Edge protectors are placed over the top corner of the load before strapping is applied. The strap then runs over the protector rather than directly on the carton edge—this prevents the strap from cutting into individual boxes when tensioned, and distributes load force across the full top edge of the stack. For palletized loads, place edge protectors at all four top corners minimum; for tall or unstable stacks, place additional protectors mid-height where strap pressure concentrates. After strapping, stretch film is applied around the entire load to add lateral stability and protect against dust and moisture. The combination of edge protectors plus strapping plus stretch wrap is the standard for damage-free palletized freight.
Can I buy edge protectors in bulk by the skid?
Yes — SupplyLand sells edge protectors by the case (60–250 pieces depending on size) and by the skid (1,540–5,880 pieces) at significantly lower per-piece pricing. Skid quantities are the right choice for high-volume palletizing operations—warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturers shipping multiple pallets per day. Case quantities work for smaller operations or for occasional palletized shipments. SupplyLand offers discounted shipping on orders over $150, and free swag on orders over the same threshold. For ongoing high-volume programs, contact us about freight terms on full-truckload skid orders.
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