Packing Beer with Can Shippers

Using can shippers keeps your products secure and maintains their quality from warehouse to customer.

Can shippers are designed to hold cans firmly in place. They reduce movement and prevent dents or leaks during shipping. Molded pulp can shippers are a strong, eco-friendly option for breweries and distributors.

Why Use Can Shippers for Beer Packaging

Cans are lighter and easier to ship than bottles, but they still need proper cushioning. Can shippers provide:

• Protection from shocks and rough handling.
• Firm grip around each can to prevent movement.
• Separation between cans to avoid surface friction.
• A recyclable and biodegradable packaging choice.

Using the right can shipper improves safety and saves replacement costs from damaged products.

Types of Can Shippers

1. 4-Pack Can Shipper
   This option holds four cans and suits small shipments or gift orders. It is compact, easy to stack, and ideal for online beer sales.

2. 6-Pack Can Shipper
   This is the standard size for breweries. It keeps six cans secure with molded pulp trays. The design fits neatly into corrugated outer boxes for extra protection.

3. 12-Pack Can Shipper
   Best for larger orders or wholesale deliveries. Each layer separates the cans and absorbs shocks during transport. This size reduces the number of packages needed, which helps control costs.

4. 24-Pack Can Shipper
   The bulk option for large-scale shipping. Molded pulp trays support multiple layers of cans while keeping the total weight manageable. It suits distributors and large retail shipments.

How to Pack Beer Using Can Shippers

Step 1: Choose the Right Size
Pick a shipper that matches your order volume. Avoid using a large box for a small shipment, as extra space allows movement and increases the risk of damage.

Step 2: Inspect the Shipper
Check for cracks or deformities in the molded pulp tray before packing. A damaged tray may not hold the cans firmly.

Step 3: Insert the Cans
Place each can upright into the molded slots. Make sure all cans sit evenly. If they tilt, they might press against each other and deform.

Step 4: Add Cushioning if Needed
If the shipper leaves small gaps, fill them with recyclable paper or pulp fillers. Do not use loose materials like peanuts or shredded paper, as they shift during transit.

Step 5: Seal the Outer Box
Once the cans are in place, close the outer shipping box tightly. Use strong packing tape along all openings. Add “Fragile” or “Handle with Care” labels for extra attention during delivery.

Step 6: Store and Ship Properly
Keep packed boxes in a cool, dry place before shipping. Avoid stacking heavy boxes on top of beer shipments to maintain the shape of the pulp trays.

Benefits of Molded Pulp Can Shippers

• Made from recycled paper, making them sustainable.
• Designed for durability under pressure and vibration.
• Fit standard can sizes, which simplifies packing.
• Reduce packaging waste compared to foam or plastic inserts.
• Cost-effective for breweries of any size.

Best Practices for Shipping Beer

• Always ship in temperature-controlled environments when possible.
• Use molded pulp trays with double-wall corrugated outer boxes.
• Label boxes accurately to meet carrier requirements for liquids.
• Test one shipment before scaling large deliveries.