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Can Carriers & Trays

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After perfecting your beverage, securing the right cans and ends, it's time to get your product to the shelves and into customers' hands. Our can carriers and trays are designed to do one thing well – carry your beverages safely and efficiently.

They may not be the most exciting part of your packaging, but they can ensure your drinks reach their destination just as you intended. And for those who want to add a touch of branding or need special sizes, we offer custom options too.

Can Carriers | Alternatives to Plastic Six-Pack Rings

Noticing fewer plastic rings in stores? It's because Canada has banned them. And finding an alternative to plastic rings isn't just a good idea - it's a necessity. So it’s crucial to choose an option that’s usable and doesn't just create more waste, defeating the purpose.

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Cardboard Can Carriers

Sure, paper products have a bad rep (remember those paper straws?), but not all paper-based solutions are created equal. We're partnered with MARTEC to bring you cardboard can carriers that are sturdy, affordable, and practical.
At a Glance
Compatible Cans Standard Cans, Sleek Cans, Slim Cans (up to 500 mL / 16.9 oz)
Formats 4-pack, 6-pack, 8-pack
Colorus Kraft Brown, Black, White, Customized Printing
MOQ 1 Box (1000-1500 pcs per box depending on the format)
Applicators Manual/Handheld, Pneumatic, Automatic

One of the first questions we received was, 'Can these cardboard can carriers handle wet cans?' We decided to find out with a fun dunk test. While we're waiting for the official lab report from our supplier MARTEC, here's a simple and playful demo to show you how our carriers hold up in water. Spoiler: they're tougher than they look.

Product Offerings | Cardboard Can Carriers

Applicators

Simple and straightforward, our 3D-printed handheld applicator is sturdy and easy to store. Just place a carrier into the mold, push until you hear that satisfying click, and you’re good to go. For faster, less tiring application, pair it with a manual press. Perfect for smaller batches or if you’re just testing things out.

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Looking for something more hands-off? Our pneumatic applicator handles up to 36 cans per minute, taking care of the heavy lifting (or pushing in this case) so you don’t have to. It’s a reliable option that keeps things moving efficiently.

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Formats All packs and formats, including standard cans, sleek cans, and slim cans.
Speed Up to 36 cans/min or 2,200 cans/hour.
What's included The prenumatic applicator, ONE format mold (Standard / Sleek and Slim mold) *Air compressor not included.
Weight 91 kg / 200 lbs
Dimensions W170.9 x D65.8 x H148.8 cm / W67.3 x D25.9 x H58.6 in.
Material Aluminum

When speed is key, our automatic applicator is built to keep up. Made from stainless steel, it can handle up to 250 cans per minute, mostly hands-off. And depending on where you’re located, the cost might even be cheaper than labour, especially if it matches your canning schedule and speed.

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Formats All packs and formats, including standard cans, sleek cans, and slim cans.
Speed Up to 234 cans/min
Material Stainless Steel

Custom Can Carriers

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If you are browsing around, you may come across similar cardboard can carriers alternatives, and you’ve probably already noticed that our can carriers actually cover the entire top of the cans. This prevents dust and other debris from getting into the cans during transport while providing maximum space for branding. The MOQ will vary based on your needs, so please contact us for more details.

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Corrugated Trays

Browse our selection featuring the reliable 24-Pack Standard and Sleek Trays, designed for efficient beverage transportation. Need something different? No problem! Reach out to us for custom tray solutions that perfectly match your requirements.

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2-way Rollover Trays

Made from 32 ECT Kraft b-flute. Designed for compact storage, they easily fold flat without glue. Ideal for custom branding and offering reliable protection during transport.
Size 24-pack Standard 24-pack Sleek
Dimensions 410 mm x 265 mm x 77 mm 361 mm x 235 mm x 77 mm
Pallet Count 1,050 trays/pallet 1,400 trays/pallet
Capacity 24 standard beverage cans (211 Diameter, e.g. 355 mL, 473 mL, 500 mL) 24 sleek beverage cans (204 Diameter, e.g. 355 mL)
MOQ 1 Pallet 1 Pallet

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