• Blueboard

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    Updated 7/5/10 PAB: MMSS 6-20-10

    Characteristics
    Common term for acid free, lignin-free, buffered corrugated cardboard, typically light blue, grey in color but may also white or light tan. Available in single and double wall thicknesses and some variation of fluting sizes and patterns. Has good hygroscopic and buffering properties. pH ranges from 7.5 as high as 9.5. Check manufacturer’s specs. Very expensive.

    Forms/Sizes
    Available pre-cut as small as 8” x 10” up to 55” x 120” sheets. 40" x 60" and up requires trucking, which adds considerably to expense. Thicknesses: single-wall E-flute 1/16”, single-wall B-flute 1/8”, double-wall BB-flute ¼”.

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    Applications
    Used for some shipping and many storage purposes. Blueboard is a versatile boxmaking material, and is also used to craft inserts, dividers, backings and supports, and to line drawers and shelves. Like all corrugated products, it is stronger in one direction, which can be mitigated by cross-laminating sheets, or taken into consideration of forming boxes or inserts.

    Sources
    Masterpak
    Talas
    Metal Edge
    Gaylord
    University Products
    Archivart
    Ashley Distributors
    Absolute Packaging