Frequently Asked Questions
This page gives a quick overview of our products and services. Detailed information for each section can be found on the respective pages of our website.
What does Tilsner Carton Company do?
Tilsner Carton Company is a full-service corrugated converting company that designs and manufactures corrugated products. Products include, but are not limited to the following: boxes, protective packaging, trays, retail packaging, promotional packaging, gift packaging and point-of-purchase displays. We also repair, manufacture and heat-treat wood pallets. Our services include structural design, graphic design and fulfillment.
What types of products does Tilsner Carton Company manufacture?
- Custom Boxes
RSC - Regular Slotted Container
HSC - Half Slotted Container
FOL - Full Overlap Container
FPF - Five Panel Folder
Telescoping
Die Cut
Mailer
Auto-Lock
Snap-Lock
Multi-Depth
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- Stock Boxes
- Protective Packaging
Die Cut Inserts
Positioning Trays
Assembled Partitions
Protective Corners
Pads
Corrugated Sleeves
- Trays
Custom Die Cut
Garden Trays
Infold (Stock)
Stapled (Stock)
Berry Trays (Waxed Optional)
Beverage Carrying Trays
Product Grouping Trays
- E-Commerce Packaging
- Retail Packaging
Primary Packaging (Holds Product)
Secondary Packaging (Groups Products)
Multi-Pack (Groups Products Together For Sale)
Tertiary Packaging (Protects Quantities During Shipping)
- Promotional Packaging
- Gift Packaging
- Point-of-Purchase Displays
Self-Shipper
Countertop Displays
Ballot Box
Cell
Peg
Standard Tray (PDQ) Shelf Ready
Step
Side Wing/Power Panel Displays
Eye Wear
Peg
Shelf
Floor Displays
Ballot Box
Bin
Case Stacker
Eye Wear
Pegable
Shelf
Standee
Tier
Tray
Pallet
Case Stacker
Flip-Down
Sleeve-Base
Corner Wraps
Signage
- Wood Pallets - New, Recycled & Heat-Treated
2-Way
4-Way
Block
What printing options are available?
Tilsner Carton Company offers customization with flexo printing, digital printing and laminated litho labels. Our team of graphic designers will ensure that your artwork is formatted correctly to achieve your desired look within your budget.
Does Tilsner Carton Company have minimum order quantities?
We do not have a minimum order quantity; however, it is more cost-effective to order larger quantities. Not all corrugated converters will run low quantities. This is a niche we cater to.
Does Tilsner Carton Company accept rush orders?
Yes! We welcome rush orders, and consider this part of what sets us apart from our competitors.
What services does Tilsner Carton Company provide?
Tilsner Carton Company has experienced structural and graphic designers on staff to provide you with custom solutions to your needs.
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We also have a fulfillment team that partners with you to receive your products and prepare them for distribution and retail locations.
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In addition, our pallet department is certified in heat-treating pallets for use in international shipping. We will heat-treat our pallets or yours.
How can Tilsner Carton Company help you save money?
Our structural designers can identify money-saving ideas such as right-sizing packaging, using protective inserts and incorporating time-saving box styles like auto-locking bottoms. We aim to balance material usage, protection, branding and logistics efficiency.
What fulfillment services does Tilsner Carton Company Provide?
Tilsner Carton Company partners with you to prepare your products for distribution and retail by offering the following services:
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- Hand Assembly
- Contract Packaging
- POP Display Assembly
- Display Pack-Out
- Kitting
- Labeling
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Why does Tilsner Carton Company offer heat-treated pallets and heat-treating services?
Heat-treating ensures that wood materials such as pallets and crates are properly heat-treated to eliminate pests that could spread through international trade. The ISPM 15 certification verifies that the material has been heated to the required core temperature and marked with the official compliance stamp, confirming it meets global phytosanitary regulations for export shipments.
What geography does Tilsner Carton Company serve?
Commodity products such as boxes, retail packaging and pallets are shipped regionally. Specialty products such as promotional packaging, gift packaging, point-of-purchase displays and signage can be cost-effectively shipped within the United States from our St. Paul, Minnesota location.
What association is Tilsner Carton Company affiliated with?
Tilsner Carton Company is an active memeber of AICC (Association of Independent Corrugated Converters). Our participation provides insights, resources, and relationships that help improve operational performance, support innovation, and ensures we remain competitive in a rapidly evolving packaging market.