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Packaging – Technical Information

MCP Group’s expertise in the Packaging industry has expanded over 33 years, and we gladly share our knowledge with our customers to ensure that their boxes protect or showcase their products. Selecting the correct box to showcase your product can be daunting for customers setting up their businesses; we have the design capabilities and technical knowledge to make this process seamless. At our Design and Innovation Centre, our Designer can design a box to meet our customer’s requirements and supply a prototype from our 2 sample cutting tables, allowing our customers to sample, trial and test these prototypes immediately with their products.

Board Grades: Tailored Solutions for Every Product

Whatever your product may be – its journey, destination, and ultimate purpose – all play a key role in determining the ideal board grade for your Packaging needs. At MCP Group, we combine years of expertise with a customer-first approach to help you find the perfect fit for your business.

We proudly partner with companies across a wide range of industries—food, Pharma, Medical, Drinks, e-commerce, and beyond. Whether protecting fragile goods or presenting your brand in its best light, our board grades are designed to ensure your products arrive safely and professionally every time.

Our board grade options include:

Single-wall, Double-Wall, and Triple-Wall (Tri-Wall) Cardboard Boxes are reliable, durable, and versatile for every application.
Cartonboard – Lightweight yet strong, offering exceptional printing results.
Solidboard – Compact and robust, perfect for heavy-duty Packaging.
Clay-Coated Board – Smooth, durable, and great for premium finishes.

At MCP Group, we don’t just provide Packaging—we offer peace of mind for your products and reputation. Let’s work together to find the board grade that works as hard as you do!

Corrugated Fluting: Protection you can rely on

When it comes to fragile, easily crushed, or high-value products, your Packaging does more than just hold items—it protects your reputation. Choosing the right Corrugated fluting profile can make all the difference between a product arriving safely in perfect condition and disappointment for your customer.

For 33 years, businesses of all kinds have trusted MCP Group to design and supply packaging that safeguards their goods—no matter how delicate, valuable, or unique they are. From Food and Pharma to e-commerce and beyond, we’ve seen it all and packaged it all!

We offer the following fluting profiles to meet your specific needs:

E Flute – Thin and lightweight, perfect for sleek designs where space is a premium.
R Flute – A modern option with superior strength-to-thickness ratios.
B Flute – Great for versatile use with excellent protection and stacking strength.
BC Flute – Combined layers for added durability in demanding conditions.
EB Flute – A versatile double wall option that balances thinness and strength.
AAA Flute (Tri-Wall) – Heavy-duty, built to handle extreme weight and high-risk transit.

At MCP Group, we’re not just about providing Packaging—we’re about delivering peace of mind. Let us help you select the ideal corrugated fluting to ensure your products reach their destination safely and securely and are ready to impress.

Design Styles

MCP Group provides an extensive range of Corrugated Packaging solutions to businesses across Ireland and specialises in the supply of all FEFCO box styles. Developed by the European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers, FEFCO is an official system of codes for boxes and Packaging construction. FEFCO-style boxes are highly customisable to meet your precise requirements.

We commonly provide the following styles:

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FEFCO 0201 Regular Slotted Container (RSC)

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FEFCO 0200 Half Slotted Container (HSC)

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FEFCO 0216

Diagram and 3D model of a brown carboard box

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FEFCO 0427

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FEFCO 0451

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FEFCO 0700

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FEFCO 0711

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FEFCO 0761

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FEFCO 0711

Printing options

The right Packaging protects your products and your brand. Whatever your brand, whatever your product, MCP Group provides custom printed Packaging solutions that ensure your products are always presented in the way they need to be—whether that’s on a retail shelf, delivered straight into the hands of the end user, or stacked in a Warehouse setting.