Flute sizes

Description

Flute sizes refer to the number of flutes per linear foot and its thickness. Flutes are the waves and arches on a corrugated box and make up the structure of corrugated paperboard, giving it rigidity and strength.

Alternative labels

flute dimensions
flute types
flute size
flute measures

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Flute sizes is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Corrugator operator: Corrugator operators tend a machine which folds a sheet of heavy paper in a wave-like pattern and covers it on both sides to create a lightweight, sturdy material suitable for packaging.

Optional knowledge

Flute sizes is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Flute sizes – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022