High Performance Liners and Mediums
As well as traditional linerboards grades, Smurfit-MBI offers high performance linerboards and mediums that combine superior stacking strength with reduced basis weight.

Super "C" Flute
Smurfit-MBI plants in Town of Mount Royal, Quebec and Whitby, Ontario produce this high compression flute which can provide either increased protection at current costs or current protection at reduced costs.

"E" Flute
The added strength and protection of "E" Flute produces a structurally stronger alternative to folding cartons. Fulfilling requirements of warehouse retail stores and environmental considerations, this fine flute is produced at Smurfit-MBI facilities in Ontario and Quebec.

"F" Flute
This micro caliper gives a smooth flat surface for excellent printing. A full range of available high-end graphics includes preprint, direct print, and single face litho laminating. When combined with customized structural design options, "F" Flute is well suited for use in prepacked merchandisers and p.o.p. displays.

"State of the art" Litho Lamination
Smurfit-Image Pac's exclusive Asitrade™ laminating technology combines superior printing quality and the strength of corrugated with structural design options traditionally available only with folding cartons. Reduced material and fewer steps can save time, money and the environment:
• High-end printed materials are flawlessly laminated directly onto single face corrugated sheets;
• High speed multiple flute changeover and rapid output ensures quick, economical turnaround times.

Specialty Packaging
Using high speed diecutting and precision specialty gluing, complex packaging and p.o.p. units are produced quickly and accurately.
• accommodating large or small products, including shallow-depth designs
• 4 and 6 corner glued Fast Pak™ self-forming cartons for quick assembly

Environmentally Responsive Protective Coatings
Smurfit-MBI's exclusive Enviro-Guard™ protective coatings extend the protection of corrugated packaging. Performance can be vastly improved over a wide range of shipping and storage conditions:
• Hydra-Guard™: repels water
• Hydra-Guard Max™: extends water resistance
• Hydra-Guard Plus™ : offers printable water resistance
• Grease-Guard ™: resists against grease staining
• Scuff-Guard™: prevents scuffing and scratching
• Slip-Guard™: controls slip and shifting
• Seal-Guard™: increases skin pack bonding
• Stick-Guard™: promotes quick release

The Bottom Line: Packaging Superiority
Through continuous improvement and ongoing technological development, Smurfit-MBI products contribute to reduced weight, improved performance and added value.