Corrugated carton with radio frequency identification tag and method of processing

Abstract

The application discloses a corrugated carton with a radio frequency identification label and a processing method. When the carton body is in an open state, one side of a main flap and one side of a sub flap participate in forming the outer surface of the carton body. At this time, the goods are allowed to be loaded into the box cavity, and the radio frequency identification label can be directly pasted on the sub flap as the outer surface of the carton body. The processing and manufacturing are relatively simple, and the production cost is reduced. After storing the goods, the sub flap is first folded and then the main flap is folded. When the carton body switches to a closed state, the main flap is stacked on the upper side of the sub flap. The radio frequency identification label has been moved to the space between the main flap and the sub flap. When the corrugated carton is transported, the impact from the outside of the box can be buffered by the main flap, and the impact from the inside of the box can be buffered by the sub flap. In other words, the bidirectional hidden protection of the radio frequency identification label is realized after the corrugated carton is closed, thereby significantly improving the durability of the radio frequency identification label.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of packaging box technology, and in particular to a corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag and a processing method thereof. Background Technology

[0002] Corrugated cardboard boxes can be used for packaging and transportation of goods. To provide traceability, some corrugated cardboard boxes are equipped with RFID tags. In some corrugated cardboard boxes, the RFID tags are affixed to the outer surface. While this method is convenient, the RFID tags may be directly damaged by impacts from the ground or external debris, and the tags may also be directly stolen. If the RFID tags are affixed to the inner surface of the corrugated cardboard box, if the goods inside are not properly secured, the internal goods may also directly impact and damage the RFID tags under external vibrations.

[0003] To improve the durability and anti-theft properties of RFID tags, one existing solution is to embed the tags inside corrugated cardboard. For example, during the corrugated cardboard manufacturing process, the core paper layer inside the cardboard is hollowed out to embed the RFID tag, and then the cardboard is made into a corrugated box. This type of corrugated box is relatively complex to manufacture and has a high production cost. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a corrugated cardboard box with RFID tags, which can significantly improve the durability and anti-theft properties of the RFID tags, and is relatively simple to manufacture, reducing production costs.

[0005] The present invention also proposes a processing method applicable to the above-mentioned corrugated cardboard boxes with radio frequency identification tags.

[0006] A corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to a first aspect of the present invention includes a cardboard box body and an RFID tag. The carton body includes a main body, two main flaps, and two auxiliary flaps, all integrally formed. The main body has a cavity, and its upper end has an opening communicating with the cavity. The main flaps are bent and hinged to the upper end of the main body via a first fold. The two main flaps are distributed front to back, with the first fold extending in the left-right direction. The two auxiliary flaps are bent and hinged to the upper end of the main body via a second fold, with the two auxiliary flaps distributed left to right, with the second fold extending in the front-back direction. The carton body has an open state and a closed state. In the open state, the main flaps and auxiliary flaps are separated from each other and exposed at the carton opening. In the closed state, the main flaps are stacked on top of the auxiliary flaps, sealing the carton opening. An RFID tag is attached to one side of an auxiliary flap. In the closed state, the RFID tag is located between the auxiliary and main flaps. In the open state, the RFID tag is located on the outer surface of the carton body.

[0007] According to the first aspect of the present invention, a corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag has at least the following advantages: When the cardboard box body is in an open state, one side of the main flap and one side of the secondary flap participate in forming the outer surface of the cardboard box body. At this time, goods can be loaded into the box cavity, and the RFID tag can be directly pasted onto the secondary flap, which is the outer surface of the cardboard box body. The processing and manufacturing are relatively simple, reducing production costs. After storing the goods, the secondary flap is bent first and then the main flap is bent. When the cardboard box body is switched to the sealed state, since the main flap will be stacked on the upper side of the secondary flap, the RFID tag has already moved with the secondary flap to the space between the main flap and the secondary flap. When the corrugated cardboard box is transported, the impact from outside the box can be buffered by the main flap, and the impact from inside the box can be buffered by the secondary flap. That is, after the corrugated cardboard box is sealed, the RFID tag is hidden and protected in both directions, thereby significantly improving the durability and anti-theft of the RFID tag.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the RFID tag includes an adhesive area and a non-adhesive area on the side near the sub-cover, the adhesive area and the non-adhesive area are distributed along the length direction of the RFID tag, the adhesive area is bonded to the sub-cover by an adhesive layer, and the non-adhesive area can be detached from the sub-cover.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a QR code is provided on the surface of the radio frequency identification tag, and the QR code is opposite to the non-adhesive area along the thickness direction of the radio frequency identification tag.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the radio frequency identification tag is provided with a chip and an antenna. Along the thickness direction of the radio frequency identification tag, the projection of the QR code is entirely located within the non-adhesive area, and the projections of the chip and the antenna are entirely located within the adhesive area. The non-adhesive area is located between the adhesive area and the rotation axis of the corresponding sub-cover.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, along the length direction of the RFID tag, the size of the RFID tag is A, and the size of the non-adhesive area is B, satisfying B≤0.3A.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the secondary flap has a labeling area and a non-labeling area. The secondary flap includes a first outer paper layer, a core paper layer, and a second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is wavy and is located between the first outer paper layer and the second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is connected to the first outer paper layer and to the second outer paper layer. The radio frequency identification tag is connected to the first outer paper layer and located in the labeling area. The elasticity of the core paper layer in the labeling area is greater than that in the non-labeling area.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the secondary flap has a labeling area and a non-labeling area. The secondary flap includes a first outer paper layer, a core paper layer, and a second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is wavy and located between the first outer paper layer and the second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is connected to the first outer paper layer and the second outer paper layer. The radio frequency identification tag is connected to the first outer paper layer and located in the labeling area. The first outer paper layer has a half-cut between the labeling area and the non-labeling area.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the radio frequency identification tag is connected to the end of the secondary flap away from its axis of rotation.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the sealed state, a butt joint gap is formed between the two main flaps of the carton body, and the butt joint gap is offset from the radio frequency identification tag in the front-to-back direction.

[0016] A method for processing a corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to a second aspect of the present invention, applicable to the aforementioned corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag, includes: obtaining corrugated cardboard, folding it to form the box body, the box body being in an open state; and attaching the RFID tag to the side of the secondary flap opposite to the box cavity.

[0017] The processing method for a corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to a second aspect of the present invention has at least the following advantages: the above-described processing method produces the above-described corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag, and the processing and manufacturing process is relatively convenient.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which: Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag in an open state, according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag in a sealed state according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 For embodiments of the present invention along Figure 2 A cross-sectional view along the CC direction; Figure 4 Embodiments of the present invention Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of point D.

[0020] Figure label: Carton body 100, main body 110, box cavity 111, main flap 120, secondary flap 130, labeling area 131, non-labeling area 132, half cut 133; RFID tag 200, adhesive area 210, non-adhesive area 220, QR code 230; The joint gap is 300mm. Detailed Implementation

[0021] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0022] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, etc., are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this invention.

[0023] In the description of this invention, "multiple" refers to two or more. The use of "first" and "second" is for distinguishing technical features only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features or their sequential relationship.

[0024] Reference Figures 1 to 4 This invention relates to a corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag 200, comprising a box body 100 and an RFID tag 200. The box body 100 includes a main body 110, two main flaps 120, and two auxiliary flaps 130. The main body 110, main flaps 120, and auxiliary flaps 130 are integrally formed. The main body 110 has a cavity 111, and its upper end has an opening communicating with the cavity 111. The main flaps 120 are bent and hinged to the upper end of the main body 110 via a first fold. The two main flaps 120 are distributed front to back, with the first fold extending in the left-right direction. The two auxiliary flaps 130 are bent and hinged to the upper end of the main body 110 via a second fold, with the two auxiliary flaps 130 distributed left to right, with the second fold extending in the left-right direction. Extending in the front-to-back direction, the carton body 100 has an open state and a closed state. In the open state, the main flap 120 and the secondary flap 130 are far apart and exposed at the carton opening. In the closed state, the main flap 120 is stacked on top of the secondary flap 130, and the main flap 120 and the secondary flap 130 close the carton opening. An RFID tag 200 is connected to one side of the secondary flap 130. In the closed state, the RFID tag 200 is located between the secondary flap 130 and the main flap 120. In the open state, the RFID tag 200 is located on the outer surface of the carton body 100.

[0025] When the carton body 100 is in an open state, one side of the main flap 120 and one side of the secondary flap 130 form the outer surface of the carton body 100. At this time, goods can be loaded into the carton cavity 111, and the RFID tag 200 can be directly affixed to the secondary flap 130, which forms the outer surface of the carton body 100. This simplifies manufacturing and reduces production costs. After storing the goods, the secondary flap 130 is bent first, followed by the main flap 120. At this point, the carton body 100 switches to a sealed state. Since the main flap 120 is stacked on top of the secondary flap 130, the RFID tag 200 has already moved with the secondary flap 130 to the space between the main flap 120 and the secondary flap 130. When the corrugated carton is transported, the impact from outside the carton can be buffered by the main flap 120, and the impact from inside the carton can be buffered by the secondary flap 130. This achieves bidirectional concealment and protection of the RFID tag 200 after the corrugated carton is sealed, thereby significantly improving the durability and anti-theft properties of the RFID tag 200.

[0026] The aforementioned corrugated cardboard box can improve the durability of the RFID tag 200 without increasing the structural complexity of the cardboard box body 100, and prevent the RFID tag 200 from being directly stolen, without increasing the processing and manufacturing difficulty, resulting in a better overall user experience.

[0027] Reference Figure 4 In this embodiment, the RFID tag 200 includes an adhesive area 210 and a non-adhesive area 220 on the side near the secondary flap 130. The adhesive area 210 and the non-adhesive area 220 are distributed along the length of the RFID tag 200. The adhesive area 210 is bonded to the secondary flap 130 by an adhesive layer, while the non-adhesive area 220 can detach from the secondary flap 130. The adhesive area 210 is used to firmly adhere the RFID tag 200 to the secondary flap 130, while the non-adhesive area 220 does not need to adhere to the secondary flap 130. This allows production personnel or robotic arms to easily grasp the non-adhesive area 220 to move the RFID tag 200 and perform the pasting process, making it simpler and more convenient. When the corrugated cardboard box needs to be sorted and recycled after use, the RFID tag 200 can also be peeled off by grasping the non-adhesive area 220, thus facilitating the sorting and recycling of the cardboard box body 100 and the RFID tag 200.

[0028] Reference Figure 1 In this embodiment, a QR code 230 is provided on the surface of the RFID tag 200, and the QR code 230 is opposite to the non-adhesive area 220 along the thickness direction of the RFID tag 200. The QR code 230 is provided because the RFID tag 200 is obscured during storage and transportation after the corrugated carton is sealed. During this time, contactless information reading can be performed using a reader for convenient traceability, and the QR code 230 is hidden to prevent theft. When the customer receives the goods and opens the corrugated carton, the main flap 120 is opened, and the user can directly scan the QR code 230 to check the authenticity of the goods and trace their origin.

[0029] In some cases, due to ambient lighting conditions, mobile phones may have difficulty directly reading the QR code 230 when scanning it. Since the QR code 230 is opposite the non-adhesive area 220, users can grasp and move the non-adhesive area 220 of the RFID tag 200 to allow the QR code 230 to move appropriately to adapt to ambient lighting, thus facilitating scanning and improving ease of use.

[0030] Reference Figure 4 In this embodiment, a chip and an antenna are disposed within the RFID tag 200. Along the thickness direction of the RFID tag 200, the projection of the QR code 230 is entirely located within the non-adhesive area 220, and the projections of the chip and antenna are entirely located within the adhesive area 210.

[0031] The chip and antenna are all located within the adhesive area 210 of the RFID tag 200. This means that after the RFID tag 200 is affixed, the chip and antenna are fixed as a whole relative to the secondary flap 130, which helps maintain the stability of the RFID tag 200's remote identification function. The QR code 230 is entirely located in the non-adhesive area 220, which allows users to move the QR code 230 and adapt to varying ambient lighting conditions for scanning.

[0032] Reference Figure 3 In this embodiment, the non-adhesive area 220 is located between the adhesive area 210 and the rotation axis of the corresponding secondary flap 130. That is, the adhesive area 210 is closer to the free end of the secondary flap 130. Since the secondary flap 130 and the main housing 110 are integrally formed and bent and hinged, the secondary flap 130 can be elastically bent relative to the main housing 110. At this time, the elastic deformation capability of the free end of the secondary flap 130 is optimal, which is beneficial to use the elastic bending function of the secondary flap 130 itself to provide shock absorption for the RFID tag 200. This eliminates the need for additional shock absorption structures, reducing manufacturing difficulty and usage costs.

[0033] Reference Figure 4 In this embodiment, along the length of the RFID tag 200, the size of the RFID tag 200 is A, and the size of the non-adhesive area 220 is B, satisfying B≤0.3A. The aforementioned RFID tag 200, i.e., the adhesive area 210, is large enough to firmly adhere the RFID tag 200 to the secondary flap 130, and sufficient space is reserved in the non-adhesive area 220 to arrange the QR code 230, resulting in a better overall user experience.

[0034] Reference Figure 1 In this embodiment, the secondary flap 130 has a labeling area 131 and a non-labeling area 132. The secondary flap 130 includes a first outer paper layer, a core paper layer and a second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is wavy and is located between the first and second outer paper layers. The core paper layer is connected to the first outer paper layer and the second outer paper layer. The radio frequency identification tag 200 is connected to the first outer paper layer and is located in the labeling area 131. The elasticity of the core paper layer in the labeling area 131 is greater than that in the non-labeling area 132.

[0035] In corrugated cardboard, the core paper layer primarily provides elastic cushioning and support. Because the core paper layer in the labeling area 131 is more elastic than in other areas, when the RFID tag 200 is affixed to the labeling area 131, even if the corrugated box is subjected to internal or external impacts, the core paper layer provides stronger elastic cushioning, reducing the risk of damage to the RFID tag 200 due to impact and compression. Since only the labeling area 131 has greater elasticity than the non-labeling area 132, it can maintain the original structural strength of the corrugated box as much as possible, resulting in a better user experience.

[0036] Reference Figure 1 In this embodiment, the secondary flap 130 has a labeling area 131 and a non-labeling area 132. The secondary flap 130 includes a first outer paper layer, a core paper layer, and a second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is wavy and located between the first and second outer paper layers. The core paper layer is connected to the first outer paper layer and to the second outer paper layer. The RFID tag 200 is connected to the first outer paper layer and located in the labeling area 131. The first outer paper layer has a half-cut 133 between the labeling area 131 and the non-labeling area 132. The half-cut 133 can improve the deformation capability of the first outer paper layer at the junction of the labeling area 131 and the non-labeling area 132, and adapt to the higher elasticity of the corresponding position of the core paper layer, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the RFID tag 200 due to impact and compression.

[0037] Reference Figure 1 In this embodiment, the RFID tag 200 is connected to the end of the secondary flap 130 furthest from its axis of rotation. Since the secondary flap 130 and the main housing 110 are bent and hinged, and are integrally formed, there is a bending elasticity between the secondary flap 130 and the main housing 110, with the elasticity being greatest at the end of the secondary flap 130 furthest from its axis of rotation. Therefore, connecting the RFID tag 200 here helps to fully utilize the bending elasticity between the secondary flap 130 and the main housing 110, maximizing the buffering of impacts from inside and outside the housing, and improving the durability of the RFID tag 200.

[0038] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 In this embodiment, when the carton body 100 is sealed, a butt joint gap 300 is formed between the two main flaps 120. Along the front-to-back direction, the butt joint gap 300 is offset from the RFID tag 200. After the corrugated carton is sealed, the butt joint gap 300 is covered by sealing tape. Users typically use a knife to cut open the sealing tape at the butt joint gap 300, and then open the main flap 120 and the secondary flap 130. When the knife cuts the sealing tape, it will extend into the butt joint gap 300. Therefore, offsetting the RFID tag 200 from the butt joint gap 300 can prevent the knife from damaging the QR code 230.

[0039] The present invention also discloses a processing method for the above-mentioned corrugated cardboard box with RFID tag 200, comprising the following steps: S1: Obtain corrugated cardboard, fold it to make carton body 100, with carton body 100 in an open state; S2: Attach an RFID tag 200 to the side of the secondary cover 130 that is away from the cavity 111.

[0040] The above-described processing method produces the corrugated cardboard box with the RFID tag 200, and the manufacturing process is relatively convenient.

[0041] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "set up," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0042] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0043] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag, characterized in that, include: The carton body (100) includes a main body (110), two main flaps (120), and two auxiliary flaps (130). The main body (110), the main flaps (120), and the auxiliary flaps (130) are integrally formed. The main body (110) is provided with a box cavity (111). The upper end of the main body (110) is provided with a box opening communicating with the box cavity (111). The main flaps (120) are bent and hinged to the upper end of the main body (110) through a first fold. The two main flaps (120) are distributed front to back. The first fold extends in the left-right direction. The two auxiliary flaps (130) are bent and hinged to the upper end of the main box body (110) through a second crease. The two auxiliary flaps (130) are distributed on the left and right sides. The second crease extends in the front-to-back direction. The carton body (100) has an open state and a closed state. In the open state, the main flap (120) and the auxiliary flaps (130) are far apart from each other and the box opening is exposed. In the closed state, the main flap (120) is stacked on the upper side of the auxiliary flaps (130), and the main flap (120) and the auxiliary flaps (130) cover the box opening. An RFID tag (200) is attached to one side of the secondary flap (130). When the carton body (100) is in the sealed state, the RFID tag (200) is located between the secondary flap (130) and the main flap (120). When the carton body (100) is in the open state, the RFID tag (200) is located on the outer surface of the carton body (100).

2. The corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to claim 1, characterized in that: The RFID tag (200) includes an adhesive area (210) and a non-adhesive area (220) on the side near the sub-cover (130). The adhesive area (210) and the non-adhesive area (220) are distributed along the length of the RFID tag (200). The adhesive area (210) is bonded to the sub-cover (130) by an adhesive layer, and the non-adhesive area (220) can be detached from the sub-cover (130).

3. The corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to claim 2, characterized in that: The surface of the RFID tag (200) is provided with a QR code (230), and the QR code (230) is opposite to the non-adhesive area (220) along the thickness direction of the RFID tag (200).

4. The corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to claim 3, characterized in that: The RFID tag (200) is equipped with a chip and an antenna. Along the thickness direction of the RFID tag (200), the projection of the QR code (230) is entirely located within the non-adhesive area (220), and the projections of the chip and the antenna are entirely located within the adhesive area (210). The non-adhesive area (220) is located between the adhesive area (210) and the rotation axis of the corresponding secondary flap (130).

5. The corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to claim 2, characterized in that: Along the length of the RFID tag (200), the size of the RFID tag (200) is A, and the size of the non-adhesive area (220) is B, satisfying B≤0.3A.

6. The corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to claim 1, characterized in that: The secondary flap (130) has a labeling area (131) and a non-labeling area (132). The secondary flap (130) includes a first outer paper layer, a core paper layer and a second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is wavy and is located between the first outer paper layer and the second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is connected to the first outer paper layer and the second outer paper layer. The radio frequency identification tag (200) is connected to the first outer paper layer and located in the labeling area (131). The elasticity of the core paper layer in the labeling area (131) is greater than that in the non-labeling area (132).

7. The corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag according to claim 1, characterized in that: The secondary flap (130) has a labeling area (131) and a non-labeling area (132). The secondary flap (130) includes a first outer paper layer, a core paper layer and a second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is wavy and is located between the first outer paper layer and the second outer paper layer. The core paper layer is connected to the first outer paper layer and the second outer paper layer. The radio frequency identification tag (200) is connected to the first outer paper layer and located in the labeling area (131). The first outer paper layer has a half-cut (133) between the labeling area (131) and the non-labeling area (132).

8. The corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag (200) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The radio frequency identification tag (200) is connected to the end of the secondary flap (130) away from its axis of rotation.

9. The corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag (200) according to claim 1, characterized in that: In the sealed state, the carton body (100) forms a butt joint (300) between the two main flaps (120), and the butt joint (300) is offset from the radio frequency identification tag (200) in the front-back direction.

10. A method for processing a corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag (200), applicable to the corrugated cardboard box with an RFID tag (200) as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Obtain corrugated cardboard and fold it to make the carton body (100), with the carton body (100) in an open state; The radio frequency identification tag (200) is affixed to the side of the secondary flap (130) opposite to the cavity (111).

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