WML Paperboard Products

Paperboard for every application

WML Paperboard offers a superior range of paperboard solutions designed for the most demanding applications. Our products provide exceptional strength, superior printability, and consistent quality that leading brands depend on to enhance their packaging and brand identity.

Formakote™ Radiance LL

hi-white, two side coated folding box board

Formakote™ Radiance is the ideal choice for brand owners and marketers looking for a cost-effective, white two-sided coated board that will promote and enhance brand values and identity. The smooth coated surface on Formakote™ Radiance provides a clean, crisp, white flat print surface that delivers outstanding printability and enhanced graphics.

Made from 100% virgin fibre, sourced from sustainable Radiata Pine plantations within a 100km radius of our Mill, available with FSC® – C010438 certified board on request.

Application ideas:

  • Premium print litho lamination onto corrugated and other substrates
  • Wine cases, electronics, grocery packaging, point of sale

Printability:

  • Complex graphics
  • Able to be highly glossed, foiled, embossed
  • Neutral shade allowing more consistent colour reproduction
  • Suitable for all printing applications including gravure

    Structure:

    • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
    • Double coated top side
    • Uncoated reverse side (Manilla)

    Formakote™ Radiance

    Hi-white coated on two sides folding boxboard

    Formakote™ Radiance is the ideal choice for brand owners and marketers looking for a premium, white double blade coated board that will promote and enhance brand values and identity. The smooth coated surface on Formakote™ Radiance provides a clean, crisp, white flat print surface that delivers outstanding printability and enhanced graphics.

    Application ideas:

    • Health Care - multivitamins, pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals
    • Personal Care - cosmetics, toiletries, haircare
    • Cigarette - flips, outers
    • Tea - bags, loose

    Printability:

    • Suitable for all printing applications including gravure
    • Spot gloss, cold foiling and embossing
    • Complex graphics
    • Back side full printable
    • Neutral shade allowing more consistent colour reproduction
    • Pharmaceutical laser coding-certified

    Structure:

    • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
    • Double blade coated top side
    • Single rod coated reverse side

    Formakote™ Sherpa

    Coated one side, wet-strength kraft-backed carrier board

    Formakote™ Sherpa is a three-ply carrier board that provides structural  strength in damp chiller environments and delivers great printability at a cost-effective price point. A sturdy wet-strength board, suitable for a wide range of applications across the beverage, dairy, ready to eat meals, and seafood markets.

    Application ideas:

    • FMCG - freezer, chiller cartons and sleeves
    • Beverage - glass bottle multipacks (up to 15 x 330ml), twin stack can packs
    • Seafood - wet fish, shellfish, scampi, prawns

    Printability:

    • Complex graphics
    • Suitable for sheet off-set, digital and flexo printing.

      Structure:

      • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
      • Double coated top side
      • Uncoated kraft reverse side

      Formakote™ Sherpa Lite

      Coated one side folding boxboard with unbleached kraft on the reverse

      Formakote™ Sherpa Lite has high dry strength properties, enabling the product to be used for lightweight fridge and freezer applications. 

      The coated surface delivers exceptional printing results that will allow you to enhance your brand and deliver sharp, clean images.

      Application ideas:

      • FMCG - freezer and chiller cartons and sleeves
      • Fresh Produce - fruit punnets, cartons and clamshells

      Printability:

      • Complex graphics
      • Suitable for sheet off-set, digital and flexo printing.

      Structure:

      • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
      • Double blade coated top side
      • Uncoated reverse side

      Formakote™ White

      Coated two sides, white-back folding boxboard

      Formakote™ White folding boxboard suitable for a wide variety of applications where a high-quality print and a clean, crisp white appearance on both sides are required.

      Formakote™ White is a great choice for brand owners seeking an economical, white two-side coated board, that provides a smooth surface for excellent printability to enhance your brand values.

      Application ideas:

      • FMCG - confectionary, chocolate, dietary supplements
      • Fast Food - fries, burger clams, trays
      • Personal Care - cosmetics, perfume, medication

      Printability:

      • Suitable for sheet fed, offset, digital and flexo printing
      • Complex graphics
      • Back side fully printable

      Structure:

      • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
      • Double blade coated top side
      • Single rod coated reverse side

      Formakote™ White GR

      Coated two sides folding boxboard

      Formakote™ White GR has a double coating on one side, which allows for improved printability.

      The grease-resistant coating on the reverse side makes Formakote™ White GR the perfect option for food service applications where protection from oil and grease penetration is required.

      Application ideas:

      • FMCG - petfood, tacos, confectionary, chocolate
      • Fast Food - fries, burger clams, trays
      • Frozen Food - fish fillets, chicken

      Printability:

      • Suitable for sheet fed, offset, digital and flexo printing
      • Complex graphics
      • Back side fully printable

      Structure:

      • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
      • Double blade coated top side
      • Single rod coated reverse side

      Formakote™ Natura

      Coated one side manilla-backed folding boxboard

      Formakote™ Natura is a strong, cost effective, and fully recyclable boxboard suitable for a range of application in the FMCG, industrial, food service, and bakery markets. It is a great choice for brand owners and marketers looking for a cost-effective white one-side coated board that will promote and enhance brand values and identity.

      Application ideas:

      • FMCG - cereal, tea, muesli bars, biscuits, confectionery, baking goods, pet food tissues
      • Chilled and frozen foods - ready meals, fish, chicken, ice cream, pizza
      • Fast food - fries, burger clams, trays
      • Personal care

      Printability:

      • Suitable for sheet fed, offset, digital and flexo printing
      • Complex graphics

        Structure:

        • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
        • Double coated top side
        • Uncoated reverse side (Manilla)

        Formakote™ Solaire

        Coated one side folding boxboard

        Formakote™ Solaire is light in weight and high in bulk, making it suitable for a wide range of FMCG applications. With a double coated top side, you can achieve crispy and complex graphics, while the uncoated reverse side ensures the board remains a cost-effective option for all product packaging needs.

        Application ideas:

        • FMCG - Cereals, tea and coffee, frozen meals, bakery, seafood, tissues
        • Food service - Takeaway clamshells, trays, fries cartons

        Printability:

        • Complex graphics
        • Suitable for sheet off-set, digital and flexo printing.

          Structure:

          • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
          • Double coated top side
          • Uncoated reverse side 

          Formakote™ Spectra

          Coated one side kraft backed folding boxboard 

          Formakote™ Spectra is a strong, cost-effective, and fully recyclable folding boxboard suitable for a wide range of applications across the FMCG, industrial and food service markets. It is a great choice for brand owners and marketers looking for a cost-effective boxboard that provides excellent product protection while delivering high-quality printability.

          Application ideas:

          • FMCG - SRS (shelf ready shippers), multipacks, freezer and chiller sleeves and cartons
          • Industrial - tools, parts, stationery
          • Fresh produce - fruit punnets, cartons and clamshells

          Printability:

          • Complex graphics
          • Suitable for sheet off-set, digital and flexo printing.

          Structure:

          • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
          • Double coated top side
          • Uncoated kraft everse side

          Formakote™ Spectra Natural

          Uncoated folding boxboard with unbleached kraft on both sides 

          High in strength, Formakote™ Spectra Natural is made using 100% virgin fibre with high bulk properties, making the grade suitable for a number of different folding carton applications. 

          Formakote™ Spectra Natural is the ideal solution for those looking for a carton board that possesses a natural finish and appearance.

          Application ideas:

          • FMCG - SRS (shelf ready shippers), multipacks, freezer and chiller sleeves and cartons
          • Food Service - takeaway clamsheels, trays, pizza cartons
          • Industrial - tools, parts, stationery
          • Fresh produce - fruit punnets, cartons and clamshells

          Structure:

          • 3-ply board structure for yield and stiffness
          • Uncoated top side
          • Uncoated reverse side

          Our Sales Representatives

          Our team of sales representatives have a wealth of experience and a commitment to exceptional service. When you work with WML Paperboard, you gain a dedicated partner who understands your needs and is committed to delivering results.

          Steve Bidelman

          Vice President USA Sales

           

          Brett Keen

          Rest of World Sales Manager

           

          Mark Mills

          New Zealand Sales Manager

           

          Andrew Brain

          Sales Manager SEA and Australia

           

          Russell Holstock

          Sales Manager Australia

           

          RECORD OF EXCELLENCE IN MANUFACTURING

          WML Paperboard products form the packaging base of some of the world’s leading brands. Our paperboard solutions are trusted for their exceptional strength, reliability, and ability to enhance brand presentation.