Shipping Box Maker

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Now the homeless can be truly empowered! I've been advising them on how they can repurpose the cardboard boxes left outside into valuable shipping containers. Boxes measuring 2CM or less in thickness can be sent via regular mail, making them cheaper than parcels. The post office sells similar boxes for around $2.00 each - that's a staggering price when cardboard is essentially free! I'm currently working on the first project and it requires a larger print bed or could be disassembled and laid out flat to be assembled later, which will be my next step once I get settled into my new home. The rounded edges are actually the cuts made, while the chamfered edges indicate where the embosses for folding should be. The tool needed is included but may require further refinement. E-flute corrugated board is a great option as it offers more interior space and provides a sturdy base, similar to IKEA cabinet boxes which are low-grade E-flute - so save those too! I've reworked the design to fit within the 22x22cm space, but had to reduce it by about 8% to accommodate the Ultimaker 2+ still resulting in a 22+ hour print at best. I suspect the issue may be with the axis which got lost during printing and will need further investigation. I've added half-circles to the bottom of each part so they can be matched perfectly for assembly. A test print showed that it fits well together, and if assembled on a flat surface, each connector point could be secured with Crazy glue to make it rigid. I'd love to hear from the lurkers and silent majority - come on everyone, let's see some input!