When we prepare a package for shipment, it is important to consider both the container and the packing filler that best suits the characteristics of our product. Its function will be to fill in the gaps in the box to protect the interior during transport and handling.
There are currently multiple versions available on the market, ready to protect the content of our shipments, made of different materials. To get your packaging filler right, in addition to the material and its price, it will be interesting to consider some points:
What to assess to know which one I need?
- Characteristics and degree of protection that we need. Is the content of our shipment food? Does it include very delicate material? Can it crash? Can it be scratched? Is it heavy? We must ask ourselves any question that will help us choose the most suitable filling. That assures us that the content does not move inside and does not suffer displacement, scratches, or bumps. The goal is always to arrive in perfect condition and effectively prevent deterioration.
- Compliance with health and safety regulations. The selection and quantity of the packaging filler must be planned since it is also part of the image it projects of your company. Therefore, it is important to always opt for certified materials and official quality seals.
- The role of protective packaging in the circular economy. We will always choose options that meet the parameters of ecological design in the packaging process. Most of the filler for packaging is developed increasingly under sustainability criteria. With recycling rates exceeding 83%, paper and cardboard recycling in the EU is a success story.
- Packaging as an image vector Does the selected material provide a good image for my company? Does it allow me to communicate the values I need? Can I customize it? Creativity is also a point to consider since the reception of the product is a key moment in the client’s interaction with our brand.
Filling solutions for ratio form packaging
We offer you multiple recyclable and biodegradable padding options to protect your packaging in ratio form. However, it is critical to know that each material will provide a certain performance during packaging handling and that not all fillers are suitable for all shipments.
We have boxes and envelopes with interior padding, which offer ready protection in different formats and materials such as foam, plastic, or cardboard. If you need to be able to dispose of loose-fill material according to your needs, the range of solutions is very wide and tailor-made for you.
- Air bubble wrap and air chambers. The first is a well-known option.
- “Flo-Pak BIO Chips. “These are small, totally ecological pads, made with corn starch and water.
- Crumpled or folded Kraft paper is a cost-effective protective material for padding, anchoring, and shock absorption. Did you know that paper and cardboard fibers can be recycled more than 25 times without losing quality? Modelable and resistant, kraft is still a very good option.
- You can also discover the Sizzle Pack, an ecological paper in chip format and nine different colors that protect and add color to your order.
Now you know what to consider when choosing your most suitable packaging filler. These are just a few options that ratio form offers you to protect and personalize your shipments; if you have any questions about which material interests you the most, do not hesitate to consult our Service and Advice department.
We will be happy to advise you!
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