Packaging Void Fill

Automated or semi-automated void fill applications are an excellent addition to any medium to large packing operation to increase productivity and avoid product damage in transport. Popular options are as follows;

Air Pillows (Inflatable Void Fill System)

Equipment: Air pillow machines.
Process: Machines inflate plastic film to create air pillows, which are then inserted into boxes to cushion products.
Pros: Space-efficient (film is stored flat), fast, lightweight, recyclable.
Best For: High-volume shipping operations, small to medium-sized products.

Paper Fill (Paper Void Fill Machine)

Equipment: Paper void fill machines.
Process: Machines crumple or fold kraft paper on-demand to fill gaps in boxes.
Pros: Eco-friendly, biodegradable, good cushioning.
Best For: Medium to large-sized products, sustainability-focused businesses.

Instapak Foam (Expanding Foam System)

Equipment: Foam-in-place packaging machines.
Process: Polyurethane foam expands on contact with air to fill voids and mold around the product.
Pros: Provides custom cushioning, excellent protection for delicate or high-value products.
Best For: Fragile, oddly shaped, or high-value items.

Choosing Based on Product Type and Scale

For High-Volume, Light Product Shipping: Air pillows or paper void fill systems.

For High-Value or Fragile Items: Instapak foam or molded foam inserts.

For Eco-Friendly Businesses: Paper fill or molded pulp inserts.

These solutions would typically involve some upfront investment in machinery but can provide significant long-term savings in labor and material costs for large-scale operations.

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