Protective Packaging Guide

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What is protective packaging?

Protective packaging is important for protecting and securing products during transit. Protective packaging can be bubble wrap, loose fill, void fill, silica gel sachets, edge protectors and corner protectors.

Why is it important to use protective packaging?

Without protective packaging, delicate or fragile products may get damaged or broken. Most products which are to be delivered or transported should be protected in some way.

What kinds of items/products need to be protected?

In particular, products which are fragile but items which may be easily scratched or damaged in some way should be protected too.

How do I know which type of protective packaging to buy?

Each type of protective packaging is suitable for different products. For example if you have a product which is likely to be scratched, then Polyethylene Foam Sheeting could be used as this can be weaved between products.

As a general guide:

Bubble Wrap – ideal for use on fragile products which are easily broken

Bubble Bags – ideal for use on smaller products which will benefit from being secured together. They make access to the contents easy and protect the contents by 360 degrees.

Loose Fill – for use in larger boxes when there are a number of products as the contents. Loose fill will protect products 360 degrees.

What are silica gel sachets used for?

Silica gel sachets prevent products being damaged by moisture, by absorbing water and therefore preventing corrosion and mould growth. They can be used with any products where damp or moisture may cause damage.

What type of loose fill or void fill do I need?

This depends on the type of product you are packaging. Loose fill packaging and air filled bags are useful for smaller products which are to be packaged in a box. Polyethylene foam sheeting is ideal for cushioning and interleaving between products. Foam sheeting will prevent corrosion or scratches taking place.

How do I know whether to use large bubble wrap or small bubble wrap?

Large bubble wrap provides more protection as the larger the bubble, the higher the level of shock absorption during transit. Larger bubble wrap is ideal for cushioning very fragile objects and for using as void fill. Smaller bubble wrap is ideal for protecting smaller or less fragile products – by creating a protective barrier of air, it cushions the product.