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Your Guide to Packaging Products
Having the right warehouse accessories for the right application is important. There are a bewildering number of packaging aids, so it helps to know the uses and benefits of each.
Protective Packaging
Stock cartons
- Come in variety of shapes and sizes. Economical, recyclable and versatile.
Void Fill
- Often made of recycled cardboard or paper (can be made using machine). A cost-effective method of keeping products still in transit
Bubble Wrap/Film
- Lightweight, soft and strong cushioned protection for fragile items
Corrugated Paper
- Tough, biodegradable and recyclable option that is low cost
Wrapping
Stretch
- Quick and easy to use product that is low-cost and comes in a range of strengths/thicknesses
Shrink
- Provides quality wrapping for a professional appearance. Can be water and tamper proof, making it ideal for packaging perishable foodstuffs
Strapping
Polyester
- Woven or extruded for extra strength. Can be a cost-effective and durable alternative to steel strapping.
Polypropylene
- Ideal for routine cartons and pallets. Flexible, lightweight and very cost-effective.
Steel
- The toughest strapping for the most demanding of industrial jobs. Can be used for heavy machinery, wooden cases and palletised loads