As a specialist in the recycling of used cardboard into transport protection cushions, Karopack GmbH will be exhibiting two ecological products recently added to its product range at this year's FachPack.
Under the name Karotherm, the company offers insulating cushions made from recycled paper, which are particularly suitable for shipping products to be cooled and represent a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to polystyrene boxes. A significant feature of the cushions is the insulating element, which consists of kraft paper as a cover and cellulose wool as a filling. consists of. The Karotherm cushions can be used several times and are recyclable.
The second innovation is an alternative to conventional bubble wrap made exclusively from paper, which Karopack offers under the name KaroAir. The material is available in one or two layers. The bubbles are formed by an embossing process in combination with moisture, temperature and pressure. KaroAir is available in rolls of 35 or 80 cm width, in prefabricated sheets or as a padded bag. A water and oil-repellent coating can also be applied.
The core product range of the Baden-Württemberg-based company includes Karopack cushioning pads made from recycled cardboard. The proven, tear-resistant and dust-free transport protection cushions are available in standard sizes between 180 x 220 mm and 180 x 540 mm as well as in customised sizes.
Karopack has optimised its Production decentralised through „green cycles“, where used cardboard and paper is collected free of charge within a radius of around 100 to 150 kilometres and delivered back as finished upholstery material after processing. Many were realised in cooperation with non-profit workshops. The production and distribution network of reusable systems now includes 14 German locations and others in Austria and Switzerland.
For customers with a high volume of waste cardboard and a large demand for filling material for the in-house production of KaroCycler packaging pads offered. Its capacity can be customised to the respective volume and achieves an output of up to 3 m³ of padding per hour.
Source: Karopack
Karopack at Fachpack 2025: Hall 5, Stand 160
