Membrane packaging can be an alternative to conventional methods of shipping packaging, as it reduces packaging material without compromising transport protection.
Customised shipping boxes can save a considerable amount of packaging. In addition, environmentally problematic filling materials such as bubble wrap, sponge or foam filling material or polystyrene chips can be saved. In practice, however, this is not always so easy. Irregularly shaped shipping goods, fragile products or sensitive technology require special transport protection.
Membrane packaging can be an economical alternative for reducing the packaging material without compromising the protective function of the shipped goods. The special feature of this design principle is that it does not require any filling materials at all. Instead of packaging chips, bubble wrap or foam inserts, which absorb the kinetic energy generated by sudden load changes or falls and limit the movement of the product, these forces are absorbed here. by means of a flexible membrane dismantled.
Depending on the nature of the goods, users can Choose between a free-swinging and a fixed version. With membrane cushion packaging, the product is placed between two layers of corrugated cardboard. highly elastic PE or PU film windows which are then placed in a precisely fitting outer carton. External shocks are converted by this „trampoline“ into a harmless vibration amplitude, which ensures that transport damage is prevented from the sensitive high-tech product to the fragile bottle. A similar principle of action is used in the case of fixation packaging. For non-slip positioning, the shipping goods are Slid in the centre between corrugated cardboard tray and film, which is then tensioned by folding the side wings.
Universal solution for a wide range of shipping goods
In contrast to the constructive packaging specially tailored to certain products, the contour-neutral membrane packaging can be used for different shipping goods of approximately the same size. Instead of having a separate packaging solution for each product, the costs for purchasing, warehousing and provision at the packing station are significantly reduced. This also effectively counteracts potential user errors that could result from an excessive variety of different packaging designs. At the same time, the membrane pad packaging also known as Korrvu or Varioswing with over 700 design types and a load capacity of up to 30 kilograms The new range of products covers a wide range of possible applications, which makes them interesting for a wide variety of target industries.
Optionally available variants with corrosion, ESD and extended surface protection further expand the range. Short development and delivery times enable suppliers to place their products on the market quickly. The efficient production process means that Also smaller purchase quantities This makes it economically and logistically attractive for start-ups and smaller retailers in particular.
The Korrvu membrane principle
The membrane principle is also convincing from a sustainability perspective. As at least 95 per cent of the packaging consists of corrugated cardboard and is therefore considered a mono-material, it can be recycled without removing the film. At the same time, all components are robust enough to withstand repeated use. For products weighing up to one kilogramme, the Korrvu range includes The „Digital Lasercut“ packaging is even a 100 per cent paper-based variant. Instead of plastic film, a customisable mesh structure in the carton provides the necessary flexibility. In combination with laser engraving, which is also available, this creates an interesting synthesis of product protection, sustainable design and a customised unpacking experience. The Sealed Air Corporation is behind the Korrvu brand.
Source: Antalis packaging
