It is common knowledge that shippers have
to deal with various consignments and it is not possible to pack every product
in standard shipping boxes. Deciding the right shipping box involves the
evaluation of a lot of factors such as specific product storage requirements,
durability of the product, transit duration, and overall physical
characteristics of the contents.
Here are 5 popular packaging solutions that
are used by shipping companies around the world.
Shrink Wrap
If you want to keep your packages together
and bundle them up tightly in one big consignment, then shrink wrap is the best
option. Apart from holding the packages intact, shrink wrap is useful in
protecting against puncture and abrasion. It is also quite durable and offers
considerable impact resistance.
Shrink wrap can be used as a primary
packaging as well as a secondary packaging. Since the key composite material is
a plastic polymer, it is cheaper (in terms of finished product) and is easy to
recycle also. The added benefit of using this material is enhanced visual
appeal which contributes towards increasing brand value.
Crates / Pallets
Crates and pallets are important components
of the shipping process. These are considered as secondary packaging and are
crucial for keeping the products safe till they are handed over or delivered to
the required destination. Pallets help to maintain a proper elevation of the
cargo so that the packages do not come in direct contact with the ground. This
is important for protecting the packages from dust and moisture which are
unavoidable if they are brought in direct contact with the ground surface.
Vacuum Packaging
This is a packaging solution where the
products are sealed and kept in a completely closed environment. Vacuum
packaging is the preferred method for perishable items as the creation of an
anaerobic environment (results in absence of bacteria, mold and yeast) helps to
minimize the risk of spoiling. So basically, anything that needs a hermetically
sealed storage environment needs to be vacuum packed.
Preservation Packaging
Preservation packaging can be best
summarized as including vacuum packaging, shrink wrapping canning and other
packaging methods. The primary aim behind this form of packaging is
preservation of the contents and to ensure that the product’s freshness is kept
intact throughout the transit.
Shock Mount Packaging
This is the safest option that you can get
for fragile products that need extra care while handling and transporting. The
key advantage of this packaging is the inclusion of a built-in shock absorption
system that provides complete protection from shock, vibration, moisture, dust
and humidity. This is usually used for fragile equipment as well as chemical
compounds that are known to be unstable. Shock mount packaging is a complex
solution but the safest in the market. However, the price tag of this packaging
is not feasible for general packaging requirements.
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