5 protective packages for your most fragile products

Protecting fragile products during transport is essential to preserve the integrity of your goods. To do this, you need protective packaging to reduce the risk of breakage or opening of the package. How to choose this packaging?

RAJA gives you the answer.

Which protective packaging should you use for your fragile products?

When shipping fragile goods such as electronics, crockery or glassware, it is essential toopt for packaging with a high protective value.

Here are the essentials of what you need to have in your warehouse.

The wooden crate

The wooden crate is a particularly interesting protective packaging for your shipments. Discover all our advice for choosing your wooden crates in our dedicated article.

	It is recommended to use a wooden crate like this one if you want to : provide optimum protection for fragile products, especially heavy products that cannot be packed in a cardboard box; export your goodsexport your goods, offering solid protection that is resistant to temperature variations, shocks and storage conditions; store your products your products for a long time.
	If you need to palletise your products, then opt for a wooden pallet box. With its box and pallet together, palletising will provide you with a stable unit.

The triple flute cardboard box

When it comes to logistics ,the cardboard box is a key packaging. It is present in all warehouses and protects your fragile products. It is best to opt fora triple-fluted cardboard box. As mentioned in an article on carton packagingThis is the strongest and most protective model.

	This type of protective packaging is available in different formats to best suit your needs. The triple flute cardboard box is an ideal ideal protection for loads up to 350 kg.
	There are also palletisable triple flute cardboard boxeslike this one. They are highly resistant to stacking and can and can withstand loads of up to 500 kg. They are strong and offer optimum protection for your fragile products, from storage to transport.

Cushioned pouches

Flexible packaging can be used to protect your parcels. Indeed, this type of packaging offers considerable advantages, such as light weight and versatility.

To find out more, take a look at our selection of flexible packaging for your parcels.

The padded pockets made of environmentally friendly paper are among the most popular flexible packaging for shipping your fragile products. They are : ultra-resistant and suitable for sending heavy products; protective and shockproof thanks to their paper mattress covered with two layers of 90 g/m² kraft.

Armoured packaging

Electronic components are among the fragile products that require special protective packaging. For a safe shipment, it is recommended to use shielded packaging. You will find this type of packaging in 3 formats:

	The shielded plastic bag The shielded plastic bag: products that are sensitive to static electricity can be protected in this way. This product creates protection against electrostatic discharges while protecting the goods from harmful static charges.
	The shielded box made of cardboard or plastic: thanks to its foam, it protects your products optimally from shocksbut also against static electricity.
	L’armoured case This small format is ideal for transport or shipping of sensitive components. It offers optimal antistatic and shock protection.

Packaging for bottles

As with electronic components, it is best to choose suitable packaging when sending glass bottles. Our experts have put together an article on in an article on how to choose them

Bottle packaging must be shock-proof, have built-in cushioning, and be attractive. There are various types of protective packaging, such as :

	The instant assembly box with integrated crossbars : adapted to shipments on pallets, this packaging This packaging protects and enhances your 75 cl bottles This packaging protects and enhances your 75 cl bottles of Bordeaux or Burgundy while saving time thanks to instant assembly.
	The cardboard box with cradles The cardboard box with cradles: enhancing the value, it offers optimal protection thanks to the cradles to keep the bottles flat.
	The box for beer bottles beer bottle box: the presence of integrated crossbars prevents the bottles from bumping into each other. This packaging is also ideal for promoting your goods thanks to its unusual format.

What types of parcel cushioning should be used for optimum protection?

In addition to protective packaging, your fragile products may require a cushioning solution. This offers significant additional protection. To find out more about the different cushioning materials, please see our complete guide to parcel cushioning.

In the meantime, here are some of the different types of parcel cushioning your pickers may need.

Bubble wrap

Also known as bubble wrapThis is one of the most commonly used materials for cushioning packages. It is used to wrap fragile products, or to fill the void in the package. There are different types of bubble wrap, from the more traditional to isothermal or opaque bubble wrap. It can be in the form of a pre-cut or uncut roll, and a bag. It is best to opt for recycled and/or recyclable bubble wrap for greater eco-responsibility.

Kraft paper

	Ecological and value-adding for your goods, the kraft paper also offers an excellent excellent protection for the most fragile products. For light goods, a weight of 70 g/m² is sufficient. For heavy goods, a weight of 90 g/m² is sufficient. The advantage of kraft paper is that it is customisable in terms of colour or printing. It is available in various formats, from rolls to sheets.
	It can also be found in the form of paper curlsas shown here. This offers good protection and a nice design to your packages.

Air cushioning

The air cushion cushioning can be classified as an innovative cushioning material. It consists of 99% air and therefore generates little waste. Some are made of recycled plastic and are also recyclable. Air cushions are available in dispenser boxes. You can opt for empty cushions and fill them with an inflator.

As you may have read, it is possible to protect your goods and ensure optimal reception with protective packaging.

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