KRAFT PAPER: ECOLOGICAL AND ECONOMIC PROTECTION

Kraft paper is an ecological and economical packaging solution, which offers several uses and advantages. It is therefore easy to recycle, comes from sustainable resources, is easy to use and reduces your company’s carbon footprint. In short, it will help your customers understand your company’s values, together with a unique unboxing experience.

So why choose plastic materials to protect your products when there is a 100% recyclable and greener option? Undeniably, companies are starting to bet on more Eco-Responsible alternatives, eliminating the use of plastic. In this sense, kraft paper is also less damaging, quick to use and helps you save space in your warehouse, as it takes up much less room than any other air-filled packaging.

What uses does kraft paper have?

Surely one of the most important features of kraft paper is its versatility, and it can be used as filler, cushioning or to wrap your products.

Protect your products inside the boxes by filling the empty spaces. This way, they won’t get damaged or move during transport.

So too as kraft paper crinkles and the air that sits between its layers creates an excellent cushioning effect.

As well as also offering protection against the minor incidents that may occur during its handling. Undeniably, kraft paper also offers a natural appearance being quite aesthetic.

Why should you use kraft paper as protection in packaging?

Kraft paper is therefore 100% renewable, recyclable and biodegradable. In addition, it takes up little space and is economical.

• It comes from renewable materials

Paper comes from a 100% renewable material: wood. Contrary to popular belief, paper does not destroy forests because the paper industry only uses wood-based products, such as waste wood, or uses sustainably managed forest trees.

We explain how a sustainable forest works: when a tree is felled, the trunk is used to generate wood and the branches that are cut down to keep the trees healthy and the sawmill waste is used to make paper. If, eventually, you want to know if your paper or cardboard comes from a sustainable forest, see if it has the PEFC or FSC labels.

• It is recyclable

So did you know that over 50% of the paper that is manufactured in Europe is made from recycled materials? Several reports prove that the percentage of European plastic that goes for recycling is much lower compared to paper. So the trend is that more and more consumers are choosing paper packaging over other materials and that recycling plays an important role in the sustainability of the paper cycle.

• Biodegradable

At the same time, paper decomposes quickly, leaving no trace of toxic materials such as plastic.

• Occupies little space

Paper is simply a sheet of paper that, to be placed as protection for a package, simply needs to be wrinkled. Above all, it can store much more in less space.

► What types of kraft paper can you find?

1. Recycled kraft paper

Kraft paper is ideal for packaging your products or filling the empty spaces inside your boxes.

• Ecological: 100% recycled and recyclable paper
• Excellent presentation: natural brown colour;
• Versatile: for example, for packaging your products and filling the inside of your boxes.

As a result, it can be found in 2 qualities: standard (72 gr/m²) or industrial (90 gr/m²) and in a wide range of sizes and formats (in roll or paper bag).

2. Natural Kraft paper

It is ideal for packaging products due to its rigidity and good presentation.

• Flexible and resistant: as a result, it can be adapted to all formats. Tear- and puncture-resistant;
• Biodegradable and recyclable: made from virgin fibres. Opaque and antistatic.

It is available in roll or sheet format. It is also available in 2 qualities: 72 gr/m² and 90 gr/m².

3. Coloured kraft paper

Ideal for wrapping gifts or products.

• Excellent presentation: pure premium quality 60 gr/m² kraft paper, flexible and puncture-resistant;
• Available in white, bright or classic colours, in roll or sheets.

4. Geami WrapPak

Geami WrapPak system is ecological and innovative, it protects your products and gives them a unique presentation. So it will be hard for your customer to forget about a differentiating presentation. Here are some packaging ideas:

► How to use kraft paper to protect your products safely?

Kraft paper can be applied manually or with machines. The system is simple, just crinkle and fill the spaces of the boxes so that the object is fixed.

There are systems to do this manually:

However, if your cadences are high, we recommend using machines. Here is a short guide to find out which machine is most suitable for your company:

For outputs up to 1000 boxes/day.

Up to 1500 boxes/day.

Large cadences of 1500 to 2500 boxes/day.

All cadences up to 500 boxes/day.

For medium and large cadences up to 1000 boxes/day.

Small cadences of up to 100 boxes/day.

For high throughputs of up to 1000 cartons/day.

For all cadences up to 500 boxes/day.

Where can you find kraft paper?

At RAJA we are packaging specialists. So if you’re looking to buy kraft paper, you’ve come to the right place. We deliver within 48/72 hours in mainland Portugal. Visit our website and if you need any advice, please contact our experts. They will be happy to help you find the solution that best suits your business.