Bubble wrap protection vs. foam protection

There are many ways to protect a product inside a box. Perhaps the most popular way is bubble wrap protection, but foam protection provides equal protection for your products. But then, when to choose one or the other? Although both look like similar products, they have different properties, and in this post we will guide you in choosing the right and most efficient protection material for your products.

Bubble wrap protection

The bubble wrapes uno de los materiales de embalaje más populares y utilizados, probablemente sea también con el que estás más familiarizado. Es ligero, de bajo coste y ofrece una excelente protección con una capa de burbujas de aire acolchadas que cubren el producto. Su excelente amortiguación y propiedades de protección se produce gracias a cientos de pequeñas burbujas de aire dentro de las capas de polietileno.

Está disponible en muchos formatos diferentes, el más común son los rollos de plástico de burbujas, que permite ser cortado fácilmente a la medida que se requiere en cada momento. Se puede usar para todo tipo de propósitos dependiendo del tamaño de la burbuja; 10 mm de diámetro calidad 50 gr/m² para envolver y proteger productos uniformes y ligeros, 25 mm calidad 100 gr/m² para envolver y proteger productos frágiles, pesados y/o con ángulos cortantes.

Se pueden encontrar también film plástico de burbujas 50% reciclado, antiestático, isotérmico, bullkraft.

There is also the option of pre-cut bubble wrap, available in different sizes so you can choose the one that best suits your products. This option is ideal for protecting similar sized items, also because they are cut into set sizes you can better control the portion of bubble wrap in each packaging to avoid over-packaging.Bubble wrap dispenser boxes are also available, they make the process even easier and keep things tidy and protect from dust. For smaller items, the bubble wrap dispenser boxes offer all the protective benefits but with the added advantage of being easy to use bubble wrap bagsthey can be sealed with an adhesive strip, heat sealant or tape, and once sealed, provide complete cushioning and protect the contents. Specific bags are also available, such as anti-static bubble bags, which are perfect for delicate electronic devices such as smartphones, computer equipment and electronic components

bubble wrap is a very versatile packaging material, which is one of the main reasons why it is so popular. With the air bubble cushioning it offers, it can protect everything from small items to heavy duty protection for fragile items such as ceramics or glass. However, if you are shipping polished items, you should be aware that bubble wrap can leave small marks that can be difficult to remove, caused by the tiny air bubbles pressing on your item. Materials such as metal, glass or wood are susceptible to this, so if you are shipping items made from these materials you should consider another option such as foam protection.

Foam protection with foam foam

The foam protection es menos conocida que la del plástico de burbujas pero ofrece una protección asombrosa siendo un material muy ligero y delgado. Diminutas burbujas de aire dentro de la espuma proporcionan una amortiguación excelente.

La espuma no acumula ni polvo ni pelusa y, además, no es abrasiva, lo que significa que no raya ni deja ninguna marca. Esto la hace perfecta para envolver artículos pulidos y brillantes como el metal, el vidrio o la madera, protegiendo contra roces y raspaduras en la superficie.

Tiene menos probabilidades de generar electricidad estática que el plástico de burbujas debido a la forma en la que está construido, lo que la hace mejor para los productos electrónicos y sensibles a la electricidad. Se puede laminar para darle propiedades adicionales también, como resistencia a la perforación o para mejorar su estética. Si estás buscando un material que pueda reutilizarse, la espuma es la elección perfecta, conservando sus cualidades protectoras debido a la forma en la que está fabricado foam protection in rollsit can be cut to size and used for wrapping, separating and insulating. It is lightweight and easy to handle, so it can be used to wrap and protect various shaped items in a similar way to bubble wrap.Foam protection is also available in cut sheets, ready to use in pre-cut sizes for wrapping items or for separating products within the carton. The foam sheetsare another type of foam protection, they can be used to reinforce, block, separate items or reinforce corners. They offer solid, unbreakable reinforcement for packages and are ideal for protecting large, delicate items such as furniture. They are constructed in a way that makes them more solid than foam sheets, are very easy to cut and work with, are lightweight and can be used many times

which material is right for your products?

both materials are great options for protecting your products, but have different properties that make them better for different uses. We recommend using the right material for the right purpose, so when deciding which to choose, evaluate what you’re going to use it for before you make your purchase. Bubble wrap is a great all-round protector. With its air bubble cushioning it provides a great layer of protection whether you’re wrapping lightweight items or heavy, fragile products. But be aware that it can leave marks on polished and shiny surfaces. Foam protection is thinner and lighter than bubble wrap, which means you can store more square metres in your warehouse and it will take up less space in cartons. It’s perfect if you’re shipping delicate items with premium polished surfaces, as its smooth texture will not leave a single mark on your products. If you want to know more