If you want the highest level of protection when shipping items via post or courier, foam inserts for boxes are the best option.
Foam inserts for boxes are effectively foam blocks fixed into outer cardboard boxes. The foam insert typically has recesses cut into it for products to sit within, often cut to the exact shape of the items to be shipped. This type of custom foam packaging insert absorbs any shock or impact, protecting its contents.
Our team of specialist foam designers at Suttons Performance Packaging can create custom foam inserts for boxes that are precisely tailored to your requirements. Options include die-cut Stratocell for single-trip applications and reusable CNC-routed Plastazote. With over 60 years of experience, we can advise on the foam packaging option best suited to your application, products, and budget.
Using foam inserts for boxes at your business provides several important benefits:
There are several types of foam packaging inserts for boxes. These include bespoke end caps and trays pre-cut to match the shape of your products or items. It is also possible to use simple foam lining or egg crate foam if sending lots of different products. Foam packaging inserts typically use Stratocell or Ethafoam materials in their manufacture.
The primary reason to use foam inserts for boxes is that they provide excellent cushioning protection, preventing your items from being damaged by shock, mishandling, and even vibration during shipping. Foam inserts are also quick to pack and unpack, improving staff productivity.
Whilst off-the-shelf foam inserts are available, custom foam box inserts provide a significantly higher level of protection. This improved protection is a result of being shaped to match the contours of the items you are shipping. A good foam converter can also engineer custom foam to minimise material use whilst maximising protection.
At Suttons Performance Packaging, the largest part of our business is supplying assembled box-and-foam packs for shipping high-value or fragile items. You can take advantage of our knowledgeable designers, with specific expertise in foam, who can create a fully tailored solution for your business. They will thoroughly assess your product, potential handling and environments it is likely to encounter in the supply chain, while also considering budget, sustainability, and your customer’s expectations.
With extensive expertise in foam conversion and in-house corrugated packaging manufacturing equipment, you can expect a range of benefits by working with us.
Flexible volumes
Inventory management
Expert design and prototyping
Knowledge
Damage prevention
Product range
Single source
On-time delivery
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