Air Column Bag is an inflatable cushioning packaging material made from multi-layer co-extruded plastic film. After inflation, it forms independent air columns used to protect fragile, precision, or high-value goods from impact and vibration during transportation. It is widely used in cross-border e-commerce, international express, electronics, glassware, alcoholic beverages, and other export packaging. Usage scenarios include: product inner packaging, box filling, pallet wrapping, etc. Precautions: confirm that the air column bag material meets the environmental requirements of the destination country (e.g., recyclable marking); after inflation, the volume expands, so calculate the volume utilization rate of containers or air carriers; avoid puncture by sharp objects; some countries require MSDS or food-grade certification. Compared with Bubble Wrap, Air Column Bag has higher compressive strength and saves more storage space (flat when uninflated); compared with Foam Box, Air Column Bag is lighter and lower in cost, but has poor thermal insulation. The difference from ordinary Air Pillow is that Air Column Bag usually has a columnar structure and can wrap products independently.
📝 Examples
1. We recommend using air column bags for this glass cup, with each cup individually inflated and then placed in a five-layer corrugated carton to ensure it will not be damaged during sea transportation. (Note: recommending a packaging solution to the customer, emphasizing transportation safety)
2. Please confirm that the thickness of the air column bag is 20 silk and that the diameter of the air column after inflation is not less than 5 cm; otherwise, it cannot pass the drop test. (Note: specifying technical specifications in the purchase order to avoid quality disputes)
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