Air Pillow / Inflatable Bag is a cushioning filling material used in container, truck, or air transportation. It forms an air cushion by inflation to fill the gaps between cargo, preventing damage caused by shaking or collision during transport. It is commonly used in export packaging of fragile or high-value goods such as furniture, electronics, and precision instruments. Application scenarios include: container void filling, pallet gap filling, multi-layer stacking support, etc. Precautions: select appropriate thickness and load-bearing grade according to cargo weight and transport mode; do not over-inflate to avoid bursting due to temperature changes; some countries (e.g., Australia) have flame retardancy requirements for air pillows. Difference from 'Bubble Wrap': bubble wrap is mainly used to wrap the surface of individual items, while air pillows are used to fill large spaces and secure the entire load; difference from 'Air Column Bag': air column bags independently wrap bottles, cans, and similar items, while air pillows are used for area cushioning.
📝 Examples
1. This batch of glass cups is fragile. Please place air pillows between each row of cartons inside the container to prevent them from tipping over during transport. (Note: Used to fill gaps inside the container and protect fragile items.)
2. The customer requires that all air pillows must pass SGS certification and have a thickness of no less than 5 cm after inflation, to ensure compliance with the EU Packaging Waste Directive. (Note: Emphasizes certification and specification requirements to meet the importing country's regulations.)
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