Packaging Cost Savings: Low-Density Polypropylene Sheet Foam

An online grocer was needing a solution that was alternative to his current non-environmentally friendly sheet foam. Microguard polypropylene sheet foam has a high coefficient of friction and lightweight properties that protect products. Being strong and resilient material, polypropylene sheet foam provides cushioning at an eco-friendly, and cost effective alternative to what the current solution was for our grocer. [call_to_action title="The Situation" tag_line="" arrow="yes" button="" link="" ] Company receives multiple environmental complaints regarding packaging for the shipments for certain products. Online grocer company serving the New York metro area starts looking for an alternative sheet foam used to wrap bananas. The alternative must be able to keep bananas from bruising while still being environmentally safe. [call_to_action title="The Solution" tag_line="" arrow="yes" button="" link="" ] Switch from Astro-foam to Microguard® Microguard® provides excellent cushioning for the shipment of fragile products such as bananas. Microguard® also meets the environmental needs and responsibilities of the company because of its strong sustainability position. The company now has an excelling talking point to promote its environmental stance back to its customers. Properties of Low-Density Polypropylene Sheet Foam: Microguard is a low-density polypropylene sheet foam featuring three stock sizes. This green packaging foam is manufactured with 40% less resin than the same thickness in polyethylene and is lighter weight. The highlights of this sustainable products are: High coefficient of friction provides amazing protection for easily scratched finishes. Excellent vapor transmission. High melting point, making it uniquely suited to handle parts which may reach elevated temperatures. Recyclable and photodegradable. For more information on IPS Packaging, stories of cost savings and success, call 800.277.7007 or contact our Sales team.