Wrapt Packaging has introduced a new paper-based protective packaging material to the Australian market – Papair Bubble Wrap – designed to provide an alternative to conventional plastic bubble wrap, the company says.
The product, developed in Germany and now available exclusively through Wrapt Packaging in Australia, is recyclable, biodegradable, and made from renewable paper. According to Wrapt, the material provides cushioning and shock absorption properties suited to a range of packaging applications.
Wrapt Packaging's managing director Michael Sfetkidis said the company secured exclusive distribution rights to the product in response to growing interest from businesses seeking to transition away from plastic packaging.
“This product provides cushioning and protection, and it can be recycled in kerbside bins,” Sfetkidis said. “It may suit businesses looking to reduce their use of plastic without significantly changing their current packaging approach.”
Papair Bubble Wrap is produced using a patented manufacturing process that forms air-filled bubbles from layers of paper. It is available in single- and double-ply roll formats and can be used for wrapping, interleaving, or void filling.
Independent testing conducted on the material indicates it absorbs shock effectively, with one comparative drop test showing an 11 per cent improvement in shock intensity performance over plastic bubble wrap when dropped from a height of three metres.
Sfetkidis noted that the product is positioned to align with businesses aiming to reduce landfill waste and improve their environmental performance, and that Wrapt will continue expanding its portfolio of recyclable and compostable packaging alternatives.
Wrapt Packaging is based in Victoria and supplies packaging materials to customers nationally. Papair Bubble Wrap is available for order now through Wrapt Packaging’s distribution channels.
