What is Bubble Wrap?
Bubble Wrap is a flexible transparent plastic material invented for packing fragile objects. It consists of sheets of plastic film embedded with enclosed packets of air. These sheets can be layered or wrapped around items that require extra protection during the shipping process. Consistently spaced, these protruding air inflated packets called bubbles provide the necessary cushioning for precious or breakable items. As a type of package cushioning, bubble wrap is used to help protect fragile items whenever they are accidentally dropped, kicked, and impacted by potentially damaging shocks. Transportation vibration from conveyors, trucks, railroads, or aircraft are virtually eliminated. Placed inside a shipping container such as a corrugated cardboard or wooden box, the bubble wrap is designed to absorb levels of shock and vibration depending on how thick the cushioning Benefits and Properties of Bubble Wrap The benefits of bubble wrap are well known. It’s more flexible than cardboard,