Hybrid cushioning system
October 1st 2011 Pregis Protective Packaging Europe
has launched a new hybrid
cushioning (HC) system that can
handle multiple roll widths via a
dispenser head that is 60% smaller
than previous models.
The new AirSpeed HC Versa has a
reduced profile and is said to be the
first to produce cushioning in three
different widths: 61cm, as well as
45.7 and 30.5cm wide sizes. It can
also produce three different cell
heights: 1.9cm, 2.5cm and 3.2cm.
Pregis has also introduced HCFlex,
a high performance low-density
polyethylene air pillow film.
The AirSpeed line produces
inflatable cushioning for void fill,
containment, wrapping and
packaging needs for a range of
markets.
Hybrid cushioning differs from
traditional void-fill pillows because it
features multiple air chambers in a
horizontal and vertical pattern
instead of one large cell. Flat,
perforated rollstock is mounted onto
the AirSpeed unit, which creates the
rows of small air-filled pockets as the
air is transferred between the
individual chambers.
The HC Versa can accommodate
traditional virgin air cushioning
material, reduced gauge structures,
recycled content or ones designed to
accelerate microbial biodegradation,
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