Oct 14, 2008 – AirPouch, the desktop void-fill system from Automated Packaging Systems, is reinforcing its green credentials as it unveils a more environmentally-sustainable material for void-fill applications.

The leader in high speed, flexible and reliable bagging solutions will produce void-fill cushions from single-source reprocessed material at the company’s European headquarters in Malvern.  The new film will contain at least 95% reused material that is by-product from its bag manufacture process.

“The environment is a primary concern for all of us, even at a time when the rising cost of raw materials is hitting customers hard.  Reprocessing by-product from our bag manufacturing process reduces the environmental impact of film and helps reduce costs,” says Mike Healey, Automated Packaging Systems’ European Marketing Manager.

“As well as reducing reliance on virgin fossil fuels and eliminating unnecessary shipping, the new film will offer cost advantages over conventional material.”

This innovation is consistent with values associated with AirPouch, explains Mr Healey.  “The ultra-lightweight cushions have long been considered a cleaner, lighter and more user-friendly alternative to loose fill material.  AirPouch offers a no-mess packing solution that reduces shipping and disposal/recycling costs, while increasing packing productivity,” he says.

The AirPouch desktop void-fill system is fast and easy-to-use, providing protective air-filled cushions to meet end-of-line packing requirements at a rate of 15 linear metres per minute.  And the award winning EZ-Tear ™ perforations make handling and separating cushions easier.  The system can operate in either automatic or semi-automatic mode creating continuous strips of air cushions.

The cushions are available in three sizes – 200x100mm, 200x200mm or 200x400mm – and several films.  The premium, high performance, multi-layer Superior film sets the standard, along with the new single-source reprocessed film and Oxo-Biodegradable film.  All AirPouch cushions are 100% recyclable where facilities exist.

Strong AirPouch cushions offer excellent protection and padding and are ideally suited for components, spare parts, CDs, books, electronics, pharmaceuticals and electrical items.   AirPouch is widely used in mail order centres, fulfilment houses and for parts distribution.

As Mike Healey says:  “AirPouch is ideal for any application where product protection and void-fill are required.  Built to the quality of the Autobag range, the machine shares many common benefits such as speed, reliability, minimal downtime and low maintenance.  And the small footprint of the tabletop system frees up valuable space in the packaging area.”

Automated Packaging Systems, is a market leader in bagging systems. Our popular Print and Pack system is a flexible and versatile solution, designed to reduce costs and increase productivity.