Two Reasons to Use EPS Protective Packaging (+ Examples)

Selecting the right packaging to ship your product in can be challenging. There are so many options to choose from depending on your specific needs.

If protection is the utmost priority, there is no better protective packaging material than EPS. It is durable, versatile and able to keep your product secured for the duration of the shipping process.

There are several distinct benefits in choosing EPS protective packaging products.

EPS packaging designs are moldable, so you can ensure a perfect fit for your products. EPS also cushions and protects products during the entire distribution and storage process. For products that need to be temperature controlled, EPS packaging provides exceptional insulation to keep the contents chilled when combined with a cooling agent such as dry ice or ice packs.

EPS is one of the most lightweight protective packaging materials, and its intuitive structure absorbs energy on impact and keeps the shock from traveling to the protected product.

There are several reasons to use EPS protective packaging, but let’s take a closer look at two of them and why molded polystyrene is such a valuable asset during shipping.

EPS provides superior product protection from significant drops and impact.

The structure of molded polystyrene is incredibly durable and built to withstand a significant amount of force while also providing enough cushion so the product inside remains intact and damage-free. EPS protective packaging absorbs the shock, so your product stays safe.

The tight, custom fit of EPS packaging means the product’s surface appearance is protected from any vibrations during transportation (whether from traveling on a truck, train or boat, or from being moved by hand or on a forklift). This means the surface of the product remains pristine and unmarked by the packaging material.

For extra protection, slip sheets can be used as an additional safety measure if you are concerned about labels or exterior décor scratching during transit.

EPS can be used in a variety of protective packaging applications. Let’s look at a few unique examples that showcase the flexibility and structural integrity of molded polystyrene.

EPS is often used for industrial protective packaging due to its strength, durability and flexibility.

For example, when transporting windows, a plain cardboard box offers little to no protection to delicate glass and frame materials, especially against any unexpected bumps or drops.

Corner protectors made of EPS are a standard Atlas product that can easily slide onto the four corners of the window to keep it safe during shipping. The EPS provides additional cushioning and shock absorption, so the window won’t break — even if it is dropped.

Atlas Protective Packaging has several specific benefits that set us apart from competitors.

Utilizing state-of-the-art CAD software, our designers can produce a fabricated part that will precisely fit your product, ensuring a snug fit for your product, reducing risk of damage.

Atlas’ in-house packaging engineers are also available to provide 3D modeling and prototyping services. Plus, with 16 manufacturing facilities, we provide nationwide coverage which greatly reduces your shipping costs.

Atlas EPS products are environmentally friendly, being 100% recyclable at the end of their service life. They can be dropped off at any of our locations for recycling.