Patents on Packaging

Patent profile:

The invention relates to a packaging system from compatible thermoplastic materials comprising a packaging and at least one air-cushion system that is mounted at least in regions on the inner side of the packaging. The invention also relates to a method for packaging products by means of said packaging system, wherein a product is placed inside the packaging system and the air-cushion system is filled with gas before, during or after introducing the product.

Benefits for potential applications:

• High product protection: inflatable, interlinked air chambers absorb shocks and prevent movement.
• Fully recyclable design: packaging and air-cushion made from compatible (ideally identical) thermoplastics; enables single‑stream mechanical recycling.
• Reusable and space-saving: collapsible for storage/return; reduced logistics volume and costs.
• Customizable performance: barrier film options (air/O2/N2, water vapor), high puncture resistance, chamber layout tuned to product.
• Simple operation: inflate before/during/after loading via one or more valves; air or inert gas; typical overpressure 0.1–5 bar (preferably 1–2 bar).
• Broad material choices, including recyclates and biobased polymers (e.g., PLA); supports sustainability targets.