ANTALIS Packaging has added to its portfolio with the launch of the Pregis AirSpeed Ascent, which produces up to 23 metres of cushioning per minute.
The firm said efficiency is further enhanced thanks to its ‘simple user interface and smart logic’ that recognises and calibrates the optimal system settings as each roll of film is loaded.
No wearable parts means no downtime and less servicing required, while the sleep-wake mode is designed to save power during off-hours.
Pregis AirSpeed Ascent produces hybrid cushioning (HC) with a square pattern described as offering a greater surface area than circular cushions to provide improved product protection. It also offers space savings, with one pallet of HC said to be the equivalent to almost one-and-a-half truckloads of conventional bubble film.
Two film options are available, both of which are 100% recyclable. Pregis Ascent HC film, made from polyethylene, is suited to heavy or fragile products that require extra cushioning. With 30% post-consumer recycled content, Pregis Ascent HC Renew is exempt from the Plastic Packaging Tax. Grey in colour, HC Renew contains no artificial colours or hazardous ingredients.
Stuart Bates, central product manager – cushioning and void fill at Antalis, said, “The speed and air-pressure of AirSpeed Ascent combined with the square-profile cushioning makes this a highly effective piece of kit for busy packaging operations. In addition, HC Renew film is a real asset for businesses looking to minimise the impact of the Plastic Packaging Tax.”
