How It’s Made: Bubble Wrap

What is Bubble Wrap?

Bubble wrap is one of the most commonly used packaging materials. It provides superior protection for items in transit. This form of protective cushioning absorbs shock and provides surface protection. Bubble wrap can be found in various sizes and levels of cushioning making it a great option for a wide variety of packaging needs. So how is bubble wrap made?

How is Bubble Wrap Made?

Bubble wrap is made from tiny beads of resin with different properties. The resin is then combined and melted to form a thin film. Next, the film is flattened to the desired thickness and fed through rollers. These rollers have small holes which vacuum air onto the film to form the air bubbles. Once the air is blown into the film, it is fed through more rollers and sealed with another layer of film. Once the second layer of film traps the air, the bubble wrap is cut, perforated and rolled into large rolls of industrial sized bubble.

This process allows for bubble wrap to be completely customized. Whether it’s changing the length, perforations, bubble size, or even the color and shape of the bubbles!

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