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BUBBLE WRAP [1 record]

Record 1 2000-09-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Packaging in Plastic
  • Packaging Techniques
DEF

A cushioning material produced by encapsulating bubbles of air between two sheets of plastic film.

CONT

This wrap is typically flexible, soft, lightweight, transparent, water-resistant and heat-sealable. Small air bubble wrap is used for protecting surfaces and for wrapping very small, intricate items. Large air bubble wrap is used more for cushioning and void filling.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Emballages en matières plastiques
  • Techniques d'emballage
DEF

Produit de calage se présentant sous la forme d'une feuille de polyéthylène garnie de bulles d'air, ces dernières jouant le rôle d'amortisseur aux chocs et aux vibrations.

Spanish

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