Protecting Electronic Components in Transit

Protecting Electronic Components in Transit

Ever seen pink bubble wrap and wondered why it was that colour? This variation is designed with anti-static properties, specifically for electronic manufacturers.

Developments in electronics design are expanding the possibilities of industrial automation, e-health, smart metering, remote monitoring and the Internet of Things. As individuals, we have grown increasingly reliant on digital devices for everyday activities such as shopping, entertainment and communication. As a result, electronics are constantly being transported across the globe.

Electrostatic Protection

Any product needs to be protected in transit, to ensure it reaches the end user in pristine condition. When it comes to electronics an off-the-shelf cardboard box simply won’t do. The challenge is that all electronic components are electrostatically sensitive, so damage can be caused by electrostatic charges.

Enclosures, casings and seals that help to protect the components will be built into the product, but additional consideration needs to be given to the packaging used for shipping these items. A reinforced cardboard box offers a robust packaging solution for many industrial items, however electrostatic charges pass through cardboard onto the electronic components. This causes degradation or damage, so additional protection is essential.

Protection Inside the Box

Polystyrene is widely used as an additional layer of protection when shipping goods, but this produces electrostatic discharges, so must be avoided when packing electronic products. Pink bubble wrap, shielding pouches, cardboard inserts and anti-static foam are all viable alternatives.

When the internal packaging has been designed for the product, the outer cardboard box must also meet tough criteria. Electronic products are fragile, so the packaging must undergo rigorous drop testing, vibration testing and compression testing to determine its suitability for shipping a small personal device or a bulky industrial machine.

As a cardboard box manufacturer, Aylesbury Box Company offers a full design and manufacturing process in order to provide the ideal packaging solution for any product. When it comes to electronics, we understand the need for electrostatic protection, along with drop, vibration and compression tested cardboard boxes.

From e-commerce, through to industrial electronics companies, finding a local box manufacturer with expertise in anti-static packaging can ensure that your products are protected in transit.