Packaging materials

Paper as the basis for the production of corrugated cardboard differs from the products from which it is produced and composed. Waste paper, kraftliner, testliner and semi-chemical pulp are just some of the common terms for paper types used in corrugated cardboard production. Each of these paper types has special properties that affect the strength, flexibility and recyclability of corrugated cardboard. Waste paper is often used for its environmental friendliness and cost-efficiency, while kraftliner is known for its robustness and durability. Numerous paper combinations as packaging material enable the best possible composition of the corrugated cardboard and form the basis for effective product protection.

Corrugated cardboard as a packaging material is often made from recycled paper and is fully recyclable, making it a sustainable packaging material. It offers excellent protection during shipping and storage and is robust enough to protect heavy and delicate products. Corrugated cardboard boxes are lightweight and can be folded flat, making transport and storage easier. They are versatile and can be used for a wide range of products, from food to electronics. Customised printing options create high-impact communications channels. As a circular product, corrugated cardboard also supports an environmentally friendly future thanks to its excellent recyclability and resource conservation.

Grass corrugated cardboard is one of the newer sustainable packaging materials and is a fantastic addition to traditional corrugated cardboard. Thanks to its specific structure and natural basis, grass corrugated cardboard is ideally suited for packaging and secondary placements of sustainable food products. Fruit and vegetable bowls or trays made from grass corrugated cardboard are often found in retail outlets. And this trend is continuing. THIMM has already developed some packaging and displays made from grass corrugated cardboard which are used for sales promotional purposes in retail outlets.

foodWave^® is a sustainable packaging material specially developed for the food industry. It is made from 100% recyclable fresh fibres that are safe for direct food contact. foodWave^® packaging is lightweight, robust and can be customised to meet the specific requirements of the food industry. With our special coating, the material is grease and oil-resistant and ideal for moist or greasy foods. It remains easily recyclable and can be disposed of with waste paper when completely emptied. Using foodWave^® as a packaging material helps to reduce the environmental impact of plastic food packaging.

Wood is a renewable raw material and is the basis of numerous packaging materials such as paper, solid cardboard and corrugated cardboard. Fresh fibres are obtained from windfall and thinning timber, a result of sustainable forest management. This promotes sustainable forestry and conserves natural resources.

Wooden pallets, such as Euro pallets, are another example of the versatile use of wood in the packaging industry. They are robust and reusable, making them an environmentally friendly choice for transporting and storing goods. Their use in pallet pools maximises their efficiency and further increases sustainability.