Air Pillow Cushioning

Air packaging refers to lightweight plastic pillows or cushions filled with air, used as void fill and cushioning inside shipping boxes. It protects products from shifting, impact, and vibration during transit while adding minimal weight, helping reduce shipping costs compared to heavier materials like foam or paper.

Rapid Fill air pillow bags are available in three sizes: 9x11, 11x15, and 14x18 inches, allowing you to match cushioning coverage to different box dimensions and product sizes. Larger operations can also use air pillow film rolls with machines for continuous, on-demand pillow production.

No machine is required for Rapid Fill air pillow bags, which come pre-filled and ready to use, making them ideal for low-to-medium volume operations. Air pillow film, however, requires a dedicated machine such as the desktop Mini Pak'r or the high-output Uline Air Cushion Machine to inflate and seal pillows.

Yes, air pillow cushioning is manufactured from recyclable LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) film, making it an environmentally responsible choice for void fill and protective packaging. Many recycling programs accept clean LDPE film, so businesses can incorporate air pillows into existing sustainability initiatives.

Air pillow cushioning is best suited for lightweight void fill rather than heavy or sharp items. For those applications, it's recommended to pair air pillows with additional protective materials such as bubble wrap or foam to ensure adequate impact resistance and prevent punctures during transit.

Rapid Fill air pillow bags inflate in approximately 8 seconds, allowing packers to quickly fill voids without slowing down the line. For film-based systems, machines like the Uline Air Cushion Machine can output pillows at up to 1,200 feet per minute for high-volume packing operations.