Airspeed EP-Flex Renew air pillow film contains a special and precise blend of ingredients that allow for microbial biodegradation. Providing the same quality performance characteristics as the standard EP-Flex film, EP-Flex Renew is tough, 100% recyclable and contains pre-consumer recycled content. EP-Flex Renew uses a proprietary additive in the manufacturing process, attracting microbial communities found in landfills and composting environments to accelerate product biodegradability.
Using Airspeed EP-Flex Renew film for air bags in product shipping allows businesses to increase sustainability, without sacrificing operational performance.
What is The AirSpeed® EP-Flex™ Renew™?
The AirSpeed® EP-Flex™ Renew™ air pillow film by Pregis is an eco-conscious packaging solution designed for on-demand inflatable systems. It combines high-performance protection with sustainable features, making it ideal for businesses aiming to reduce their environmental footprint.
Key Features:
Enhanced Durability: Engineered to resist punctures and provide excellent tensile strength, the film stretches rather than pops, ensuring reliable cushioning during transit.
Sustainable Composition: Incorporates a natural organic bio-additive that attracts microbial communities in environments like landfills, accelerating the film’s breakdown without compromising recyclability. Additionally, it contains pre-consumer recycled content and is recyclable as category #4, where facilities exist .
Resource Efficiency: Manufactured with up to 50% less resin compared to traditional inflatable void-fill products, contributing to material source reduction .
Operational Benefits: Lightweight and space-saving, the film reduces freight costs and storage space requirements. It is compatible with Pregis’ AirSpeed systems, such as the AirSpeed Smart™ and AirSpeed 5000, which inflate the film on-demand, enhancing packing efficiency .
Customization Options: Available with a green tint for easy identification of its eco-friendly properties, and can be custom printed to support branding initiatives .
Overall, the EP-Flex Renew air pillow film offers a balance of protective performance and environmental responsibility, making it a suitable choice for companies seeking sustainable packaging alternatives.