Fluting and Testliner Paper
FLUTING PAPER
Fluting paper, also known as medium, is a critical component used in the production of corrugated board. It serves as a protective layer for the exterior of the packaging, filling empty spaces in the outer case and providing a cushioning support for the primary product during. Available in different strength needs and sizes, fluting helps to ensure optimal protection of goods during transit and storage.
Fluting is an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional packaging materials such as bubble wrap and other plastic based solutions, as it is 100% recyclable and made from renewable sources.
Lightweight and flexible, fluting paper is a practical packaging solution which is also cost-effective in comparison to bespoke fitment solutions. From durability to flexibility, our packaging portfolio includes several fluting solutions to meet your specific needs.
FLUTING SOLUTIONS
Semi Chemical Fluting
A fluting solution that is produced through a combination of mechanical and chemical processes, resulting in material which possesses high strength, tear resistance and printability compared to traditional mechanical fluting. This material is commonly used in the manufacturing of corrugated boxes due to its extensive durability.
Recycled Fluting
Recycled fluting is a sustainable alternative in the production of corrugated packaging. Despite being manufactured from recycled materials, recycled fluting maintains comparable strength and durability to conventional fluting options while offering cost-effectiveness.
Lightweight Recycled Medium (LWM)
A recycled fibre based fluting solution which is lightweight to help reduce the overall packaging weight. Available in low GSM ranges, lightweight recycled medium is a durable material that is often used for lighter packaging applications.
TESTLINER PAPER
Similar to fluting, testliner plays a vital role in the production of corrugated boxes. The term ‘testliner’ refers to papers of different burst strengths, with lower grades often containing a higher level of recycled fibres.
Testliner is primarily used for the inner and outer layers of carton boxes, providing support and protection to packaged goods throughout transit and storage. Our testliner solutions have exceptional strength and printability, most often used for food packaging, packaging for consumer durables and corrugated packaging applications.
Colouring agents are often added to testliner to ensure consistent colouring, as well as starch to increase the materials strength properties. Testliner solutions can also be applied with a surface treatment to optimise its printability.
TESTLINER SOLUTIONS
Brown Testliner
A naturally brown testliner solution which is typically derived from recycled fibres. Known as an essential aspect of corrugated packaging, brown testliner offers incredible strength and durability, as well as high printability performance and runnability on corrugated machines. Brown testliner is both a cost-effective and sustainable solution for various end applications.
White Top Testliner
A testliner solution which has been applied with a white coating on one side. This coating is applied to enhance the visual appeal of the material, as well as increasing its printability. White top testliner can be classified as either coated or uncoated, with the coated solution having improved quality in terms of the standard of its surface and printability. White top tesliners smooth and bright surface makes it suitable for applications where high printing is required, including the FMCG and food and drink industry.
Mottled Testliner
A testliner solution which is characterised by its mottled appearance, meaning the surface shows both white and brown paper fibres. Offering high strength and printability, mottled testliners are used in industries which require packaging aesthetics, including cosmetics and personal care.