Clear, Form-Fitting Packaging. It’s not all the same.
When you open a package, the first thing that comes to mind is probably not what type of packaging it’s in. However, when you’re looking to start packaging your own products, it’s important to know the difference. There are four main types of clear, form-fitting packaging used today: Blister Packaging, Vacuum Packaging, Shrink Wrapping, and Skin Packaging. Today we’ll see the positives and drawbacks of each type–and what kind of products are a good fit. Blister Packaging: We all know this one. Blister packaging is a hard plastic shell put over a product and sealed to a substrate. It is used in a wide range of products from pharmaceuticals to children’s toys. The main appeal of blister packaging among the three is its compartmental style. Pre-formed molds make it easy to dose in the case of pills or parts kits, and it also helps protect products from being crushed during transit. This is why blister is often used for over-the-counter drugs, toys, and electronics. Compared to shrink and ...