Shipping products always comes with uncertainty—even more so when the products are valuable, fragile, or unwieldy. Manufacturers’ and distributors’ timelines, customer relationships, and bottom lines depend on products arriving in excellent condition, but finding high-quality shipping materials can be challenging.

Piecemeal or one-size-fits-all dunnage solutions leave uniquely shaped products at risk, and custom-cut packaging is rare. Adherex offers complete, custom-crafted, affordable dunnage options for any application, including water jet cut foam for a precise, protective fit. Other options include containers, partitions, corrugated blocks, molded solutions, and complete assemblies.

Dunnage Totes:

These protective plastic containers shield and organize products during shipping.

Dunnage Partitions:

Partitions separate packages from one another to reduce movement and prevent damage. Large sheets of paper or plastic separate boxes and totes, while smaller, custom-designed options exist to organize tote interiors.

Dunnage Trays:

Cardboard or plastic trays secure lighter products for shipping. Trays can also support additional attached dunnage, keeping it correctly oriented and spaced for easy reuse.

Dunnage Assemblies:

Complete, purpose-built dunnage assemblies are designed to meet a specific product’s shipping needs.

Rack Dunnage:

Rack dunnage, which consists of plastic or metal racks that keep food or other items off the floor, is most often used for storage, such as kitchens and walk-in freezers.

Water Jet Cut Foam:

Only available through select US manufacturers, including Adherex, water jet cut foam can be cut to specific product dimensions for a precise and scratch-proof fit.

Corrugated Build-Up Blocks:

These bricks of layered cardboard offer a cost-effective and versatile option for creating a form-fitting shield around larger products.

Wood Fiberboard:

Adapted from construction uses, this unique material is made of compressed wood fibers and can cushion thousands of pounds of product.

Molded Foam Dunnage:

Custom-molded foams, available in multiple densities, cushion products inside totes or trays during shipping.

Adherex’s dunnage offerings are designed to meet the wide range of shipping needs facing manufacturers and distributors. Our dunnage solutions protect at every scale, from individual products to entire shipments, and include water jet cut foam logs—making us one of the few companies in the US to offer them.

Adherex packaging experts help our clients create custom dunnage options with materials, shapes, and scope engineered to match their budgets and product characteristics. These custom designs streamline the shipping process and protect our customers’ hard work on its way to their clients.

What type of dunnage do I need?

The type of dunnage needed depends on the product’s characteristics and the likelihood of damage during transport. Breakable glass items may need foam packing, while heavy metal parts need wood fiberboard cushions. Adherex experts can help you determine the right solution for your product.

Is dunnage expensive?

Dunnage is generally inexpensive, but even high-quality, custom-crafted dunnage is less costly than the consequences of product damage.

What are the benefits of water jet cut foam dunnage?

Water jet cutting technology advances have made it cost-effective, repeatable, and precise without needing molds, plates, or dies. Computer-controlled water jets can cut unique and detailed shapes in foam logs. This type of dunnage is ideal for custom applications and prototyping.

Ensuring that a package arrives with its contents intact is critical for retailers and manufacturers of all types. This is especially true in the transportation industry, where fragile parts like glass must be moved between facilities for assembly. Medical and food suppliers also need antimicrobial and temperature control solutions.