Suspension Packaging

Suspension packaging is easy to use and simple to assemble.

Provides valuable or fragile products with unparalleled product protection throughout the shipping cycle—even after repeated drops. Suspension packaging suspends your product in the airspace of the shipping container between two layers of highly resilient low-slip film. The design suspends your product away from impact, providing consistent protection for fragile products even after repeated drops. The tough and resilient suspension film retains its effectiveness for return shipments and multiple uses.

Suspension packaging compliments your product’s appearance – combining outstanding cushioning protection and attractive presentation. It also supports goals related to eco-friendly packaging by reducing waste and promoting reusability.

Suspension packaging is easy to use and simple to assemble.

How Suspension Packaging Works

Suspension packaging holds products securely between two layers of transparent film, which are attached to a corrugated frame. This setup allows the item to “float” within the box, absorbing shock from all sides. The film stretches to form a tight, custom fit around the product, reducing movement during handling or transit.

This method protects fragile or high-value items without requiring foam inserts or loose fill. The result is both functional and visually clean—ideal for items that benefit from presentation as well as protection.

Key Features and Benefits

Suspension packaging offers several important benefits:

• Shock Protection: The suspended product remains isolated from the box walls, which helps reduce impact damage.
• Reusable: The durable film and frame can be used for multiple shipping cycles. 100% curbside recyclable
• Space Efficient: Ships in flat, taking up minimal storage space.
• Quick Assembly: The system sets up in seconds without adhesives or extra equipment.
• Customer Presentation: The clear film showcases the product in transit and during unboxing.

Compared to traditional paper packaging, this option provides a cleaner, more consistent fit for delicate items and often reduces damage-related returns.

Materials and Sustainability

Suspension packaging systems from Alta Packaging are constructed with recyclable corrugated boards and film materials. This approach aligns with companies that prioritize low-waste packaging. Unlike foam-based solutions, these systems break down easily in recycling streams.

For businesses seeking eco-friendly packaging, suspension systems support both performance and sustainability goals without compromising product safety. These packaging solutions offer a strong alternative to single-use paper packaging while supporting long-term use and waste reduction.

Suspension systems are also available in various sizes and configurations to fit specific products. Alta Packaging provides solutions that match your shipping and handling requirements. Branding options and volume-based ordering are also available.

Applications and Industries Served

Suspension packaging is used to ship electronics, medical devices, cosmetics, glassware, and other fragile products. It performs well with items that need to remain centered and stationary during transit. This includes smartphones, tablets, circuit boards, diagnostic tools, and giftware.

Retailers and manufacturers that currently use paper packaging or molded inserts often find suspension systems more effective for sensitive shipments.

Comparison to Other Packaging Types

Compared to foam inserts and paper packaging, suspension packaging offers better shock absorption and presentation value. Foam can crumble, and paper may not prevent movement during transit. Suspension packaging reduces waste while improving product security and appearance.

Find Out More About Suspension & Retention Packaging

Suspension and retention packaging holds the product securely within its proprietary retention frame and revolutionary film membrane to provide engineered protection for a wide range of applications.

Contact us for more information!

If you have any questions about suspension packaging, please feel free to contact us. This is one of our most popular products and it helps countless businesses increase their shipping rates and decrease their overhead.