Meeting the Challenges of Material Handling & Logistics
Reliable material solutions for protecting sensitive electronics throughout the supply chain.
Sensitive electronic components require effective ESD protection during manufacturing, handling, storage and transportation. Premix offers PRE-ELEC® electrically conductive and dissipative plastic compounds and concentrates that help manufacturers develop reliable ESD-protective packaging.
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Why ESD Protection Matters?
ESD damage is not always visible. A component may continue through manufacturing and testing before an ESD-related failure becomes apparent, potentially leading to rework, warranty claims and additional costs.
Effective packaging must address three important challenges:
- Hidden ESD Damage: Protect sensitive components from damage that may only become apparent later in their lifecycle.
- Changing Protection Requirements: Maintain appropriate protection as components move between ESD Protected Areas (EPAs) and uncontrolled environments.
- Mechanical and Logistical Demands: Combine electrical properties with mechanical durability, efficient handling and, where required, reusability.
ESD Protection Throughout the Supply Chain
ESD-sensitive components move through several stages of manufacturing, assembly, storage and transportation. The protection required depends on where the packaging is used.
Inside an ESD Protected Area (EPA), controlled handling conditions help manage electrostatic risks. Outside an EPA, packaging must also provide appropriate shielding against external ESD events.
Intimate Packaging
Intimate packaging is in direct contact with sensitive electronic components. Solutions such as ESD sheets and trays, conductive films and protective foams help provide controlled electrical performance at the device interface, where appropriate material selection is especially important.
Proximity Packaging
Proximity packaging surrounds sensitive components without touching them directly. ESD films and foams, conductive dividers and protective enclosures can be used in these designs, with electrostatic discharge shielding incorporated where required.
Secondary & Transport Packaging
Secondary and transport packaging protects products during storage, handling and transportation. Reusable ESD boxes, pallets and carriers, as well as corrugated boards, provide durable packaging solutions that combine mechanical protection with appropriate electrostatic control.
ESD Films
PRE-ELEC® compounds and concentrates support the production of conductive films, liners and flexible ESD packaging structures. Selected materials offer consistent electrical performance and processability for cast and blown film extrusion, including multilayer packaging applications.
ESD Foams
Conductive foams combine ESD control with cushioning and impact protection for sensitive electronics. Premix offers PE- and EVA-based concentrates for manufacturing protective foam inserts, block and sheet foams, and customized packaging solutions.
ESD Sheets & Trays
Thermoformed ESD sheets and trays help protect electronic components during manufacturing, storage and transportation. PRE-ELEC® compounds and concentrates support custom-fit packaging designs, including component trays, carrier tapes and automation-compatible handling solutions.
ESD Corrugated Boards
Conductive polypropylene-based materials enable the production of lightweight corrugated plastic boards for ESD-protective packaging. These materials can be used in shipping containers, dividers, inserts and reusable logistics packaging, offering flexibility in packaging design.
Reusable ESD Boxes, Pallets & Carriers
PRE-ELEC® conductive and dissipative materials are used to manufacture reusable ESD boxes, pallets and carriers for electronics manufacturing and logistics. Our material solutions combine controlled electrical properties with mechanical durability, with selected grades also available with recycled content to support circular packaging concepts.
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How to Choose the Right ESD Packaging Material?
Explore our PRE-ELEC® ESD Packaging Guide
Choosing the right material for ESD-protective packaging requires understanding electrical properties, packaging design and the requirements of the operating environment.
Our guide brings together the key considerations for ESD packaging, from device protection and industry standards to material selection and application-specific PRE-ELEC® solutions.
Why Premix?
Consistent, Long-Term ESD Performance
Electrical properties are built directly into the polymer matrix, supporting reliable, long-term ESD performance without relying on temporary surface treatments.
Reliable Processing and Material Quality
Excellent carbon black dispersion supports uniform electrical properties and consistent processing, helping manufacturers achieve reliable production results.
Reduced Scrap and Material Waste
Stable conductivity and predictable material performance can help reduce off-spec production, improve material utilization and minimize manufacturing waste.
Flexible Material Solutions
Our portfolio includes ready-to-use compounds and concentrates for different polymers, manufacturing processes and packaging designs, from films and foams to trays and reusable containers.
Support for Sustainability Goals
Selected PRE-ELEC® materials contain post-consumer recycled content and are suitable for reusable packaging solutions, helping manufacturers advance circular economy objectives.
Proven Expertise and Global Support
With more than 40 years of experience in electrically conductive plastics, Premix supports customers through technical expertise, application knowledge and local commercial support worldwide.
Let's Find the Right Material for Your ESD Packaging
Developing a new ESD packaging solution or looking to improve an existing one?
Our experts can help you identify suitable PRE-ELEC® compounds and concentrates based on your electrical performance requirements, polymer selection, processing method and sustainability goals.
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