What Is Honeycomb Paper and How Is It Made
Honeycomb paper is a recyclable kraft material with hexagonal cells that absorb shock. Made at 90m/min and 1200mm width, it replaces plastic wrap in inner and outer packaging.
What Honeycomb Paper Actually Is
Honeycomb paper is kraft paper formed into a repeating hexagonal cell structure. It starts flat on a roll and expands into a three-dimensional cushion when pulled. The open-cell geometry traps air and absorbs impact, providing protection without using plastic or foam.
How the Hexagonal Structure Is Formed
A honeycomb paper forming machine scores and forms the kraft paper web as it moves through the machine. The resulting roll has a consistent pattern of slits that open into hexagonal cells when stretched. The machine operates at a fixed speed of 90m/min and produces rolls with a width of 1200mm.
Why Manufacturers Switch from Plastic Wrap
Honeycomb paper replaces plastic bubble wrap with a recyclable, single-material solution. It does not slide on products, reduces damage during transit, and fits into existing paper recycling systems. It is used in both inner and outer packaging without changing packing line operations.
Where It Is Used
It protects electronics, glassware, ceramics, automotive parts, generators, and consumer goods. It is used in bulk packaging, display racks, shoe boxes, and crafts. Its strength and light weight make it suitable for items from small components to large industrial equipment.
Making It In House with a Honeycomb Paper Machine
A honeycomb paper making machine converts plain kraft rolls into formed cushioning material on site. This eliminates reliance on external suppliers, controls production cost, and ensures consistent supply. The machine is designed for continuous operation with a fixed speed of 90m/min and a width of 1200mm.
Related Questions
What machine is needed to make honeycomb paper?
A honeycomb paper forming machine is required to create the hexagonal cell structure from kraft paper rolls. The machine operates at a fixed speed of 90m/min and produces rolls up to 1200mm wide.
Can honeycomb paper be used for outer packaging?
Yes. It is strong enough for both inner and outer packaging. It resists compression and provides shock absorption for heavy or fragile items during shipping.
Is honeycomb paper recyclable?
Yes. It is made from kraft paper and water-based glue, so it goes into the standard paper recycling stream without separation.
Does honeycomb paper resist humidity?
Yes. Kraft paper used in honeycomb packaging can be coated with PE film to resist humidity, making it suitable for outdoor or high-moisture environments.
Can the machine produce different roll widths?
The machine is designed for a fixed width of 1200mm. It does not support adjustable or variable width settings.
What is the production speed of the machine?
The machine operates at a fixed speed of 90m/min. It does not have adjustable speed settings.
Is the machine suitable for small-scale production?
Yes. The machine is designed for continuous operation and can be used by converters, e-commerce fulfilment centres, and packaging producers of any scale.
Put This Into Practice
If you are costing a paper cushioning line, send your volumes and the kraft width you can buy. We will work out what machine that needs.