{"id":11509,"date":"2026-02-04T05:54:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T10:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=11509"},"modified":"2026-02-04T05:54:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T10:54:09","slug":"macfarlane-packaging-introduces-new-paper-cushioning-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=11509","title":{"rendered":"Macfarlane Packaging introduces new paper cushioning system"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n<figure class=\"article-image__container\">\n                                    <picture><source media=\"(min-width: 990px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.packaging-gateway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/02\/PadPak-770x433.png\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 430px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.packaging-gateway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/02\/PadPak-940x528.png\"\/>\n                                    <\/picture><figcaption class=\"c-featured-image__description\">The system can be used for multiple packaging requirements at a single site. Credit: Macfarlane Packaging \/ Ranpak.  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"drop-cap\">Macfarlane Packaging has introduced the PadPak Guardian 30, a paper cushioning system developed by Ranpak.<\/p>\n<p>The Guardian 30 is designed to serve organisations dispatching more than 50 packages daily. It offers both single and double-layer paper cushioning and is compatible with several paper types, including Kraft, recycledKraft, and Ecoline papers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"in-article-premium-insights mobile-useragent-scalar\">\n<section class=\"gms-b2b-marketing\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.packaging-gateway.com\/wp-content\/themes\/goodlife-wp-B2B\/assets\/images\/GMS-logo.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4> Discover B2B Marketing That Performs <\/h4>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCombine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globaldatamarketingsolutions.com\/\" class=\"gms-find-out-more\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind out more <span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"9\" viewbox=\"0 0 13 9\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11.685 4.5548L1.25586 4.5548L11.685 4.5548Z\" fill=\"white\"\/><path d=\"M11.685 4.5548L1.25586 4.5548\" stroke=\"white\" stroke-width=\"1.03145\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><path d=\"M7.85693 0.918855L11.9827 4.5731L7.85693 8.33789\" stroke=\"white\" stroke-width=\"1.03145\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p>The system is intended for a variety of uses, from light protection for large and extra-large items to medium- and heavy-duty needs.<\/p>\n<p>Using 30in fanfold paper, the machine is suitable for integration into different packing setups such as table delivery, batching processes, or complete packing lines.<\/p>\n<p>The loading mechanism has been designed to minimise interruptions by reducing the frequency of reloading.<\/p>\n<p>Operators are expected to benefit from straightforward controls, which may help reduce training periods and promote consistency in packing activities.<\/p>\n<p>The system can be used for multiple packaging requirements at a single site.<\/p>\n<p>In line with Macfarlane\u2019s environmental initiatives, the Guardian 30 provides an alternative to plastic-based void fill and foam-in-place products by supporting a switch to recyclable, paper-based options while aiming to maintain existing levels of protection and throughput.<\/p>\n<p>Macfarlane Packaging category head Chris Machin said: \u201cThe addition of Ranpak\u2019s PadPak Guardian 30 further strengthens Macfarlane\u2019s portfolio of paper cushioning systems. Customers are increasingly looking for solutions that improve efficiency while reducing environmental impact.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Guardian 30 does exactly that. 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Credit: Macfarlane Packaging \/ Ranpak. Macfarlane Packaging has introduced the PadPak Guardian 30, a paper cushioning system developed by Ranpak. The Guardian 30 is designed to serve organisations dispatching more than 50 packages daily. 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