Over the years, corrugated plastic sheets have become the de facto choice of products across industries. From agriculture to automotive, packaging to signage and graphic arts, corrugated plastic sheets are extensively customized and used for its flexibility and durability. Also termed as pp hollow sheet, fluted plastic, correx sheets, coroplast sheets, waterproof cardboard, corflute sheets and pp corrugated sheets due to its diverse applications in different countries. Conveniently lightweight yet durable and waterproof, they are high-impact squeezed-out or twin-wall plastic sheets made of polypropylene resin.
The corrugated plastic sheets market principally revolves around many established and emerging industries. Latest entrant on that front is ecommerce. Ecommerce is sweeping demand for sub-sectors and providing the industry a huge fillip in terms of demand and innovation. Another emerging sector is agricultural buildings. We may also call them sustainable green buildings. It is eco-friendly, does not harm the environment neither during procuring, installing nor managing. Another important factor is due to its lightweight it can also absorb aluminum in roofing which can last for decades. On account of the pandemic the sector has suffered little impact but if industry reports are to be believed, this year is going to be big.
Let’s look at how this fluted plastic is used across some selected industries
Agriculture: An absolute inside-application alternative against blurb boards or card stocks which come with their own limitations, the corrugated plastic manufacturers use it wonderfully with robust agricultural packaging. Be it fruit and vegetable packaging box or food packing, the surface remains solid even during harsh weather and remains sturdy when exposed to oils, solvents, chemical or water. Produced using polypropylene this folded sheet is grounded, saves cost, multipurpose and cleaner than any other comparative material. Its durability can be tested against humidity, moisture and concoctions. Also, recyclable and reusable and not to mention visually pleasing, there are reasons enough why it has gained so widespread popularity and adoption throughout the world.
Automotive: Standing at the crossroad of transformation, the automotive industry constantly looks for innovative ways to increase quality and performance of their products. Corrugated polypropylene sheet thanks to its durability and light design not only brings down the weight of the automobile vehicle to a large extent but also ensures time savings, energy and performance. Right from interior components to wall panels, side walls to stackable boxes, the manufacturer gets more value of their bucks as far as overall improvement efficiency of their fleet is concerned.
Packaging: For the packaging industry, use of corrugated plastic sheets — be it due to its custom packaging, leakproof capability, waterproofing or reusability — has been the preferred choice of buyer. Stationary packing, distillers, grocery, book packing, garment parcel, gift box etc. are used for innumerable products through the value chain and makes for a perfect packaging material. And why not? The material, made out of Polypropylene which is a thermoplastic addition polymer is not only cheaper than paperboard but also boasts of tenacity and flexibility in its super light weight format.
Signage & Graphic Arts: Marketers of all kinds — from real estate to trade shows — print high quality corrugated plastic sheets to promote their products or service. Rain, strain, scorching sun or storm can’t do much as it holds up against natural odds. Available in array of colors and mold, depending on variety, it can be fire retardant too.
Building and construction: China pp corrugated sheet manufacturers create plastic sheet which is an excellent alternative to glass and plywood in the real estate sector. It is not only 200 times stronger than the glass but also many times lighter than plywood. It also acts as a wonderful painting compliant material and plays the role of a chemical resistor at normal temperature.
