# Cushioning ## Shockingly good shock protection. Plant-based materials engineered to absorb shock, resist crush, and protect products through the stresses and strains of last-mile delivery. [Talk to a specialist](https://www.temperpack.com/products/cushioning#) ### Talk to a specialist If you’re looking to improve your customer experience, bolster packaging performance, reduce total costs, or move away from plastic, we’d love to talk. ## Our Offering ### A smart alternative to EPS. EPS is bulky and wasteful. TemperPack delivers plant-based cushioning built for today's supply chain. ## Performance that protects Engineered to absorb shock from drops, vibration, and crush, TemperPack cushioning protects edges, corners, faces, and complex geometries in demanding last-mile environments. Custom solutions are engineered and tested against your specific requirements. ## Sustainability that works Plant-based cushioning eliminates the material and disposal risks of single-use plastics while delivering anisotropic protection for stacking, wrapping, and column strength. Non-conductive, fire-safe materials align with existing end-of-life infrastructure. ## Reliability at scale Consistent performance as volume, SKUs, and fulfillment complexity increase, proven across fast-paced DTC operations. Manufactured in ISO 9001:2015–certified facilities with dedicated account teams for onboarding and support. ## Platform Technologies ### Two plant-based platforms. One protection standard. Choose the platform that best fits your product, operation, and sustainability goals. ### Plant-based Compostable [Green Cell Foam](https://www.temperpack.com/platforms/green-cell-foam) Plant-based, compostable protective foam with strong shock absorption and cushioning performance. USDA Biobased TÜV OK Home & Industrial Compost certified & water soluble. Available in multiple thicknesses. [Read more](https://www.temperpack.com/platforms/green-cell-foam) ### Paper-based Recyclable [WaveKraft](https://www.temperpack.com/platforms/wavekraft) Paper-based, recyclable cushioning panels with 50–80% better protection vs. standard paper or plastic solutions. Wraps, folds, and bends to fit product geometry. Produced onsite or nearsite for operational control and efficiency. Made with paper from FSC-certified mills. [Read more](https://www.temperpack.com/platforms/wavekraft) ## Formats & Configurations ### Engineered to fit. TemperPack cushioning is custom-engineered around product geometry, impact risk, and pack-out constraints—so protection is consistent, repeatable, and scalable across formats. ### Structural protection Provide edge, corner, and face protection for high-risk shipments. ### Configurable formats Include wraps, bracing, inserts, sleeves, and hybrid structures. ### Tailored designs Address complex geometries and high-impact risk profiles. ## Industries Served ### Engineered for protection across industries and channels. 01 Electronics and high-value goods Engineered paper cushioning that absorbs impact and reduces breakage in parcel and LTL transit. 02 Cosmetics and personal care Right-sized protective formats that safeguard fragile packaging while supporting sustainable brand positioning. 03 Wine and fragile goods Targeted edge, corner, and face protection that minimizes damage, reships, and costly returns. 04 E-commerce and same-day fulfillment Lightweight, space-efficient cushioning solutions that protect products without slowing pack-out or increasing freight. 05 Packaging distributors and integrators Flexible paper-based formats that integrate easily into distributor programs and custom pack-out systems. ## EPS was built for a different era. - Made using benzene, a known carcinogen - Non-recyclable and landfill-bound - Fire hazards and microplastics - Fails modern EPR and recyclability standards ## Improve your packaging performance. Damages driving up costs and hurting your customer experience? Protect your products, reduce breakage, and transition away from plastic.