The purpose of electrostatic discharge (ESD) packaging is to protect ESD-sensitive objects from ESD damage; especially when items are being transported outside of the designated ESD protected area. ESD packets, boxes and containers safeguard objects from ESD in three key ways:
1) By preventing direct ESD impact on the item contained within.
2) By dissipating static charge from the package surface.
3) By providing a robust exterior for protection against physical impact, as well as dust and humidity.
Antistatic bags
ESD bags are ideal for small electronic components, such as PCBs. ESD bags can be categorised into antistatic (low charge), conductive, and shielded material. The resistivity standards governing your industry and application will determine the type of material to be used. Most bags consist of a polyethylene and polyester layer with a black, pink or metallised tint for identification.
Antistatic boxes
Cortronic boxes feature an impervious static dissipative skin and conductive core. It is classified as ESD shielding material suitable for use in ESD protected areas.Applications include component boxes, PCB transit boxes, IC tube boxes, and in-plant handlers for PCBs.
Conductive containers
Utz is the world leader in material-handling solutions. Utz offers an extensive range of static conductive containers, bins and trays for safe handling, transport and storage of ESD-sensitive components and assemblies.
Tip: ESD foam and moisture barriers, such as desiccants, should be used within packaging for added protection.
From the editor's desk: Inspiring the next generation Technews Publishing
News
Welcome to the August issue of Dataweek. Peter Howells is still on leave, so I am back for this issue. I hope you enjoy the content and find value in it.
August is Women’s Month in South Africa, ...
Read more...Procurement is becoming a competitive advantage RS South Africa
News
As mining, manufacturing and industrial businesses continue to navigate rising costs, supply chain disruption and increasing pressure to improve operational performance, procurement and inventory management have become strategic business priorities rather than simply administrative functions.
Read more...Omniflex delivers ICCP systems across London Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists
News
Omniflex has supplied impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) systems for a range of prominent buildings across London, helping to protect reinforced concrete structures from corrosion and extending their service life.
Read more...MTN celebrates 80 Western Cape digital graduates
News
Eighty unemployed young people from across the Western Cape have successfully completed MTN South Africa’s Digital Skills for Digital Jobs (DS4DJ) programme, earning accredited qualifications in Data Analytics, Systems Development and Cybersecurity.
Read more...Rooibos heads to space
News
A South African scientific initiative linking agriculture and space research has officially launched today with the Rooibos in Space programme at Parklands College’s Innovation Centre in Cape Town.
Read more...From the editor's desk: Local can be international Technews Publishing
Editor's Choice News
Welcome to the July 2026 issue of Dataweek. As you can see from this introduction, Dataweek’s regular editor, Peter Howells, is on extended leave and I am filling the void in his editor’s column – hopefully without being too boring.
Read more...Landis+Gyr EMEA introduces new company name: EYKON
News
EYKON is the new company name of Landis+Gyr EMEA, formerly part of the Landis+Gyr Group. The company supports electricity, gas, water and thermal utilities in managing increasingly complex networks, improving operational efficiency and enabling more sustainable use of resources.
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the publisher and its agents cannot be held responsible for any errors contained, or any loss incurred as a result. Articles published do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers. The editor reserves the right to alter or cut copy. Articles submitted are deemed to have been cleared for publication. Advertisements and company contact details are published as provided by the advertiser. Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or veracity of supplied material.
printer friendly version