| Effect on the Environment |
Compo stable and Biodegradable |
Remains in landfill forever |
| Molded Pulp Cost |
Less than EPS |
Costs rising due to oil and gas price increases |
| Cushioning |
Deflects, dissipates & reduces shock |
Reduces shock |
| Price Fluctuation |
Minimal: not linked to corrugated, gas, oil or resin prices |
Prices rise dramatically with gas, oil and resin price fluctuations |
| Storage/ Freight |
Nests and stacks, saving 50% to 75% warehouse space and freight costs |
Does not nest, increasing warehouse and freight costs |
| Vibration Protection |
Dampens vibration up to 3 times more effectively than EPS |
Attenuates vibration, causing potential damage to components |
| Durability |
Does not break apart |
Breaks and flakes apart easily |
| Flexibility |
Geometry of ribs allows for compression and rebound |
Temperature affects flexibility |
| Static |
Naturally static free and static neutral |
Creates static electricity, dust adhesion |
