Five Expensive Losses Due to Static Electricity

Last Updated: July 21, 2024

Static electricity is at the heart of hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of electronic device and component damage. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause significant damage when it comes to computer components, destroying or fatally damaging expensive devices.

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ESD can permanently erase or alter magnetic media, burn holes in integrated circuits, and destroy circuit boards. In extreme cases, a buildup of static electricity can even cause fires and explosions, if a spark occurs in a combustible atmosphere. Many ESD events, however, occur without a visible spark yet still cause severe electronic destruction.

Mil-Spec ESD Packaging: Static-Shielding and Moisture-Barrier Bags

Last Updated: April 28, 2025

The Role of ESD Packaging in Aerospace and Defense Industries

If you handle electronic parts that need extra care, especially if you’re in the aerospace and defense industries, you understand how damaging static electricity and moisture can be. That’s why it’s important to use the right packaging to help protect your components. At Correct Products, you can find many ESD (electrostatic discharge) packaging options to support your operations. These include pink anti-static bags, static-shielding bags, and moisture-barrier bags.

Some projects, especially those tied to military contracts, call for packaging that meets military standards. In this post, you’ll learn what mil-spec ESD packaging means, which types are available, and why these products are a good fit for your needs.

ESD Packaging Spotlight – Conductive Bowl & Cover

Last Updated: November 13, 2023

At Correct Products, we provide a variety of ESD packaging, shipping and material handling solutions.  A popular solution for many custom applications is an ESD thermoformed plastic container, ESD tray, insert or clamshell.  Our ESD thermoforming capabilities can be utilized for both large and small production runs.  ESD plastic thermoforming offers precise, FOD free packaging and material handling and is available in a multitude of materials from clear anti-static treated plastics to black conductive plastics. 

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Vacuum Sealers 101: Using an Anti-Static Bag Vacuum Sealer for ESD-Safe Packaging

This post was updated in June 2025.

Vacuum sealing otherwise know as dry packaging is the process of removing oxygen from a bag with the goal of extending the shelf life and preserving the material or product inside the bag. In electronics and industrial packaging, vacuum sealing is essential for sensitive materials, especially when used with anti-static bags and moisture barrier bags.

A proper anti-static bag vacuum sealer helps eliminate moisture and electrostatic risk during storage or transit.

Industrial vacuum sealers are available in a variety of sizes and styles with features that can accommodate most any sealing application.

Customizing Your Packaging Workstation

Packaging workstations are the cornerstones of warehouse operations. Processing, collecting and shipping out products and other materials are key functions of any business.

Customizing a packaging workstation is a solution to increasing workplace productivity and employee efficiency. However, certain considerations need to take place before you begin this process. You have to consider ergonomics and comfort, the needs and function of the workstation, and the materials necessary for the workstation to perform at full capacity.

Why Do Electronics Need ESD Packaging?

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) refers to the flow of electricity between two electrically charged objects. When static electricity builds up, it can damage sensitive electronic devices.

ESD can make electronic components fail, erase or alter magnetic media, destroy sensitive electronics, even cause fires and explosions. Handling electronic components requires ESD-compliant protective gear, such as ESD table mats, wrist straps, ionization products and much more. Shipping ESD sensitive devices can even be more complex.

Bubble Cushioning vs. Air Pillows

Deciding on the correct protective packaging for your shipment depends on a variety of factors. You must consider the size of the shipment, weight, method of shipment and fragility factor of the product being shipped. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of bubble cushioning vs. air pillows and decide which method is right for you.