Use the right Bubble Wrap for the job Bubble packing comes in a range of thicknesses and strengths. Specialty wraps, such as anti-static wrap designed to protect electronic equipment and wraps designed to stick to themselves only or to the items they protect without leaving a residue, also are available.

I recommend:  Paper Mart, one of several Bubble Wrap suppliers, offers Bubble Wrap in thicknesses from 1/16-inch to ½-inch. Global offers extra-strength as well as anti-static wraps. PackagingPrice.com offers a selection of Bubble Wrap envelopes and mailers, both self-sealing and heat-sealable, as well as anti-static and self-adhesive wraps. For the most comprehensive section of bubble packing, though, visit ULine, which offers industrial strength and anti-static wraps, as well as self-adhesive wraps (Bubble Mask), bubble tubing and custom-sized rolls.

Keep your Bubble Wrap packaging organized and manageable On the recipient's end, loose Bubble Wrap gets underfoot, wadded up and popped, then thrown away. On the shipper's end, unruly bubble packing can lead to slowed production and costly shipping delays.

I recommend:  Check out ULine's portable roll stand, with its heavy-duty steel frame, locking casters, built-in cutting surface and a tensioner to prevent unraveling. Best of all, it assembles with only four screws. ULine also offers tabletop cutters in four widths (24, 36, 48 and 60 inches) with replaceable steel blades. If you don't need to work with large rolls of Bubble Wrap, Global and ULine each offer their most popular wraps in self-dispensing cartons.

When in doubt, consult an expert With all of the bubble packing choices available, choosing the right wrap for the right package can still be a sticking point.

I recommend:  The UPS Store is the place to go for packing advice. Their Web site offers a quick list of dos and don'ts, as well as a display of what makes for a well-packed box.

Check the quality on anti-static bubble wrap for shipping electronics Anti-static bubble packaging is made of a special type of material that minimizes and dissipates electrical static. Bubble wrap supplies labeled as anti-static can have varying amounts of static resistance and dissipation, so it's important to check the wrap's specs. Depending on where it's used and manufactured, anti-static bubble packaging must meet state and local regulations. Ideally, you want air bubble packaging that exceeds these and anti-static standards. Look for static decay and surface resistivity rates on any anti-static bubble wrap you buy.

I recommend:  Check out the quality options available from Sealed Air, or buy anti-static bubble wrap bags from Staples Industrial.

Buy bubble mailers and bags for quick, efficient sending Bubble mailers and bubble wrap bags require less time and equipment to ship products than other bubble wrap supplies. These items are pre-measured bubble wrap envelopes, usually with adhesive on the open end. This allows you to pop your product into the bag, seal it by removing the adhesive backing, and mail or box it. Bubble mailers are usually specifically made to speed up the shipping process; since they have an opaque outer layer, you can ship them without a box.

I recommend:  Purchase mailers and bags from bubble wrap suppliers such as StarBoxes.com, or choose from a wide selection of bubble bags at Bubble and Foam Packaging.

Try laminated bubble wrap for moisture-sensitive items, or items you'd like to keep private Laminated bubble wrap is often sold in rolls. The bubble wrap is coated with kraft paper on one side, so it can absorb moisture and prevent trapped condensation. It's primarily used to protect delicate items, like wood furniture, from moisture and rough handling. The paper also conceals the item, allowing sensitive items, like prototypes and research models, to be hidden from shippers and others.

I recommend:  Buy laminated bubble wrap in various sizes from Hilas, or check out Beck Packaging's selection of bubble wraps.

Purchase packing tape for sealing bubble wrap packing materials and boxes Some shipping services require you to use specific types of packing tape, such as clear tape, or tape of a certain diameter, so make sure to check. You'll also want to make sure the tape is strong enough to keep your boxes and bubble wrapped packaging safely sealed, but not strong enough to damage delicate items. Tape dispensers can help make sealing bubble wrapped packages quick and painless.

I recommend:  Check out different types of packing tape, including colored packing tape, at PackagingSupplies.com, or browse tape and tape dispensers at the eSupplyStore.

Get bubble packing roll stands for packing large amounts of product Roll stands are large bars on which bubble wrap and other packing supplies can be stored, similar to a paper towel dispenser. These stands are often made of metal to support huge bubble rolls. Some roll stands are fitted with wheels, enabling you to position them wherever they're needed throughout the day. Roll stands are most often used with rolls of perforated bubble wrap, so you save money by not buying a cutter.

I recommend:  Buy a roll stand from Uline, or check out Paper Mart's supply.

Get a tabletop cutter for cutting large sheets of bubble wrap and air bubble packaging Most tabletop cutters attach to packing tables and allow you to cut pieces from industrial bubble wrap rolls. Some deluxe model cutters come on their own roll stands to decrease the amount of equipment necessary. Unlike cutting with scissors, tabletop cutters make the the cutting process quick and straight. Tabletop cutters come in different sizes, so it's important to know what length your bubble wrap packaging materials are and order accordingly.

I recommend:  Check out these cutter models from MrBoxOnline.com and Dehnco. They hold and cut bubble wrap and other paper packing supplies.