VCI Aluminium 3D Cover

About VCI Aluminium 3D Cover

VCI ALUMINIUM

AVAILABLE GSM 135/150/180/230

Aluminium barrier foils are a perfect combination to reduce WVTR and OTR penetration inside the packaging and provideenhanced shelf life to the products. They can be vacuumed, heat sealed and stored for longer periods without the risk of losing the original condition of the product was initially packaged. 3 dimensional covers for machines, Pallet liners as well as can be supplied in 2 Dimensional bags or sheet for packaging of parts. It is meant for product protection of ferrous and nonferrous metals. Lumber, steel, agricultural, furniture, machinery, etc and primarily for industrial use.

What is a VCI Aluminium 3D Cover?

• VCI stands for Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor (sometimes also called vapor-phase corrosion inhibitor). It is a chemical treatment that emits vapors which protect metal surfaces against corrosion by forming a protective molecular barrier on exposed surfaces. Wikipedia

• A 3D cover means it is a three-dimensional shaped cover (not just a flat sheet) that can wrap over or enclose objects, accommodating shapes, corners, and depth.

• Aluminium 3D cover implies that the cover (or one of its layers) uses aluminium foil or an aluminium barrier to improve barrier properties (moisture, gases, etc.).

• Thus, a VCI Aluminium 3D Cover is a shaped cover (bag, shroud, enclosure) made with aluminium or aluminium-based barrier layers, impregnated or coated with VCI chemistry, to protect metal parts or assemblies from corrosion during storage, transit, or idle periods.

Key Features & Construction

Below are typical features and how such a cover is constructed:

Applications / Use Cases

A VCI Aluminium 3D Cover is useful in:

• Protection of ferrous and non-ferrous metal parts (steel, iron, aluminium, copper, etc.) during storage, transit, or intermediate handling. ebenezerpackaging.com+1

• Covering machinery, assemblies, tools, equipment, and components to prevent rust.

• Export packaging for metal goods, especially where humidity, salt spray, or long transit times are involved.

• Long-term idle equipment protection until commissioning.

• Use in industrial, automotive, aerospace, defense, or heavy machinery sectors.

Advantages

• Active corrosion protection: VCI vapors protect even surfaces not in direct contact with the cover.

• Barrier against moisture and gases: The aluminium layer gives excellent resistance to ingress of moisture, oxygen, and contaminants.

• Reduced need for oils or coatings: Because VCI provides protection, sometimes oil or heavy coatings can be minimized or avoided.

• Clean removal: Once the cover is removed, the part is typically clean without residual film (or minimal) to be cleaned off.

• Customizable & versatile: Covers can be tailored in shape, size, thickness, and additional features (e.g. windows, vents).

• Cost savings: Lower damage, fewer rejects, lower protective material usage (desiccants, etc.), less maintenance.