Are you feeling the pinch from the skyrocketing price hikes affecting the polyethylene market? With gasoline prices rising and geopolitical tensions affecting supply chains, material costs for shipping metals like iron, steel, and other non-ferrous metals are squeezing your profits. The bottom line is that rust is not an option. Whether your products are in transit, sitting at ports, or exposed to harsh conditions, you need protection you can count on. While VCI corrosion protection films often remain the go-to choice for protection, here are 3 secrets from Armor Protective Packaging to help with the rising VCI poly film pricing yet not sacrificing protection and without increasing costs.
1) Use the Old Faithful: VCI Paper to Reduce Film Dependency
This cost-effective solution not only prevents rust, but also helps keep moisture in check, so your metal stays dry, protected, and ready when you need it. VCI paper has long been a trusted solution in military and industrial applications, and since 1979, ARMOR has been a leading manufacturer of ARMOR WRAP® VCI papers, delivering reliable rust prevention paper you can count on. Companies like Ford, GM, CAT, John Deere, and the U.S. Military rely on VCI paper for rust prevention, and for decades, they have trusted solutions like ARMOR Wrap to get the job done. With polyethylene costs on the rise, VCI coated paper offers a more stable, cost-effective way to maintain reliable protection.
2) Consider Dry-to-the-Touch RP Spray for Easier Protection
Messy greases and oils create more problems than they solve. A water-based, dry-to-the-touch rust preventative liquid like ARMOR’s Dry Coat™ Rust Preventative offers a cleaner, more efficient alternative. Dry Coat RP applies dry and is not sticky or tacky, so it will not attract dirt or dust. It does not interfere with stamping, grinding, cutting, or welding, and it removes easily when needed. A single application dries to the touch in minutes, even in typical ambient conditions, leaving behind a clear coating that helps repel moisture. With fewer safety risks and less mess, it’s a smarter alternative to traditional solvent-based rust protectants, especially as rising polyethylene costs push teams to find more efficient, cost-conscious ways to protect their parts.
3) Stock Smarter with the Industry’s Largest VCI Inventory
The third secret comes down to availability. With ARMOR’s Stock & Ready program, you have access to the industry’s largest inventory of VCI packaging, including:
- VCI Paper sheets
- and more—all in stock and ready to ship
With no order minimums and fast, reliable shipping, often same-day or next-day depending on order timing, you can respond quickly to changing demand and avoid costly production delays.
Behind the scenes, ARMOR has tripled its inventory of rust prevention and removal products to ensure they are in stock and ready when you need them. Combined with a refined order process, orders are completed and dispatched quickly so you can keep your operations moving without interruption.
Reducing corrosion costs starts with the right approach and the right partner. As rising poly prices continue to put pressure on packaging budgets, these three secrets, strategic material selection, dependable long-term protection, and reliable product availability, become even more important. When these elements work together (or separately), you can streamline your packaging process, stay ahead of cost fluctuations, and protect what matters most. With ARMOR’s solutions, you can move forward with confidence, knowing your corrosion protection strategy is built to perform.
