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The Economic Times
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In 1957, two New Jersey inventors’ failed wallpaper idea became the foundation for bubble wrap

One packaging item that is recognized globally is Bubble Wrap. This package item helps to keep items safe from damage during shipping, protects electronic gadgets and keeps things safe. In addition, Bubble wrap is famous for creating a satisfying noise while being popped. However, bubble wrap didn't exist as a package item from its creation.

In the 1950s, two inventors, Alfred W. Fielding and Marc Chavannes, tried making a new kind of textured wallpaper but the project was unsuccessful. This unsuccessful experiment later became Bubble Wrap, which is currently utilised worldwide. According to the Stevens Institute of Technology, the two inventors came up with this invention when performing an experiment using a machine shop in New Jersey. At that time, their primary aim had nothing to do with shipping fragile goods.

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