Automated Void Fill Dispensers Market Size & Share 2025 - 2034

Automated Void Fill Dispensers Market Size

The global automated void fill dispensers market was valued at USD 700.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% between 2025 and 2034. The market for automated void fill dispensers is expanding due to the rapid expansion of e-commerce industry.

The e-commerce industry is witnessing rapid growth and expansion which has led to growth in sustainable and optimized packaging for products of varying sizes. These packaging also requires cushioning materials to fill the voids left by the product in the boxes. The automated void fill dispensers help filling this void with cushioning materials like paper, foam, or air-based materials to prevent the products from being damaged in shipping and handling. The rising e-commerce and packaging industry has propelled the adoption of automated void fill dispenser machines in the market. Manufacturers are using these automated machines to optimize the use of materials which lower the cost and improves overall efficiency at the same time.
 

The push of use of sustainable materials in packaging industry has also led to increased adoption of automated void fill dispensers due to their precise material output that optimally fills the void in the packaging. This significantly reduces the wastage of materials and helps companies in complying with sustainability and environmental regulations imposed by governments across the world. The PPWR short for Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation introduced by the European Union in February of 2025 has mandated all the materials used in packaging should be recyclable in economically viable ways. The regulation also highlights the weight and volume of the packaging should be minimized. This has increased the demand for automated void fill dispensers in the market, as regulation mandates minimizing wastage of materials as well.
 

Industry 4.0 and smart warehousing adoption across various industries like e-commerce, consumer goods and most importantly packaging has led to increase in demand for automated solutions for packaging equipment. this has subsequently increased the demand for automated void fill dispensers due to their seamless integration with smart warehousing and existing automation technologies. It also increases the efficiency of the packaging line in the facility and enables smart monitoring to improve its operations.
 

Automated Void Fill Dispensers Market Trends

• The global trend of sustainability and shift towards sustainable packaging is fueling the adoption of automated and minimal waste packaging solutions in the market. The automated void fill dispensers align with this trend as they offer accurate void filling which reduces the wastage of materials, this helps companies in complying with newer sustainability and environmental regulations imposed by EU and other organizations. As these machines can be equipped with paper and recyclable non-toxic foams, they are ideal for sustainable packaging goals.
   
• The trend of automation and smart technologies in industrial machineries to improve their compatibility with smart warehousing and Industry 4.0 has significantly fueled the growth in the market. Automated void fill dispensers with AI based vision technology and IoT connectivity have made them easier to integrate in existing smart facilities and smart warehousing systems. This has increased their popularity, especially in packaging and e-commerce industries. The fully automated void fill dispensers are trending in the market due to their efficient and optimal operations.
   
• HexcelPack launched their new automated void fill dispenser equipped with new smart technologies in February 2024. The dispenser offers high packing speeds and can be equipped with sustainable corrugated paper-based packaging material which is sustainable and recyclable. This product launch has pushed manufacturers to shift towards use of sustainable materials in their dispensers to increased their sustainability.
   

Automated Void Fill Dispensers Market Analysis

Based on the type, the automated void fill dispensers industry is divided into semi-automated and fully automated. In 2024, fully automated segment dominated the market generating revenue of USD 406.2 billion and expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecasted period.
 

• The growth of the fully automated void fill dispensers is driven by the need for efficient and non-labor-intensive solutions for packaging. These fully automated dispensers are also ideal for high-capacity output required in industries like e-commerce and packaging. They also reduce the material waste by accurately dispensing the needed material which boosts the sustainability aspect of the machine.
   
• The advancements in the automation technology and integration of AI and IoT technologies in industrial machineries especially in void fill dispensers, have increased their adoption in smart facilities and smart warehousing units. These features improve the production capacity as well as efficiency of void fill dispensers.
   
• FROMM a packaging equipment manufacturer introduced their new void fill dispenser called the ‘Smart Fill’ which automatically dispenses the appropriate amount of material for filling the void in the packaging. It is achieved by using vision-based scanning system which detects the void in the packaging and fills it accurately.

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Based on packaging material type, the automated void fill dispensers market is segmented into paper-based, foam-based and others. In 2024, paper-based segment dominated the market with 43% market share and is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 4.5% from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The paper-based automated void fill dispensers are popular in the market due to their sustainable and recyclable benefits. As sustainability and environmental regulations are getting stricter across the globe, many industries including packaging and e-commerce are phasing out unsustainable and toxic materials from packaging and void filling.
   
• In February 2025, EU passed the PPWR or the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation which mandated the use of sustainable and recyclable materials in packaging solutions. This has propelled the market for sustainable and bio degradable paper-based materials in the automated void fill dispenser’s market.
   
• The foam-based material often include non-toxic foam pellets which are used for protecting fragile products in packaging. As industry shifts towards sustainability and environmentally friendly options the use of bio degradable plant based foam materials is increasing in the market. These plant-based foam pellets are ideal for void filling of fragile products.

In terms of country, the United States led the automated void fill dispensers market with about 79% of the North American market share and revenue of USD 165.3 million in 2024.
 

• The expansion of the U.S. market is primarily driven by rising e-commerce and packaging industry in the country. In the first quarter of 2025, the estimated e-commerce sales were around USD 300.2 billion in the country as reported by the Census Bureau of the United States. The growth of e-commerce industry in the country highlights the increasing need for packaging solutions.
   
• The trend of sustainability and environmentally friendly solutions of industrial needs are also shaping the market for automated void fill dispensers. This trend has pushed the popularity of paper-based automated void fill dispensers in the country as they are much more sustainable and environmentally friendly, which helps manufacturers align with sustainability goals.
   
• The industry shift towards smart factories and automation is prevalent in the country, this has created the demand for fully automated void fill dispensers. Dispensers with smart technologies like vision-based AI and IoT for connectivity to improve their productivity and efficiency.
   

The automated void fill dispensers market in Europe is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The demand for automated void fill dispensers in Europe is growing due to increased demand for sustainable packaging solutions in the region. Stricter sustainability regulation in the region are pushing the use of bio degradable and minimal wastage protective packaging solutions. This has boosted the demand for fully automated void fill dispenser in the region. Additionally, the use of paper-based packaging materials in these automated void fill dispensers increases their sustainability appeal. In Germany, the shift towards fully automated factories and adoption of smart warehousing has increased the demand for fully automated void fill dispensers integrated with AI and IoT technologies to seamlessly integrate with existing smart facilities.
   

The automated void fill dispensers market in the Asia Pacific is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The growing e-commerce industry in Asia Pacific is driving the growth of automated void fill dispensers in the region. Countries like China and India are witnessing rapid growth in e-commerce and packaging industries. The increasing industrialization and adoption of Industry 4.0 is also fueling the growth for automated void fill dispensers in the region. In China, the rising sustainability efforts from the government has led to an increase in demand for fully automated void fill dispensers which reduces wastage of packaging material. Technological advancements like integration with smart factories and smart warehousing have also boosted the adoption of smart automated void fill dispensers in the country.
   

The automated void fill dispensers market in the Saudi Arabia is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The growth of the automated void fill dispensers industry in Saudi Arabia is driven by increasing sustainability efforts from the government to reduce plastic waste and promote bio degradable materials in the country. The retail e-commerce industry in the country is further boosting the demand for automated and high-volume packaging solutions. As the country is shifting towards automated factories and smart warehousing the fully automated and smart void fill dispensers are gaining popularity in the country.
   

Automated Void Fill Dispensers Market Share

• The top five companies in automated void fill dispensers industry are IPG, Pregis, Rankpak, Sealed Air, and Storopack Hans Reichenecker and they collectively hold a share of 15%-20% in the market.
   
• These companies continue to acquire and merge with others, expand facilities, and make various collaborations to increase their product offerings, access customer bases, and secure their market positions.
   
• In June 2021, Sealed Air announced an investment of USD 30 million in their production facilities across Unites States and global markets. This investment included facilities in Ohio, West Virginia, UK, Philippines, and China. This expansion in production facilities have increased their production capacity and helped them retain their key position in the global market.
   

Automated Void Fill Dispensers Market Companies

Major players operating in the automated void fill dispensers industry are:

• Ashtonne Packaging
• Crawford Packaging
• EcoEnclose
• Fromm Packaging Systems
• HexcelPack
• IPG
• Kite Packaging
• Omni Group
• Papier Sprick
• Pregis
• Ranpak
• Sealed Air
• Storopack Hans Reichenecker
• The Packaging Club
• Zepak
   

To improve the product and market share key players are constantly investing in technological activities and are also entering into partnerships to provide improved and better solutions for the customers. These investments are benefiting both companies and customers as they help develop and offer solutions as per the changing technological trends and thus the customer requirements.
 

In May 2023, Storopack introduced their new void fill dispenser system called ‘Paperplus Dragonfly’ which features a high-capacity paper void fill system designed for large parcels. This new dispenser offers adjustable speeds and variable cushion density features which can be adjusted as per the requirements. While dispensing the Dragonfly crimples the paper which enhancing the efficiency of the packing.
 

Automated Void Fill Dispensers Industry News

• In October 2024, Pregis launched their new fully automated void fill dispenser called the EasyPack GeoTerra dispenser. This new automatic model is built to deliver faster and efficient solutions for high volume operations. This dispenser uses ‘wrappable’ paper which provides light cushioning and protection. Its aesthetic designs appeal to its use in consumer goods and electronics industries.
   
• In August 2023, HexcelPack introduced their bladeless automatic void fill dispensing solution which was aimed at reducing the waste and cost. This new dispenser features a sustainable paper option for product packaging for various industry needs including retail packaging and corrugated shippers. This product launch helped HexcelPack in expanding their automated void fill dispenser solutions.
   
• In May 2021, FROMM a packaging equipment manufacturer introduced their new void fill dispenser called the ‘Smart Fill’ which automatically dispenses the appropriate amount of material for filling the void in the packaging. It is achieved by using vision-based scanning system which detects the void in the packaging and fills it accurately.
   

The automated void fill dispensers market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue (USD Million) and volume (Thousand Units) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, By Type

• Semi-automated
• Fully automated

Market, By Packaging Material Type

• Paper based
• Foam based
• Others

Market, By Operation

• Integrated
• Standalone

Market, By Output Capacity  

• Up to 100 m/min
• 100  m/min - 200  m/min
• Above 200 m/min

Market, By End Use Industry

• Packaging
• E-commerce
• Electronics
• Pharmaceutical
• Consumer goods
• Automotive
• Others(furnishing and home goods, cosmetic and personal care, etc.)

Market, By Distribution Channel

• Direct sales
• Indirect sales

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada 
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Netherlands
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
• Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE