Core Plug Sizes & Strength Ratings
We manufacture core plugs ranging from 2 to 12 inches in diameter.
Depending on your application, we offer:
Standard-Duty
Heavy-Duty
Crush-Resistant Options
Not sure what strength you need?
Reach out to request a sample pack for testing.
Types of Core Plugs We Offer
Single Core Plugs
Protect the ends of individual cores and help maintain smooth winding/unwinding operations.
Double Core Plugs
Enable safe vertical stacking of rolls on pallets—ideal for maximizing storage space and improving shipping efficiency.
Pad Plugs
Suspends rolls inside boxes using a square pad plug with a round hub to avoid impressions or scuffing—especially useful for print media and graphic rolls.
Roll Suspension Plugs
Features a longer hub and wide flange for use with end boards and inserts. These plugs suspend rolled products to eliminate vibration and physical contact.
Why Use Plastic Core Plugs?
We integrate environmentally conscious practices into every part of our process. That commitment shows up in how we design, manufacture, and deliver our products:
Prevent Product Damage
The strong plastic construction of our core plugs resists crushing forces that could otherwise distort or collapse roll cores. Avoid costly waste and reshipments by reinforcing the structural integrity of every roll.
Designed for Stackability & Suspension
Our core plug types can be used to stack your rolls vertically on pallets or suspend them horizontally in boxes—protecting both the outer and inner surfaces of your product.
Compatible with CradlePak
Used together, Tamarack’s CradlePak and plastic core plugs provide full roll protection—from base support to end stabilization.
Recycled & Recyclable
Manufactured from recycled plastic, our core plugs are eco-conscious and recyclable at most local centers.
Plastic Core Plug Applications
Plastic film & flexible packaging
Plastic film converting
Textiles & nonwovens
Print & media handling
Building wrap & insulation
Industrial roll stock
And More
Sustainability Commitment
Tamarack Industries was founded with the goal of reducing plastic waste and keeping materials out of landfills and waterways. Our core plugs are:
We continue to invest in sustainable design and domestic production methods that minimize environmental impact.
Why Choose Tamarack as Your Core Plug Manufacturer?
U.S.-based manufacturer
No minimum order quantity
Fast turnaround and flexible production
Personalized service
More Manufacturing & Shipping Products
CradlePak Plastic Roll Cradles
Protect and stabilize rolls on pallets or in containers using our moisture-resistant, nestable cradle system.
Custom Injection Molding
Bring your custom part to life with full-service injection molding from 25–500+ ton presses. Our team can assist every step of the way - part design, prototyping, and mold production.
Order Your Plastic Core Plugs Today
We’re ready to help you choose the right core plugs for your material handling needs. Contact us for samples, custom orders, or bulk pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
A core plug reinforces the open ends of cylindrical cores to prevent crushing, collapse, or distortion during shipping and storage.