The skid-mate is an air dampened cushioning device that provides a fast, cost effectiveand durable customized solution to protect sensitive products from shock and vibration. Theskid-mate can be easily mounted on a crate or pallet base creating an air-ride cushion in placeof hardwood skid runners eliminating the need for expensive air-ride trucks.Each color coded skid-mate corresponds to a specific load range and allows users to calculatetheir requirements simply and easily to avoid potential laboratory testing and use of expensivepackaging materials. Reduce packaging design & assembly time and cost• eliminate costly damage from handling hazards during shipment• reduce costs associated with shock and vibration damage