August 28, 2009

What Are The Benefits Of Gusseted Poly Bags?

Gusseted poly bags are manufactured with a tubular production and a durable bottom seal. These are pleats made into bags which have sides and balloon out to hold the product in a box shape.

These kinds of bags have expandable squaring bottoms, which allows for more fillable space when the bag is opened. It also eliminates the edges of the plastic bag that would stick out, which are commonly referred to as “dog ears”.

Gusseted Poly bags are created from low density polyethylene or LDPE plastic film. Materials need to meet FDA or USDA specifications. Gusseted poly bags are required to be at least + or – 20% thick, as stated in the Federal Specifications A-A-3174. A bag’s size is differs based on the customer’s needs.

The bag dimensions are measured outside by width x depth x length. The width is measured across the opening of the bag; the depth is the fully extended gusset; and the length runs from the opening to the bottom.

Many companies use gusseted poly bags as a less expensive alternatives to square bottom covers and for a wide variety of packaging needs. It holds everything from small parts to all types of products. It demonstrates numerous packaging uses.

These bags are excellent for unconventionally shaped items that cannot fit in standard flat poly bags. Gussets expand easier, thus are more able to accomodate bulky or oddly shaped products. These bags can also be used for dustcovers or top sheets. They usually have larger sizes usually used as liners for large bins or cartons. It also has available gauge for heavy duty protection of bulky equipment and parts.

These bags are designed to keep items clean before shipping. It can protect products safe from certain harmful elements or conditions like moisture, dust, and scratches. Gusseted poly bags can be heat sealed, stapled, taped, or twist tied. These flexible features make the gusseted poly bags for different packaging needs. The flexible features stated can make these bags perfect for different packaging requirements.

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