Over the years, a lot has been said about the plastic bags and their perils to the environment and people. However, that has not affected their popularity. Why? The reason is because they are the most functional packaging option that are cost-effective, easy to use, and convenient to store. They are beneficial to retailers and consumers in several ways, and thus are a popular packaging option in spite of all the shortcomings. Realizing the growing demand for clear plastic bags and other types of recyclable poly bags, they are being manufactured in bulk quantity in wholesale prices. Universal Plastic is
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  Storing food items in vacuum seal bags is pretty common and convenient on both domestic and commercial levels. There are vacuum storage bags, which can be refrigerated and even frozen, thawed, and then heated. FDA-approved, good-quality thick plastic needs to be used for such bags to store food, as the bags be capable to withstand hot and cold temperatures. They should not melt when heated or crack and tear up when frozen. This happens when low-quality thin plastic bags, and hence FDA has separate standards for storing food items as there should be no risk of the melted plastic
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Over the years, businesses have been investing in billboards, television commercials, and several other promotional items to establish their brand in the minds of their customers. Additionally, they have been investing in various small and large customized promotional items to make their brand stand out in the crowd. Although many of these promotional items have a certain impact on viewers and customer’s mind, nothing can match the intensity of impact created by a custom printed plastic bag. In recent years, there has been a big shift towards bags made of natural fiber or eco-friendly materials; however, custom printed personalized plastic
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Product storage and packaging is an important concern for industries that deal with sensitive or delicate products, especially the food industry. Thus, manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers are always on a lookout for efficient products that will help them assure the safe delivery of products to end users. Among the various choices available, seal top reclosable bags have gained immense popularity in recent years. These bags are made of clear plastic, and feature zipper locks, which helps secure the contents of the bag as well as provide a clear view of stored item. These bags are ideal for storage, display, securing,
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Zip lock resealable bags are widely chosen for shipping, packaging and storage applications. These zip lock bags are immensely useful for several applications across industries ranging from food, manufacturing, electronics, construction, automotive, and many others. Mostly clear and transparent, these zip lock plastic bags are available in several sizes and mil thicknesses to meet diverse requirements ranging from storage and shipping to cooking, heating in a microwave, deep freezing, and so on. Regardless of the application you need these zipper bags for, it is crucial to know the right size and Mil you require. This post discusses some guidelines which
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Packaging has become an important part of the branding exercise as it is the face of the product. It not only protects your food or items within but helps retain the freshness and original properties. Nowadays, there are many options when it comes to packaging, and this includes stand up pouches. Top brands from various industries are replacing the conventional way of packaging with flexible packaging methods because of their focus on using environment-friendly and lightweight packaging materials. Stand up pouches fit into all these categories and literally stand on retail shelves. So, they are widely accepted, popular, and the
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There are strict regulations the medical and pharmaceutical sectors have to comply with when it comes to tamper-proof packaging, waste disposal, and transfer of medicines. Also, the bags in which packaging is done or the waste is disposed need to comply with the regulatory standards set for the concerned state, regarding plastic disposal and recycling. The bags need to be recyclable. There are a number of plastic medical bags or pharmacy bags used in these two sectors for various applications ranging from dressing disposal waste bags, specimen bags, and adhesive closure bags to bedside and respiratory setup bags. This post
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Poly bags are one of the most common types of plastic bags, which are used to transport and store a variety of items. These bags are lightweight and possess a sleek design, smooth curves, and are flexible in nature. Poly bags are affordable, and available in a variety of colors and sizes. Owing to their versatility and popularity, today, it is easy to find several custom poly bag manufacturers in the US, and Universal Plastic stands tall among them. The company has been around for over twenty years, and specializes in custom poly bags. How is the company different from
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Stand-up pouches are laminated bags that are generally made up of either plastic or an amalgam of aluminum and plastic film. These pouches occupy less amount of space and need reduced packaging material than conventional packing methods like boxes and cartons. A typical stand-up pouch consists of many different features like zippers, pour spouts, release valves, and slider closures. Stand-up packaging safeguards the products against pests, moisture, odor, and vapor. Stand-up packages are completely customized for market purposes. Stand-up pouches are utilized in the single-serve beverages, pet foods and pet treats, confectionary items, breakfast cereals, snacks, and cookies. Factors Driving
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A gusseted bag is a bag that has an extra material piece added to its bottom or sides or both. This makes the bag very spacious. Although the gusseted bags can be manufactured using a wide range of materials, they are mainly made using plastic. The gusseted poly bags serve a wide range of purposes. They are great for kitchen use. These poly bags are the best option for packing and storing food items. Their creased sides can be expanded for accommodating bulkier items. As all the gusseted poly bags are manufactured using virgin resin, they abide by all the
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