Polybag 101

  1. Re-closable bags are often referred to as “zip-locks”. For some applications, the way zip-locks are made forces an alteration in the width to order. What part of the zip-lock construction is the factor that needs to be considered with the bag width? (Hint: see “zipper” under construction or blog post “custom re-closable bags: common pitfalls to avoid”)
  2. Can 2 hang-holes be punched in a bag? (Hint: See “hang-hole die-line”)
  3. Inks are translucent in nature. There are generally two ways to enhance the opacity of the inks. What are they? (Hint: Look under “end use: parts bags , zipper polybags”….the answer is in the description within the Atlantic British bag description)
  4. There are 2 types of “reinforced” die-cut handle bags listed on the site. What are they?(Hint: look under bag construction)
  5. All of the Garden and Soil bags listed on the site have something in common. What is it?(Hint: look under End use: “Garden/Soil”)
  6. What are the two types of standard tape we can offer?(Hint: look under “Construction: Tape Poly Bag Die-line”)
  7. What is kept from every case we produce? (Hint: Look at blog “Retain Program is Key to Custom Polybag Quality”)
  8. Name at least 2 door knob-hole sizes available. (Hint: Search Construction: Door knob hole”)
  9. Do custom non printed hand-made samples cost?(Hint: look under “Services----sampling “at the bottom)
  10. Do we make consecutively numbered bags? (Hint” Search “consecutive number bags”)

Scoring

9 or 10poly expert……Apply for a job at CVB ASAP

7 or 8close but no cigar…..Need some time in the plant

6 or 7check for a hole in your bag…..Need to check things closer

5 or lessthe seals are breaking………Request a sample pack

Answers

  1. Spot-welds
  2. Yes
  3. White ink behind colored inks or print on white material
  4. Patch and fold-over
  5. Pin hole vents
  6. Permanent and re-sealable
  7. Retain
  8. 1”, 1.375”, 1.5” or 2”
  9. They are free
  10. Yes