Monthly Archives: July 2015
- July 28, 2015
If your liner is too large, and hangs over the side of the trash can, it is wasted money and plastic. A too-small liner will fall into the can.
There are two types of plastics used for trash can liners – linear low density and high density. Both have specific applications where they are more suitable.
Linear low density liners provide an excellent combination of strength, puncture resistance and tear resistance. They are ideal for sharp objects and where transport conditions are tough. ‘Mil’ is the term used to measure linear low liners. Liners typically range from .35 to 4.0 mil.
High density liners are ideal for paper and non-sharp objects under standard conditions. These liners have a low tear resistance, but use less plastic than a high density bag and therefore are more economical. High density bags are measured in ‘microns’.
- July 08, 2015
The world of food grade packaging films is a colorful and complicated one. There is no end to the options and variables. At the end of the day there are two main categories: Barrier and Non-Barrier films.
Non-Barrier Films
The simpler and less costly option of the two. While there are many different potential components, LLDPE & linear low density polyethylene is probably the most prevalent. This material makes up most of the zip lock bags or trash bin liners films we purchase every day. LLDPE is a flexible material suitable for short term storage. Many 55lb bulk butter applications utilize LLDPE film, as well as cheese sold for processing within days of production.Barrier
- July 01, 2015
The world of food-grade packaging films is intricate, offering a myriad of options and variables. Amid the diverse choices, two main categories stand out: Barrier Films and Non-Barrier Films. Non-Barrier Films, the simpler and more economical option, often feature LLDPE (linear low-density polyethylene), a flexible material suitable for short-term storage, commonly found in everyday items like zip lock bags and trash bin liners. On the other hand, Barrier Films are a more complex and nuanced category, emphasizing their ability to provide protection from oxygen and moisture. Barrier films play a crucial role in extending the shelf life of retail products and aging various types of cheese, making them a key consideration for applications requiring enhanced protective features.