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What are the Benefits of Flexible Packaging?

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Flexible plastic packaging bends, twists, and meets all your packaging needs.

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Flexible packaging is not just a great way to package your products, but a cost-effective way to be manufactured too. It requires fewer raw materials, thus becoming an economical option.

You can frequently find these versatile packaging bags at the store, in the pantry, at work, and just about anywhere. They are composed of many thin layers, each of which provides a solution to your packaging challenges. The sealant layer holds the packaging together while the structural layer keeps the product safe. One layer keeps the aroma intact while yet another maintains the temperature.

Flexible packaging materials involves the use of non-rigid materials, which allow for more cost-efficient and customisable options. It is a relatively new method in the packaging market and has grown popular due to its high efficiency and budget-friendly nature. The most external layer is best for printing information and branding.

Let’s explore some of the advantages of flexible packaging: 

  • Protects the product

    • The most obvious benefit of flexible packaging products is that it protects your product by keeping it from being exposed to external atmospheric conditions and maintaining its quality. This is especially important for food packaging where even the slightest contact with external factors can prove to be damaging. Not only that, flexible packaging provides a protective layer against physical damage that can occur during transportation, handling, and storage too.

  • Reduces wastage

    • Good quality packaging increases the shelf life of the product. This gives the product enough time until it is consumed. This reduces the spoil rate and thereby wastage. When considered on a global scale, this has a significantly positive impact on waste management.

  • Provides attractive packaging and branding

    • Outstanding packaging is what it takes to make your product stand out. Unlike traditional packaging, flexible packaging provides tremendous scope for printing and branding. There are a lot of attractive designs that can be printed on them. You can add a personality to your product through flexible packaging. If your product is wrapped in eye-catching packaging, it is sure to be picked off the shelf sooner rather than later.

  • Saves cost

Flexible packaging is a relatively inexpensive option of packaging as it requires fewer materials to manufacture. Plus, it is usually lighter in weight (almost up to 70% lighter) as compared to conventional packaging. Being compact and lightweight, it also requires fewer trucks for shipping and uses less energy to transport. What makes flexible packaging even more cost-effective is that it also ensures a higher product-to-package ratio, lowering manufacturing costs.

DOT Packtech Industries is one of the leading manufacturers of flexible packaging materials and PE cast films, specializing in the hygiene and healthcare industry. Our flexible packaging materials cater to industries such as automotive, electronics, electrical, food, pharmaceuticals, pet products, e-commerce, hardware, clothing, agriculture, and many others. We follow industry best practices and adhere to the highest possible environmental norms to deliver top quality, defect-free, and eco-friendly products.
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Choosing the Best Manufacturer for Flexible Pouches

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What is Flexible Pouch Packaging?

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Pouch packaging is a flexible form of packaging made of several layers, such as a barrier film, foil, and in many cases, added fitments such as spout & cap that assist in pouring liquid products. Keeping the needs of the FMCG sector in mind, pouches are designed with the flexibility of sizing options to fit any product.

Packaging pouches come in a variety of forms and styles. The external layer is such that it can be printed with high-impact graphics or can have attached labels for branding purposes. The combination of several tightly placed internal layers increases the shelf-life of food products, keeps them free of bacteria, and even maintains the temperature. Examples include gusseted pouches (side gusset and bottom gusset), three-side seal pouches, pillow pouches, and so on. Here, at DOT Packtech, one of the leading flexible pouch manufacturers in Pune, we often get requirements for different types of pouches depending on specific needs. In this article, we will explore the different types of flexible pouches we offer and help you find the right solution for your needs.

1. Stand Up Pouch (and those with zippers)
As the name suggests, stand-up pouches have a broad base, which enables them to stay erect when placed on an even surface. You may have seen such pouches at grocery stores in the form of ketchup, pickles, dry fruits, beverages, etc. Variations can be added to the top of the pouch where you can either seal the top or add a zipper to it, depending on the purpose.

2. Gusseted Pouches
These pouches have an extra layer called Gusset in order to increase their size and strength. When attached to the side, they are called side gussets and when attached to the bottom, they become bottom gussets. Gusset pouches can again have various types such as :

  • Window-patched Gusset Pouch

    • Besides the entire opaque packaging , there is a small transparent polymer window for viewing the product in this kind of pouches. Window-patched pouches are commonly used in food packaging so that customers can check the content before buying.

  • Spouted Bottom Gusset Pouch

    • This type of pouch has a spouted bottom gusset that helps the package stay in a vertical position on store shelves. Found in resealable options with a lid, it helps to pour out liquids neatly.

  • Standup pouch with zipper

    • Zip lock bottom gusset pouches are the same as the spouted pouches, except with an additional zip lock that allows it to be resealed even after the packaging is opened. The resealable spout provides for a long shelf life and easy storage even after the pouch has been opened. Used for packaging semi-liquid products such as ketchup, sauces, mayonnaise, liquid soaps, or glass-cleaning solutions. 

  • Bottom-side Gusset Pouch

    • These have an extra film sealed to the side or the bottom of the pouch that allows it to expand when it is filled, thereby providing more storage capacity than a flat pouch. The gusset shares the same material as the pouch and is heat-sealed on the sides and the bottom. Once inflated, the pouch can stand on its own.

    How to Choose the Right Manufacturer for Flexible Pouch Packaging

    When choosing a stand-up pouch, or any pouch for that matter, you need to ensure that it is manufactured by a trusted flexible packaging manufacturer. DOT Packtech Industries is one of the leading manufacturers offering flexible packaging solutions and PE cast film. We specialize in healthcare & hygiene industry. We have a broad range of packaging and hygiene materials & systems, specifically suited to your needs with brilliant printing quality. We also have a variety of bags, pouches, and films. Contact us today!
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