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VC999 Top 9 Different
Packaging Concepts
In this issue of the VC999 Top 9, we will take a look at
nine packaging concepts, their advantages, application and
features. If you would like to learn more about these
and other packaging concepts simply contact one of our
packaging experts and we will be glad to assist you.
POUCH
PACKAGING
Advantages: Low machine
investment, small operation space, high
flexibility
Applications / Characteristics:
Short shelf life requirements
Material
Features: Tear notch, thickness variation of 3
mil/70 micron standard and high-barrier material
available
Disadvantages: Medium cost per
package, higher labor cost, more material
inventory, small
manual output
SHRINK BAG
PACKAGING
Advantages: Medium machine
investment (Shrink Tank), medium operation space, high
flexibility
Applications/Characteristics:
Longer shelf life requirement (functions like a second skin
therefore features less purge and longer shelf life),
transport and storage package and improved
presentation
Material Features: High barrier
material, bone guard and patch bags, thickness variation 2.25
mil / 55 micron standard
Disadvantages: High
cost per package (double as pouch), higher labor cost, more
material inventory, smaller manual output
SKINPACK SINGLE
PACKAGING
Advantages: Uniform
package, attractive visual presentation, high value
presentation, retail display in hanger
shelves.
Applications / Characteristics:
Improved presentation and marketability, portion control and
value-add features.
Material Features: Easy
peel, high and standard barrier material in various
colors
Disadvantage: High initial machine
investment, high cost
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