Recycled-Content Auto Bags Without Compromising Machine Performance
Reducing virgin plastic is an important objective, but automatic packaging material must still open, feed, print and seal consistently. Severn Packaging supplies recycled-content auto bags specified around the machine, product and required presentation.
Why the Complete Specification Matters
Recycled content is only one part of the bag specification. Film thickness, stiffness, slip, perforation, roll construction, seal performance and print requirements all influence reliability. The most appropriate recycled content therefore depends on the application rather than a single percentage applied to every bag.
For demanding, appearance-critical or traceability-sensitive applications, a different recycled-content level, post-industrial recycled material or virgin film may be required. Samples and machine trials help confirm the correct balance.
Stock and Custom Auto Bags
Severn Packaging holds a revised range of commonly used clear and white/clear auto bags for fast delivery. Custom bags can be produced to specific dimensions, thicknesses and roll formats with options including vents, easy-open perforations, hanger holes, specialist films and printing in up to eight colours.
Suitable for Current Automatic Bagging Systems
Auto bags are designed for compatible vertical bagging machines, including the SEVERN-DT tabletop bagging machine. The SEVERN-DT opens and presents each bag ready for loading, then heat-seals the completed pack. Optional inline printing can add variable product and traceability information.
Supporting a Practical Sustainability Strategy
- Right-size the bag around the product.
- Use the lowest suitable film thickness confirmed by testing.
- Select recycled content appropriate to the application.
- Print clear disposal information where required.
- Maintain reliable machine operation to reduce rejects and waste.
- Consolidate sizes where this can be achieved without excessive material.
Sustainability claims should be based on the actual film specification supplied. Severn Packaging can provide material information for the selected bag and help evaluate recycled-content options against machine and product requirements.
Contact Severn Packaging to request samples or discuss a custom auto-bag specification.
