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The uses and markets for polyethylene or poly bags are virtually endless. Whenever you need to protect an item during storage or shipment, Atlantic Poly can supply a poly bag that is right for the job. Lighter density poly bags are a good choice for items that are not heavy and require only a basic shield from their nearby environmental surroundings. Heavy density poly bags keep your goods safe from harm in more abusive environments where dirt, dust, moisture, and motion could damage your goods.

• Do you need branded plastic bags or printed poly bags with your logo or company information, or to support a cause with a targeted message? We have the capabilities to imprint poly bags in up to eight colors on two sides.
• Gusseted Poly Bags provide a precision fit for boxes, drums, or other packaged goods. Gusseted polyethylene bags and wicket type poly bags are used for applications where the shape and style of the poly bag is critical to how it will be used.
• Atlantic Poly offers clear low cost zippered bags are made for repeated uses. Besides having a long life these Quick Zip Bags meet FDA/USDA specifications.
• Flat Polyethylene Bags are our most economical solution to many of your plastic packaging needs and requirements. Our inventory includes millions of Flat Poly Bags in hundreds of sizes. Flat poly bags are used where a clear presentation at a low cost is required.

For many companies, procuring the right packaging, can be daunting. This is especially true of polythene bags and shrouds. They come in all shapes and sizes, just about any thickness imaginable; some are welded at the bottom, some at the side. Some are printed in various colors; some have no print at all. For larger items many companies use pallet covers and pallet shrouds.

At Atlantic Poly Inc, these specialty custom made Polyethylene and Poly Plastic Shrouds can be made to fit most size objects and there is no minimum order.  These polyethylene and poly shrouds can be manufactured from various types of film - low density, anti-static, mil spec material, etc.

There are different designs of low-density polyethylene (plastic) material to cover your palletized product with. There are differing manufacturing techniques, colors, prints, shrink capabilities, resins, and recycled. But if your company is a large quantity user of pallet covers, gusseted and seal on side or centerfold are very common. Both are made of polyethylene, come in several thicknesses and colors, and can be printed. To get a quote today on custom made poly bags and shrouds, contact Atlantic Poly Inc today. 

In any industrial facility, the possibility of exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids cannot be ignored. And spills such as these pose health risks not only to employees, but can endanger the environment as well. Using drum liners would afford additional security against leaks and spills. DrumSkins™, Poly Plastic Drum Liners from Atlantic Poly Inc provide an extra level of safety, reliability and protection, especially when used for dense or viscous materials. Drum liners are a necessary precaution in keeping chemical contents separated from other materials and waste products.
 
Keeping up the level of safety and security in the workplace requires maintaining high standards of regulations and practices. And since chemicals such as oils, fuels and other materials which can all contribute to pollution, industrial facilities need to exercise extra precautions. Polyethylene Plastic Drum Liners are a step that would afford additional security against leaks and spills. There are many chemicals in the products and resulting wastes which are made and/or used in manufacturing. Many can prove quite dangerous to people's health and the immediate surroundings.
 
As a Polyethylene and Poly Drum Liner supplier, Atlantic Poly Inc provides a sensible, cost-effective and environmentally friendly method for storing, mixing and processing liquids, pastes and powders. Contact us for a quote.

Consider using custom plastic bags to promote your business. Using a branded bag to promote your business is effective when your business requires customers to use a bag to transport their purchases in. Having your company's logo on the bag, along with its name and tag line goes a long way in increasing the brand recall of your business.

Dry cleaners, grocery stores and deli’s are perfect examples of businesses that can use branded plastic bags from Atlantic Poly. Atlantic Poly’s Clear Dry Cleaning bags are made with hanger holes, sloped shoulders and are available in roll form for easy dispensing.  Dry Cleaning Garment Bags on Rolls are perfect for protecting everything in your wardrobe from dust and dirt, and keeping them wrinkle free! We also supply both reusable and recyclable plastic grocery and shopping bags to many grocery store chains and retail stores across the US.

For branded plastic bags or printed poly bags with your logo or company information, we have the capabilities to imprint poly bags in up to eight colors on two sides. Keep in mind, the print needs to be bold and legible, and the message should be easy to read from a distance. Generally, it is best to print in a bold color with a font that is easy on the eyes. Printed Poly Bags, or branded plastic bags, are useful for many different industries. And, we can print as few as 5,000 bags. We also have complete layout and graphic services available for your convenience.  For getting your name out there on bags, Call Atlantic Poly today.

Many people will wonder, what is a Roll Off Dumpster Liner? A dumpster liner, in many ways, can be considered to be a massive garbage bag. However, many more attributes are used to specify dumpster liners, such as thicknesses, colors, sizes, chemical make-ups, uses, manufacturing techniques, and packaging.  Even more importantly, there are many different liner requirements/types based on your company's specific application.  Concrete companies, asbestos abatement companies, environmental service corporations, and others rely on Roll Off Dumpster Liners  to contain materials which may be hazardous to public health or our environment. The liner is easily installed and the dumpster is ready to use in no time. in the US (varies by state), environmental laws require the use of dumpster liners. This is necessary so  when a dumpster is being transported there is contaminated liquid dripping.

Many manufacturing facilities produce a daily amount of liquid refuse or semi-solid refuse. These companies  use dumpster liners, or BinSkins for daily operation. BinSkins are mainly black opaque in color and thicknesses typically range from 3 MIL thick to 12 MIL thick. The most popular container sizes are 20, 30 and 40 yard. However, at Atlantic Poly we also make drum liners and liners are also made for larger applications such as railway trailers and truck trailers and you may request a quote for any of these larger sizes. BinSkins are easily installed by one person and are designed to have an overhang on each side, so that the liner may be secured by tying it off to hooks, and taping or tying in knots to avoid having it blow off. Contact Atlantic Poly for your BinSkins order.

This new technology produces plastic which degrades by a process of OXO-degradation. The technology is based on a very small amount of pro-degradant additive being introduced into the manufacturing process, thereby changing the behavior of the plastic. Degradation begins when the programmed service life is over and the product is no longer required. There is little or no additional cost involved in products made with this technology, which can be made with the same machinery and workforce as conventional plastic products.

The length of time it takes for oxo-biodegradable products to degrade can be ‘programmed’ at the time of manufacture and can be as little as a few months or as much as a few years. They are protected from degradation by special antioxidants until ready for use, and storage-life will be extended if the products are kept in cool, dark conditions.

Unlike PVC, the polymers from which oxo-biodegradable plastics are made do not contain organo-chlorine. Nor do oxo-biodegradable polymers contain PCBs, nor do they emit methane or nitrous oxide even under anaerobic conditions. Only oxo-biodegradable can be economically recycled. Its counter part, hydro-biodegradable is more expensive. Contact us today to learn more about  recycling plastics and be sure to check out our eco-friendly plastic products.

Stretch film and shrink wrap are a commonly used packaging materials used in industries to secure items to a pallet or crate. Industrial film and shrink wrap provide important protection of goods and binds them to a pallet or crate for safe transportation or storage by keeping the items tightly bound and protected from the elements. Most film and shrink wrap is composed of polyethylene and PVC. By wrapping many layers of these materials to an object to be placed on a pallet, they offer secure holding.

The film/wrap can be wrapped automatically or semi-automatically using specialized machinery or it can be wrapped manually. The film is pliable, thin and sticks to itself, so there is no hassle in trying to knot, glue or staple it closed. But because they are used in the industry, the sheets of stretch film and shrink wrap used with machinery are much longer and wider, and depending on the size of the goods to be wrapped, the sometimes require specialized machinery to get it around the object and the pallet. They can be ordered according to the manufacturers/suppliers sizes in mm or yards.

Not only is this material used in the transportation of objects and goods, it is also widely used to protect them in storage facilities such as warehouses. One of the advantages of using stretch film is that it is not a very expensive protective material and can be used on all kinds of materials. It can be used on machinery, chemicals and furniture. We have a wide selection of stretch film for all your business needs, so please feel free to contact us today to learn more about our polyethylene products.

A dumpster liner is a massive garbage bag. Of course, there is much more to dumpster liners, such as several thicknesses, sizes, chemical make-ups, uses, manufacturing techniques, and packaging. Most importantly, there are many different liner requirements, each based on a company's specific needs. Concrete companies, asbestos abatement professionals, environmental service corporations and many more rely on Roll Off Dumpster Liners daily to contain materials which may be harmful to others or our environment. Liners are often purchased in addition to renting a container. From New Hampshire to Kansas to California, environmental laws demand the use of dumpster liners.

As an owner, manager or site superintendent if you ask yourself "do i need roll off dumpster liners?" the answer is most likely yes. Insulation and asbestos abatement professionals are required by law to contain and encapsulate any materials which have been found to be hazardous to the public's health. Concrete companies have been the target of environmental agencies for years. The main concern with regards to concrete is the run-off or intentional pouring of wash out material. Man made disasters such as the gulf coast oil spill and hurricane Katrina make liners a must. There is no American who wants to see a dumpster driving down the highway dripping contaminated liquid. In other cases, many manufacturing facilities produce a daily amount of liquid refuse or semi-solid refuse. Again, these companies depend on liners for daily operation to maintain man-hours spent on clean up.

These liners are manufactured much like a trash-can liner or garbage bag. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) is what is commonly referred to as a plastic garbage bag. This resin is used to produce a Roll Off Dumpster Liner. LDPE has a recycle number of 4. One positive is that the majority of these liners used to keep our streets clean are made of recycled resins. We have our standard sizes but feel free to contact us or request a quote for any other size and we'll be happy to help.