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Among the various packaging materials, shrink wrap is regarded as the most versatile and reliable poly packaging product for packaging irregular shaped objects, products with sharp corners, and heavy items. If you are in the business to produce and ship products, then you need a thorough understanding of the many types of shrink film on the market. With the right choice of shrink film, your packaging success will support and promote business success.

The use of shrink wrap offers great advantage because it reduces overall packaging costs from the retail shelf arrangement and speed in packaging time incurred. The outer appearance of the shrink wrap is crystal clear. The package is wrinkle-free and will not crack even in extreme temperatures. Since it seals strongly, the product supports diverse products of different shapes.

We offer the very best value in a wide variety of poly products. For more information regarding shrink wrap or any other type of poly product, contact Atlantic Poly.

Adhesive tapes are the most convenient method to stick objects together as they require minimal thermal applications vs mechanical fastening or bonding methods. They also serve as a surface protection since applying it does not require damaging the surface with the use of screws or fasteners.

Polyethylene plastic tapes or poly tapes come in different sizes, color and strength. Atlantic Poly offers the following types of tapes:

Masking Tape - This all-purpose tape performs incredibly in temperatures up to 200ºF. Easy to apply. Seals effectively. Can be removed without leaving a residue. Rolls come in 3/4", 1", 1 1/2", and 2" widths and various lengths. Packaging Tapes

Non-Asphaltic Sealing Tape - This water activated tape is made from heavy duty craft tape. Reinforced with glass fibers lends additional structural strength and stability. Available in 3" wide rolls in lengths of 375', 450', 1,000'.

Plastic Sealing Tape - Tough 2mm polypropylene is ideal for sealing cartons without moistening. Available in clear or tan. Comes in convenient 2" wide rolls in lengths of 55 yards or 110 yards.

Glass Filament Tape - This 7mm tape provides the strength of steel strapping without the dangers. It is ideal for bundling odd shapes or to secure doors or movable parts during shipping.

To order the poly tape of your choice, contact Atlantic Poly, Inc.

The level of personal reuse of plastic grocery bags is soaring. It appears that many people are cautious about getting close contact with other people's stuff, to include supply chain products such as plastic grocery bags. Some regions in the US temporarily lift the ban of single-use plastic bags as a response to pandemic measures.

Since it is still uncertain when this pandemic will end, it seems plastic shoppers' bags will stay in demand for a longer period as people now will remain leery even if the local government will announce clear of the virus. Prior to the pandemic, some people chose not to use plastic bags for environmental concern. What most do not realize is that we supply reusable and recyclable plastic grocery and shopping bags to grocery stores across America. They can be washed when you want to reuse it to ensure it is free of germs.

Here are some of the benefits of using recyclable plastic grocery bags versus reusable paper bags:

• Plastic bags are 100% recyclable and for all environmental impacts related to air emissions, water emissions, and solid waste – those of paper bags are significantly greater than that of plastic grocery bags
• Plastic bags use 40% less energy to produce and generate 80% less solid waste than paper
• Paper bags generate 70% more emissions and 50 times more water pollutants than plastic bags
• Even paper bags made from 100% recycled fiber use more fossil fuels than plastic bags
• Coronavirus can remain for only 2-3 days on plastic but on paper, they can stay viable for up to 5 days.

For more information about our custom recyclable plastic grocery bags, contact Atlantic Poly. Inc.

Pressure-sensitive labels are decals or stickers you found attached to the widest range of commodity products. They serve as a product identifier and provide details about the product. Common product applications are bottled or canned goods, toys, medical devices, mailing corrugated boxes, and the list goes on.

If you look at them closely, you'll see that pressure-sensitive labels are made up of multiple layers: the liner, the adhesive, the face stock, and finally, the topcoat or laminate. Each layer performs different functions.

Liner

The liner is a web film that serves as the backing material. The film can be a semi-bleached paper, a craft paper, or a much tougher clear film. A special coat is applied to the liner so it will be easier to take off the label regardless of how tough the adhesive used.

Facestock

The face stock is the primary component of the label. The material options range from a paper, a film to a metallic foil. This is where the ink is pressed. A topcoat or a laminate can be put in place as a protective layer of the artwork.

Adhesive

It is the layer where a tough glue is applied so it can stick to any surface. The adhesives are already applied during the manufacturing so the sheet or roll of labels is ready to use once received by the customer.

Atlantic Poly manufactures 365 different types of Polyethylene Pressure-Sensitive Labels. We only use special types of adhesive so the labels will adhere to most surfaces. Most Wholesale Polyethylene Labels and Wholesale Poly Labels ship within 48 hours. As a Pressure Sensitive Label Supplier, we offer 500 labels per roll. Call Atlantic Poly, Inc. for custom pressure-sensitive labels.

For decades now (and long before the current pandemic), Atlantic Poly has manufactured and delivered high-quality specimen bags to labs across the United States. Never settle for weak and/or unproven specimen bags, the risks to you and your business is just too high. We stand ready to proudly reference the countless American labs and medical communities that utilize what is widely believed to be the very best quality specimen bags on the market today.

Atlantic Poly's plastic medical bags are excellent for wide range of medical applications. We carry a large inventory of nylon and anti-static material which can be converted into custom pouches. They are designed with leak-proof re-closable (zip lock) seals made of virgin polyethylene and meet all USDA and FDA requirements. Its high quality zip can excellently protect your product from spillage and spoilage while being stored. It also features an outer pouch that separates and protects labels.

Indeed, our medical bags are useful in laboratories and in hospitals to securely handle, transfer and store specimens. If you need reliable specimen bags, contact Atlantic Poly, Inc, to request a quote and order. Just specify the size and quantity you need, we can ship your product right away!

Shrink wrap serves in countless product protection roles with perishable product protection being one of its leading roles. With a single roll of shrink film and a simple heating source, your perishable food products are protected by a waterproof, UV sun protective, weather-resistant, and tamper-proof film.

A common and extremely important aspect of shrink wrap is that the film is clear. Items such as fruit and vegetables can be viewed when enclosed in this packaging. This helps the customer to gauge the quality of the product and empowers them to ensure they select the best product available. It is also highly receptive to product marking inks and glues while ensuring these foreign materials penetrate through the wrap and onto the product. Shrink wrap protect products from ambient air and the spoiling effect this has on many perishable products.

Our shrink film spans in size from 12” TO 16” and span in thickness from 60 gauge to 100 gauge. We can and welcome the opportunity to manufacture customized solutions as well. For more information regarding the best quality and value in shrink film production, contact Atlantic Poly.

The functionality and popularity of bubble wrap is its ability to provide perfect cushioning, fit any shape, and is easily secured. Safely delivering products from production to the consumer requires multiple packaging protections with bubble wrap performing arguable the most vital protective service.

Not surprisingly, it is the familiar rolls and bags of bubble wrap that will serve as the primary protector of your products and reduce the cost of shipping-related damaged goods. The air-filled material provides the most convenient way of packing and securing your items while adding negligible weight (and associated cost) to your freight expenditures.

Bubble wrap will securely fit the surface of whatever object is inside regardless of its shape and size. Our bubble wrap comes in various forms like sheets, bags. They are offered in various sizes from large to the smallest of bubbles. the bubble wrap is cheap and reusable. And they are reusable too.

For more information on the highest quality and best value priced bubble wrap on the market today, contact Atlantic Poly.

With the rising demand of shrink films, it obtains the consumer goods packaging and commercial packaging that encourages market development. It is very famous due to its special feature that it forms different variety of shapes making it perfect for objects that have an unusual form and a tear-resistant protection. The demand for stretch films in packaging of most manufactured goods gives a positive impact in the plastic industry. The superior packaging qualities of shrink film includes durable sealing capability and effortless usage that makes it frequently used.

Shrink film is made up of polymer plastic film. When applied it covers the product and heat is applied to covered plastic which shrinks tightly over the product it is covering. It is commonly used for wrapping food, boxes, and bottles. Most people prefer the polyolefin plastic shrink film for the covering and packing due to its physical characteristics such as availability, variety of thickness and strengths compared to other materials. This polyolefin shrink film is extremely durable and versatile material. It has cross-linked feature that provides high-tensile strength and at the same time very transparent allowing the items enclosed to be visible once it is wrapped.

Moreover, shrink films have astonishing strength noted for its high resistance to puncture marks or tears. It is very beneficial throughout the supply and delivery chain but also dependable in securing products which have an unusual shape being wrapped. As such the demand of the shrink film is increasing its demand from the rapidly growing food and beverages industry due to its wide range of uses. The natural features of shrink plastic film to mold into various shapes and sizes for the purpose of packaging, storage and transport of edible items surely boost the demand of the shrink plastic film leading to market growth.

For more tips on shrink films, contact Atlantic Poly.

The packaging industry has made an extreme change in terms of necessities especially food products being packed. Through the years, existing poly bags have made some immense improvement. Now, gusseted poly bags are one of the most famous packaging materials especially in the food packaging industry. It is because of its easy-to-use feature and offers extra strength that has made the gusseted poly bags more accessible in food packaging business as well as for residential use. It is made up of the safest materials that make it appropriate for food-related applications. Because of its wide accessibility, customer uses it mainly for kitchen purposes.

A gusseted bag is spacious that will accommodate more bulky items due to an extra material piece added to its bottom or sides. Most of the gusseted bags are mainly made up of plastic. These are standard poly bags with the additional fabric made of polyethylene on each side which expands the capacity of the bags. It has multi-purpose uses though it is basically great to use in the kitchen. These poly bags are the best option for packing and storing food items. These bags will easily fit on one store shelf and requires lesser space. Because it is capable of standing erect due to the flat bottoms even without external support. These are commonly used in bakeries, restaurants, groceries, caterings and other places where an economical storage facility is needed.

Since these poly bags features a large number of benefits and very accessible in different shapes and sizes, it is more convenient for the consumers to carry the poly bags around. Adding more these are made of superior quality which are prepared to have a stronger side seals. The side gusseted poly bags are widely available. Customers will easily get them whenever they need it. Aside from having a cheaper price, it also offers a great performance.

For more tips on gusseted poly bags, contact Atlantic Poly.

It is critical for at-risk industries like hospitals and health care provider to develop and enforce clear instruction regarding waste management. This is not limited to highly regulated body fluids, but applies also to simple business refuse. It is highly critical to handle this waste correctly because normal disposable garbage has the potential to spread disease in both normal times and certainly during the ongoing pandemic. Atlantic Poly’s trash can liners are a staple within hospital, clinics and other temporary medical facilities during this outbreak.

There are different types of trash bags and liners for safe disposal of waste materials in hospital facilities, clinics and long-term care facilities. These liners are commonly made up of plastic. It is made from high quality blended plastics for superior strength and puncture resistance. For easy accessibility these can liners come in various sizes to accommodate the various needs of the users. In hospitals specifically special waste can liners are required. These are used to contain bio hazardous materials. Trash can liners are leakage proof and durable to withhold the load.

The health care specialists focus on using waste can liners in preventing leakage for the safe removal of your waste and more caution is required. There is discreet notification and identification of any waste can liner carrying infected waste in a discreet manner. Needless to say, there will be a reluctance to openly label trash can liners containing COVID-19 waste, as such as adding a simple mark or sticker as clearly agreed and documented between the facility and your waste management provider. Poly trash cans liners are very important part in hospitals and health care facilities waste safety plan.

For more tips on trash can liner contact Atlantic Poly.