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Automated Packaging Systems manufactures pre-opened poly bags in a wide range of film types for virtually any bag packaging application. Different poly bag materials are used for their unique characteristics, including clarity, strength, opacity, barrier properties, printability, puncture resistance, price and other industry specifications.  
Bag film materials include:
 


Reference our convenient Spec Table below for an overview of films that meet specific compliances.

 

Linear Low Density Polyethylene Films, custom plastic bags, custom poly bags, polyethylene bags, polybag, polybags, printed plastic bags

Linear Low Density Polyethylene Films
The benchmark for superior strength and durability
 
Our leading bag-on-a-roll material, DuraClear 2000™ is an enhanced linear, low-density material that is ideal for applications requiring superior durability and strength. This high tensile strength film is available in clear through opaque combinations, and in a wide range of plain and custom printed bag configurations.
 
  • Ideal for packaging hardware, automotive parts, food, craft items, medical devices, electronic components, and other retail applications.
  • Poly bag packaging benefits: Excellent bag strength, durable, easily processed.
Material Data Sheets
CWDC– DuraClear 2000™ Clear/White Combination
DC2– DuraClear 2000™ Clear
DC21 – DuraClear 2000™ SpecGrade™ Clear                                             EDC2 - Biodegradable* DuraClear™ 2000 enhanced                                                        
EWDC, ECWD, EGDC
- Biodegradable DuraClear™ 2000 enhanced white, clear/white and green film 

WDC2– DuraClear 2000™ White Opaque
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Low Density Polyethylene Films, custom plastic bags, custom poly bags, poly bag, printed plastic bags

 

Low Density Polyethylene Films 
The industry standard for strength and flexibility
 
These low density polyethylene materials are available in Autobag® bags-on-a-roll or SidePouch® bags-in-a-box* configurations in many sizes and colors, including clear, opaque and combination bags.
 
  • Ideal for a wide variety of poly bag packaging applications, including retail packaging, hardware, fasteners, automotive parts, crafts, medical, frozen foods and mail order fulfillment.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Durable, versatile and cost-effective with excellent printing characteristics.
Material Data Sheets
BLK – Black Opaque for Security and Light Protection
CEV – Clear with EVA Additive for Pliability in Extreme Cold
CLE– Clear
CWT, CBLK – Clear, White and Black Combination Colors           
ECLE - Biodegradable* Clear LDPE                                                             EWHT, ECWT, EGCL - Biodegradable white, clear/white and green tint         
NSCR - Scratch Resistant Film
PEPE - Laminate Low Density Polyethylene
PEWP - Laminate White Low Density Polyethylene

WHT – White Opaque

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High Density Polyethylene Film, custom plastic bags, custom poly bags, polyethylene bags, polybag, polybags

 

High Density Polyethylene Film
Additive-free bag material with good clarity
 
PolyClean™ high density polyethylene film uses a rich blend of resins that are free of slip agents and other additives that can cause undesirable reactions with bag contents. Available in Autobag® bags-on-a-roll and SidePouch® bags in a box*.
 
  • Ideal for packaging medical, food, sporting goods and other applications where chemical additives may react with the product inside.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Reduced chemical additives, scratch-resistance, and good permeability. 
Material Data Sheets
PLC1 – PolyClean™ Clear
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Polypropylene Film, poly bag, poly bags, polybag, polybags

 

Polypropylene Film 
Superior clarity and strength for retail bag packaging
 
Polypropylene Retail Film is the best choice where bag clarity is the primary performance requirement. This high-strength, multi-layer film offers low haze properties and high Oxygen Transfer Rates (OTR) that resists odor seepage.
 
  • Ideal for foods, pet supplies, crafts and other retail packaging.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Best bag clarity, good seal strength, and resist odor transfer.
Material Data Sheets
PPRF – High Clarity Retail Film

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Barrier / Co-extruded Films

Barrier/Co-extruded Films
Specially designed for resistance from aroma, gases, flavors and solvents
 
These co-extruded films are manufactured with multiple materials in multiple layers, and offer various degrees of permeability that can affect the contents inside the bag. Available in Autobag® bags-on-a-roll and SidePouch® bags-in-a-box* configurations.
 
  • Engineered for a variety of fresh & frozen foods, pet foods, waterproof, greaseproof, odor-resistant, and military bagging applications.
  • Poly bag packaging benefits: High strength material resists tears and punctures, and provides unique barrier properties.
Material Data Sheets
CBAR - Co-extruded, High Barrier, Clear 
FASC
– 3-layer, High Oxygen Transmission

MLT1 – Co-extruded, White, Military Spec
MLT2 – Co-extruded, Clear, Military Spec
NYLN LifeX™ – 5-layer, Tear-resistant, Clear Nylon
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Opaque Films

Opaque Films
White, gray, black and UV-resistant bags protect and conceal contents
 
These fully opaque films are available in a variety of polyethylene, co-extruded, and custom engineered bag materials that are designed to conceal the contents within the bag.
 
  • Common applications include mail order, pharmacy fulfillment, medical, photographic film and bulk parcels.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Opacity, strength and barrier resistance.
  • superior sealing, strength and security
Material Data Sheets
BLK – Black Opaque LDPE
MLT1– Co-extruded, White, Military Spec 
OFM – White Opaque, Co-ex, for Order Fulfillment
EOFM - Biodegradable* White Opaque, Co-ex, for Order Fulfillment

GRY1 - Recycled Gray Opaque, Cost-effective, High-strength
RGT
- Recycled green film 
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Military Spec Compliant Films

Military Spec Compliant Films
Waterproof and greaseproof bagging materials meet mil specs
 
These rugged materials offer superior strength and durability that meet stringent military specifications. High-integrity side seals on the bag ensure long-lasting containment of oily and damp products.
 
  • Ideal for waterproof and greaseproof packaging of o-rings, seals, bearings, aerospace components, military supplies and food products.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Mil spec compliance, superior strength and resistance to environmental contaminants.
Material Data Sheets
DC21 – DuraClear 2000™ SpecGrade™ Clear
MLT1 – Co-extruded, White, Military Spec
MLT2– Co-extruded, Clear, Military Spec

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Static Dissipative Films, bag on a roll, bags on a roll

Static Dissipative Films
Designed to dissipate static build-up in the bag
 
The APStat™ line of packaging films is specially engineered for bagging products that may be harmed by static discharge. This linear low density polyethylene is amine free and compatible with silver solder and polycarbonate materials.
 
  • Typical applications include electrical and electronic components and kits.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Dissipates static build-up and protects components inside the bag.
Material Data Sheets
APSB – Blue Static Dissipative
APSP – Pink Static Dissipative
APST – Clear Static Dissipative
CWAP – Clear/White Combination Static Dissipative

BWAP – Blue/White Combination Static Dissipative
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UV Protective Films

UV Protective Films 
Protects bag contents from ultra-violet rays
 
Translucent and opaque materials provide high UV(a) and UV(b) protection, strength and machinability.
 
  • Ideal for mail order, pharmacy fulfillment, unit dose packaging, medical and security applications.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Ultra-violet protection, durability and good printing characteristics.

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Rust / Corrosion Inhibitor Films

Rust/Corrosion Inhibitor Films
Corrosion-resistant bags protect contents against rust
 
This unique bag packaging material includes corrosion inhibitors that protect the contents from rust without the need for costly coatings. Available in Autobag® bags on a roll and SidePouch® bags in a box* configurations.
 
  • Common applications include bag packaging of ferrous metals for automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and jewelry.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Rust protection that does not affect electrical, mechanical or finish properties of bag contents.
Material Data Sheets
CVCI – Rust-resistant Film
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EarthAware biodegradable bags, ecofriendly packaging, green packaging
EarthAware™ Environmentally Friendly Films for Ecofriendly Packaging
Biodegradable* and recycled films
 
Biodegradable bags feature a special formulation that causes degradation without compromising performance. Recycled bags are made with pre-consumer recycled bag material and are ideal for applications where color consistency is a secondary performance requirement.
 
  • Ideal for all applications that require a cost-effective eco-friendly solution.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Affordable alternative to PLAs, material performance and shelf life remain in tact.
Material Data Sheet

EDC2 - Biodegradable DuraClear™ 2000 enhanced                                   EWDC, ECWD, EGDC - Biodegradable DuraClear™ 2000 enhanced white, clear/white and green film
ECLE - Biodegradable Clear LDPE
EGXD - XD Blend™ Biodegradable Premium Film                                     
EWHT, ECWT, EGCL - Biodegradable white, clear/white and green tint
EOFM - Biodegradable White Opaque, Co-ex, for Order Fulfillment

GRY1 - Recycled gray film                                                                           RGT
- Recycled green film  

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Specialty Films

 

 

Specialty Films 
Engineered films for unique bag packaging applications
 
Automated Packaging Systems offers a wide range of packaging films, including materials that are specially designed for the most unique applications.
 
  • Unique requirements include frozen or scratch resistant applications such as ice bags, medical tubing, and any cold, frozen or scratch-prone products.
  • Bag packaging benefits: Custom properties for specialty applications.
Material Data Sheets
COOK - High Strength Nylon Co-extruded Cook-in Film
ICE1 – Frozen Environment Film
NSCR - Scratch Resistant Film

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Void-fill Air Pillows, biodegradable bags, ecofriendly pacakging, green packaging

Void-fill Air Pillows 
Protective packing air bags increase productivity
 
These puncture resistant polyethylene air cushions feature our award-winning EZ-Tear™ perforation for easy handling and faster packing productivity. Genuine AirPouch® bags-in-a-box are guaranteed to run on AirPouch void-fill air pillow systems and are now available with Earthaware biodegradable* and recycled packing materials
 
  • Biodegradable and Recycled materials offer cost-effective, sustainable packing material alternatives
  • Dunnage air pillows are available in multiple sizes suitable for all void fill applications.
  • Bag packing benefits: Cleaner handling, excellent product visibility, and lower shipping and storage costs
Material Data Sheets
EGDC - EarthAware  DuraClear™ 2000 Biodegradable EZ-Tear Pillows
EGXD - EarthAware XD Blend™ Biodegradable Premium Film EZ-Tear Pillows
RGT - EarthAware Recycled EZ-TearAirPouch® Pillows
APSP - Anti-Static EZ -Tear™ Pillows
DC2– DuraClear 2000 EZ-Tear™ Pillows
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Void-fill Air Pillows, biodegradable bags, ecofriendly pacakging, green packaging

Bubble and Tubes
A higher standard of excellence in protective packaging on-demand
 
   
AirPouch® FastWrap™ Bubble on Demand Packaging Materials from Automated Packaging Systems offer a flexible, durable form of protective packing. Our FastWrap products secure and cushion your products while in transit, reducing returns and increasing customer satisfaction.  
  • Eliminates the bulky storage requirements of paper, foam and bundle bubble materials
  • Designed for durability and strength
  • Convenient, fan-folded, boxed material saves valuable warehouse space
 
Material Data Sheets
EGDC - EarthAware  DuraClear™ 2000 Biodegradable* Bubbles & Tubes on demand
RGT - EarthAware Recycled EZ-TearAirPouch® Bubbles & Tubes on demand
DC2 - DuraClear 2000 Bubbles & Tubes on demand
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Spec Table
Films and bags that meet specific industry compliances
SPEC or Regulation

 APST 

BLK 

 CEV 

 CLE 

COOK

 DC2 

 DC21 

ED2 ECLE EWDC ECWD EGDC

 FASC 

 MLT1 

 MLT2 

 NYLN 

PEPE PEWP

 PLC1 

 PPRF 

MIL-PRF-81705D, Type II, Class 2

X

                                     
EIA 541

X

                                     
MIL-DTL-117H Type III, Class B   x  

ST

 

MT

MT

MT ST MT MT MT         ST ST    
MIL-DTL-117H Type II Class C, Style 1 (Opaque)                          

X

           
MIL-DTL-117H Type II, Class C, Style 2 (Clear)                            

X

         
MIL-PRF-121G, Type I                          

X

 

         
MIL-PRF-22191E (Clear)                            

X

         
FDA 21 C.F.R. 177.1350  

X

 

 X x X X X

X

X

 

x  

 

FDA 21 C.F.R. 177.1520

 

 

 

 X x X X

X

x  

FDA 21 C.F.R. 177.1520(c)3.2        

X

                             
USPS T-3204 Rev.D                                        
MT = Available in MegaTough (3.9 mil) only
ST = Available in SuperTough (4.0 mil) only
 

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Certain restrictions may apply.  Please contact your APS representative for more information.
  

Features, Options and Technical Specifications subject to change.

*Biodegrades in one to five years. California currently prohibits labeling any plastic product as biodegradable.   
 

 


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