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These are the steps on how a bulk bag is manufactured from extrusion to a completed pallet of bags, ready to ship to a customer.

Bulk bags or Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC’s) have many options available to customize, pending what requirements you need.

Quality products and great customer service are two of the foundations of Global-Pak. Each product is thoroughly inspected upon arrival at our warehouse to make sure it meets our rigorous quality standards. As part of our purchasing team, one of our goals is to ensure that the vendors we source our products from have the same quality standards as we do.

BOPP bags, short for Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene bags, have become a go-to solution for packaging in various industries.

Global-Pak is very proud of our manufacturing facility at our Lisbon, OH headquarters. To complement our imported capabilities, we re-established our U.S. production facility in 2020 and have found a niche with high level production of technically challenging FIBCs. Our team is well equipped to do any custom, high end, or complex bags, such as the following:

At Global-Pak we offer both AdStar and Paper Valve bags for packaging smaller quantities of products. Many people have heard of Paper Valve Bags, but not many have heard of AD*Star Bags, so what is the difference and what is best for your business?

There are many different components that go into making a bulk bag and each one has a different purpose. One of the most overlooked aspects is the type of hem used during manufacturing. The type of hem chosen can have a big effect on not only the strength of the bag but also sifting of material out of the bag – especially if the bags are intended to be stacked on top of each other. We will explore the many hem options below in detail to help determine which one might be best for your application.

UN Rated FIBCs are a requirement when transporting or storing hazardous materials. Read more about Global-Pak's in-house testing.

Ventilated Tote Bags are ideal for agricultural applications such as potato or onion storage and transport. The vents allow for added breathability and help eliminate the risk of moisture.

When working with a new vendor, samples and a plant visit can make a world of difference in getting an accurate quote and a bag that works.

Net Baffle Bags are a lesser known baffle style, but have many advantages to a standard baffle bag.

What are the key benefits to bulk bags that make them a more efficient packaging product to gaylord boxes? Read more in our blog.

Bulk bag liners come in various fits, and can help protect products against contaminates and prevent fine materials from sifting out.

How does adding Carbon Black to FIBCs affect the properties of the bag? Find out here.

Emerald Bulk Bags are an eco-friendly packaging option for people using bulk bags

Global-Pak has recently partnered with 3D Barrier Bags to utilize their foil liners for FIBCs. Foil liners are a great option for high-end or products where oxygen or moisture can damage the goods.

Bags need to be rated at certain levels of cleanliness depending on the application. When picking a supplier, it's important to partner with someone who understands the different cleanliness criteria and can help pick the best bag for your needs.

Sift proof seams can help provide barriers to prevent product from escaping the bulk bags. It's important to choose which bulk bag seams are right for your FIBC.